Vaccines and Autism Executive Order
White House officials are considering an executive order addressing vaccines and autism, aligning with President Donald Trump’s push for increased federal action on the matter despite advisers’ warnings, according to a person familiar with the matter. (CNN)
McConnell’s Recovery
Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) said he was discharged from a rehabilitation facility after nearly 2 months and will continue recovering at home. (New York Times)
CDC Campus Incident
CDC workers said they still feel like targets, 1 year after a gunman opened fire on the agency campus. (CNN)
Kidney Transplant Case
A judge said that Carmine Agnello, the grandson of crime boss John Gotti, must go through with his delayed kidney transplant to his mom by August 10 or start his prison sentence for COVID fraud. (Union-Bulletin)
COVID-Related Viruses
Severe COVID may awaken dormant viruses, leading to autoimmune disease, long COVID, and other long-term conditions, longitudinal data suggested. (Nature)
AI in Virus Creation
Scientists used artificial intelligence to create new kinds of viruses, raising hopes for medical advances as well as dangers. (New York Times)
Support for Fauci
The Bethesda Declaration organizers and 27 UNIHTED volunteers wrote a public letter in support of Anthony Fauci, MD, amidst a vote to hold him in contempt of Congress.
Opioid Settlement Funds
Washington D.C. is seeking to use opioid settlement money to help fund Medicaid. (KFF Health News)
Grant Cuts on Abstinence Programs
The Trump administration’s sweeping grant cuts are hitting sexual abstinence programs favored by Republicans. (Politico)
Lettuce Eating Resumed
Michigan health officials said people can resume regular lettuce-eating habits as new cases of cyclosporiasis slow. (ABC News)
Salmonella vs. Cyclosporiasis
Here’s how to tell if you have salmonella or cyclosporiasis. (The Hill)
Weight-loss Drug Concerns
More than 150 deaths were reported as possibly being linked to injectable weight-loss medications in the U.K., according to government regulators. (The Independent)
Costs of GLP-1 Drugs
In the U.S., the Bank of America CEO said the company spends $250 million annually on GLP-1 drugs for employees. (CNBC)
Body Image Discussions
Ariana Grande’s new video once again set off conversations about eating disorders and body and beauty standards. (AP)
Nurse Released from Custody
The Maine Medical Center nurse detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) was released from custody and returned home. (Maine Morning Star)
Caregiver Shortages in Nursing Homes
The loss of Haitian caregivers due to immigration policy changes left a void in New York that nursing homes may struggle to fill. (Gothamist)
Kellogg’s Commitment to Natural Colors
Kellogg said it plans to end the use of artificial dyes in its cereals by year end, but will maintain the original rainbow of colors of Froot Loops and other cereals.
Hospital Mistake Leads to Disfigurement
A Melbourne grandmother had her genitalia permanently disfigured after hospital staff mixed her up with another patient. (New York Post)
Influencer’s Death
Influencer Sydney Towle, 26, died from complications of cholangiocarcinoma, a rare bile duct cancer. (New York Times)
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for any health-related questions or concerns.
Fuente: https://www.medpagetoday.com/washington-watch/washington-watch/122522
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