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Dear Doctor: Should I be worried about sudden onset of blind spots, zigzag vision?

Sudden changes in your vision, such as blind spots or zigzag patterns, may hint at more than just eyestrain. This piece explores why bright lights and visual fluctuations could signal an oncoming migraine.

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Georgia legislative panel recommends mobile units, student loan aid for rural cancer care

A severe shortage of cancer care providers in rural Georgia has prompted a legislative committee to propose new strategies. Chief among them are increased funding for mobile screening units and expanded student loan forgiveness for doctors, aiming to bring critical care to underserved communities.

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 Georgia legislative panel recommends mobile units, student loan aid for rural cancer care
Chumash Casino Resort ‘Project Pink’ campaign raises $10K for breast cancer

The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians recently donated $10,083 to the Breast Imaging Center at Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. The funds will help enhance early breast cancer detection services through advanced diagnostics and screenings.

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 Chumash Casino Resort ‘Project Pink’ campaign raises $10K for breast cancer
Oregon parents disproportionately exempt school-age children from vaccines

Despite already low vaccination rates among kindergarteners, Oregon may see further declines now that the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has ended its routine recommendation for the hepatitis B vaccine at birth. Parents’ growing reluctance to immunize their school-age children heightens public health concerns statewide.

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 Oregon parents disproportionately exempt school-age children from vaccines
If everyone seems sick, it’s not your imagination. Flu is on the rise in the Chicago area.

Families across the Chicago area are bracing for what feels like a rampant flu season, with many experiencing fevers, coughs, and interrupted winter breaks. One local household endured five simultaneous bouts of illness, capturing the intensity of this year’s outbreak.

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 If everyone seems sick, it’s not your imagination. Flu is on the rise in the Chicago area.
Home-Based Monitoring Could Transform Care for Patients Receiving T-Cell Redirecting Therapies

A new article from Fox Chase Cancer Center, covered by Onclive, explores how home-based monitoring may change the landscape of T-cell redirecting therapies. While the detailed content remains behind a paywall, its premise highlights the possibility of more personalized treatment outside traditional settings.

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 Home-Based Monitoring Could Transform Care for Patients Receiving T-Cell Redirecting Therapies
Memorial Health places restrictions on visitors to slow the spread of respiratory illness

Memorial Health is imposing new rules to reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses in its hospitals. Under these guidelines, each patient can receive no more than two visitors at a time, and all visitors must be adults with no signs of sickness.

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 Memorial Health places restrictions on visitors to slow the spread of respiratory illness
Montana records another flu death, rising cases and hospitalizations

Montana has confirmed another flu-related fatality, part of a rising tide of influenza cases and an increase in hospital admissions. State trends suggest this season could be more severe than in previous years, prompting growing public health concerns.

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 Montana records another flu death, rising cases and hospitalizations
Colon cancer rates are spiking among young people. Here’s why, and how to lower your risk

A concerning trend is emerging in colon cancer diagnoses among younger adults. This article explores the definition of early-onset colorectal cancer and considers why rates are increasing, as well as potential steps to minimize risks.

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Carolina Caring Foundation receives $30,000 grant from Speedway Children’s Charities

Carolina Caring Foundation has received a $30,000 grant from Speedway Children’s Charities to support its Cardinal Kids Palliative Medicine program. This crucial funding ensures children and families access care from dedicated nurses, social workers, and chaplains—services that insurance does not always cover.

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 Carolina Caring Foundation receives $30,000 grant from Speedway Children’s Charities
Avapritinib Yields Sustained Symptom Reduction and Safety in Indolent SM

Avapritinib has shown sustained reductions in symptoms for patients with indolent systemic mastocytosis, according to a recent report. The treatment also appears to maintain a favorable safety profile, making it a noteworthy development in ongoing SM research.

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 Avapritinib Yields Sustained Symptom Reduction and Safety in Indolent SM
Diabetes Dialogue: Orforglipron, Cagrilintide, and the Libre Assist

A new article highlights Orforglipron, Cagrilintide, and the Libre Assist as potential breakthroughs in diabetes management, though the complete details remain behind a paywall. Published by Hcplive, the piece underscores the continued push toward innovative therapies and technologies for people living with diabetes.

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 Diabetes Dialogue: Orforglipron, Cagrilintide, and the Libre Assist
Watch a cancer cell evade capture

Some cancer cells dodge immune attacks by staying on the move, preventing complete engulfment. Instead, the body’s defensive cells manage only to nibble at the edges. Scientists are observing how this behavior might shape the future of cancer research and treatment.

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 Watch a cancer cell evade capture
Indiana University football success fuels Mendoza Bros Burger sales to support MS research

Indiana University’s football success has found a greater purpose this season. Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza and his brother Alberto are spotlighting multiple sclerosis research, bringing the community together through Mendoza Bros Burger sales to reach a $100,000 goal.

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 Indiana University football success fuels Mendoza Bros Burger sales to support MS research
What Older Adults Should Know About Calcium and Vitamin D

As people move into their 50s and beyond, bone health grows increasingly important. Paying attention to how much calcium and vitamin D you get can make a significant difference in overall well-being and longevity.

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 What Older Adults Should Know About Calcium and Vitamin D
ANOTHER VIEWPOINT: Still time to receive protection from flu

Even though flu season is well under way, this editorial insists there is still time to protect yourself and your loved ones. It highlights how a simple flu shot can spare the very young and the very old from unnecessary misery.

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 ANOTHER VIEWPOINT: Still time to receive protection from flu
Vixarelimab Demonstrates Rapid, Sustained Clinical Benefits in Prurigo Nodularis

A new therapy called Vixarelimab has shown rapid, sustained clinical benefits in prurigo nodularis. Although most details remain behind paid content, this announcement highlights potentially encouraging news for those affected by this skin condition.

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 Vixarelimab Demonstrates Rapid, Sustained Clinical Benefits in Prurigo Nodularis
Hints from Heloise: Opting to go perfume-free, storing canned goods and more …

Migraines can sometimes be triggered by strong fragrances, making perfume-free living a welcome relief for many. In her latest column, Heloise also shares practical ideas on storing canned goods and more everyday tips.

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Alabama farmer has Parkinson’s. He’s among thousands who say weed killer is to blame

Alabama farmer Mac Barlow spent decades using a weed killer to clear his fields. Now diagnosed with Parkinson’s, he is among thousands who say this pesticide may be to blame for their health problems. His story highlights an increasingly urgent debate on chemical use and public health.

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Ask the doctors: The connection between music and memory – Thu, 11 Dec 2025 PST

For some individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, music strikes a chord when other forms of communication fail. A reader’s question to medical professionals explores how familiar songs and melodies might not only trigger memories but also protect cognitive abilities.

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 Ask the doctors: The connection between music and memory – Thu, 11 Dec 2025 PST
Vector control faces budget concerns in Santa Clara County

A $1.7 million shortfall jeopardizes the Santa Clara County Vector Control District’s vital work controlling mosquito and tick-borne illnesses. Without a solution, employees warn that operations could cease, leaving residents vulnerable to diseases like West Nile.

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 Vector control faces budget concerns in Santa Clara County
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