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Bird flu caused the death of Jackie, a California bald eagle who captured hearts - KSL News

Bird flu caused the death of Jackie, a California bald eagle who captured hearts - KSL News

Bird flu caused the death of a bald eagle named Jackie who had become an internet sensation and a symbol of the species' recovery in California, officials said.

Protein Degraders Could Change Disease Treatment - Newser

Protein Degraders Could Change Disease Treatment - Newser

Drug companies bet billions on development

Measles cases reach 42 in rural Minnesota amid outbreaks - Star Tribune

Measles cases reach 42 in rural Minnesota amid outbreaks - Star Tribune

All 18 cases confirmed in the past week were in north-central Todd County, which has Minnesota’s lowest vaccination rate. Officials say case counts are still growing.

Microplastics in water aren’t inert and make damaging chemicals on their own - Ars Technica

Microplastics in water aren’t inert and make damaging chemicals on their own - Ars Technica

Its effect on people remains an ongoing question.

Dana-Farber to transfer breast cancer services away from Brigham, toward Beth Israel next week - The Boston Globe

Dana-Farber to transfer breast cancer services away from Brigham, toward Beth Israel next week - The Boston Globe

It's the first of many transitions as Dana-Farber unwinds its partnership with Brigham.

Large study finds no link between ultra-processed food and colorectal cancer - NBC News

Large study finds no link between ultra-processed food and colorectal cancer - NBC News

Ultra-processed food wasn’t associated with colorectal cancer in a lengthy study of older adults. But scientists are left wondering: Which foods are safe to eat?

Opinion | I moved up my flu shot appointment. You should, too. - The Washington Post

Opinion | I moved up my flu shot appointment. You should, too. - The Washington Post

Influenza season arrived early this year. Don’t wait to get vaccinated.

Town issues rabies advisory after raccoon tests positive - WCVB

Town issues rabies advisory after raccoon tests positive - WCVB

Marion officials are warning residents after a raccoon near Point Road tested positive for rabies.

Weight-loss drugs may fight 7 serious health problems before the pounds even come off - Fox News

Weight-loss drugs may fight 7 serious health problems before the pounds even come off - Fox News

GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide may be repairing joints, calming inflammation, and protecting vital organs before any weight loss occurs.