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Friday, Mar 8

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Richard Quest weighs in on Eli Lilly's warning against "vanity" use of its weight loss drugs

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The pharmaceutical giant says patients should only use its weight loss drugs if they really need it.

Tuesday, Jan 30

23

Surgeons can rehearse upcoming procedures on copies of their patient's organs

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Medical technology company Lazarus 3D is introducing a new way for surgeons to rehearse on models that look, feel and cut like their specific patients.

Sunday, Jan 28

11

Experimental gene treatment allows deaf boy to hear

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A breakthrough in gene therapy has allowed a young boy to experience the sensation of sound for the first time in his life. CNN's Danny Freeman reports.

Tuesday, Jan 23

04

Progress on blood test for Alzheimer's

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A new study suggests a simple blood test could help early detection of Alzheimer's, before a person knows they have it. Will advanced detection help?

Thursday, Jan 18

03

Cancer rate ticks up among middle aged

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New stats show the mortality rate is going down, but cancer increasing among younger, middle aged patients. Key to surviving: screening and detection.

Thursday, Jan 4

13

New antibiotic targets certain drug-resistant bacteria

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Scientists say they've developed a new type of antibiotic to fight certain potentially deadly bacteria. CNN's Meg Tirrell reports.

Tuesday, Dec 26

15

What to eat for healthier hair

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What you eat can affect the texture and even color of your hair. Nutritionist Lisa Drayer shares her tips for healthy hair.

Wednesday, Dec 20

21

Exclusive: Consumers once again turning to weight loss pills

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CNN's Meg Tirrell breaks down her exclusive reporting on consumers turning to weight loss pills.

Friday, Dec 15

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Ketamine infusions improve symptoms of depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation, study says

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People who got intravenous ketamine at three private ketamine infusion clinics had "significant improvement" in symptoms of depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation, a study says.

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Experimental vaccine shows benefits against melanoma in trial

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: An investigational mRNA vaccine used along with immunotherapy continues to show benefit for people with high-risk forms of the skin cancer melanoma, the drugmakers said Thursday. CNN's Paula Newton discusses the drug with professor…

Thursday, Dec 14

17

Poison control centers see 1,500% spike in these type of calls

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Poison control centers in the US are seeing a surge in calls related to injected weight loss drugs. Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains.

Friday, Dec 8

16

Behind a unique approach to treat antibiotic resistant superbugs

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Meet the scientists leading the way in phage therapy, an alternate treatment where naturally occurring viruses target antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

Tuesday, Dec 5

21

How naturally occurring viruses could help treat superbug infections

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Phages are naturally occurring viruses that infect and kill bacteria. CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta meets the researchers scouring the world to see if phages could be the key to treating antibiotic resistant infections.

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Could phages help curb the overuse of antibiotics in aquaculture?

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In addition to fighting superbug infections, researchers in Thailand are studying how phages could be used in our food supply to cut back on the use of antibiotics.

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W.H.O.: Risk of "major outbreaks" of disease in Gaza

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Dr. Richard Brennan, Regional Emergency Director for the World Health Organization, speaks to CNN's Eleni Giokos about the situation in Gaza.

Monday, Dec 4

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SCOTUS grapples with OxyContin-maker's bankruptcy deal

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The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing Purdue Pharma's bankruptcy deal, which shields the Sackler family from opioid-related civil lawsuits.    

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W.H.O. warns disease in Gaza may be deadlier than airstrikes

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CNN's Jacqueline Howard breaks down a severe warning from the World Health Organization.

Saturday, Dec 2

20

Doctor on mysterious canine illness: Watch for abnormal behavior

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An infectious respiratory disease among dogs has been reported in at least a dozen US states. Dr. Rena Carlson tells us what to look out for.

Thursday, Nov 30

23

AI tech designed for bakeries could help detect cancer

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Brain Co., a Japanese company, originally developed AI to differentiate baked goods at bakery checkouts. Now, it says this tech is being used to detect cancer cells with up to 99% accuracy.

Monday, Nov 13

18

Trial Confirms Heart Benefits of Weight Loss Drug

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A new clinical trial shows that Wegovy could reduce the risk of heart attacks in addition to helping people lose weight. CNN Medical Correspondent Meg Tirrell explains.

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Arkansas man is first to undergo whole-eye transplant

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CNN's Omar Jimenez talks to Aaron James, the Arkansas man who received the world's first successful whole-eye transplant.

Thursday, Nov 9

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Arkansas man receives world's first whole eye surgery

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A surgical team at NYU Langone Health in New York has performed the world's first successful whole-eye, partial face transplant in a living person. CNN's Omar Jimenez reports.

Wednesday, Nov 8

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Experimental spinal cord implant helps Parkinson's patient walk in new study

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Experimental spinal cord implant helps Parkinson's patient walk in new study

Tuesday, Oct 17

22

Victoria's Secret will sell intimate apparel for women with disabilities

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Victoria's Secret, for the first time, has introduced a collection of bras and panties specifically designed to meet the needs of women with disabilities.

Monday, Oct 16

23

Medical imaging struggles to read dark skin. Researchers say they've found a way to make it easier

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Traditional medical imaging -- used to diagnose, monitor or treat certain medical conditions -- has long struggled to get clear pictures of patients with dark skin, according to experts.

Monday, Oct 9

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First travel-related death from rare tick-borne virus recorded in Maryland, health official says

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The first travel-related death from a rare tick-borne virus has been recorded in Maryland after an individual contracted it in Canada.

Thursday, Oct 5

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Vitamin D doesn't prevent disease for most, study says

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The results of a new study have sparked debate about the benefits of vitamin D supplements.

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Inside Mounjaro factory trying to meet 300% demand increase of drug used for weight loss

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CNN medical correspondent Meg Tirrell gets exclusive access inside a Mounjaro manufacturing plant. This prescription medication is approved by the FDA to treat Type 2 diabetes and has recently ramped up off-label use for weight loss.…

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Expert explains the steps needed to detect the disease early

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CNN's Rosemary Church talks to Dr. Ann Hester about what steps women can take to detect breast cancer early and lower their risk of developing the disease.

Friday, Sep 29

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Erythritol, an ingredient in stevia, linked to heart attack and stroke, study finds

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A sugar replacement used in many stevia, monk-fruit, keto and other reduced-sugar products marketed for weight loss and diabetes has been linked to stroke, heart attack and early death, a study found.