US Life Expectancy Rose The First Time Since COVID-19 Pandemic

Life expectancy rates in US

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Updated Dec 20, 2024 | 10:10 AM IST

SummaryThe average life expectancy from birth rose from 77.5 years in 2022 to 78.4 years in 2023 as per the figures released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The number of deaths recorded in 2023 stood at 3,090,964, which was 189,000 less than in 2022.

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Hajj Pilgrims Must Get Meningitis Vaccines: UKHSA

Hajj Pilgrims Must Get meningitis vaccines: UKHSA

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Updated Apr 30, 2025 | 03:00 PM IST

SummaryUKHSA urges Hajj and Umrah pilgrims to get MenACWY vaccine amid MenW outbreak; 5 UK cases linked to recent Saudi travel.

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FDA Greenlights Zevaskyn for Rare Genetic Skin Condition

FDA Greenlights Zevaskyn for Rare Genetic Skin Condition

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Updated Apr 30, 2025 | 08:00 AM IST

SummaryWith FDA approval, Zevaskyn is set to be a game-changer in the treatment of recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa—offering patients more than just relief, but a meaningful step toward healing.

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Florida Also Lines Up To Ban Fluoride From Public Water Systems

Florida bans fluoride from public water systems

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Updated Apr 30, 2025 | 07:00 AM IST

SummaryAs the debate over fluoride in drinking water continues to unfold in Florida and other states, it is clear that the decision to fluoridate public water supplies is far from straightforward. As more states consider similar legislation, the need for careful examination of the scientific evidence surrounding fluoride’s benefits and risks will only grow.

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