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A woman sitting on a couch with tissues and cold supplies, appearing sick as she manages symptoms related to the New Flu Strain 2025.

New Flu Strain 2025: 3 Insightful Preparation Tips to Stay Informed, Steady, and Protected

This article breaks down the new flu strain of 2025 with three insightful preparation tips designed to help people stay informed, steady, and safeguarded. It’s written for anyone wanting clear guidance and practical steps to navigate symptoms, talk to their provider, and feel more confident in their care decisions.

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Doctor measuring an older patient’s waist during a consultation about the Trump drug pricing deal and new Medicare coverage for weight-loss medications.

Trump Drug Pricing Deal with Dr. Mehmet Oz: Understanding the New Rules for Wegovy, Ozempic, and Medicare Patients

Breaking news — November 6, 2025, 10 a.m. ET: President Donald Trump and CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz announced a new Trump drug pricing deal with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to cut the cost of popular weight-loss drugs, including Wegovy and Ozempic. The plan introduces Medicare copays as low as $50 a month and a new TrumpRx platform for direct patient access. Here’s what this means for health advocates, patients, and the future of medication affordability.

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Melatonin and heart health: doctor discusses study results with an older patient.

Melatonin and Heart Health: What the Latest Heart Failure Study Really Means for You

Melatonin and heart health are back in the headlines after new research linked long-term use to higher heart failure risk in some groups. This article breaks down the findings without hype, shares three key takeaways, and offers practical steps to guide your next discussion with your clinician.

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Hospital emergency entrance for patients affected by the 2025 pasta recall listeria outbreak.

Nationwide ‘Ready-to-Eat Meals’ Pasta Recall After Deadly Listeria Outbreak — What You Need to Know

A nationwide listeria outbreak has triggered a major pasta meal recall across the U.S. Learn how to check if your food is affected, what symptoms to watch for, and the critical steps to take before seeing your doctor or heading to the ER.

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