Health
The development of lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable drug, has been named the 2024 Breakthrough of the Year by Science journal for its potential to significantly reduce new HIV infections and reshape global HIV prevention efforts. Clinical trials, PURPOSE 1 and PURPOSE 2, showed lenacapavir’s remarkable efficacy in preventing HIV, with nearly 100% effectiveness among cisgender […]
The University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) and Golisano Children’s Hospital celebrated the grand opening of their new interventional radiology suite for children on Thursday, December 12, 2024. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to replace traditional surgeries with minimally invasive procedures, utilizing advanced imaging technologies such as CAT scans and X-rays. These methods aim to […]
The HEARTS Act, supported by Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, has passed in the Senate and is set to be signed into law by President Biden. Announced by Senator Chuck Schumer, the bipartisan legislation aims to enhance cardiac safety in schools by providing grants for CPR and automated external defibrillator (AED) training, purchasing AEDs, and […]
In his new Netflix comedy special “What Had Happened Was,” Jamie Foxx finally told the story behind the mysterious and harrowing medical emergency that left him hospitalized and fighting for his life in 2023. Emerging on stage and proclaiming “I’m back!” as he danced and hyped up the crowd, Foxx said his life was saved just […]
Rochester, NY (WROC) – Children’s mental health was the topic of Friday’s conference at Andrew Langston Middle School. The focus was on essential topics for healthy development, including mental health awareness, character building, and social emotional growth. The goal was to give these young people the tools they need to live a positive lifestyle. Youth […]
“Jamie Foxx literally died,” reads a voiceover in the trailer for Foxx’s new Netflix special, before the comedian triumphantly walks out onstage and proclaims, “I’m back!” Streaming Dec. 10, the highly anticipated comedy hour, titled “What Had Happened Was…,” sees Foxx telling the truth behind his 2023 medical emergency that left him hospitalized and fighting […]
The idea that eating cocoa-rich, dark chocolate may offer health benefits is not new. Cocoa is loaded with compounds called polyphenols that have been shown to help our bodies fend off inflammation, lower blood pressure and maybe even improve our moods. Now, a new study finds people who have a habit of eating a little dark chocolate […]
Governor Hochul is committed to making sure all pregnant New Yorkers can get the care they need. Starting January 1st, 2025, New York State is adding 20 more hours of paid sick time for prenatal care to employees existing leave time. All employers in New York State have to honor this to part time and […]
As President-elect Donald Trump signals a rollback of federal health care initiatives, states are becoming the new battleground for medical debt relief. Advocates are focusing on legislation to keep medical debt off credit reports, regulate predatory medical credit cards, and expand hospital financial aid programs. This shift comes as fears grow that Trump’s administration may […]
The City of Rochester has launched a community-wide survey aimed at understanding the effects of the opioid epidemic on residents throughout the city. It is anonymous and will be available until February 2025. The survey is being administered by the RIT Center for Public Safety Initiatives. The survey focuses on: Quality of life Barriers to […]
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