Monkeypox cases dropping, but racial disparities growing

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WASHINGTON — The White House said Wednesday it’s optimistic about a decline in monkeypox cases and an uptick in vaccinations against the infectious virus, despite worsening racial disparities in reported cases. Promising to ramp up vaccination offerings at LGBTQ Pride festivals around the country in the coming weeks, Dr. Demetre […]

Harris to lead US delegation to Japan for Abe’s funeral

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WASHINGTON — Vice President Kamala Harris will lead the U.S. delegation to the state funeral of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe later this month, the White House announced Wednesday. Harris will also visit South Korea on the Sept. 25-29 trip. The White House said “her visit will honor the […]

Cancer diagnoses increasing in adults: Report

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Early onset cancers defined as cancers discovered in adults younger than 50 years old, have “dramatically increased” around the world over the last few decades, according to a new report by researchers at Boston’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Researchers said breast, colon, esophagus, kidney, liver, and pancreas cancers among others […]