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Man Who Received First Pig Heart Transplant Has Died
Whether or not his body rejected the foreign organ is still unclear
In Reversal, WHO Now Supports COVID-19 Boosters
Number of studies show that booster doses help restore weakening immunity and protect against severe COVID-19
FDA Says Gene-Edited Cattle Are Safe to Eat
Cattle are the third genetically altered animals approved for human consumption after salmon and pigs
New York City Drops Most COVID-19 Restrictions
It is the latest and largest U.S. city to drop most COVID-19 restrictions, but city officials still urge caution
EPA Proposes Tougher Emission Standards for Big Trucks
Starting in 2027, new proposed standards would reduce emissions of nitrogen oxides from heavy-duty gasoline and diesel engines
Fitbit Recalls More Than 1 Million Ionic Smartwatches Due to Burn Hazard
The lithium-ion battery in the Ionic smartwatch can overheat and cause burns
Physician’s Briefing Weekly Coronavirus Roundup
U.S. Surgeon General Investigates COVID-19 Misinformation
Murthy has requested input and data from tech companies, health care providers, and community organizations
Biden Plan Will Tackle Mental Health Crisis in America
President’s plan includes a special focus on school-age youth
NFL Drops All COVID-19 Restrictions
NFL lifting COVID-19 protocols comes as cases and hospitalizations continue to decline