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FDA Approves Epclusa for Chronic Hepatitis C
Combination drug treats six major strains of hepatitis C virus infection
CDC Expert Says Flint Water Crisis Could Easily Have Been Avoided
Agency looked at children's blood levels before, during, and after city's switch to local water
2017 Will Bring Premium Rate Increases Under ACA
Experts say increases will mostly affect people who get modest subsidies or no financial assistance
CDC: FluMist Nasal Flu Vaccine Should Not Be Used 2016-2017
Research shows inactivated vaccine is the best way to protect children
CDC: Alternative Medicine a Booming Business in U.S.
More than $30 billion paid out-of-pocket for acupuncture, yoga, chiropractic care, supplements
Tax Incentives Being Offered to Primary Care Preceptors
Incentives offered in Maryland, Colorado, and Georgia, each focusing on specific need
CDC: New Test May Help Screen Blood Donations for Zika
Researchers using investigational nucleic acid test to screen blood for Zika
Four-Step Strategy Suggested for Boosting Practice Quality of Care
Plan-Do-Study-Act strategy includes developing initiatives, implementing plans, checking results
USPSTF Finds Evidence Lacking for Sleep Apnea Screening
I statement indicates insufficient evidence for assessing balance of benefits, harms of screening
Sales of Zecuity Migraine Skin Patches Halted
Some users have developed skin discoloration, cracked skin, and pain where patches were applied
