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A new test could help to diagnose memory issues associated with Alzheimer’s disease in as little as three minutes. According to recently published findings the test, called the Fastball EEG test, may one day help doctors flag people who need further checks for Alzheimer’s disease without the need for unnecessary waits or time-consuming procedures. Alzheimer’s disease affects millions of people worldwide. It’s a …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 11, 2025                     Media Contact: Maria Reppas, Maria.Reppas@vdh.virginia.gov    Virginia Department of Health Issues Statewide Standing Order for Pharmacies Regarding 2025-2026 COVID-19 Vaccine   (RICHMOND, Va.) — On September 10, Virginia State Health Commissioner Karen Shelton, MD, signed a new statewide standing order for pharmacies in Virginia to facilitate accessibility for pharmacists to administer the 2025-2026 COVID-19 vaccine.    As authorized …

Chicago health officials released a health alert about leptospirosis cases in the city after numerous infections were reported and at least one person died. The contagious bacterial disease has been found in at least four recent cases, the Chicago Department of Public Health told NBC Chicago, with one of those cases resulting in a death. “All four of the most …

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Users are reporting that there’s an issue with the Pixelsnap Ring Stand. It appears that the screws that hold the ring to the magnetic panel are becoming loose. One of the more exciting aspects of the Pixel 10’s launch was the announcement of the new Pixelsnap accessories. These MagSafe-like items can magnetically snap …

Today, Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson sent letters to several large healthcare employers and staffing firms urging them to conduct a comprehensive review of their employment agreements—including any noncompetes or other restrictive agreements—to ensure they are appropriately tailored and comply with the law. Many healthcare employers and staffing companies may include unreasonable noncompete agreements in employment contracts for vital …

The governor has issued executive actions that his office said would allow Connecticut residents who want COVID vaccines to be able to get them and “that coverage under state-regulated health insurance policies remains uninterrupted.” This comes at a time when new federal guidance has raised questions about who will be eligible for the vaccines. Gov. Ned Lamont issued executive actions …

September 10, 2025 | Austin, Texas | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott today issued an executive order, directing the Department of State Health Services (DSHS), the Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC), and the Department of Public Safety (DPS) to take immediate action to protect Texas children from hemp-derived products, while respecting federal law and protecting the liberties of responsible adults. The …

The New England Patriots’ season-opening loss to the Las Vegas Raiders raised lots of questions. It also made this Week 2 game in Miami surprisingly important. Will second-year quarterback Drake Maye look better against the Dolphins? Can the defense fix its big-play problem? And could the Pats really lose to a Dolphins team that appeared to be checked out in …

It’s pretty normal for spouses to have personality traits and beliefs in common. After all, you’re more likely to be attracted to and want to be around somebody you can relate to. But research now shows that these are far from the only characteristics spouses share. A new study concluded that spouses may actually pass mental health issues back and …

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) — Suspended Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco, who was found guilty earlier this year of sexually abusing a minor, was detained by police on Tuesday and admitted into a clinic in the Dominican Republic for mental health issues, according to authorities. The request to have him detained and admitted came from his family, police …