OPM calls on federal insurance carriers to promote ‘well care,’ cut costs - Federal News Network

A new OPM call letter outlined what FEHB and PSHB carriers should take into account as they work to finalize their offerings for the upcoming plan year.

First-in-class molecules dial down inflammation without compromising immunity - Medical Xpress

Parasitic tapeworm—a risk to domestic dogs and humans—found in Washington coyotes - Phys.org

Woman, 22, Worried She Was a Pedophile. Then She Was Diagnosed with a Rare Form of OCD: 'I Thought I Was a Monster' - AOL.com

“For years I avoided talking about it," said Molly Lambert, who was diagnosed with pedophilia-themed obessive-compulsive disorder

Hikikomori: Can psychological resilience prevent extreme social withdrawal? - PsyPost

Extreme social withdrawal is a growing problem for young adults worldwide. New research indicates that psychological resilience acts as a protective shield, preventing depressive symptoms from spiraling into chronic isolation and helping young people stay con…

Multiple Sclerosis: The Hidden Truth About Its Two Strikingly Different Forms - Iowa Park Leader

Quick takes: Re-emergent COVID strain, extended US RSV season, typhus in California - CIDRAP

While it has immune-escape characteristics, the SARS-CoV-2 BA.3.2 strain isn't associated with increased COVID severity or transmissibility, early evidence suggests.

Detecting multiple cancers and other diseases from a single blood sample - Medical Xpress

Menopause products are having a hot minute. Why doctors urge caution - KSL News

As conversations online open up more about menopause, women in perimenopause and on are being bombarded with products, but doctors say skepticism is key.

Startup Approved to Let AI System Prescribe Psychiatric Medication - futurism.com

San Francisco-based startup Legion Health has been approved to have its AI chatbot fill out prescriptions for psychiatric medications in Utah.

'I have to beat it': Texas TV meteorologist shares cancer diagnosis - MySA

KRIS 6 meteorologist Diamond Dickson shared that she's been diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of kidney cancer.

What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Eggs Regularly - Health: Trusted and Empathetic Health and Wellness Information

Eggs can boost protein intake and may promote heart, vision, and bone health. Still, research is mixed on whether it's safe to eat more than about seven eggs per week.

Are your bathroom habits normal? - Harvard Gazette

In her new book, a Harvard gastroenterologist addresses everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask.

Sex advice: When men ask me this one question on a first date, they never hear from me again. - Slate

Jessica Stoya replies to readers’ comments and suggestions.

LA Has a Big Flea Problem. Typhus Cases Reached Record High Last Year - Gizmodo

Cases of the serious bacterial disease reached a record high in the region last year. Here's how to avoid catching it.

Over-the-counter medication abortion? These researchers say it would be safe - NPR

A paper in JAMA Internal Medicine adds to the growing scientific evidence that medication abortion pills would be safe to sell over-the-counter at the pharmacy. But political opposition means that possibility may not happen anytime soon.