In The News: Department of Internal Medicine

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While the official festival kicks off Friday, a parade is set to run through the Las Vegas Strip tomorrow to usher in the event. With the large crowds expected, experts are emphasizing the importance of planning for security concerns, heat safety and potential medical emergencies.

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The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift that comes after months of appeals to President Donald Trump from the vaping industry. The decision is being opposed by health groups and parent organizations that have long pointed to flavors as the driver behind underage vaping in the U.S. But the federal action comes as teen vaping rates have dropped to a 10-year low and manufacturers have pushed the Republican administration to loosen restrictions on their products.

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Two guests who stayed at Wynn Las Vegas contracted Legionnaires’ disease, a severe type of pneumonia, in separate instances.

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An eye mask, earplugs, and a same-day workout can all increase your odds.

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A study examining whether the Covid-19 vaccine was keeping adults from becoming sick enough to have to go to the hospital is no more.

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Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., but its impact isn’t equal across communities. African Americans are significantly more likely to die from heart disease—even though many have similar or lower cholesterol levels. So, what’s driving this gap, and what can be done to close it?

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Trouble concentrating can show up in everyday life in ways that range from mildly frustrating to seriously disruptive, and the symptoms can look different from person to person.

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Compared to the days of the coronavirus pandemic a few years ago, customer activity in any pharmacy in the U.S. state of Virginia appears normal. Shelves are well stocked with medications, many of them marked with discounted prices. Yet despite this calm scene, there is growing anticipation of a major crisis in what are known as global supply chains—one that could turn this quiet picture upside down.

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A new COVID variant is spreading quickly. BA.3.2, also known as “Cicada,” is already making its way through 25 states, including Nevada. Although there are no confirmed human cases in Nevada yet, the variant has been detected in Nevada’s wastewater, and this strain may be more contagious.

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As summer approaches, more people are turning to weight-loss drugs known as GLP-1 medications in hopes of achieving an “ideal beach body.” But experts say patients see the biggest difference when the medication is paired with healthy habits, including diet, exercise and sleep.

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A growing body of research is spotlighting the MIND diet, a blend of Mediterranean and DASH eating. The takeaway, according to the research, is that the foods people choose today could help keep their minds sharper tomorrow.

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As temperatures climb across the Las Vegas Valley, health experts are urging residents to take precautions ahead of dangerously hot conditions expected later this week.