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Research Integrity Experts Warn Their Work Is Being Misused to Undermine Science

Investigators are facing misrepresentation of their findings—Experts in research integrity are expressing concerns that their efforts are being misused to discredit scientific research, highlighting the challenges of maintaining trust and accuracy in the scientific community.

Medicaid Cuts Threaten Pennsylvania’s Rural Hospitals

Cuts push rural hospitals to the brink—Recent Medicaid cuts proposed by a sweeping federal budget law could drastically impact healthcare access across Pennsylvania. More than 3 million residents rely on Medicaid, especially in rural areas, where populations are typically older, poorer or disabled.

Hims Debuts $199 Weight-Loss Shots at 85% Discount to Wegovy

Wegovy copycat drug made by undisclosed compounding pharmacies offers same active ingredient as GLP-1s—Compounding of weight-loss drugs has exploded as Lilly and Novo have failed to keep up with demand for the new drugs. “It’s gonna be a big part of the weight loss category going forward,” Hims Chief Executive Officer Andrew Dudum said in an interview. “Our belief is that compounding can be done very safely, if done correctly.”

The fight for venture equality heads to court