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Big Tobacco Strategies Used in Ultra-Processed Foods

Big tobacco firms applied cigarette marketing and formulation tactics to ultra-processed foods like Lunchables. Researchers say these methods targeted children’s psychological needs and increased health risks.
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New Maternity Billing Codes Take Effect in January

New fee-for-service billing codes for maternity care begin in January, replacing a decades-old bundled payment system. The change allows personalized care billing and separate reimbursement for specialists, with costs to patients depending on insurer adoption.
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Journal Urges Policy Action on Ultra-Processed Foods

A special issue of the American Journal of Public Health calls for government regulation of ultra-processed foods. Researchers say public education alone cannot address health risks and cite broad political support for interventions.
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Primary Infertility Linked to Earlier Menopause

Women with primary infertility reach menopause one year earlier than others. They face higher risk of early but not premature menopause.
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Study Urges Shift to Plant-Based Foods in Dietary Guidelines

A 2026 study finds the 2025–30 Dietary Guidelines for Americans increase environmental harm by promoting animal-based protein. Replacing ultra-processed foods with plant-based options would benefit public and planetary health.

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Big Tobacco Strategies Used in Ultra-Processed Foods

Big tobacco firms applied cigarette marketing and formulation tactics to ultra-processed foods like Lunchables. Researchers say these methods targeted children’s psychological needs and increased health risks.
us Health

New Maternity Billing Codes Take Effect in January

New fee-for-service billing codes for maternity care begin in January, replacing a decades-old bundled payment system. The change allows personalized care billing and separate reimbursement for specialists, with costs to patients depending on insurer adoption.
us Health

Journal Urges Policy Action on Ultra-Processed Foods

A special issue of the American Journal of Public Health calls for government regulation of ultra-processed foods. Researchers say public education alone cannot address health risks and cite broad political support for interventions.
us Health

Primary Infertility Linked to Earlier Menopause

Women with primary infertility reach menopause one year earlier than others. They face higher risk of early but not premature menopause.