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Surgeon Indicted Over Shootout; $15M Asthma Death Settlement; Ketamine Doc Suspended

(MedPage Today) -- Thomas Steffens, DO, the Colorado surgeon accused of shooting at federal agents who were trying to arrest him in Florida, has been indicted on multiple charges, including attempted murder of a federal officer. (WPBF) A New York...

Surgeon Indicted Over Shootout; $15M Asthma Death Settlement; Ketamine Doc Suspended

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Many Older Americans May Have Dementia Diagnoses Without Knowing

Researchers found 67 percent of Americans underreported having a dementia diagnosis, over double the rate for other conditions.

  • 67% of older Americans underreport dementia diagnoses.
  • Hypertension, arthritis, diabetes, and depression most common underreported conditions.
  • Dementia stigma leads to concealment by patients or clinicians.

Nigeria Emerges Global Fertility Destination As Intended Parents Choose IVF, Surrogacy at Home

Making Families Surrogacy Limited says cost, speed and cultural care are driving diaspora and international patients back to Nigeria in 2026 For years, the story of fertility treatment in Nigeria

  • Nigeria becomes top global fertility destination for IVF and surrogacy.
  • Over 80 registered IVF centers in Nigeria, equipped with advanced technology.
  • IVF cycles in Nigeria cost significantly less and offer faster turnaround than US or UK.

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