GLP-1s and Blinding Condition; Cyclosporiasis Source Found? Tylenol-Autism Lawsuits

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A cohort study found that diabetes patients taking GLP-1 receptor agonists had a higher risk of anterior ischemic optic neuropathy, a potentially blinding eye condition. (Annals of Internal Medicine)

Meanwhile, a working paper from the National Bureau of Economic Research suggested that GLP-1 drugs did not improve job or marriage prospects for diabetes patients. (Axios)

The Trump administration is abandoning its plan to block Medicare and Medicaid funding for hospitals that provide gender-affirming care for youth. (NPR)

With cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan topping 2,600, health officials said that lettuce or salad greens may be the source behind the state’s large outbreak, and Taco Bell is being investigated in connection with the outbreak. (NBC News, The Independent)

Cases in Congo’s outbreak are likely twice the official tally, the World Health Organization said, as the global health body called for more funding to battle the growing outbreak. (Reuters via AOL)

The second U.S. citizen infected with Ebola, hospitalized in an isolation unit in Germany, is in stable condition and reportedly responding well to treatment. (Washington Post)

The Trump administration said it will block citizens in Congo from returning to the U.S. until they’ve spent at least 3 weeks in a third country. (Reuters via AOL)

The U.S. reported 65 new measles cases in the past week, according to the Yale School of Public Health. Here’s where they were.

HHS and the VA announced a partnership to advance the research and development of rapid-acting psychedelic drug products for veterans with serious mental health conditions.

Over $5.5 billion is expected to be recovered or saved from the federal crackdown on fraud in Medicaid, Medicare, and other programs from October 2025 to March 2026, according to an HHS Office of Inspector General report.

Bankruptcy, foreclosure: how Medicaid cuts are leading to financial ruin for some family caregivers of people with disabilities. (STAT)

Some rice products sold at grocery stores contain concerning levels of inorganic arsenic, according to a Consumer Reports investigation.

A federal appeals court revived hundreds of lawsuits against acetaminophen (Tylenol)-maker Kenvue that claim the use of the painkiller in pregnancy caused autism or attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder in offspring. (Reuters via AOL)

A cohort study found that continuing selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors during pregnancy was not associated with congenital anomalies or need for intensive care in infants but was linked with impaired neonatal adaptation. (JAMA Network Open)

Following a recent botulism outbreak that hospitalized four infants, the FDA is calling for the baby formula industry to better safeguard their products against contaminants in the supply chain.

In a position paper, the American College of Physicians said the under-regulation of dietary supplements endangers public health. (Annals of Internal Medicine)

Pythons live in extreme environments and have to dramatically ramp up their metabolism after eating; can studying their biology spur medical advancements for humans? (NPR)

A real-world study found that cancer patients with Medicare Advantage got similar quality care compared with those on traditional Medicare, and with slightly lower treatment costs. (JAMA Internal Medicine)

Iconic musician Huey Lewis said he’s now “basically deaf” because of his Ménière’s disease and can no longer enjoy music. (USA Today)

Actor Josh Grisetti, known for his roles on Broadway and in “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” died by suicide at age 44. (People)