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February 2024

Exploring the Inflation Reduction Act’s Effect on Medicare Drug Costs

TL/DR - The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is a piece of legislation aimed at reducing drug prices and providing relief for Medicare patients by capping out-of-pocket spending and permitting Medicare to negotiate the prices of certain high-cost drugs. However, it could also potentially affect innovation for new orphan drugs for rare diseases, as…

Thrilling Polar Roll Ultra Sees UP Bikers, Snowshoers in Marquette

TL/DR - The Polar Roll Ultra is a challenging, 140-mile race around the Central Upper Peninsula in Michigan, US, participated in by 80 fat-tire bikers and snowshoers. The participants have 48 hours to finish the race, starting at Otter Lake Campground in Munising and ending in Ishpeming. The event, organized by the 906 Adventure Team, provides…

Trump Confidentially Backs a 16-Week Abortion Prohibition

TL/DR - Former President Donald Trump has reportedly expressed interest in a 16-week national abortion ban with exceptions for cases of rape or incest, or to protect the life of the mother. Mr. Trump's views on abortion have been largely private since the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022, however he believes that the decision has led to…

Health Benefits of Regular Exercise: More Significant for Women

Here is the rewritten content in HTML syntax, optimized for search engines: Understanding the Impact of Regular Exercise on Women's Health You might be aware that women generally exercise less than men do. However, recent studies have revealed that women tend to reap more health benefits from regular exercise compared to men. Research conducted…