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- Legal Topics
- October 22, 2024
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FTC Social Media Staff Report Suggests Enforcement Direction and Expectations
The FTC’s staff report summarizes how it views the operations of social media and video streaming companies. Of particular interest is the insight it gives into potential enforcement focus in the coming…
- Medicine Blog
- October 22, 2024
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How Ozempic, GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs Affect the Brain to Curb Substance Misuse
A new study shows a 50% lower risk of alcohol intoxication among people with alcohol use disorder who take GLP-1 drugs prescribed for weight loss and diabetes. The findings also…
- Legal Topics
- October 21, 2024
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FTC Finalizes Major Rewrite of HSR Filing Requirements
Last week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted unanimously to issue a final rule that implements significant changes to the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) premerger notification form and accompanying instructions. While the final rule…
Dow Jones Today: Stocks Slip From Record Highs at the Start of a Big Week of Earnings Reports
Vans and North Face Owner VF's Stock Plunges 21 minutes ago Shares of Vans and The North Face owner VF Corporation (VFC) slumped Monday as JPMorgan put the apparel giant…
- Legal Topics
- October 20, 2024
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Are We There Yet? DoD Issues Final Rule Establishing CMMC Program
The US Department of Defense (DoD) published a final rule codifying the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program. The final CMMC rule will apply to all DoD contractors and subcontractors that will…
- Medicine Blog
- October 20, 2024
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These Are the Best and Worst States for Mental Health Care in the U.S.
New research analyzed seven data points to reveal the worst states for mental health care. Texas topped the list as the worst state for mental health care for a second…
- Medicine Blog
- October 20, 2024
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Standing More May Not Offset Effects of Sitting, Could Cause Circulatory Issues
Sitting and sedentary behavior are linked to a higher risk of many health conditions, including cardiovascular disease. Standing isn’t enough to offset the negative health effects of a sedentary lifestyle,…
- Legal Topics
- October 19, 2024
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FTC Finalizes “Click-to-Cancel” Rule
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized amendments to the Negative Option Rule, now retitled the “Rule Concerning Recurring Subscriptions and Other Negative Option Programs“ (“Rule”), which represents a significant…
- Medicine Blog
- October 19, 2024
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Why Naltrexone Is Considered the ‘Ozempic for Alcohol’ Use Disorder
Prescription medication naltrexone is used to treat alcohol use disorder and opioid use disorder. The drug works by reducing cravings and the “buzz” associated with the use of alcohol. Naltrexone…
- Legal Topics
- October 18, 2024
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Texas-Sized Fraud: Corporate Relator Takes on Laboratory Referral Kickback Scheme
17 October 2024. In a qui tam whistleblower settlement, Jeffrey Madison, the former CEO of Little River Healthcare in Rockdale, Texas, has agreed to pay over $5.3 million to resolve alleged…
Dow Jones Today: Dow Hits Fresh Record; NFLX, CVS in Focus
Intel Stock Rises on Report That It Might Sell a Stake in Its Altera Business 19 minutes ago Intel (INTC) shares rose Friday, lifted by indications that it is looking…
- Medicine Blog
- October 18, 2024
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Whooping Cough Cases Spiking in US. Here’s How to Protect Yourself
New CDC data shows a resurgence in whooping cough, with cases returning to “pre-pandemic levels.” Experts believe that missed routine vaccinations during the COVID-19 pandemic may be partially driving the…
- Legal Topics
- October 18, 2024
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How to Develop an Effective Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan for Businesses
Data breaches have become more frequent and costly than ever. In 2021, the average data breach cost companies more than $4 million. Threat actors are increasingly likely to be sophisticated.…
- Medicine Blog
- October 18, 2024
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Kathy Bates Credits Losing 100 Pounds with These 5 Things
Actor Kathy Bates has shared the keys to her success in losing 100 lbs over seven years. Bates says she lost 80lbs by making healthy, sustainable changes and an additional…
- Medicine Blog
- October 18, 2024
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Ozempic Microdosing Is Gaining Popularity. Does It Work for Weight Loss?
Microdosing GLP-1 weight loss drugs is a trend that’s gaining popularity. Anecdotal reports claim that “Ozempic microdosing” may help people lose weight with fewer side effects. However, there is no…