Local Health Alert | Dr. Ryan Molis, DMD | Friends Activity https://weence.com/members/ryanmolis/activity/friends/ Activity feed for Dr. Ryan Molis, DMD's friends. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:03:05 -0500 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 68f1e187708f7e93fbf125e0febf20b9 Dr. Susan R. Pan, DDS wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156324 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:03:05 -0500 Why dentures alone may not fix nutrition problems in older adultsNew dentures may make chewing feel easier without automatically improving nutrition. For older adults, food choices, appetite, dry mouth, swallowing, […]

]]> 0 0ab404969d3d4c330a52907a6cc82bd7 Dr. Susan R. Pan, DDS wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156319 Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:03:58 -0500 Before You Agree to a Dental Filling: Questions About Risks, Benefits and AlternativesA dental filling can help restore a tooth with significant damage, but the material and timing matter. Before treatment begins, ask whether the decay is […]

]]> 0 35aaf430356f670b772584fb68b862f1 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156243 Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:59:20 -0500 If CDC Respiratory Activity Is High: Family and School Steps This WeekWhen CDC reports that respiratory virus activity is high in your area, it can be a useful “heads up” that more people are seeking care for respiratory ill […]

]]> 0 29c148b609b3fcdd9fa4c254dfbe7de6 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156203 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:35:03 -0500 Lynch Syndrome and Aspirin Dose: What CaPP3 Adds to PreventionIf you have Lynch syndrome, prevention often means staying on top of screening and risk-reduction steps—especially for colorectal (colon) cancer. Recently r […]

]]> 0 c82cb28a112b4db4cb16b5c3a4801703 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156201 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:22:40 -0500 STIMULATE-ICP: repurposed drugs show small, short-term relief for long COVID fatigueLong COVID fatigue can make everyday life feel exhausting and unpredictable. A natural question is: Could repurposed drugs reliably improve fatigue? A […]

]]> 0 672fb2c058204c5522d656e6bf08736a Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156199 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:47:56 -0500 Hospital Price Transparency Enforcement: How to Use CMS’s Updated Outcomes DataWhen you’re trying to estimate the cost of a hospital service, it’s easy to assume that posted price information will translate directly into what you […]

]]> 0 03e5ccf356b2d995c0cadd3bdb336796 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156197 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:59:55 -0500 FDA Update: VITROS 5600 Recall—What to Do If Results Seem OffQuick takeaway: FDA posted a Class 2 recall involving certain VITROS 5600 chemistry analyzer software. FDA says some software versions (reported as 3.8.0 or […]

]]> 0 38f6c56cdadee5a049ab8c92c7b72f91 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156195 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:54:20 -0500 Medicare’s ACCESS Model starts July 5, 2026 for tech-enabled chronic careStarting July 5, 2026, CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is rolling out a new option for Medicare beneficiaries who need ongoing care for […]

]]> 0 917f0ecb147293abc17e10d62ba0eb0f Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156193 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:24:01 -0500 Recalled iceberg lettuce and Cyclospora: symptoms and when to get careIf your household ate shredded iceberg lettuce that was tied to a Cyclospora-related recall, pay close attention to symptoms and hydration. Cyclospora […]

]]> 0 b53c09639296718cba8b3a0ddc163ebd Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156191 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 22:25:39 -0500 Medicare’s $50/month GLP-1 Bridge: Who Qualifies for CoverageIf you live with obesity and have Medicare Part D, a new time-limited coverage pathway called the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge started on July 1, 2026. It runs […]

]]> 0 d7c4105fa86327163543b3843f7434f2 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156189 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:58:29 -0500 July 2026 Long COVID fatigue trials: integrated care helps, drugs fadeLong COVID-related fatigue can make even routine days feel exhausting—and people understandably want to know whether new “integrated clinic” programs or re […]

]]> 0 39640f0e3d9f17ebc949b8ffa584d56e Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156187 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:46:45 -0500 New CMS hospital price transparency enforcement: What rural patients should knowHospitals are required to post pricing information online. But for rural patients—who may have fewer nearby hospital options—the practical question isn […]

]]> 0 3c29d26e2b430b93ec7463e8d98038a5 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156185 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:06:45 -0500 FDA Recall: Cetirizine 5 mg Tablets With Possible Ranitidine Cross-ContaminationQuick answer (30–60 seconds) What happened: The FDA posted a lot-specific recall of certain cetirizine 5 mg tablets because of potential c […]

]]> 0 e46170398d180c404b7efceb7ba3a4bf Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156183 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:31:56 -0500 FDA Recall: Baxter Cefazolin in Dextrose Lot With Cardboard Particles (July 2026)If you (or a loved one) may have received an IV antibiotic such as cefazolin in dextrose during care in the period when the affected product was […]

]]> 0 081c103fc8094f17acba111321593a50 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156181 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:02:08 -0500 CDC Measles Wastewater Monitoring: What Families Should KnowIf you see a measles “detected” (or “not detected”) message on CDC’s wastewater page: treat it as a community-level signal, not proof that anyone in your h […]

]]> 0 716e949435c5abceb1cf5f2e54d1e5c5 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156179 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 23:01:23 -0500 CDC’s Bundibugyo Ebola Update: How Low Is the Risk in the U.S.?CDC’s latest update on the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola disease describes the overall risk to people in the United States as low and says the likelihood of s […]

]]> 0 40e6ab11798fcefa417ec653457eac5e Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156177 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:03:50 -0500 After You Contact 988: What Crisis Center Follow-Up Is Trying to ImproveIf you reach out to 988, you can get immediate, trained support. But what matters for safety doesn’t stop when the call, text, or chat ends—especially if […]

]]> 0 1fc3bfe2dac0e1dbf4f4856059e832d7 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156175 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:08:53 -0500 Hospital Price Transparency Enforcement (CY 2026): What CMS Data MeansCMS is moving from “price information posting” to deeper enforcement of updated Hospital Price Transparency requirements for calendar year (CY) 2026. The […]

]]> 0 340d0d3efc97cf13f2ff8109b4c193e6 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156171 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:05:21 -0500 Papaverine Injection Recall: Steps for Patients and Clinics (Lot 25202)If you (or your clinic) may have received papaverine hydrochloride injection from American Regent, do a quick check of the lot number. FDA posted a […]

]]> 0 58b72c4a8ee1e71500e4e7418b1da2a1 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156169 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:32:03 -0500 COVID-19 at Home (Fall 2026): Fast Outpatient Treatment & EUA ChangesIf you (or someone you care for) tests positive for COVID-19 in fall 2026, the next steps are time-sensitive. Outpatient treatment—when it’s app […]

]]> 0 9d5d71897efa25dca50c594abf6401e7 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156167 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:56:03 -0500 FDA Alert: Hintermann Series H3 Total Ankle Replacement — What to Do NowQuick takeaway: On June 3, 2026, the FDA updated a safety communication for the Hintermann Series H3 total ankle replacement. If your H3 ankle is working […]

]]> 0 ff6fb9529f05a587823128a80338e9b1 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156165 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:31:51 -0500 Long COVID brain fog: goal-focused cognitive rehab can improve real-life goalsIf Long COVID brain fog is making it harder to work, parent, manage bills, or follow conversations, a new randomized trial may help answer a common […]

]]> 0 84ae47490496237f3bab003d5c9daf96 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156163 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:53:25 -0500 CMS Hospital Price Transparency Enforcement: How to Estimate Costs from Posted PricesCMS will begin enforcing updated hospital price transparency requirements for CY 2026 on April 1, 2026. In theory, this should make it easier for patients […]

]]> 0 7ca49e00689c417b8eba239b2ec03f47 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156161 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:23:59 -0500 Cyclospora outbreak tied to Taylor Farms lettuce: what to do if you’re sickIf you recently ate iceberg lettuce and then developed watery diarrhea (often with fatigue and loss of appetite), pay attention to timing and get the right […]

]]> 0 724bc1a1cb1ef5ac80938bf7228db0a6 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156159 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:30:24 -0500 FDA’s July 2026 non-device software update: AI apps and patient safetyWhen an AI app “gives advice,” the key question isn’t just whether it uses generative AI. The key question is what the software is intended to help the u […]

]]> 0 2255b8f5b9aad15234218c88f40cbfb6 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156157 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:19:57 -0500 What FDA’s fall 2026 COVID-19 vaccine formula update (JN.1 XFG) meansThe practical idea behind a seasonal COVID-19 vaccine “formula update” is simple: the vaccine’s target is revised to better match the kind of virus (line […]

]]> 0 c2da338d6ac2c9970884f59fc81df7d1 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156155 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 23:03:21 -0500 If intranasal epinephrine doesn’t work right away: anaphylaxis stepsAnaphylaxis can escalate quickly and may become life-threatening. If you’re prescribed intranasal (nasal) epinephrine for a severe allergy, use it at the f […]

]]> 0 ba132c373116403e10582e184d0bf069 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156153 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 21:02:15 -0500 FDA Expands Casgevy to Age 2: What It Means for FamiliesOn July 1, 2026, the FDA expanded Casgevy (exagamglogene autotemcel), a one-time gene therapy for certain children with sickle cell disease (SCD) and […]

]]> 0 7a11f48598e9c11824fb17635a8b649e Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156151 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 20:29:02 -0500 Self-Collected HPV Testing for Cervical Cancer: What’s New and Next StepsYou may soon see a new screening option mentioned in clinic scheduling, test orders, or insurance discussions: self-collection of a sample for high-risk HPV […]

]]> 0 432eee12af2ea07f582acabb97b3f179 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156149 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:38:08 -0500 CMS/HHS final 2027 Marketplace rules: verification and lower feesCMS finalized the Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2027 (the Marketplace “Payment Notice”) in May 2026, setting policies that affect how ACA cov […]

]]> 0 b6d875c4792d62875452877dba7151b9 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156147 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 15:12:24 -0500 FDA Recall: Baxter IV Cefazolin Bags With Cardboard Particulates—What to DoFDA has posted a voluntary nationwide recall of one lot of Baxter IV cefazolin in dextrose (an antibiotic solution used to treat bacterial infections or […]

]]> 0 afdab0e55d802e3309c4da99045a1176 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156145 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 13:40:19 -0500 Measles Is Surging: What Families Need to Do About MMR Records and School ExposureMeasles activity in the United States has been rising in 2026, and it’s common for schools and families to get questions about MMR records—especially whe […]

]]> 0 4fe2ace0e19dc2b099306c92da137df9 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156143 Sat, 01 Aug 2026 21:44:52 -0500 Wildfire Smoke and Asthma: What Families Can Do Now (and When to Get Help)Wildfire smoke can act like an irritant for people with asthma. When smoke levels rise, the fine particles in the air can inflame and aggravate airways, […]

]]> 0 4ab146e884a78d288b80966c6f48a999 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156141 Sat, 01 Aug 2026 20:43:10 -0500 CDC Update: What to Watch for After Nara Powdered Formula UseCDC has posted an update about an ongoing multistate investigation into infant botulism linked to a recalled Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Powdered […]

]]> 0 2c3f107a76eb6c612be320dc3bc0f167 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156139 Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:38:20 -0500 Legionnaires’ disease after a hotel stay: Do you need antibiotics or testing?If you stayed at a hotel (or other lodging) that was linked to a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak, the usual recommendation is monitoring—not preventive ant […]

]]> 0 17f744a7b6eeab5f2e9fb9085acbe42b Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156137 Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:38:10 -0500 CMS (July 14, 2026) on CHNV parole terminations: Medicaid/CHIP Oct. 1, 2026A CMS/CMCS informational bulletin dated July 14, 2026 reminds states that when the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) terminates certain parole […]

]]> 0 b9e097af31c80aa69084da146e5f410a Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156135 Sat, 01 Aug 2026 15:47:44 -0500 Recalled GreenWise Frozen Blueberries Linked to E. coli: What to DoFDA and CDC are investigating a multistate outbreak of E. coli O145:H28 illnesses linked to recalled GreenWise Organic Frozen Whole Blueberries and whole […]

]]> 0 1d6b7c7fd568a17ccb2f89964af16b30 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156133 Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:58:10 -0500 When Can My Child Return to School After a Respiratory Virus? The 24-Hour Fever-Free Rule (and What to Do for 5 More Days)Quick takeaway (for schools & families): Stay home with respiratory-virus symptoms until they’re getting better overall and you’ve had no fever for […]

]]> 0 bd9e1c4c092a6d559c4c9dff6bff8018 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156131 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 23:31:19 -0500 New Heart Failure Definition: What It Changes for Symptoms, CareA major group of heart experts has updated a widely used framework for defining heart failure—aiming to make the terms doctors use more consistent and e […]

]]> 0 1ed3426a6544d06c26bfdf9b698c0209 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156129 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:37:59 -0500 Intermittent metformin after gestational diabetes: what July 2026 data suggestAfter gestational diabetes, many people feel “back to normal” once delivery is over. But pregnancy can leave behind a long-term metabolic risk—often witho […]

]]> 0 420fe691a02a99ea2fce93befc85adab Dr. Susan R. Pan, DDS wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156127 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:27:07 -0500 Oral Cancer Screening: What Adults Should Ask at Every Dental VisitNo symptoms doesn’t always mean no need to check. Oral cancer screening is an important part of preventive care because some warning changes can be s […]

]]> 0 d587753b1598eab9e2418d7f477628d4 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156125 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:51:03 -0500 Medicare GLP-1 Bridge: $50/month eligibility and Part D cost rulesStarting July 1, 2026, Medicare begins a temporary program called the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge to help some Medicare Part D enrollees pay for certain GLP-1 […]

]]> 0 81f5315cf88ca47281991f809b6aaffc Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156123 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:48:51 -0500 Prior Authorization Decision Deadlines for Medicare Advantage and Medicaid (2026)Prior authorization can feel like a paperwork hurdle—especially when you’re waiting to schedule care. The good news: federal rules starting in 2026 are des […]

]]> 0 c3c44388929ebe9efe813243d0b917df Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156121 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:45:23 -0500 Breast Biopsy Needle Shortage: What the FDA and ACR Say Patients Should Ask AboutIf you were told you need a stereotactic breast biopsy and your appointment is delayed, it’s understandable to feel worried. You’re not powerless, tho […]

]]> 0 075265eb12ce566f8d500e9c849ffe47 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156119 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:36:52 -0500 CDC Wastewater Update: How to Read COVID, Flu & RSV “Viral Activity Levels”CDC uses wastewater testing to track community activity for COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2), influenza A, and RSV. In the CDC wastewater “viral activity level” rep […]

]]> 0 040221229712ac64b4dc71cb00fdb812 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156117 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:39:26 -0500 FDA Expands Tzield for Some Kids With Newly Diagnosed Stage 3 Type 1 DiabetesThe FDA’s June 15, 2026 announcement expands the use of Tzield (teplizumab) for certain children who have been recently diagnosed with stage 3 type 1 d […]

]]> 0 85726a0789e6ffff92434390d221ec31 Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156115 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:46:46 -0500 Long COVID Brain Fog: When to Ask About Cognitive Rehab (Trial Data + Next Steps)Long COVID “brain fog” can make everyday tasks—work, school, parenting, or just staying organized—harder than you expected. If your symptoms have lasted […]

]]> 0 dcf120a921cf6153befdfbbf58a40afb Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156113 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:48:49 -0500 Cetirizine Recall: Check Lots and Get Help for Anaphylaxis SymptomsIf you take cetirizine for allergies, it’s worth checking your bottle. The FDA has posted a recall of specific lots of cetirizine hydrochloride 5 mg t […]

]]> 0 792f59137b5fee24ad9a2493bb9c197d Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156111 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:02:59 -0500 No Surprises Act Update (July 2026): What CMS’ $15 IDR Fee Rules MeanIf you get an unexpected bill that you believe violates your protections under the No Surprises Act, one key part of the system is Independent Dispute […]

]]> 0 c67859d181a11699b22b5de0d465672b Brian “Weence” Bateman wrote a new post https://weence.com/?p=1156109 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:36:28 -0500 FDA Recall: Baxter Cefazolin IV Bags With Cardboard Particles—Next StepsFDA is warning about a voluntary nationwide recall of one lot of an IV antibiotic: cefazolin in dextrose (Baxter). The issue is that cardboard-like […]

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