More Hospital Mask Mandates; Ear Wax Cleaning Cameras; Twins Born in Different Years

— Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by staff

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A rising number of flu, COVID, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) cases has led all 11 New York City hospitals to . (abc7NY)

Hospitals in at least have reinstated mask mandates as well. (Reuters)

In another blow to the U.K.'s struggling National Health Service, thousands of . (New York Times)

Nearly in the nation's capital lack easy access to health care, according to a Washington Post analysis.

You can with the help of miniature cameras, but is that a good idea? (The Atlantic)

Sen. John Fetterman (D-Penn.) may be . (The Hill)

The FDA found that newly manufactured neonatal incubators from Drager and don't have to be run for a week before use.

The agency also issued a warning about the use of and its resurfacing implants.

Meanwhile, a federal appeals court ordered the FDA to reconsider its decision barring makers of flavored liquids for e-cigarettes . (Reuters)

The city of Honolulu mandated that bars, nightclubs, and restaurants . (The Hill)

Individual was associated with symptoms of posttraumatic stress syndrome among Black adolescents, and these symptoms were associated with suicidal ideation. (JAMA Psychiatry)

Houston doctors are addressing a while dealing with funding cutbacks. (Houston Chronicle)

Scientists developed a to treat infections caused by carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii. (Nature)

A Connecticut family welcomed . (Boston.com)

An investigation found that bisphenols and phthalates -- plasticizers used to make plastic more flexible and durable -- . (Consumer Reports)

The Federal Trade Commission is celebrating a granting a preliminary injunction preventing IQVIA from acquiring Propel Media.

In most states, once you choose Medicare Advantage, . (NPR)

Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo called for a , based on a theory that has been refuted by the FDA and other global regulatory agencies. (Orlando Sentinel)

How can you make your ? (Time)

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    Mike Bassett is a staff writer focusing on oncology and hematology. He is based in Massachusetts.