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Trending Patient News: Week of September 1, 2025

September 5, 2025

Keeping you a step ahead is our priority. That's why we've gathered some of the top stories your patients might be seeing. Here are this week's highlights:

Extreme morning sickness leading women to consider abortion, study finds

(Newsweek)—Over half of women with hyperemesis gravidarum surveyed in a PLoS One study considered ending their pregnancy due to unrelenting symptoms and lack of support. Read more

Florida Surgeon General says state will eliminate all vaccine mandates

(NBC News)—Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo announced plans to end all vaccine mandates, calling them immoral and sparking national controversy. Read more

A common nasal spray may block COVID infection, trial results indicate

(NBC News)—Azelastine nasal spray cut COVID infections by 70% compared with placebo, showing promise as an over-the-counter preventive measure. Read more

Heart attack breakthrough will 'reshape' 40-year practice, scientists claim

(Newsweek)—A large randomized trial found beta blockers offer no benefit after an uncomplicated heart attack with preserved heart function and may increase the risk of adverse events in women. Read more

Outbreaks of rabies seem to be rising across the U.S., CDC surveillance shows

(NBC News)—CDC is tracking 15 rabies outbreaks in wildlife, with six human deaths reported—the highest in years. Read more

Whatever happened to mpox? Is it still a threat?

(NPR)—Mpox remains endemic in 26 African countries, with over 100,000 suspected cases and stalled vaccine distribution. Read more

RFK Jr., the CDC and confusing vaccine recommendations. What to know right now.

(USA Today)—RFK Jr.'s overhaul of CDC panels and shifting vaccine guidance has left millions unsure about eligibility and access. Read more

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