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Sophie Putka

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Sophie Putka

Sophie Putka joined the enterprise and investigative team at 木瓜直播 in August of 2021. She鈥檚 written stories for the Wall Street Journal, Discover, Business Insider, Inverse, Cannabis Wire, and more. Sophie graduated from CUNY鈥檚 Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism Health and Science program, and got her bachelor鈥檚 degree from Brown University. She was recognized by the Society of Professional Journalists鈥� Mark of Excellence Awards for her COVID-19 video coverage. Send story tips to s.putka@medpagetoday.com.

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Are Slushy Drinks Dangerous for Small Children?

U.K. introduced regulations after glycerol in slushies may have led to illness in kids

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Sexual and Gender Minorities Twice as Likely to Report Epilepsy

Reasons behind the findings are unclear

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Dementia Risk Reduced for Some Older Breast Cancer Patients on Hormone Therapy

Outcomes varied with age

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Doctor Influenced Gender Care Bans; Cord Blood Banking Scam? Anti-Abortion Extremist

This past week in healthcare investigations

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How Concerned Should We Be About Metal in Tampons?

Tampons contain lead and arsenic, but some say the levels aren't anything to worry about

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Bad Air Quality in Pregnancy Hikes Cerebral Palsy Risk in Offspring

Study finds yet another problem linked to fine particulate pollution

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Cognitive Impairments Observed in Patients With Functional Seizures

Small cognitive differences were detected between functional seizure and epilepsy groups

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Can Individual States Effectively Cap Prescription Drug Costs?

In 11 states, prescription drug affordability boards are attempting just that

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Sleep Quality Improved With Acupuncture for Parkinson's Patients

Benefits persisted at 8 weeks

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Prenatal Maternal Distress During Pandemic Tied to Newborn Brain Development

Study highlights the importance of assessing stress, mental health of pregnant women

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