Health & Medicine
The FDA has approved a new drug that could extend survival for late-stage pancreatic cancer patients, offering potential hope for a disease with historically poor outcomes.
Irish men face 25-50% higher Covid death risk than women, actuaries find
New analysis by Ireland's Society of Actuaries shows men are 25-50% more likely to die from Covid-19 than women, with disparities linked to comorbidities, life…
HighKenya reports first Ebola death as DRC outbreak surges across seven provinces
Kenya confirmed its first-ever Ebola death after a man returned from the DRC, where 4,082 people have died in the current outbreak. Health authorities identifi…
HighEli Lilly's Mounjaro launches in India, outpacing Novo Nordisk in weight-loss drug race
Eli Lilly's Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) launches in India at ₹4,375/5mg, offering dual diabetes and weight-loss benefits ahead of Novo Nordisk's Wegovy, addressing…
HighWHO declares rare Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a global health emergency
The WHO declared a public health emergency over a rare Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda with 300+ suspected cases and 88 deaths. The variant has n…
HighMedical Cannabis Shows Promise for Easing Agitation in Dementia Patients
A clinical trial demonstrates that cannabis-derived treatment containing THC/CBD can reduce agitation in hospice-eligible dementia patients, offering potential…
MediumUS faces worst measles outbreak in 35 years as vaccine hesitancy surges
The US faces its worst measles outbreak in 35 years with 2,318 confirmed cases in 2026, driven by vaccine hesitancy, misinformation, and non-medical exemptions…
HighMankind Pharma eyes early semaglutide entry as patent expires
Mankind Pharma plans to launch semaglutide soon after patent expiry this month, targeting affordable access in India's growing obesity and chronic disease mark…
HighBritish paratroopers parachute into remote island to treat hantavirus patient
British Army specialists parachuted onto remote Tristan da Cunha to deliver critical medical support for a suspected hantavirus case linked to a cruise ship ou…
HighCongo Ebola outbreak surpasses 3,200 cases, approaching nation's deadliest epidemic
Ebola cases in Congo have surpassed 3,200 with over 1,400 deaths, approaching the country's worst outbreak record. Vaccine trials are underway as surveillance…
HighDeaf patient given wrong vaccine due to missing sign language interpreter
An ombudsman report reveals disabled patients are receiving wrong medical treatments due to lack of accessible communication, including a deaf woman given wron…
HighUpstate clinic advances research on Alzheimer's drug approaching FDA approval
An upstate clinic is leading research on a promising Alzheimer's drug approaching regulatory approval, potentially offering new treatment options for the disea…
MediumGut Dysbiosis Drives Breast Cancer Spread Through Bile Acid Buildup
University of Virginia researchers discovered that bile acid buildup from unhealthy gut microbiomes drives hormone receptor-positive breast cancer metastasis,…
HighPharma Giants Pursue Billion-Dollar Deals as Ebola, Bird Flu Threaten Global Health
Major pharmaceutical acquisitions totaling $11.5B reshape the industry while Ebola outbreak in Congo kills 506 and H5N1 bird flu spreads to Australia's mainlan…
HighFirst JACC Cardiovascular Statistics Report Reveals Persistent US Health Disparities
The Journal of the American College of Cardiology published its inaugural Cardiovascular Statistics report, revealing persistent gaps in prevention and treatme…
HighCruise ship hantavirus outbreak reaches 11 cases as French patient fights for life on artificial lung
A French woman is critically ill with hantavirus requiring artificial lung support as a cruise ship outbreak reaches 11 cases and three deaths. Health authorit…
HighAnvisa aprova remdesivir contra covid-19 e registra vacina de Oxford
Brazil's health regulator Anvisa approved the antiviral drug remdesivir for COVID-19 treatment and granted final registration to the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine…
HighDRC's Worst Ebola Epidemic Surpasses 7,000 Cases With Nearly 3,400 Deaths
DR Congo's worst Ebola epidemic has exceeded 7,000 cases with 3,398 deaths from the rare Bundibugyo virus. The outbreak, detected in mid-May, has spread across…
HighFDA Approves Daraxonrasib, Pancreatic Cancer Drug That Nearly Doubles Survival Rates
The FDA has approved daraxonrasib, a once-daily pill that nearly doubles survival rates in pancreatic cancer patients, marking a significant advancement in tre…
HighSouth Korean Lawmaker Says North Korean Hackers Targeted Pfizer's COVID Vaccine Data
South Korea's intelligence agency reportedly told a lawmaker that North Korean hackers tried to steal COVID-19 vaccine and treatment information by breaching P…
MediumPET Scans Emerge as Critical Tool for Alzheimer's Drug Selection and Monitoring
Nuclear medicine experts highlight how amyloid and tau PET scans are increasingly used to diagnose Alzheimer's disease and monitor response to new anti-amyloid…
HighDana-Farber Launches AI-Powered Oncology Platform to Guide Treatment Decisions
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and NYU Langone Health launched Solavia Decision Suite, an AI-driven platform embedding evidence-based cancer treatment guidance i…
HighTailored Pulmonary Rehab Models Could Close COPD Treatment Gap
A pulmonologist argues pulmonary rehabilitation for COPD should be customized via center-based, hybrid, or virtual models based on patient needs, addressing a…
HighBeyond the Lump: 8 Breast Cancer Signs Every Woman Should Know
Medical experts outline comprehensive breast cancer symptoms beyond lumps, emphasizing early detection across all ages and genders during Awareness Month. Regu…
HighHPV Vaccine Offers Protection Against Infertility-Linked Virus, But Awareness Remains Low
Medical experts highlight low awareness of HPV vaccination benefits across age groups, noting the vaccine can protect against infertility-linked strains and re…
MediumYangon General Hospital launches free Hepatitis C clinic
Yangon General Hospital has launched a dedicated Hepatitis C clinic offering free viral load testing, antiviral treatment, and follow-up care to patients, oper…
HighEli Lilly expands early access to experimental obesity drug 'Triple G' ahead of FDA approval
Eli Lilly is offering expanded access to retatrutide, an experimental triple-action weight loss drug, to patients before FDA approval. The move allows qualifie…
HighRare Bundibugyo Ebola Strain Poses Unique Challenge With No Vaccine or Proven Treatment
The 2026 Ebola outbreak involving the rare Bundibugyo strain is concerning health experts due to lack of vaccines, diagnostic challenges, and limited treatment…
HighBrazil's obesity guidelines shift focus from weight loss to disease management
Brazil's obesity association releases 2026 guidelines redefining obesity as a chronic disease requiring pharmaceutical intervention as first-line treatment, no…
HighBlood test rivals brain scans for Alzheimer's detection, may enable early treatment
Researchers demonstrate a simple blood test can detect Alzheimer's disease as accurately as invasive cerebrospinal fluid tests and brain scans, potentially ena…
HighAncient DNA Reveals How Human Evolution Shapes Modern Disease Risk
A News-Medical review explains how archaic and ancestral genetic variants interact with modern diets and lifestyles to influence immunity, obesity, type 2 diab…
MediumBundibugyo Ebola outbreak declared global health emergency amid vaccine shortage
Ebola outbreak spirals out of control: how might it have started? Nature Opinion | Ebola Is a Terrible Disease. I Saw It Firsthand. T…
MediumAI-aided diagnosis reveals vitamin B6 link in Parkinson's seizures
An NHS anaesthetist used AI to identify a vitamin B6 deficiency caused by Parkinson's medication, potentially saving his mother's life. Doctors now call for cl…
HighDecades-Old DXplain Edges Out ChatGPT and Gemini in Diagnostic Test, Study Finds
A Massachusetts General Hospital study found the decades-old DXplain diagnostic system slightly outperformed ChatGPT and Gemini on 36 patient cases, with resea…
MediumMcMaster researchers develop promising immunotherapy for deadly glioblastoma
McMaster University scientists have developed a novel CAR T cell immunotherapy targeting uPAR protein that shows early promise in eliminating glioblastoma tumo…
HighCongo's Ebola death toll surges to 930 as outbreak accelerates
Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed at least 930 people out of 2,344 confirmed cases, with 37 deaths in a single 24-hour period. The Bundibugyo virus outbreak is…
HighRenowned Mass General Brigham Neuroscientist to Receive Millions to Combat Alzheimer's
Mass General Brigham neuroscientist receives millions from ARPA-H to build an accelerated drug-testing platform for Alzheimer's, with partners including UC San…
MediumCongo's Ebola outbreak reaches 782 cases with rare Bundibugyo strain
Eastern Congo reports 782 confirmed Ebola cases and 181 deaths from the rare Bundibugyo virus strain, with actual numbers likely higher due to delayed detectio…
HighIrish obesity start-up Beyondbmi raises €500k to combine drugs, coaching
Dublin-based Beyondbmi raised €500,000 to launch a medically-supervised obesity treatment platform combining prescription drugs, nutritional therapy and coachi…
HighExperts Weigh In on COVID-19 Vaccination Strategy for 2026
Multiple health outlets examine whether Americans should receive updated COVID-19 vaccines in fall 2026, with guidance from medical professionals on timing and…
MediumPfizer's RSV vaccine shows 82% efficacy in protecting newborns from severe illness
Pfizer's experimental RSV vaccine for pregnant women demonstrated 82% effectiveness against severe illness in newborns for the first 90 days, with 70% protecti…
MediumBlood test detects 90% of early-stage pancreatic cancers in pilot study
A new mRNA-based blood test detected 90% of early-stage pancreatic cancers in pilot validation, offering hope for a disease with historically poor survival rat…
HighCongo declares end of Ebola outbreak in North Kivu after 12 cases, 6 deaths
Democratic Republic of Congo declared the end of its 12th Ebola epidemic in North Kivu Province, which infected 12 people and killed six. The outbreak was cont…
HighFrench woman critically ill as hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship reaches 11 cases
A French woman is critically ill with hantavirus on life support as a cruise ship outbreak reaches 11 cases with 3 deaths. WHO warns more cases may emerge give…
HighNew AI tool predicts obesity disease risk better than BMI alone
Researchers developed OBSCORE, a machine-learning model using 20 health indicators to predict risk of 18 obesity-related diseases more accurately than BMI alon…
HighAlzheimer's Blood Tests Gain Patient Interest Despite Medical Uncertainty
New blood tests can detect Alzheimer's disease markers years before symptoms appear, but doctors question their clinical utility while patients increasingly se…
HighFinancial navigation program significantly reduces cancer patients' medical debt burden
A clinical trial shows that financial navigation assistance significantly reduces financial toxicity among cancer patients, improving both financial outcomes a…
HighCongo's Ebola death toll tops 4,000 as strikes, attacks and mistrust hamper containment
Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed over 4,000 people with more than 8,300 cases, as strikes, insecurity and mistrust hamper containment efforts in Ituri and bey…
HighCongo's Ebola outbreak nears 300 cases as recovered health workers offer hope
Congo's Ebola outbreak has confirmed 282 cases with 43 deaths across three provinces, while recovery stories from healthcare workers offer hope amid vaccine de…
HighScientists develop method to reprogram pancreas to produce GLP-1 naturally
Researchers have discovered methods to reprogram the pancreas to produce GLP-1 hormone naturally, potentially eliminating the need for ongoing Ozempic injectio…
MediumPersonalized mRNA vaccine shows promise in preventing melanoma recurrence
A clinical study demonstrates that a personalized mRNA vaccine combined with immunotherapy drug Keytruda significantly reduces melanoma recurrence rates, marki…
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