DRC Ebola outbreak on pace to become deadliest ever, WHO warns
The 2026 Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo has killed over 2,000 people and is on track to surpass the 2014-2016 epidemic's 11,000 deaths, according to WHO leadership.
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Salmonella Outbreak Prompts Widespread Recall of Whole Foods Prepared Items Across 12 States
Whole Foods and multiple major retailers recalled salsa, guacamole, and prepared foods across 12 states due to salmonella contamination, with 345 people sickened in the expanding outbreak.
NHS transplant chief warns of 'fragmented' system failing patients
NHS Blood and Transplant's medical director has publicly criticized NHS England leadership for creating an inefficient transplant system with burnt-out staff, poor accountability, and stagnant surgical numbers over three decades.
Third Immigrant Dies at Delaney Hall After Medical Emergency
A Guatemalan migrant died after experiencing a seizure at Delaney Hall detention facility, marking the third death at the site. Federal officials transferred him to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Texas Court Rules Surrogate's Baby With Heart Defect Must Receive Medical Care
A surrogate mother fled to Texas and gave birth to a baby with a severe heart defect after refusing the intended parents' request to abort. A Texas court ruled the baby must receive medical treatment, resolving a multistate legal battle.
Vacuna chilena contra el cáncer avanza a ensayos clínicos en Brasil con 140 pacientes
TAPCells, una vacuna terapéutica personalizada desarrollada en Chile durante 20 años, iniciará ensayos clínicos en Brasil con 140 pacientes con cáncer de próstata, marcando un hito internacional en la investigación oncológica.
El estigma que invisibiliza el dolor crónico femenino: perspectiva de género en medicina
Expertos médicos revelan que el dolor crónico es significativamente más frecuente en mujeres, impulsando la adopción de medicina con perspectiva de género para revertir décadas de minimización cultural del malestar femenino.
Surrogate Delivers Baby with Heart Defect After Refusing Abortion Request
A surrogate in Texas gave birth to a baby with a rare heart condition after refusing the intended parents' request for abortion. State intervention secured court orders ensuring the child receives lifesaving medical care.
Birth order linked to 150 health conditions in study of 10M siblings
A study of 10 million U.S. siblings found birth order associated with 150 health conditions, with first-borns showing higher autism and ADHD rates, while second-borns faced more substance use disorders.
Birth order linked to 150 health conditions in 10-million-sibling study
A study of 10 million American siblings found birth order is associated with risk for 150 health conditions, including ADHD and autism, suggesting family position may influence disease susceptibility.
West Nile Virus detected in one-third of Salt Lake City mosquitos; two human cases confirmed
West Nile Virus detected in one-third of mosquitoes sampled in Salt Lake City, with two human cases confirmed in Salt Lake County and significantly higher-than-normal transmission risk.
Bepirovirsen muestra resultados prometedores hacia una cura funcional de hepatitis B
GSK reporta resultados positivos en ensayos fase III del bepirovirsen, un medicamento que podría lograr cura funcional de hepatitis B en hasta 26% de pacientes, aunque aún debe superar evaluaciones regulatorias.
El sueño de calidad: escudo natural contra el Alzheimer y deterioro cognitivo
Expertos destacan que dormir bien activa el sistema glinfático cerebral, que elimina toxinas asociadas al Alzheimer. La mala calidad del sueño crónico favorece un entorno biológico menos saludable para el cerebro.
Ayra Starr on healing, heartbreak and teasing Stevie Wonder
Nigerian Afrobeats artist Ayra Starr discusses her third album Starrgirl, revealing personal stories including a secret relationship and her creative evolution while maintaining cultural pride.
Nigeria's 'Vulture King' leads grassroots fight to save disappearing birds from extinction
A Nigerian community leader known as the 'Vulture King' is reversing vulture decline in his region through conservation efforts, as the species faces near-extinction across Africa due to hunting for traditional practices and habitat loss.
Stair climbing cuts cardiovascular death risk by 39%, study finds
New research from University of East Anglia shows regular stair climbing reduces cardiovascular death risk by 39% and overall mortality by 24%, offering an accessible daily physical activity intervention.
Whole Foods recalls jalapeño products over salmonella risk linked to Mexican supplier
Whole Foods recalled jalapeño-based products from multiple departments due to salmonella contamination linked to a Mexican pepper supplier affecting 27 U.S. states. No illnesses have been reported from the recalled items.
HRT May Reduce Dementia Risk in Women, Study Suggests
New research suggests estrogen-based hormone replacement therapy may significantly lower dementia and Alzheimer's risk in women, particularly when initiated later in life.
Rabid bat caught in hiker's hair at Olympic National Park; health officials seek woman
A hiker at Olympic National Park had a rabid bat become entangled in her hair; authorities are searching for the woman to provide post-exposure rabies treatment.
Siete consejos para prevenir molestias de hemorroides durante el verano
El doctor Carlos Emparan del Hospital Quirónsalud Vitoria ofrece siete recomendaciones para prevenir el empeoramiento de hemorroides durante el verano, enfatizando hidratación, fibra y cambios en hábitos diarios.
Rare brain-eating amoeba death offers critical diagnostic lessons for physicians
A toddler's death from a rare brain-destroying amoeba infection provides critical lessons for medical professionals on early detection and treatment of this uncommon but fatal parasitic disease.
Muere Maura Gillison, pionera que vinculó el VPH con cáncer de garganta
Maura Gillison, oncóloga que demostró definitivamente el vínculo entre el virus del papiloma humano y los cánceres orofaríngeos, falleció a los 61 años por cáncer de intestino delgado.
OMS advierte que brote de ébola en RDC podría ser el peor de la historia
La OMS advierte que el brote de ébola en la República Democrática del Congo podría convertirse en el peor de la historia, con más de 4.400 casos confirmados y 2.000 muertes en menos de tres meses.
Nurses demand seat at AI table as hospitals deploy clinical tools without their input
Nurses, who comprise the majority of healthcare workers but are often excluded from AI adoption decisions, are pushing for greater involvement in developing and implementing clinical AI tools to ensure patient safety and protect their profession.