Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine wins FDA approval after regulatory reversal
Moderna won FDA approval for mFlusiva, an mRNA-based flu vaccine for adults 50+, marking a regulatory turnaround after the agency initially rejected the application in February.
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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.
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Stanford researchers discover immune cells migrate into brain during aging
Stanford researchers found that immune cells from blood migrate into the brain during aging, challenging the long-held belief that the brain's immune system is isolated. This discovery could enable new immunotherapies for neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.
Sexual arousal trumps erection as older men's top priority, Japanese survey finds
A survey of 6,000 Japanese men aged 50+ reveals sexual arousal is their top priority to preserve, while erection declines earliest and ejaculation is most commonly lost with age.
La ortodoncia preventiva guía el crecimiento facial antes de que se consoliden los desequilibrios
La ortodoncia preventiva aprovecha el crecimiento entre los 4 y 11 años para orientar el desarrollo facial y evitar problemas de mordida complejos en el futuro, más allá de la simple alineación dental.
Review identifies FOXA2 as master regulator linking pancreatic development to glucose control
A comprehensive review identifies FOXA2 as a central transcription factor controlling pancreatic development and glucose homeostasis across multiple metabolic tissues, with implications for diabetes treatment.
FDA's Clinical AI Rollback Leaves Hospitals Without Transparency Standards
The FDA's proposed HTI-5 rule would eliminate transparency requirements for clinical AI in electronic health records, removing the only federal model-card mandate despite 1,450+ authorized AI devices and hallucination rates of 8-20%.
Midlife heart health habits linked to 13 extra dementia-free years
NYU Langone study of 12,409 people shows maintaining normal blood pressure, avoiding diabetes and smoking from ages 48-68 associates with nearly 13 additional dementia-free years, though disparities exist across demographics.
Dual-function nanoparticles show promise in glioblastoma surgery and treatment
Researchers developed a nanozyme platform combining surgical imaging and phototherapy in one tool, showing 100% survival in mouse models of glioblastoma compared to 42 days with surgery alone.
India, Africa positioned as powerful force for global progress: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar emphasizes India-Africa partnership as essential for multipolar world order, highlighting shared values and development goals while announcing expanded diplomatic presence across the continent.
Queen's University secures $12.7M in competitive CIHR health research grants
Thirteen research teams at Queen's University secured $12.7 million from Canada's largest health research funder to advance cancer, heart disease, and other critical health conditions through translational research.
SFU researchers accelerate antiviral drug discovery with scalable synthesis method
Simon Fraser University chemists developed a method to create large libraries of antiviral compounds 10-100 times faster, potentially accelerating treatment discovery for viral outbreaks like COVID-19 and Ebola.
Walking football group offers vital support for Parkinson's patients and carers
A volunteer-led walking football group in Worcestershire provides therapeutic exercise and peer support for people with Parkinson's disease and neurological conditions, while offering respite for carers.
Tirzepatide cuts major cardiovascular events by 32% in type 2 diabetes patients
A large observational study finds tirzepatide reduces major cardiovascular events by 32% in type 2 diabetes patients with heart disease compared to sitagliptin, with one MACE case prevented per 70 patients treated.
Study finds 70-85% of atypical Alzheimer's patients ineligible for new treatments
A study finds 70-85% of atypical Alzheimer's patients don't qualify for newer anti-amyloid therapies, primarily due to cognitive screening test criteria that may not accurately reflect their functional abilities.
Landslide kills 2 in Benguet as storms affect 80,000+ across Luzon, Mindanao
Two people died in a landslide in Benguet as tropical cyclones Maymay and Luis bring heavy rains across Luzon and Mindanao, affecting over 80,000 people with widespread flooding.
FDA aprueba primera vacuna contra gripe de ARNm de Moderna, 27% más eficaz
La FDA aprobó mFlusiva de Moderna, la primera vacuna contra la gripe basada en ARNm para adultos mayores, demostrando 27% más eficacia que las vacunas tradicionales.
Malaysia faces growing drug mule recruitment as syndicates exploit vulnerable citizens
International drug syndicates are increasingly targeting Malaysians as disposable couriers, exploiting financial vulnerabilities across diverse demographics. Recent arrests spanning Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand suggest a coordinated trafficking pattern rather than isolated incidents.
Perez Hilton hospitalized after livestreaming self-harm on social media
Celebrity gossip journalist Perez Hilton was hospitalized in Miami after livestreaming acts of self-harm on TikTok. His family confirmed he is receiving medical care and able to communicate.
Air pollution, especially fine particles, linked to rheumatoid arthritis flares
A major South Korean study finds that prolonged exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) significantly increases rheumatoid arthritis flares and disease activity, suggesting air quality management could become part of RA treatment strategies.
FDA Approves Moderna's mRNA Flu Vaccine After Regulatory Reversal
The FDA approved Moderna's mFLUSIVA, the first mRNA-based seasonal flu vaccine, for adults 50+, marking a milestone despite earlier regulatory pushback and criticism from HHS leadership.
El microbioma del semen influye en abortos y éxito reproductivo, según estudio
Un estudio publicado en The Lancet revela que las bacterias en el semen afectan significativamente los embarazos, mostrando que el desequilibrio microbiano se relaciona con abortos espontáneos y menor éxito en tratamientos de fertilidad.
Baby seal death marks potential mainland bird flu escalation as cases surge
A baby seal found dead in Victoria marks potentially the first mainland Australian seal infected with H5 bird flu, escalating fears about spread to marine wildlife as cases mount across the country.
THC medication eliminates PTSD nightmares in over one-third of patients
A prescription THC medication significantly reduced trauma-related nightmares in PTSD patients, with over one-third reporting complete nightmare cessation after ten weeks in a clinical trial.
Menos de la mitad de adultos mexicanos consume frutas y verduras, revela ENSANUT
La ENSANUT 2023 revela que menos del 50% de adultos en México consume frutas y verduras, incrementando riesgo de enfermedades no transmisibles como diabetes e hipertensión.