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.
The CDC is formally concluding its hantavirus response nearly two months after an outbreak on cruise ship MV Hondius killed three people, with all affected U.S. passengers completing monitoring.
A Hypera Pharma recebeu aprovação regulatória para o Semavy, segunda caneta injetável de semaglutida fabricada no Brasil. O medicamento aguarda registro sanitário da Anvisa e deve competir no mercado de R$ 5 bilhões anuais.
FDA's 2026 guidance on wellness devices reshapes how wearable data flows to doctors, enabling preventive healthcare platforms powered by AI while raising unaddressed regulatory implications.
An Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has confirmed 1,118 cases, with origins traced to a gold-mining town. The Bundibugyo virus strain threatens nearly 3 million children and adolescents in the region.
Research indicates younger adults are experiencing accelerated biological aging compared to previous generations, correlating with a global rise in early-onset cancers among people under 50.
A third suspected H5 bird flu case has been confirmed in Western Australia's South West, prompting Papua New Guinea to suspend all Australian poultry imports despite Australia retaining official disease-free status.
Papua New Guinea has suspended imports of Australian chicken and eggs following H5N1 bird flu detection in Western Australian seabirds, threatening a major export market despite Australia retaining official disease-free status.
New Zealand's Prostate Cancer Foundation cautions men against relying on home PSA testing kits, warning they lack clinical context and can cause false reassurance or unnecessary anxiety without professional medical guidance.
Researchers warn that prescribing antibiotics as preventive 'just in case' measures is fueling antimicrobial resistance by exposing healthy populations unnecessarily, undermining long-term drug effectiveness.
A major study reveals young New Zealanders wait months or over a year for bowel cancer diagnosis, with half reaching advanced stages before treatment begins, highlighting systemic gaps in early detection and age-appropriate care.
Korean study finds starting diabetes medication within 12 months of diagnosis reduces five-year mortality, though cardiovascular benefits remain statistically unproven.
Leah Stewart, 35, has emerged from a coma following a great white shark attack at Coogee Beach that resulted in arm amputation. Her first words upon waking were expressions of love for family and concern for her daughter.
US cancer mortality has declined 35% since 1991, yet significant racial and socioeconomic disparities in cancer burden and outcomes remain, according to a new AACR report.
El índice de empresas logísticas cotizadas alcanza sus máximos en cuatro años, superando los niveles de 2024 y 2025 a pesar de la guerra en Irán y la crisis de Ormuz que afectaron los mercados en marzo.
Australia's National Lung Cancer Screening Program has screened over 90,000 patients in 10 months. GPs receive practical guidance on eligibility criteria, proper forms, and ongoing patient management to maximize early detection benefits.
El Hospital de Calama presentó su cuenta pública 2025 destacando la disminución significativa de listas de espera quirúrgica en 90 días e inauguración de Unidad de Oncología Ambulatoria con inversión de 390 millones de pesos.
Guía médica sobre traumatismos craneales en niños y adultos, con señales de alarma que requieren atención urgente y factores de riesgo según edad y medicación.
WHO calls for global expansion of newborn screening programs to detect and treat birth defects early, noting 8 million babies born annually with defects and significant disparities in screening access between wealthy and low-income nations.
Beloved soap actress Marcy Walker, 64, is navigating a serious undisclosed health issue and has launched a GoFundMe for medical and living expenses. Co-star A Martinez organized a paid livestream reunion event with proceeds supporting Walker's healthcare costs.
A large US study found that taking five-minute walking breaks every hour significantly boosts mood, reduces fatigue, and counteracts the health harms of prolonged sitting without affecting work performance.
Researchers found melatonin enhances skin flap survival in reconstructive surgery by suppressing ferroptosis, a cell death process triggered by iron accumulation. Studies in mice and macaques showed improved blood flow and tissue viability with no adverse effects.
Researchers propose using magnetic and ultrasound-powered micro/nanorobots to treat blood clots in small vessels where current catheters fail, combining tethered and untethered approaches for safer, more complete recanalization.
German cancer registries document a modest rise in colorectal cancer cases among adults aged 20-39 over two decades, though rates remain significantly lower than in the U.S. and experts don't yet recommend lowering screening age thresholds.
Mayo Clinic researchers have revealed the molecular structure of protein kinase C beta (PKCβ), a protein linked to cancer and neurological diseases, opening new avenues for precision drug development after nearly four decades of investigation.
