HealthБолее 6 миллионов сомалийцев сталкиваются с голодом на фоне климатических потрясений и конфликтов
Засуха, отсутствие дождей и конфликты приводят к голоду 6,5 миллионов сомалийцев; дети сталкиваются с острым риском недоедания....
HealthThe surprising health benefit that could be in your pint
Drinking the odd pint of beer can provide 'substantial levels' of an essential brain-boosting vitamin, according to new research....
Legislatures resist moves to constrain drug affordability boards
Legislators in Colorado and Virginia have resisted efforts to restrict Prescription Drug Affordability Boards....
Sanofi CEO Logs In Amid Research Priorities Shift
Sanofi's new CEO has arrived amidst a shift in research priorities, with a focus on gene therapy for deafness and ultra-cheap telehealth options raising concerns about patient care. The changes come as the company looks ...
STAT+: CMS, FDA team up to fast-track reimbursement for breakthrough devices
Federal regulators have announced a new Medicare coverage pathway for innovative medical devices deemed breakthroughs by the FDA. The program aims to speed up reimbursement for these technologies....
RFK Jr. Backs Off Some MAHA Issues
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has softened his stance on some issues related to the Medical Accountability and Healthcare Advocacy (MAHA) group. According to Stat News, he has backed off from criticizing some of MAHA's initiativ...
Asbestos toy warnings
UK authorities have issued warnings about asbestos in toys, citing health risks to children. The BBC Health department has reported on the issue....
Biobank: UK health data of 500,000 people for sale in China
The data of hundreds of thousands of UK participants in a health project was found to be up for sale on Alibaba. The BBC Health department has investigated the breach....
Vocal cord exercises to try at home
Chris and Xand van Tulleken demonstrate vocal cord exercises in a recent episode of What's Up Docs?. The exercises aim to improve vocal health....
AMA Calls for Regulatory Crackdown on Chatbots and Wellness AI
The American Medical Association (AMA) has called for stricter regulations on chatbots and wellness artificial intelligence (AI). Reuters reports that this is in response to concerns over the accuracy and safety of these...
Erasca Emerges as Potential Biotech Leader
Erasca has gained attention as a potential leading biotech company, with its innovative approach and promising pipeline. STAT News reports that the company's success is still uncertain, but it shows great promise....
Amnesty International paints grim picture for human rights
In its latest report, Amnesty International has criticized the global order and called out the “predatory behavior of the powerful”. According to Deutsche Welle, the watchdog is calling for action to defend human rights....
Italian Magazine Cover Sparks Diplomatic Backlash
An Italian magazine cover showing an armed Israeli settler grinning at a Palestinian woman has sparked backlash from Israel. The image was widely criticized for its perceived insensitivity and provocation....
Pope's Visit to Equatorial Guinea Raises Concerns
The Pope's upcoming visit to Equatorial Guinea has raised concerns that his moral authority will be used to legitimize the authoritarian regime. Human rights lawyer Tutu Alicante warns that the visit may have unintended ...
Publicly, Kennedy embraces a more moderate MAHA stance
Health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. seemed to have changed his tune on vaccines in Senate hearings, noting funding for new vaccine development....
Mexico Considers Sanctions on Chihuahua State
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is considering sanctions against the government of Chihuahua after CIA agents were killed in a drug lab raid. The move comes as a response to the state's alleged failure to obtain fede...
I'm on six different NHS waiting lists - it's taking over my life
Amy-Jane Davies is one of 713,048 people in Wales waiting for any type of NHS treatment....
Federal test of AI prior authorization delays care for seniors
Washington state hospitals report patients waiting two to four times longer for procedures subject to prior authorization under a new Medicare program....
Former tobacco executive joins CDC senior leadership, raising concerns
Stephen Sayle, a former tobacco industry executive, has been appointed to senior leadership at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention....
STAT+: At AACR, talk of Chinese biotech, oncology’s comms issue, and more
The American Association of Cancer Researchers' annual meeting saw discussions on various topics including Chinese biotech and communication issues in oncology. While the article primarily focuses on these topics, it doe...