Research on zebrafish nerve regeneration offers new clues into chronic pain mechanisms, potentially guiding future treatments for persistent neuropathic conditions.
A new study finds IGF accelerates lymphatic vessel growth in experimental models, suggesting a possible future therapy for lymphedema pending further clinical research.
Officials in New Jersey are investigating clusters of dead and dying geese across parks, with bird flu suspected; the public is urged to avoid contact as monitoring continues.
New GLP-1 weight-loss medications show strong results but spark concerns about side effects, long-term safety, nutritional impacts, and unregulated use, reminding users of complexity beyond quick fixes.
State public-option health plans in Colorado, Washington, and Nevada are expanding but struggle to narrow coverage gaps as federal insurance subsidies expire and marketplace costs rise.
Residents of Hainesport Township are forced to dispose of dead birds amid a suspected outbreak, creating emotional and public health challenges. Uncertainty lingers as authorities investigate.
A new study shows that tiny network patterns, or motifs, can drive large-scale responses in complex systems, influencing cascades from power grids to disease outbreaks.
A large Danish study found that menopausal hormone therapy was not linked to increased mortality and may even lower death risk in specific surgical subgroups.
A new study finds the tropical chikungunya virus, spread by Aedes mosquitoes, can now be transmitted across much of Europe due to warmer temperatures and expanding mosquito ranges.
A new study finds that COVID-19 booster shots significantly reduce the risk of death, especially among older adults and high-risk groups, reinforcing the value of updated vaccination.
Research shows COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy was associated with a reduced risk of preeclampsia, adding to evidence that maternal vaccination protects both mother and baby.
Bolivia has reported three deaths from Chikungunya fever and declared a red alert, intensifying mosquito control and public health measures to contain rising infections.
Advances in screening and targeted therapies have increased 10-year survival for certain metastatic breast cancer patients from about 20% to nearly 60%, marking significant progress in long-term care.
CEPI is seeking $2.5 billion to strengthen epidemic preparedness, supporting vaccine innovation and addressing emerging risks, including those linked to artificial intelligence.
The UK government is offering £20 million in grants to innovators developing new solutions for drug and alcohol addiction, aiming to improve prevention, treatment, and recovery outcomes nationwide.
A new federal funding opportunity supports innovative contracts in drug and alcohol addiction healthcare, aiming to expand access, improve outcomes, and strengthen recovery systems nationwide.
The World Health Organization has validated Libya’s elimination of trachoma as a public health problem, marking progress in reducing preventable blindness through sustained national health efforts.
The World Health Organization has declared Libya has eliminated trachoma as a public health problem, marking a significant milestone in reducing preventable blindness through sustained health efforts and surveillance.
Dozens of dead Canada geese found at parks in South Jersey — with up to 1,100 sick or dead birds reported statewide — have prompted an investigation into a suspected bird flu outbreak, especially around Pitman and Gloucester County. Officials say human risk remains low.
Johnson & Johnson announced a more than $1 billion investment to build a next‑generation cell therapy manufacturing facility in Lower Gwynedd Township, Pennsylvania, creating thousands of construction jobs and hundreds of biomanufacturing roles while expanding U.S. production of advanced medicines.
The viral fibermaxxing trend encourages people to boost fiber intake for gut, metabolic and long‑term health, but experts say it’s best approached gradually and within balanced guidelines to avoid digestive discomfort and nutrient imbalances.
An Eastern Washington hospital faces financial and operational strain as Idaho patients seek care under the state’s income-based charity care policy.
China’s GLP‑1 drug development is accelerating, but a recent FDA rejection highlights complex challenges in global regulation and innovation in weight‑loss and metabolic therapies.
New research suggests long‑term air pollution exposure is linked with higher Alzheimer’s risk, prompting deeper examination of how tiny particles affect aging brains.