U.S. health advisors voted to end the universal Hep B shot for newborns whose mothers test negative, replacing it with optional, delayed vaccination — a major shift after 30+ years.
The FDA announced it will now generally accept a single clinical trial (instead of two) for many new drug and medical-product approvals, aiming to speed development and expand access, though some experts warn this may weaken safeguards on safety and effectiveness.
France confirms two MERS-CoV cases in returning travellers from the Arabian Peninsula; patients are stable, contacts traced, no secondary transmission so far.
FDA warns certain FreeStyle Libre 3 and Libre 3 Plus glucose monitors may give inaccurate low readings, linked to at least seven deaths and hundreds of injuries — users urged to stop use.
The FDA has appointed new leaders to key roles within CDER, strengthening oversight and preparing the agency for advancing therapeutic and regulatory challenges.
CDC vaccine advisers are reassessing long-used childhood vaccines — including whether to delay the birth-dose of hepatitis B — raising fresh debate over timing, safety and trust in long-standing immunization policies.
The WHO has approved weight-loss injections for adults with obesity, marking a major shift in global treatment standards and acknowledging new evidence-based therapies.
A new U.S.-UK drug pricing deal seeks to lower costs for American patients by having the UK pay more for medicines, reducing the U.S. subsidy of global pharma. It also aims to boost U.S. drug production and speed UK access to new treatments
Dave Coulier — declared cancer-free earlier in 2025 after beating non-Hodgkin lymphoma — now faces a new diagnosis of p16 carcinoma of the tongue. He’s undergoing radiation; prognosis is optimistic.
A new study reveals that infrequent bowel movements — or stool lingering too long in the gut — can shift the microbiome, raise toxin levels, and increase risk of digestive or systemic health issues.
A Florida mom prepared for another large newborn after growth scans and prior big babies — but her daughter arrived at just 5 lbs 7 oz, stunning everyone. Now the little one thrives.
A new large-scale study finds that older adults vaccinated against shingles were about 20% less likely to develop dementia and saw lower dementia-related mortality — hinting the shingles vaccine may slow cognitive decline.
The WHO warns that “breakthrough” obesity drugs such as GLP-1 therapies could help many — but global shortages, high costs, and limited production mean fewer than 1 in 10 who need them may actually access them.
A new study finds that children who own smartphones by age 12 face significantly higher risks of depression, poor sleep, and obesity — raising urgent questions about when kids should first get phones.
A new study shows many people hit a health “tipping point” around age 75 — when the body’s ability to repair declines, making frailty more likely and recovery harder.
WHO issues first global guidelines recommending long-term GLP-1 therapies for adults with obesity, emphasizing use alongside healthy lifestyle support and equitable access.
Measles, long curbed by vaccines and herd immunity, surged globally in 2024–2025 — with 11 million infections worldwide and a record-high in the U.S. Falling vaccination rates are fueling outbreaks across continents.
A new study finds emergency-room visits for chronic cannabis-related vomiting (CHS, aka “scromiting”) have surged in recent years — often following heavy, long-term use — underscoring serious risks associated with cannabis use.
A global review identifies two new modifiable dementia risk factors — high LDL (“bad”) cholesterol in midlife and untreated vision loss in later life — suggesting up to ~45 % of cases might be delayed or prevented.
A new study finds that Soybean oil — the most widely used cooking oil in the U.S. — can trigger metabolic changes leading to obesity in mice, raising fresh questions about modern dietary fats and public health.
A reflective look at how the FDA evaluates updates to vaccine approval processes, balancing scientific evidence, safety, and public transparency.
Kim Kardashian shared a brain scan showing what appeared to be “holes,” sparking widespread public discussion about stress, wellness imaging, and health awareness.
Key vaccines — notably against HPV and Hepatitis B — can prevent infections that lead to cancers, while other vaccinations protect against illnesses that may turn into chronic disease, safeguarding long-term health.
An internal FDA memo — disclosed in a New York Times report — links at least ten children’s deaths to COVID-19 vaccinations, citing myocarditis as a possible cause. Key details remain undisclosed, and public-health experts warn the evidence has not undergone peer-review. The report has prompted renewed calls for transparency and rigorous study.