Positive study results of an mRNA skin cancer vaccine from Moderna in combination with Merck are driving up share prices. The therapy showed a significant reduction in relapses in melanoma patients.
The US pharmaceutical companies Merck and Moderna report positive results from the final study phase for an mRNA-based vaccine against black skin cancer. In combination with pembrolizumab, the aim is to prevent the recurrence of melanoma.
According to the Robert Koch Institute, the number of heat-related deaths in Germany rose to at least 14,000 by August 9th. This means that the previous high from 2018 was exceeded in the first seven months.
The Federal Joint Committee is introducing the U10 as a new preventive examination for nine to ten year olds. It is intended to address psychosocial problems, learning disorders and media consumption at an early stage and will be covered by health insurance companies in the future.
Moderna and Merck & Co. report research success on an mRNA-based therapeutic vaccine against skin cancer. The results could advance cancer therapy, but are in tension with the US government's skeptical attitude towards mRNA.
Rising temperatures and heat waves are putting a lot of strain on emergency services and emergency rooms in Germany. Thousands of heat deaths and avoidable emergencies are sparking a political debate about financing and changing the constitution.
The WHO chief warns of a rapid spread of the Ebola outbreak in Congo. Experts fear that the epidemic could reach the proportions of the West African crisis of 2014, made more difficult by armed conflict, a lack of diagnostics and social fears.
A meta-analysis of 74 studies with 4.2 million participants shows: leisure exercise reduces the risk of dementia by 24 percent, while physically demanding work can increase it by 20 percent. Experts suspect stress and working conditions as the causes.
French authorities warn that tens of thousands of defective condoms have been sold. This affects online sales without a CE mark as well as products found in stores that are at risk of tearing or have holes.
A successful study shows that Moderna's personalized mRNA vaccine in combination with Keytruda reduces the recurrence of melanoma. The success is considered a milestone for mRNA oncology and caused the share prices of the companies involved to rise.
Moderna and MSD report positive results from a phase III study for a personalized mRNA vaccine against melanoma skin cancer. In combination with Keytruda, the tumor-tailored vaccine is intended to reduce the risk of relapse in patients.
The Medical Service recorded around 3,100 confirmed treatment errors in Germany in 2024, including 97 cases that resulted in death. Experts are calling for a systematic error culture, sanction-free reporting systems and more transparency through a central register.
The Federal Medical Service is reporting around 11,700 reports of suspected treatment errors in 2025, of which 2,700 damages were confirmed as the cause. In view of the high number of unreported cases and 97 deaths, experts are calling for a mandatory reporting system.
Shopping addiction is not recognized as a disease in its own right, but is considered an impulse control disorder. Those affected use shopping to regulate their mood, which can lead to loss of control, financial distress and psychological problems.
In Greece, the number of West Nile virus infections has risen to 157 since the beginning of the year and 13 people have died. The WHO and health authorities strongly recommend mosquito repellent.
The Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo is the deadliest in the country's history, with 2,325 deaths. The WHO warns of an unprecedented spread of the Bundibugyo-type pathogen, for which there is currently no specific vaccine.
After around 1,710 heat deaths in Hesse alone by August, a comment called for quick action on heat protection for vulnerable groups. Instead of symbolic basic law debates in Berlin, concrete measures are needed in daycare centers, schools, clinics and homes.
According to an RKI study, almost 40 percent of people in Germany sleep less than seven hours during the week. Men between the ages of 45 and 64 are particularly affected. Lack of sleep poses health risks.
In view of the threat of tightening of the access rules for nursing degrees, the social association VdK advises that initial applications be submitted this year. Existing levels of care should only be upgraded after careful consideration.
In the USA, vaccination rates for preschool children are falling slightly, while the number of exemptions is increasing. At the same time, the country is recording its highest number of measles cases in 35 years, which has experts concerned about declining herd immunity.
Reinhard Berner, chairman of STIKO, warns of the uncertainty caused by Trump's vaccine skepticism. He emphasizes the need for timely vaccinations in Germany and criticizes the distribution of combination preparations as scientifically unfounded.
In Dinslaken, the Alfred Delp House shows how care facilities implement heat protection. While residents like Heidemarie Pavsek benefit from air conditioning, such systems are missing in many German social facilities, which is worrying given the thousands of deaths from the heat.
Germany is increasing its aid in the fight against the Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo by eleven million euros. Development Minister Reem Alabali Radovan described the situation as dramatic.
