A new study from a US Department of Veterans Affairs health system found that updated COVID-19 vaccines offer significant protection against cardiovascular disease, particularly for individuals over 75 and those with pre-existing conditions. The vaccines reduced the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) by 38%.
A new three-part series in The Lancet details the crisis of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH), the leading cause of maternal death, affecting 27 million women annually. Researchers propose solutions including early detection with a special drape and pit-crew-like training, showing a massive decrease in severe bleeding in trials across four African countries. The report highlights a significant survival gap between high-income and low-resource nations, emphasizing that preventing PPH is both life-saving and cost-effective.
Ituri province in eastern DRC is the epicenter of Congo's Ebola outbreak, with 782 confirmed cases and 181 deaths as of June 13. Community volunteers like Eliezer Kasongo raise awareness amid fear and resistance. Health workers face severe challenges, including lack of PPE and tracking contacts in conflict-ridden, impoverished regions.
Telehealth companies hired by employers to manage obesity drug costs are increasingly criticized for prioritizing cost-cutting over patient care. Patients report being forced to try less effective generic drugs or face denial of access to crucial medications like Zepbound and Wegovy, leading to frustration and weight regain.
Telehealth companies hired by employers to manage obesity drug costs are facing criticism for potentially limiting patient access to medications like Zepbound and Wegovy. Patients report being forced to try generic drugs first or facing hurdles that lead to out-of-pocket expenses, while doctors express concern over these companies offering medical advice outside their scope.
Nara Organics has recalled its organic baby formula sold nationwide in Target and online after three infants fell ill with botulism. The FDA and CDC are urging consumers to stop using the product immediately.
Drugmakers are exploring new obesity treatments beyond GLP-1s, including less frequent shots and pills with fewer side effects. Eli Lilly's experimental drug retatrutide showed significant weight loss, while competitors like Novo Nordisk, Structure Therapeutics, AstraZeneca, Pfizer, and Amgen are developing new oral and injectable options. The market is expected to grow significantly, with pricing and insurance coverage being key factors.
Federal health officials have recalled 913 cases of alfredo sauce distributed across the U.S. due to potential salmonella contamination from a dry milk powder ingredient. The supplier, The Coffee Connexion Co. Inc., voluntarily initiated the recall, designated as highest risk by the FDA.
A month-long delay in diagnosing the rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain in the DRC allowed the outbreak to grow significantly. Initial tests using GeneXpert machines were negative, and samples had to be sent to Kinshasa for confirmation. Improved diagnostic capacity with RADI-One machines is helping, but officials warn current testing is insufficient to track the projected spread.
The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) has issued its own maternal vaccination guidelines, recommending COVID-19 and influenza vaccines, which the CDC has dropped under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Thirteen other medical organizations have endorsed ACOG's recommendations, which aim to combat vaccine misinformation.
A study commissioned by the Biden administration on alcohol-related health harms was released independently after the Trump administration decided not to include its findings in new dietary guidelines, facing pushback from the alcohol industry and a congressional committee.
Extreme heat is the deadliest weather condition, impacting the body's natural cooling system. This report explains the science behind how heat affects vital systems and provides safety tips.
The USDA confirms five New World screwworm cases in Texas and New Mexico, threatening the cattle industry. Sterile fly programs and quarantines are in place, but concerns over effectiveness and speed of response arise.
Recent studies suggest GLP-1 obesity treatments may reduce cancer risk, showing correlation with decreased incidence in 6 out of 7 cancers, potentially through anti-inflammatory effects beyond weight loss.
The current Ebola outbreak in Africa, affecting the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, could surpass the 2014 West Africa outbreak in severity, with projections of over 20,000 cases and 4,000 deaths in the next three months if containment measures are insufficient.
Morgan Newman, a 24-year-old dental assistant, was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2015. After treatment, she faced unaddressed mental health challenges common among cancer survivors, including anxiety about recurrence and infertility. Nationally, over 18 million cancer survivors in 2025 are projected to grow to 22 million by 2035, with many experiencing long-term psychological impacts.
CEPI and Gavi are investing over $100 million to accelerate the development of a vaccine against the Bundibugyo Ebola species, which is spreading in DRC and Uganda. The approved Ervebo vaccine targets a different strain, and new candidates face challenges including clinical trials in conflict zones and community distrust.
The FDA's investigation into a botulism outbreak linked to ByHeart's infant formula, which sickened 48 infants across 17 states, failed to determine the source or root cause of contamination despite tracing the bacteria to ingredients. Three companies involved (ByHeart, Organic West, Dairy Farmers of America) deny responsibility.
A potential New World screwworm case has been reported in South Texas, marking a possible breach of the US-Mexico border. Samples are being tested by the USDA, while officials work to contain the threat to livestock.
