Legionnaires’ Disease Has Made a Home in New York City. Here’s How.
New York has endured significant outbreaks in recent years. Some experts say officials should focus more on risks in plumbing systems, even ...
Prediction Market Betting on Drug Trials and Approvals Sparks Concern About Undermining Research
Prediction markets on Kalshi and Polymarket now let people wager money on drug approvals. Kalshi also plans to allow bets on clinical trial ...
Measles Cases Hit New Record in U.S., as Vaccination Rates Wane
More measles cases have been reported in the United States in the last two years than in all the years from 2000 through 2024 combined. fr...
There’s a Way to Prevent Ovarian Cancer. Few Know About It.
The vast majority of cases begin in the fallopian tubes — and removing them can reduce the risk by nearly 80 percent. from NYT > Health...
Should We Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent?
More light at the day’s end comes at a price: much later winter sunrises across much of the U.S. Scientists have documented consequences for...
1.6 Million Egg Cartons Are Recalled Over Salmonella Risk
The voluntary recall included eggs produced in Texas and sold under several brand names in six states, the Food and Drug Administration said...
F.D.A. Panel’s Vote on Peptides Raises Concerns About a Prescribing Boom
The committee endorsed broader use of the peptides in lightly regulated compounding pharmacies that have grown into a multibillion-dollar bu...
Can This New Enzyme Turn Back the Clock in Bodily Tissues?
In a recent study, scientists devised a way of reversing the buildup of compounds that lead to some age-related diseases. from NYT > He...
Health Care Agency Discontinues Dozens of Active Research Awards
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality slowed the awarding of new grants last year. Now it is stopping existing ones. from NYT ...
Key Republican Senator Says He Will Support Erica Schwartz for C.D.C. Director
Senator Bill Cassidy, who is believed to hold the deciding vote in the Senate health committee for Dr. Erica Schwartz’s confirmation, had de...
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