Estonia is linking a super genome database to patient records. Is it safe? – POLITICO
At a time when trust in institutions — including in health care — is being eroded by mis- and…
US health policy dramatically reshaped under RFK Jr.
WASHINGTON (AP) — In the whirlwind first year of President Donald Trump’s second term, some of the most…
Australians to pay no more than $25 for prescription drugs as Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme co-payments slashed
The cost of medicines on Australia’s Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme will be capped at $25 per script from Thursday,…
Patients are consulting AI. Doctors should, too AI needs to be part of doctor training
Ask most physicians today, and they’ll describe some version of this scene: In the middle of an appointment,…
STAT staffers share stories they wish they had written in 2025
This year saw upheaval in all corners of health, science, and biotech. While our staff was covering all…
Health minister says Canada can’t rely on U.S. health institutions anymore – Winnipeg Free Press
OTTAWA – Canada is used to looking to the United States as a source of health and scientific…
Colon cancer rates are spiking among young people. Here’s why, and how to lower your risk
Dr. Bethany Malone has treated a lot of colorectal cancer patients. The youngest, not counting those with genetic…
Researchers develop mild mitochondrial uncouplers for obesity treatment
Researchers have developed experimental drugs that encourage the mitochondria in our cells to work a little harder and…
Data Holds the Key in Slowing Age-Related Illnesses
In 2026, we will see the beginning of precision medical forecasting. Just as there have been remarkable advances…
Did Nick Reiner’s Drug Use Mask Mental Health Problems?
Nick Reiner has been open about his addictions, even collaborating with his famous father Rob Weiner about drug…
Mitigating flu spread – The Joint Research Centre: EU Science Hub
Winter is upon us, bringing with it a surge of viruses, including the flu. According to the World Health…
Simple blood test maps hidden Alzheimer’s disease changes
A large community study shows that Alzheimer’s-related brain changes are far more widespread with age than symptoms alone…