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WHO study lists top endemic pathogens for which new vaccines are urgently needed
The study reconfirms longstanding priorities for vaccine research and development (R&D), including for HIV, malaria, and tuberculosis – three diseases that collectively take nearly 2.
Read More10 years of the long read: Hand dryers v paper towels: the surprisingly dirty fight for the right to dry your hands (2019) – podcast
As the Long Read turns 10 we are raiding the archives to bring you a favourite piece from each year since 2014, with new introductions from the authors.
Read MoreEarly morning and evening activity could ‘reduce bowel cancer risk by 11%’
Research suggests time when physical activity taken is crucial, opening way to targeted prevention strategiesBeing more active in the morning and evening may reduce the risk of bowel cancer by 11%, ac
Read MoreFlorida abortion rights vote fails
Florida is a rare setback for the abortion rights movement since Roe was overturned.
Read MoreDisease drivers in aortic stenosis vs atherosclerosis
Aortic stenosis (AS) due to fibrosis and calcification of the aortic valve is a hazardous component of cardiovascular disease burden—after developing symptomatic AS, patients survive for an average
Read MoreGenetic Risk Profile in Aortic Stenosis Compared With Coronary Artery Disease
This genomewide association study examined specific genetic variants, pathways, and tissues associated with aortic stenosis independent of coronary artery disease in a meta-analysis of participants fr
Read MoreSTAT+: Pharmacies sue GoodRx and PBMs over ‘illegal’ reimbursement fees
Three independent pharmacies have filed lawsuits accusing GoodRx, which markets a prescription drug discount card, of conspiring with PBMs to fix reimbursement fees.
Read MoreSTAT+: Supreme Court justices appear split on case over $9 billion hospital payment program
The payments are designed to compensate hospitals for treating low-income patients.
Read MoreDo GLP-1 Agonists Really Need to Be Stopped Before Endoscopy?
(MedPage Today) -- Continuing GLP-1 receptor agonist medications when undergoing an endoscopic procedure appeared safe in a meta-analysis.
Read MoreFrom AI to Musk’s Brain Chip, the F.D.A.’s Device Unit Faces Rapid Change
The new director overseeing medical devices will confront criticisms about hasty approvals as she ushers in revolutionary technology.
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