Brian Kelly

Brian Kelly writes about health, medicine, healthcare systems, and public-health developments. He follows new research, treatment developments, health policy, and major disease-related stories while paying close attention to the quality and limitations of available evidence. Brian's reporting aims to provide clear information and useful context without turning preliminary research or isolated findings into definitive conclusions.
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Congo Ebola Outbreak Exceeds 11,000 Cases, Highlighting Severe Public Health Crisis

In the context of international infectious disease management, an outbreak of this magnitude signals a profound strain on local and…

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FDA Issues Warning on Rare Vision Loss Risk Linked to GLP-1 Medications

The FDA’s communication identifies a specific, rare ocular complication associated with the use of GLP-1 receptor agonists. While the precise…

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FDA mandates rare vision-loss warning for all GLP-1 weight loss and diabetes drugs

The decision requires manufacturers of approximately a dozen injectable or pill-based drugs—including blockbuster brands like Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, and Mounjaro—to…

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Germany reports sharp surge in measles cases, with 614 infections recorded in 2024

Measles is a highly contagious airborne disease characterized by high fevers and a distinct rash. While it is often associated…

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New SARS-CoV-2 Variants Spread Globally, but Evidence Does Not Yet Show Increased Severity

The Rise of PJ.2.1 and BA.3.2 The variant currently attracting the most recent attention is PJ.2.1, first detected in Ontario,…

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2026-2027 COVID-19 Vaccines Available in U.S.; Experts Outline Symptoms and Risk Factors

COVID-19 is caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), which spread globally starting in late 2019. The…

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Romania’s Measles Surge Offers a Cautionary Tale for High-Income Nations

The medical significance of these cases extends well beyond the acute phase of infection. As expert Schwalbe notes, "Just because…

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US measles cases hit 35-year high as vaccination rates decline

The surge in cases coincides with a measurable decline in immunization levels among school-aged children. Vaccination coverage among US kindergarteners…

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NIH Study Links Legacy PFAS Chemicals to Increased Risk of Aggressive Breast Cancer Subtype

PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a large group of synthetic chemicals widely used in consumer products due to…

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British doctor evacuated to London after contracting Ebola in DRC

The evacuation marks a critical step in the management of the patient's condition, transferring them from the site of infection…

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