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Pandemic era linked to record cardiovascular deaths and worsened heart attack survival
3 weeks ago
Pandemic era linked to record cardiovascular deaths and worsened heart attack survival
The surge in mortality was not solely due to the virus itself. Experts indicate that the impact on cardiovascular health…
Sanofi to transfer 20 mature medicines and three global manufacturing sites to Cheplapharm
3 weeks ago
Sanofi to transfer 20 mature medicines and three global manufacturing sites to Cheplapharm
Under the proposed arrangement, Sanofi will receive a 26.4% equity stake in Cheplapharm. The partnership expands upon a working relationship…
Congo initiates Ebola vaccination for front-line health workers in outbreak epicenter
3 weeks ago
Congo initiates Ebola vaccination for front-line health workers in outbreak epicenter
The initial rollout targets the Bunia and Mongbwalu zones in Ituri province, which authorities identified as among the areas hardest-hit…
Pennsylvania reports fifth measles death in outbreak worst in 35 years
3 weeks ago
Pennsylvania reports fifth measles death in outbreak worst in 35 years
A Historic Surge in Cases and Fatalities The death brings the total number of measles-related deaths in the current outbreak…
Congo politician killed after defending government’s Ebola response amid public distrust
3 weeks ago
Congo politician killed after defending government’s Ebola response amid public distrust
The victim spoke in support of the official Ebola response strategy, a stance that placed them in direct opposition to…
Retatrutide trial achieves 20% weight loss in type 2 diabetes patients
3 weeks ago
Retatrutide trial achieves 20% weight loss in type 2 diabetes patients
Retatrutide, developed by Eli Lilly, is a "triple agonist," a class of medication that interacts with three distinct hormone receptors…
Measles cases in Europe drop 75% in 2025, but endemic transmission spreads to 19 countries
3 weeks ago
Measles cases in Europe drop 75% in 2025, but endemic transmission spreads to 19 countries
While the annual case count has dropped, the fundamental conditions that fueled the recent resurgence remain unaddressed. The number of…
CDC updates national measles tally to two deaths, lagging behind Pennsylvania’s report of four
3 weeks ago
CDC updates national measles tally to two deaths, lagging behind Pennsylvania’s report of four
The divergence between federal and state data underscores the complexities of real-time disease surveillance during a rapidly evolving outbreak. While…
FDA recalls 13,567 bottles of blood pressure medication over dissolution failures
3 weeks ago
FDA recalls 13,567 bottles of blood pressure medication over dissolution failures
The recall was prompted by testing that revealed the tablets do not dissolve properly. In pharmaceutical manufacturing, dissolution testing is…
Studies Confirm Long COVID Persists in Adults and Children, Affecting Workforce and Pediatric Health
3 weeks ago
Studies Confirm Long COVID Persists in Adults and Children, Affecting Workforce and Pediatric Health
The study highlights specific demographic and clinical factors associated with greater odds of persistent symptoms. Older age was a significant…