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Pandemic era linked to record cardiovascular deaths and worsened heart attack survival

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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…
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