STAT+: Cytokinetics sells Royalty Pharma a share of its heart drug for up to $575 million, lowering hopes of a buyout
Cytokinetics, a drugmaker that is expected to soon launch a promising new heart therapy called…
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STAT+: Cue Health, Covid-19 testing company, is shutting down
In an abrupt change of course from plans earlier in the month, at-home test maker…
STAT+: FDA poised to publish guidelines for clinical trial diversity
The Food and Drug Administration is poised to tell drug and medical device makers how…
‘Critical gaps’ in understanding climate change fuel tropical disease spread
A comprehensive review by the UN health agency has revealed critical gaps in understanding the…
Michigan reports a human case of H5N1 bird flu, the nation’s second linked to outbreak in dairy cows
A second human case of H5N1 bird flu infection linked to the current outbreak in…
Exploring diversity in cell division
Animals and fungi predominantly use two different modes of cell division — called open and…
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Australian study proves ‘humans are planet’s most frightening predator’
A new study demonstrates that kangaroos, wallabies and other Australian marsupials fear humans far more…
STAT+: New antiviral works against coronaviruses in mice, but human testing will have to wait
During the Covid-19 pandemic, vaccines were the main line of defense. Startlingly effective shots quickly…
Chelsea Flower Show’s healing gardens
bmj;385/may22_14/q1135/FAF1faMark ThomasThe World Child Cancer’s Nurturing Garden was one of several gardens at this year’s…
UnitedHealth argues algorithm lawsuit should be dismissed because patients didn’t spend years appealing denials
UnitedHealth Group should be released from a lawsuit that alleges its algorithm-based technology prematurely cut…
STAT+: Eyeing GLP-1 opportunity, Click buys assets of Better Therapeutics
Digital therapeutics company Click Therapeutics announced Wednesday it will acquire the assets of Better Therapeutics,…
Media attention can impede positive predictive value of clinical diagnosis of low prevalence disease
Smout and colleagues say that during periods of high prevalence of pertussis the positive predictive…
Sunak’s plans to reform the fit note system are flawed and short sighted
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s plans to reform the fit note system are disappointing.1 Their focus…
Major rise in STIs undermining global health targets, WHO warns
Rising numbers of cases of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and a slowdown in the decline…
Maryland takes first steps to cap drug costs
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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re watching a ban compounded versions of GLP-1s, a Biogen acquisition, and more
Good morning from San Diego. This is Jonathan Wosen, West Coast biotech and life sciences…
Physician associates must have a named senior doctor supervising them at all times, says BMA
Medical associate professionals (MAPs), including physician associates, must have an immediately available, named supervisor in…
STAT+: Biogen joins immunology wave with $1.15 billion acquisition
Biogen is joining the industry’s fervor over immune and inflammatory disease drug development with a…
As a doctor with pregnancy associated osteoporosis, I know that the NHS can do better for women with this condition
Pregnancy associated osteoporosis (PAO) is rare and comes with various challenges around diagnosis and management….
Pregnancy associated osteoporosis: NHS is “failing women” with rare but serious condition
Women with pregnancy associated osteoporosis (PAO)—a rare condition that causes spine fractures, height loss, and…
Forgiving medical student loan debt could help protect the future of a diverse NHS workforce
In a bid to improve the supply of clinical staff to the NHS, last autumn…
David Oliver: NHS England’s proposals to aid ȷunior doctor retention are basic good practice presented as radical ideas
On 25 April, with the pay restoration dispute between the BMA’s Junior Doctors Committee and…
Deep and fascinating insights into whistleblowing
Why do people become whistleblowers? Why do most people not become whistleblowers? What becomes of…
Listen: A conversation with researcher Kevin Esvelt on the urgency of improving biosecurity measures
If you ask a chatbot how to cause a pandemic, it will suggest the 1918…
When should we start making H5N1 vaccine, and who will make that decision? In short, it’s complicated
If the H5N1 bird flu virus ever acquires the ability to transmit easily to and…
Off-label treatment for alcohol use disorder is linked to slower liver decline, study suggests
WASHINGTON — There are three FDA-approved drugs for treating alcohol use disorder. But a different…
Opinion: Digital health: a case of mistaken identity
History and literature are replete with cautionary tales on the dangers of pretending to be…
Opinion: What clinical real-world data can deliver
Thanks to new regulatory frameworks like the Food and Drug Administration’s Breakthrough Therapy designation, drugs…
Violence against health staff in conflict zones reached record high in 2023
More than 2500 incidents of violence against healthcare staff or obstruction of healthcare were reported…
Can oil producers wean themselves off polluting fossil fuels?
The vast majority of small island developing States (SIDS) are heavily dependent on polluting, and…
Parents benefit from virtual group prenatal care, study suggests – Kaiser Permanente
Parents benefit from virtual group prenatal care, study suggests Kaiser Permanente Read Original Article: Parents benefit…
Prenatal Clinic set to celebrate 30th “You’re The Tops” banquet in November – KBTX
Prenatal Clinic set to celebrate 30th “You’re The Tops” banquet in November KBTX Read Original Article:…
New York State lawmakers OK measure requiring insurance coverage of prenatal vitamins – Newsday
New York State lawmakers OK measure requiring insurance coverage of prenatal vitamins Newsday Read Original Article:…
KSBW sports director Drea Blackwell announces pregnancy – KSBW Monterey
KSBW sports director Drea Blackwell announces pregnancy KSBW Monterey Read Original Article: KSBW sports director Drea…
A near-death experience, pregnancy loss has a mother educating women about preeclampsia – KSAT San Antonio
A near-death experience, pregnancy loss has a mother educating women about preeclampsia KSAT San Antonio Read…
Samantha Salway’s run through cancer, pregnancy, an inspiration – USA TODAY
Samantha Salway’s run through cancer, pregnancy, an inspiration USA TODAY Read Original Article: Samantha Salway’s run…
Ashley Iaconetti Admits She’s a ‘Little Nervous’ About Baby No. 2 (Exclusive) – PEOPLE
Ashley Iaconetti Admits She’s a ‘Little Nervous’ About Baby No. 2 (Exclusive) PEOPLE Read Original Article:…
Drunk, pregnant Michigan mom of 4 smashes into 16 pedestrians, killing 2: police – Fox News
Drunk, pregnant Michigan mom of 4 smashes into 16 pedestrians, killing 2: police Fox News Read…
Louisiana House passes bill to make abortion pills a controlled dangerous substance – NBC News
Louisiana House passes bill to make abortion pills a controlled dangerous substance NBC News Read Original…
Confusion over how pregnancy dates are measured is widespread – and makes for uninformed debate over abortion … – The Conversation
Confusion over how pregnancy dates are measured is widespread – and makes for uninformed debate…
Louisiana House Passes Bill Criminalizing Pregnancy Care Pills – Rolling Stone
Louisiana House Passes Bill Criminalizing Pregnancy Care Pills Rolling Stone Read Original Article: Louisiana House Passes…
Is Jennifer Lopez pregnant? JLo ‘wanted baby’ with Ben Affleck amid divorce rumors – Marca English
Is Jennifer Lopez pregnant? JLo ‘wanted baby’ with Ben Affleck amid divorce rumors Marca English Read…
Did Charlotte the pregnant stingray give birth? Latest from Team ECCO – Citizen Times
Did Charlotte the pregnant stingray give birth? Latest from Team ECCO Citizen Times Read Original Article:…
Florida to launch pregnancy and parenting resource website – NBC Miami
Florida to launch pregnancy and parenting resource website NBC Miami Read Original Article: Florida to launch…
Governor DeSantis approves Florida’s pregnancy, parenting website – FOX 13 Tampa
Governor DeSantis approves Florida’s pregnancy, parenting website FOX 13 Tampa Read Original Article: Governor DeSantis approves…
News in Brief 21 May 2024
Gaza: UN health agency’s Tedros calls for end to siege of Al-Awda hospital Ukraine: 16,000 uprooted…
New tool may help prioritize high-risk infants for RSV immunization
On the heels of a shortage of nirsevimab for infant respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) lower…
Alaska’s rusting waters: Pristine rivers and streams turning orange
Dozens of Alaska’s rivers and streams are turning orange. The staining could be the result…
Scientists create tailored drug for aggressive breast cancer
Scientists have used breast cancer cells’ weakness against themselves by linking a tumor-selective antibody with…
Fentanyl DrugFacts
Source: National Institute on Drug AbuseRelated MedlinePlus Pages: Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) Read…