Scientists further our understanding of how a foodborne bacterium can survive in food preparation environments
Scientists have discovered that bacterial populations remain stable on factory floor despite cleaning efforts in…
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A simple way to harvest more ‘blue energy’ from waves
As any surfer will tell you, waves pack a powerful punch. Now, we are one…
New step in tectonic squeeze that turns seafloor into mountains
Researchers describe zircons from the Andes mountains of Patagonia. Although the zircons formed when tectonic…
First results from BREAD experiment demonstrate a new approach to searching for dark matter
One of the great mysteries of modern science is dark matter. We know dark matter…
Chicks show vision and touch linked at birth
Study reveals that newly hatched chicks can instantly recognize objects with their vision, even if…
Covid cut life expectancy by 1.6 years globally, but the leading causes of death haven’t changed since 1990
The leading causes of death haven’t changed since 1990 — with one glaring, pandemic-sized exception. …
‘Shocking’ increase in children denied aid in conflicts
All warring parties must allow safe, swift and unfettered humanitarian access and protect civilian infrastructure,…
Florida accounts for 8% of U.S. abortions. Where will patients go?
Abortion access organizations say they are confronting an imminent crisis with Florida’s forthcoming six-week ban…
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Parkinson’s disease may be helped by GLP-1 drug, new study finds
The booming class of GLP-1 drugs that includes Ozempic and Wegovy is not only effective…
STAT+: Mass. senators assail Steward Health Care during hearing on firm’s struggling hospitals
Senators Ed Markey and Elizabeth Warren on Wednesday slammed Steward Health Care and its embattled…
GPs on the brink of industrial action: why they’re taking a stand
It was a resounding “no” in a referendum organised by the BMA, as 99% of…
STAT+: Early data from rare-disease trial put spotlight on Moderna’s efforts to turn mRNA into medicines
LONDON — Moderna may be best known for its Covid-19 vaccine, but since its start,…
STAT+: FDA approves TriClip for tricuspid heart valve disease, pitting Abbott against Edwards
The Food and Drug Administration approved a new device from Abbott meant to treat tricuspid…
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Last chance to record archaic Greek language ‘heading for extinction’
A new data crowdsourcing platform aims to preserve the sound of Romeyka, an endangered millennia-old…
New data on liquid biopsy for colorectal cancer detection still underwhelms
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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a White House drug-shortage plan, a Genmab deal, and more
Good morning, everyone, and welcome to the middle of the week. Congratulations on making it…
Increasing positive affect in adolescence could lead to improved health and well-being in adulthood
Adolescents with high positive affect may have improved physical and mental health as adults, according…
STAT+: Investors funnel $275 million into Paragon Therapeutics spinout
Investors have funneled $275 million into a revamped biotech developing new psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis…
A new estimate of U.S. soil organic carbon to improve Earth system models
Emory environmentals scientist combined field-level data with machine-learning techniques to estimate soil organic carbon at…
Scientists’ urgent call: End destruction and forge a just, sustainable future
An international team of scientists published a study emphasizing the urgent need to align political…
Even moderate alcohol usage during pregnancy linked to birth abnormalities
Researchers have found that even low to moderate alcohol use by pregnant patients may contribute…
NHS hospital capacity during covid-19: overstretched staff, space, systems, and stuff
During the UK’s covid-19 inquiry we have heard that “there was an inbuilt reluctance to…
Strengthening Latin America’s presence in global health
In recent decades, Latin America has made important contributions to global health. Although substantial economic…
STAT+: As AI proliferates, biopharma companies seek to harness it in clinical trials
For around 20 years, Avi Veidman spent his days in the Israeli intelligence community, analyzing…
Opinion: Medicare coverage of weight loss drugs could save the U.S. billions of dollars
The latest weight loss drugs are good. Really good. They can save lives and could…
What we know about H5N1 bird flu in cows — and the risk to humans
The discovery of H5N1 bird flu in U.S. cattle — and the news that at…
Opinion: I saw the promise of diversity efforts in health care. A moment later I saw its critical gaps
Health care was once moderately immune to the anti-diversity, anti-equity, and anti-inclusion craze. Not anymore….
STAT+: Genmab to buy ProfoundBio for $1.8 billion, the latest deal focused on targeted chemotherapies
LONDON — The Danish firm Genmab said Wednesday it would acquire ProfoundBio for $1.8 billion…
Prenatal and postnatal neuroimmune interactions in neurodevelopmental disorders – Nature.com
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Enhancing newborn genetic screening via prenatal carrier screening – Medical Xpress
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Kylie Jenner Not Pregnant With Chalamet Baby Despite Daniel Tosh Claims – Us Weekly
Kylie Jenner Not Pregnant With Chalamet Baby Despite Daniel Tosh Claims Us Weekly Kylie Jenner Pregnancy…
Francesca Farago, Jesse Sullivan Discuss Pregnancy News (Exclusive) – PEOPLE
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Fort Wayne man faces sex misconduct charge in pregnancy of 15-year-old girl – WANE
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Did Athiya Shetty respond to pregnancy rumours? See actress’ latest post – TOI Etimes
Did Athiya Shetty respond to pregnancy rumours? See actress’ latest post TOI Etimes Read Original Article:…
Florida abortion providers brace for six-week ban: ‘Where are these 80,000 patients gonna go?’ – The Guardian US
Florida abortion providers brace for six-week ban: ‘Where are these 80,000 patients gonna go?’ The Guardian…
Kansas lawmakers pass bill to criminalize abortion coercion – The Topeka Capital-Journal
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What Florida’s six-week abortion ban means – Vox.com
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Gaza hospital reports rise in stillbirths and neonatal deaths – NBC News
Gaza hospital reports rise in stillbirths and neonatal deaths NBC News Read Original Article: Gaza hospital…
Pregnant woman among 4 shot in Eastpointe – FOX 2 Detroit
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Tesla sued after toddler crashes Model X into pregnant mom – WGN TV Chicago
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Man charged with alleged assault on pregnant girlfriend – Hot Springs Sentinel
Man charged with alleged assault on pregnant girlfriend Hot Springs Sentinel Read Original Article: Man charged…
Man buys beer after allegedly killing pregnant woman found in garbage bags – WFLA
Man buys beer after allegedly killing pregnant woman found in garbage bags WFLA Read Original Article:…
Big Improvements Seen in Spotting, Treating Mental Health Issues Around Pregnancy – U.S. News & World Report
Big Improvements Seen in Spotting, Treating Mental Health Issues Around Pregnancy U.S. News & World Report…
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Gaza: health system ‘barely surviving’ warns UN health agency chiefUkrainians suffer Russia-imposed ‘violence, intimidation, and…
What’s the policy for Sask. doctors around “alternative” therapies? – Regina Leader Post
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Holistic health options fill Owl River Hall – Lakeland TODAY
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STAT+: The White House has a plan to stem drug shortages
WASHINGTON — The White House at long last published a plan to stem drug shortages,…