Health

Ebola vaccine trial to start in DR Congo as warning issued over speed of infections

About half of the 2,500 recorded deaths from Ebola happened in the last 20 days, the WHO says.

FDA shuts Radio Club, Khar Gymkhana, McDonald's Colaba kitchens over hygiene violations

The FDA has temporarily revoked licenses for The Bombay Presidency Radio Club and Khar Gymkhana, citing poor waste…

Mom describes hearing voices that turned violent before postpartum psychosis diagnosis

Haley Ashcom's first post-birth experience almost prevented her from following her dream of starting a large family.…

STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a big Roche investment in the U.S., estrogen patch shortages, and more

Roche's Genentech will invest $750 million to double the size of its existing production facility in Oregon

Blood-camouflaged nanoparticles defeat drug-resistant breast tumors in mouse model

Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is one of the most aggressive and treatment-resistant subtypes of breast cancer,…

CFO turnover at America’s largest companies is on pace to hit 18.3%—the highest since the pandemic

The next generation of CFOs stepping in may be younger and less experienced.

19-year-old may lose vision in right eye due to pellet injury, says family

Sahil Lochab underwent a surgery to remove pellets; doctors have informed that there is only a “1% chance” of vision…

Scientists deploy Merck’s Ebola vaccine in DRC

Prostate cancer therapy, Meta glasses in hospital settings, and more health news from Morning Rounds

US health department seeks public feedback on vaccine guidelines after Trump order

The U.S. health department said on Friday it was seeking public feedback on ​federal vaccine recommendations, including…

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo growing 'exponentially' as death toll passes 2,500

More than half of the 2,500-plus deaths from DR Congo's Ebola outbreak have occurred within the past 20 days alone, as…

How Harvard’s Epic Fight With Trump Is Costing the University

The federal government has slowed Harvard’s funding, despite the university’s legal victories. The conflict is forcing…

Perez Hilton allowed supervised visits with his children...but he must have 'psychiatric clearance' as his mother is granted custody

A Miami court agreed that Perez Hilton's 72-year-old mother should have sweeping authority over schooling, healthcare…

More than 2,500 dead in DR Congo Ebola outbreak, UN says

More than 2,500 people have died from the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), according to a UN…

Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan’s family accuses gov’t of defying hospital order

Khan’s sister and personal physician describe a chaotic night as officials give conflicting accounts of his whereabouts.

'Game changer': Cancer center opens at Park City Hospital

An addition to the Park City Hospital with a cancer center is now open, allowing patients in the Wasatch Back to…

Tulsi Gabbard breaks down in tears during update on husband's tragic cancer diagnosis

Tulsi Gabbard became emotional as she shared an encouraging but deeply personal update on her husband Abraham Williams'…

Rose Unplugged: Dr. Mehmut Oz and the Trust Gap (VIDEO)

Health care in America is at a crossroads — and this episode takes on the full picture, from the halls of federal…

DRC Ebola outbreak growing 'exponentially,' UN warns, as deaths exceed 2,500

The Ebola outbreak raging through the Democratic Republic of the Congo is growing "exponentially," the United Nations…

Scotland's NHS is putting reputation before patient safety - officials

National debt tops $40 trillion after doubling in under 10 years

Federal debt has mounted amid tax cuts and trillions in pandemic spending, adding to the nation's interest payments.

More than 1,700 swine flu cases logged in Delhi this year amid surge in seasonal influenza infections

Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh said the government is closely monitoring the situation and has directed all…

CNA Explains: What we know about the Moderna, Merck breakthrough cancer vaccine

The personalised vaccine has succeeded in a final-stage melanoma trial. Here’s how it works, when it could become…

Moderna’s personalized mRNA shot could reshape the fight against skin cancer — but it may also be overhyped

Doctors and patients are excited about the possible breakthrough, but some analysts believe there’s too much hype.

DRC Ebola outbreak 'growing exponentially,' UN says

The Ebola outbreak in the DRC is rapidly spreading in an area "bigger than France," according to a senior UN official.…

Hilaria Baldwin shares 5 simple stretches to do at work to prevent pain and stiffness

Hilaria Baldwin demonstrates five desk chair stretches targeting tech neck, core engagement and hip flexors to combat…

Moderna, Merck breakthrough could usher in wave of cancer vaccines

CUHK researchers perform Hong Kong’s first robot-assisted pelvic fracture surgery

A team of researchers from the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) has conducted the city’s first robot-assisted…

What is sacral chordoma? Tulsi Gabbard opens up about husband's battle with rare cancer

Tulsi Gabbard shares her husband Abraham Williams' progress in battling a rare cancer, sacral chordoma. It was…

‘He’s gonna die’: Jill Biden gives ‘scary’ update on Joe Biden amid cancer battle

Dr. Jill Biden shared her emotional journey with husband Joe Biden's cancer diagnosis, emphasizing their focus on…

H1N1 surge sets alarm bells ringing in Delhi, JP Nadda calls key health meet

On Friday, Union Health Minister JP Nadda will conduct a crucial review of the H1N1 situation in Delhi. This meeting is…

'Rushed her to hospital': MP son's 1st reaction on Aston Martin crash that killed woman

Lingamaneni Sanjush stated he did not flee the accident scene. He immediately transported the injured woman to Apollo…

Who’s afraid of the Amish data?

Nothing scares the vaccine establishment more than a meaningful control group. Some vaccine trials do use inert…

What American Doctors Saw in Gaza

A new documentary follows three physicians facing the odds: limited medical supplies, Israeli bombing, and upon…

Why this year’s Medicare-for-all debate is different

Supporters look on as Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) speaks during a news conference to announce the re-introduction of the…

London Bus Stop named after Nigerian content creator ‘Bus Aunty’

A Nigerian mental health nurse and content creator known online as “Bus Aunty” has had a London bus stop named after…