
In Panama, twelve pairs of poison dart frogs have been translocated to combat a deadly fungal disease threatening amphibians, aiming to boost their population and ecological role.
In Panama, twelve pairs of poison dart frogs have been translocated to combat a deadly fungal disease threatening amphibians, aiming to boost their population and ecological role.
A new study warns that wildfire smoke could lead to 71,000 excess deaths annually in the U.S. by 2050, with significant economic costs.
A new HIV prevention drug, Lenacapavir, will be available at a drastically reduced price in over 100 low-income countries, aiming to enhance access and combat the HIV epidemic.
A dengue fever outbreak in Sudan is overwhelming hospitals, with thousands of cases reported amid ongoing conflict and medical supply shortages.
The ACIP voted 8-3 to recommend against administering the MMRV vaccine to children under 4, citing risks of febrile seizures, amid concerns over declining vaccination rates.
Regeneron's garetosmab shows promise in treating fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva, a rare condition causing abnormal bone growth, with regulatory submissions planned.
A recent study indicates that a higher weekly dose of Wegovy, a weight-loss drug, results in greater weight loss compared to the standard dose, albeit with increased side effects. Participants receiving the higher dose lost an average of 19% of...
The World Health Organization reports a 5% increase in cholera cases and a 50% rise in deaths in 2024, with over 6,000 fatalities. The disease, preventable and treatable, is exacerbated by conflict, climate change, and inadequate sanitation....
Carter Vigh, a nine-year-old boy, died from an asthma attack exacerbated by wildfire smoke in July 2023. His death is part of a larger trend, with a study revealing that smoke from Canadian wildfires caused 82,000 deaths globally, including 22,000...
The World Health Organization has updated its Model Lists of Essential Medicines, adding treatments for cancer, diabetes, and other conditions. This revision aims to enhance access to effective therapies globally, particularly in low- and...
Despite global leaders' promises to strengthen health systems post-Covid-19, negotiations for a new pandemic agreement have stalled. Experts warn that complacency and lack of investment threaten readiness for future health crises, with emerging...
Kerala faces a health crisis as Naegleria fowleri, a deadly brain-eating amoeba, emerges in local water sources. Rising temperatures and unsafe water practices contribute to its spread, leading to multiple fatalities, including children. The...