WASHINGTON, Sept 6 – President Donald Trump is standing firmly behind Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is facing rising concern from Congress and health experts as his broad revisions to national vaccine policy take effect. Despite the mounting risks of lowered vaccination rates and the political fallout such a shift could bring, Trump has … Read more
August 14 – A new national health survey has revealed that more than one in four adults in the United States living with diabetes used a GLP-1 medication in 2024. The findings highlight the rapid adoption of this new class of injectable drugs, which have transformed diabetes care and, increasingly, weight management strategies. The medicines, … Read more
April 20 – While measles is largely preventable through vaccination, a small number of vaccinated individuals may still contract the illness, particularly during widespread outbreaks. These occurrences, referred to as “breakthrough infections,” are rare but raise important questions about vaccine effectiveness, immune system variability, and public health strategy. A Look at the Ongoing Measles Outbreak … Read more
LONDON, April 9 – In a striking move that marks a shift in U.S trade policy, President Donald Trump has turned his attention to the pharmaceutical sector, signaling the possibility of imposing tariffs on imported prescription drugs. These medicines had previously been shielded from trade wars due to the vital role they play in public … Read more
KAMPALA, UGANDA – Malaria remains the deadliest disease in Africa, claiming hundreds of thousands of lives each year, particularly among children and pregnant women. The disease, transmitted by infected mosquitoes, poses a severe public health threat, with millions of cases reported annually. However, recent funding cuts by the U.S. government have raised concerns about a … Read more
WASHINGTON, Feb 26 – The Trump administration has been blocking the National Institutes of Health (NIH) from awarding new research grants for various medical studies, including those on Lyme disease and lung conditions, according to scientists, former NIH officials, and internal documents. A procedural loophole has allowed the government to delay these crucial research funds. … Read more
January 6, the Louisiana Department of Health confirmed the United States’ first reported death from the H5N1 bird flu virus. This tragic case highlights the potential severity of bird flu, even as public health officials continue to monitor its spread. The First U.S. Death from H5N1 The patient, aged over 65 with pre-existing health conditions, … Read more
China is currently witnessing a significant increase in respiratory infections, attributed to a virus known as human metapneumovirus (HMPV). This surge has led to crowded hospitals and heightened public concern, especially in northern provinces. The uptick in cases is drawing attention to this relatively lesser-known virus, primarily affecting children and vulnerable populations during the colder … Read more
On December 30, the World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, urgently called for an immediate cessation of attacks on healthcare facilities in Gaza. His statement follows a series of troubling incidents in which hospitals in the region have become targets amidst ongoing violence. Dr. Tedros highlighted the escalating threat to the health … Read more
The United States is currently grappling with a significant surge in whooping cough cases, reaching levels not seen in over a decade. According to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 32,000 cases have been reported so far this year, marking a sixfold increase compared to the same period … Read more