Health and Justice Issues Take Center Stage
The US Department of Justice has sent a letter to Yale School of Medicine, alleging it was illegally discriminating against applicants who are not Black or Hispanic.
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May 29, 2026
STAT+: At ASCO, positive data for Bristol in multiple myeloma and Pfizer in lung cancer
New breakthroughs in cancer treatment, a growing Ebola outbreak, and a change in UK health leadership
May 29, 2026
Global Health in Focus: Outbreaks, Leadership Changes, and Public Health Concerns
Recent developments in global health, from Ebola and hantavirus outbreaks to FDA leadership changes and public health concerns
May 29, 2026
New Vision for Health Emerges Amid Global Challenges
Breakthroughs in vision correction and global health initiatives offer hope
May 29, 2026
Forget LASIK: Safer, cheaper vision correction without lasers or surgery
Breaking Ground in Vision Correction and Global Health Subtitle: New technologies and approaches emerge in eye care and disease response, as experts weigh in on the FDA and longevity.
May 29, 2026
New Hospital Rooftop Ward Brings Fresh Air to Intensive Care
Innovative design allows critically ill patients to experience the outdoors while connected to life-saving equipment
May 29, 2026
Gethin trains to be Dr Oscar's guide runner
A Kenyan court suspends a US plan for an Ebola quarantine facility, Allogene's CEO steps down, and the XPRIZE Healthspan longevity competition gains momentum.
May 29, 2026
Global Health Updates: Developments in Ebola, Longevity, and Leadership
In recent days, several significant developments have taken place in the world of global health.
May 29, 2026
STAT+: As Ebola outbreak in Central Africa grows, the U.S. turns itself into a fortress
US Takes Extraordinary Measures to Prevent Outbreak, But Risks and Challenges Remain
Mar 27, 2026
Health and Science Roundup: New Breakthroughs and Concerns
From CAR-T treatments to cold weather's impact on heart health, here's what's new in the world of health and science
Mar 20, 2026
Meningitis Outbreak and Biotech Advances: A Week in Health News
A university student's survival story and the latest on TrumpRx and biotech breakthroughs
Mar 20, 2026
Is the US Losing Ground in Healthcare and Biotech?
Experts weigh in on FDA influence, China's rise, and the future of medical innovation
Mar 13, 2026
Health Landscape Shifts with New Guidelines and Regulations
Updates on statins, vaccines, and vaping policies stir debate and discussion
Mar 13, 2026
What to know about STAT Pharmalittle We’re reading about Trump and drug right now
New research on colon cancer, COVID-19, and AI toys raises concerns and hopes
Mar 13, 2026
A “mirror” molecule can starve cancer cells without harming healthy cells
A "mirror-image" molecule has been found to dramatically slow the growth of certain cancers while leaving healthy cells largely untouched.
Mar 6, 2026
How Stand Up For Science is trying to ‘pull every lever’ to win over the public
This week saw several significant developments in the fields of science, health, and community building.
Jun 26, 2026
STAT+: Cassidy proposes bill to rein in 340B drug discount program
Recent developments in healthcare regulation, medical research, and public health initiatives
Jun 26, 2026
What's Behind the Rise of Medetomidine-Laced Opioids in Jails?
A growing crisis in US correctional facilities as new ACIP charter and AI advancements raise questions about healthcare and treatment
Jun 26, 2026
Heatwaves, Health Risks, and Science in the Spotlight
From the dangers of extreme temperatures to breakthroughs in medicine, this week's news highlights the importance of understanding science
Jun 26, 2026
Sanofi Under Scrutiny as European Regulators Probe Antitrust Allegations
Investigation into flu vaccine campaign sparks concerns over market competition
Jun 19, 2026
Health Updates: Meningitis Outbreak, Weight Loss Pill Trial, and More
Recent developments in health news, from outbreaks to medical breakthroughs
Jun 19, 2026
Optimism for Trump’s CDC pick is tempered by questions about RFK Jr.’s role
This week, several significant developments in the health and society sectors have made headlines.
Jun 19, 2026
Health visitors call for limits on 'impossible' 1,000-family caseloads
Experts Weigh in on Health Visitor Workloads, Cancer Treatments, and AI-Driven Health Guidance
Jun 19, 2026
Healthcare in Crisis: Neglect, Controversy, and Struggle for Access
Systemic issues plague healthcare, from mesh surgery scandals to restricted access to care for marginalized communities