Health Sector Sees Shifts in AI, mRNA, and Antibiotics
BioNTech founders depart, new AI startup emerges, and antibiotic development declines
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Feb 24, 2026
GPs Must Guarantee Same-Day Appointments for Urgent Cases
New contract clause aims to ensure timely care for patients with pressing health needs
Feb 24, 2026
Novo's Obesity Drug Shows Promise as FDA Weighs Changes
New study results and regulatory developments in the pharmaceutical industry
Feb 24, 2026
What's the State of Global Health Amid War and Medical Breakthroughs?
As Ukraine's healthcare system faces unprecedented attacks, the global medical community is pushing the boundaries of preventative healthcare with AI-driven "digital twins" and grappling with the ethics of accepting donations from questionable sources.
Feb 24, 2026
NHS Innovations: Weight Loss and Womb Transplants
New initiatives and medical breakthroughs in the UK's National Health Service
Feb 24, 2026
Hims CEO Addresses Scrutiny of Compounded GLP-1s in Earnings Call
Hims & Hers CEO Andrew Dudum addressed increasing scrutiny of compounded GLP-1s, discussing the impact on the company's financials and future plans.
Mar 26, 2026
FDA Approvals, CDC Director Vacancy, and the Rise of Health Chatbots
A week of significant developments in healthcare, from new treatments to tech innovations
Mar 19, 2026
NHS on Brink of Collapse During Covid, Inquiry Finds
The UK's National Health Service (NHS) was severely strained during the Covid pandemic, with staff working in "war zones" and patients not receiving necessary care.
Mar 19, 2026
Can Eli Lilly's 'Triple-G' Drug Revolutionize Diabetes Treatment?
Eli Lilly's investigational 'triple-G' drug has shown promising results in a late-stage diabetes trial, but what does this mean for the future of diabetes treatment and the FDA's regulatory policies?
Mar 19, 2026
Researchers surveyed by STAT detail the scientific and personal toll of grant cuts: ‘This can’t be how it ends’
A perfect storm of grant cuts, inadequate care, and infectious outbreaks threatens global healthcare systems.
Mar 19, 2026
STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about TrumpRx prices, a J&J psoriasis pill, and much more
Research on childhood stress, meningitis, and assisted dying sparks conversations on health and wellbeing
Mar 19, 2026
STAT+: HHS watchdog slams nursing homes’ antipsychotic drug use and schizophrenia diagnoses
A recent report from the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) watchdog has found that many nursing homes are misusing antipsychotic drugs to treat dementia patients.
Mar 12, 2026
Medical Breakthroughs and Lapses in Care
Recent developments in medical treatment and shocking cases of negligence highlight the complexities of healthcare.
Mar 5, 2026
STAT+: Patient health data as a public utility: A former ARPA-H data chief explains
Calls for reform in social care and COVID-19 inquiry defense
Mar 5, 2026
STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about TrumpRx shortcomings, Lilly targeting employers, and more
From TrumpRx shortcomings to breakthroughs in Alzheimer's treatment and allergy awareness
Mar 5, 2026
Healthcare in Crisis: Delays, Costs, and Systemic Issues Exposed
Reports highlight endometriosis diagnosis delays, FDA criticism, and social care struggles
Mar 5, 2026
UK Healthcare Under Strain Amid Long Waits and Funding Pressures
Investigation reveals 50,000 patients waited over 24 hours in A&E corridor care
Mar 5, 2026
Healthcare System Flaws Exposed
Recent Developments Highlight Issues in Medicare, Medicaid, and Patient Care
Mar 5, 2026
FDA Doubts Efficacy of UniQure's Huntington's Therapy Amid AI Breakthroughs
Regulatory updates on AI chatbots, human embryo models, and public health movements
Mar 5, 2026
Autism researchers rebuke Kennedy, form independent advisory group
Recent developments highlight the complex challenges facing the healthcare sector, from the ongoing impact of the pandemic to breakthroughs in gene editing and the plight of stranded cancer patients.
Mar 5, 2026
Dentists return £900m for not seeing NHS patients
From NHS dentistry to AI-powered recruitment, the healthcare sector faces numerous challenges while embracing innovative solutions.
Mar 5, 2026
Healthcare Under Scrutiny: Safety, Access, and Innovation
From AI to period poverty, medical malpractice to maternity services, the healthcare industry faces numerous challenges
Mar 5, 2026
Can Medicine Solve the Toughest Health Mysteries?
Breakthroughs in genetics, addiction, and disease elimination offer new hope
Feb 26, 2026
Cigna Expands into Hospital Pharmacy Services
Acquisition of CarepathRx strengthens health insurer's grip on prescription drug market