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Feb 23, 2026
Is J&J Misleading Patients About Prostate Cancer Treatment?
Bayer sues J&J over claims that its prostate cancer treatment is more effective, citing flawed data and false advertising; lawsuit seeks damages and corrective action.
Feb 23, 2026
FDA Unveils Rules for Bespoke Gene Therapies
New pathway expected to spur applications for rare disease treatments
Feb 23, 2026
Clinical Trials Hit Snags in UK and US
Setbacks for lung disease, puberty blockers, and cancer blood test studies
Feb 23, 2026
Blood Test Forecasts Alzheimer's Years Before Symptoms
Scientists develop a simple test to predict onset of memory loss
Feb 23, 2026
Pharma Giants Make Big Moves in Separate Deals
Gilead Sciences is buying Arcellx for $7.8 billion, expanding its CAR-T therapy portfolio, while Novo Nordisk's next-gen obesity drug underperformed in a comparison study.
Feb 23, 2026
Health Care Under the Microscope
As the midterms approach, health care is in the spotlight, with lobbyists targeting the FDA, AI devices potentially bypassing review, and reform efforts facing an uphill battle.
Feb 23, 2026
Botched Surgeries and Unchecked Treatments Put Patients at Risk
Gaps in regulation and oversight leave vulnerable individuals exposed to harm
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.
Feb 27, 2026
Vaginal Mesh Victims Seek Justice Amid Hospital Profits
Patients suffer as hospitals reap billions in revenue from 340B program
Feb 27, 2026
Trump's Most-Favored Nation Drug Pricing Deals Expiring
Some pharmaceutical companies' most-favored nation drug pricing deals with the Trump administration are expiring after three years, leaving their future pricing strategies uncertain.
Feb 27, 2026
Will Kansas' New ID Law Put Trans People's Health at Risk?
Experts warn of potential consequences for mental and physical well-being
Feb 27, 2026
Pharmaceutical Industry Sees Shakeup in Latest Hiring and Firing Trends
The pharmaceutical industry is undergoing a period of significant change, with numerous high-profile hires, departures, and promotions across various companies, signaling a shifting landscape in the sector.
Feb 27, 2026
FDA Defends Rare Disease Drug Rejections Amid Criticism
FDA Commissioner Marty Makary defends the agency's recent rejections of rare disease drugs, amid criticism from patient advocates and lawmakers.
Feb 27, 2026
Family of Gravely Ill Child Denied Respite Care
Parents of two-year-old with life-limiting epilepsy left exhausted and desperate
Feb 27, 2026
WHO Announces Flu Vaccine Update and Hails Denmark's Health Milestone
Influenza vaccine composition recommendations released and Denmark eliminates mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis
Feb 27, 2026
Hope on the Horizon for Rare Diseases and Chronic Conditions
New innovations and discoveries bring relief to families and individuals
Feb 27, 2026
Justice Department Backs AbbVie in 340B Drug Discount Program Dispute
The US Department of Justice has weighed in on a dispute between AbbVie and the state of Colorado, backing the pharmaceutical company's bid to overturn a law guiding the 340B drug discount program.