Grace O’Connor — Health & Science Editor 
Researchers are launching new initiatives to address a significant public health gap: low awareness that alcohol consumption is a well-established risk factor for breast cancer. While alcohol is linked to at least seven types of cancer, studies indicate that most American adults remain unaware of this connection, with some surveys suggesting that fewer than 30% … Read more
New clinical trial results presented at the 2026 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting indicate that a brain implant known as GammaTile significantly improves outcomes for patients with brain metastases. The technology, which delivers radiation directly to the surgical site immediately following tumor removal, outperformed the current standard of care in the Phase … Read more
Researchers from Yale University School of Medicine have identified two distinct populations of neurons within the heart’s "little brain," or intrinsic cardiac nervous system (ICNS). Published in the journal Cell on July 23, 2026, by authors including Qian J. Xu and neuroscientist Rui Chang, the study reveals that these nerve cells are essential for maintaining … Read more
Regional anesthesia is increasingly utilized in orthopedic surgery as a core component of enhanced recovery protocols, moving the field toward a patient-centered approach that prioritizes reduced surgical stress and preserved physiological function. By providing targeted analgesia, this method serves as a key pillar in modern Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) strategies, which aim to shorten … Read more
The Ebola outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached over 2,500 cases and 1,000 deaths, according to the World Health Organization. The crisis in Ituri province is exacerbated by conflict, healthcare worker strikes over unpaid salaries, and a lack of approved vaccines for the Bundibugyo strain. Escalating Crisis in Ituri Province … Read more
Fever of unknown origin (FUO) presents a persistent diagnostic challenge for clinicians due to a wide spectrum of potential etiologies, including infectious diseases, malignancies, and rheumatologic conditions. According to a multicenter, retrospective study published in the June issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine (Medicalxpress), 18F-FDG PET/CT imaging has emerged as a significant tool for … Read more
The Ministry of Health of the Nation has issued an epidemiological communication regarding the risk of the reintroduction of measles in Argentina. This alert follows the return of thousands of Argentine citizens who traveled to North America to follow the national football team during the 2026 World Cup, as well as an increase in international … Read more
A study led by researchers at UCLA Health has demonstrated that autism-like behavioral and brain-related traits in adult mice can be rapidly reversed through a single dose of the immunosuppressive drug rapamycin. The findings, published in the journal Nature Communications, challenge the long-held scientific assumption that the structural brain changes associated with autism are permanent … Read more
Researchers have identified a rare, transmissible cancer affecting brown bullhead catfish in Lake Memphremagog on the U.S.-Canada border. First observed in 2012, the malignant melanoma spreads between individual fish, a phenomenon rarely seen in the animal kingdom. Experts advise anglers to avoid consuming fish showing visible skin lesions as a precautionary measure. Melanoma Outbreak in … Read more
The Haute Autorité de Santé (HAS) has established the MiMED mission to address the evolving complexities of health technology evaluation. By prioritizing the use of observational real-world data, the mission seeks to complement traditional evidence gathered during clinical trials. This initiative, housed within the DEAI, focuses on providing a clearer picture of how health technologies … Read more