Health

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

NHS England has officially begun the rollout of fampridine, a twice-daily pill designed to improve walking ability for patients living with multiple sclerosis (MS). The drug, also known as Fampyra, is the first medication specifically licensed to address walking difficulties associated with the autoimmune disease, according to NHS England. A New Treatment Approach A New … Read more

Researchers at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre have identified a molecular signature of lung damage that persists in former smokers long after they quit. While some cellular recovery occurs, others show permanent changes, explaining why ex-smokers remain at elevated risk for lung diseases compared to those who never smoked. Cellular Evidence … Read more

Delaware health officials have officially declared a measles outbreak following the confirmation of four cases within the state. The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) announced on July 22, 2026, that two additional cases had been identified, reaching the threshold required to categorize the situation as an outbreak. According to the Centers for Disease Control … Read more

Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a handheld breathalyzer, commercialized by spin-off Alivion AG as Nutrion, that detects acetone to monitor fat metabolism. Validated in a study of 12 adults, the device provides reliable results for dieting, athletic performance, and medical therapies, including ketogenic treatments for epilepsy. Tracking whether the body is burning fat or … Read more

A new study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia reveals that midlife television viewing is linked to structural brain changes, including reduced volume in memory-related regions and white matter damage. Researchers found that unlike passive TV watching, cognitively engaging sedentary activities, such as work-related desk tasks, may actually support brain health. For generations, the cultural refrain, … Read more

A 24-year study of 1,712 adults suggests that frequent television viewing during midlife is linked to reduced brain volume and increased white matter damage. Contrary to previous assumptions, the sedentary nature of sitting is not the sole factor, as occupational sitting showed different, more positive brain health associations. For decades, the phrase Turn off that … Read more

Health officials report that the disease, which spreads through contact with infected body fluids, has resulted in at least 930 deaths, with emergency response efforts hampered by regional conflict. Outbreak Scale and Transmission Dynamics The current Ebola crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has reached a critical stage. According to reporting, the … Read more