In a development that marks a before and after in the history of oncology, Dr. Mariano Barbacid and his research team have achieved the “impossible” by successfully curing pancreatic cancer in laboratory models. This milestone was made possible through the sustained financial backing of CRIS Cancer Foundation, an organization dedicated
California has taken a decisive step into global public health coordination by formally joining an international outbreak surveillance network linked to the World Health Organization, reshaping how U.S. subnational governments engage with global health governance. The move comes as federal authorities step back from multilateral health institutions, creating new dynamics
Martin Luther King Jr. is most often remembered for his moral leadership in the struggle for civil rights, yet his ideas extended far beyond voting rights and desegregation. King believed that justice was inseparable from health and dignity, famously stating that injustice in health is among the most inhuman forms
The fight against cancer in the United States has entered a new phase marked by sustained survival and long-term disease management. Advances in treatment strategies, combined with decades of research investment measured in tens of billions of dollars, have reshaped cancer from a diagnosis once associated with immediate mortality. It
The global health landscape is undergoing a structural transformation. Traditional medicine moves from the margins into formal health systems, supported by data, regulation, and technological innovation. This shift gained unprecedented momentum during the second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine in New Delhi. Governments, scientists, Indigenous leaders, and health innovators
Dengue fever has become one of the fastest-growing public health threats worldwide. This is driven by climate change, expanding mosquito habitats, and rapid urbanization. Despite infecting up to 400 million people annually, dengue remains a disease with limited treatment options. Furthermore, there are persistent gaps in prevention. To address these
Growing Access to Modern Screening Tools Innovations in self-testing methods are beginning to reshape how people engage with preventive healthcare. They create new pathways for early detection and patient-driven decision-making. As health systems across the country expand screening accessibility, technology companies and regulatory bodies accelerate efforts. They aim to bring
CDC Panel Faces Internal Conflict Over Hepatitis B Vaccine Recommendation for Newborns The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices entered a contentious debate after planned votes on changes to the universal hepatitis B vaccination policy were abruptly postponed. Members expressed frustration over rapidly shifting vote
How a Long-Lived Whale Became a New Clue in Cancer Resistance Research New investigations into the bowhead whale, one of the longest-living mammals on Earth, are offering scientists an unexpected blueprint. It is for strengthening human resistance to cancer. These whales routinely surpass 200 years of age and survive extreme
New Evidence Shows Fluoride May Benefit Cognitive Development at Standard Drinking Water Levels A new wave of scientific analysis is redefining the national discussion on fluoride exposure. It suggests that fluoridated drinking water at recommended levels may support stronger cognitive performance rather than diminish it. The findings sharply contrast with
US President Donald Trump has moved to intensify economic pressure on Iran by signing an executive order that threatens additional tariffs on countries that continue commercial ties with Tehran. The measure authorizes penalties on goods entering the United States from any nation deemed to be trading directly or indirectly with
Bad Bunny is preparing for one of the most consequential performances of his career as he steps onto the Super Bowl halftime stage, carrying not only the weight of global stardom but also the responsibility of representing Puerto Rican culture and Latino identity before an audience that regularly surpasses 115
Big Tech shares have come under intense pressure after renewed concerns that aggressive artificial intelligence spending could be outpacing near-term returns. Over the past week, more than $1 trillion in market value has been erased as investors reacted to earnings reports that highlighted the scale and persistence of capital expenditures