Mayim Bialik details extensive side effects from GLP-1 injections Mayim Bialik suffered "explosive, uncontrollable diarrhoea" and other side effects after being prescribed weight loss injections. BANG Premier · Jun 6
TAS:Doctor's drug prescribing had 'direct role' in deaths A coronial investigation has found a now-retired medical practitioner irresponsibly prescribed drugs to two patients which played a direct role in their deaths. AAP · Jun 6
US hits a scary mark for total number of measles cases — for the second year in a row America’s yearly measles cases had not surpassed 2,000 since 1992 - before it did last year The Independent UK · Jun 5
Teen's suspicious drug death referred to cold case cops An 18-year-old's death from a mixture of drugs before being found in his car on a coastal street should be referred to murder investigators, a coroner says. AAP · Jun 2
Experimental hepatitis B drug may offer 'functional cure' for some patients New research suggests a first-of-its-kind drug for hepatitis B may let some patients stop treatment without showing signs of the dangerous liver virus AAP · May 28
New HIV treatment could allow patients to go drug-free for two years A quarter of people who took the new antibody mix were able to go two years without taking a daily antiviral pill The Independent UK · May 28
GSK's chronic hepatitis B drug helps one in five achieve functional cure in key studies GSK's experimental hepatitis B drug, bepirovirsen, showed promising results in late-stage studies, with nearly one in five patients achieving a functional cure after six months of treatment. This offers a potential finite treatment course, a significant advancement over lifelong antiviral pills for the over 250 million people globally living with… The Economic Times · May 28
FDA fast-tracks promising hepatitis B drug after ‘remarkable’ trial results New research suggests a first-of-its-kind drug for hepatitis B may let some patients stop treatment without showing signs of the dangerous liver virus The Independent UK · May 28
Global Health Leaders Reaffirm Commitment to Immunization Agenda 2030 at World Health Assembly In response to these growing global concerns, the World Health Organization has reaffirmed its commitment to the Immunization Agenda 2030 (IA2030). The resolution underscores the importance of vaccines and reiterates their role as one of the most effective, equitable, and cost-efficient tools in public health. Medical Daily · May 27
Fatality confirmed, disease rate dropping amid outbreak The rate of diphtheria cases is dropping in a territory caught in the middle of a national outbreak after health authorities confirmed its first fatality. AAP · May 26
This new drug candidate is effective against measles and other viruses, researchers say America has seen close to 2,000 cases of measles this year The Independent UK · May 25
Key facts to counter online misinformation about perimenopause Experts say some social media advice could obscure underlying health problems or create risk of unintended pregnancies The Guardian - UK · May 25
Taking Ibuprofen After a Night of Drinking? Here’s Why Doctors Say It Could Kill You A rough morning after a night of drinking often sends people straight to the medicine cabinet, reaching for ibuprofen to fight headaches, body aches, and lingering hangover discomfort. That quick fix feels harmless, especially since ibuprofen sits in almost every household as a go-to pain reliever. Doctors, however, warn that… Clever Dude · May 22
Vax crisis inherited, had no measles shots in stock when we took office: BNP govt Bangladesh faces a severe measles crisis with hundreds of child deaths and thousands infected. The current government claims it inherited a complete lack of vaccines, blaming previous administrations for the outbreak due to halted immunization programs. Authorities are now racing to vaccinate, while the High Court considers barring officials from… The Times of India · May 19
AAP · May 18 Concern grows as contaminated alcohol hits bottle shops Suspected illicit alcohol is being sold by bottle shops across Victoria, NSW and Queensland, exposing consumers to serious health issues.
International Business Times UK · May 18 How Did Aaron Carter Die? Psychiatrist Settles Wrongful Death Suit—But Blames Compressed Air Canisters Aaron Carter's family has settled a wrongful death lawsuit with his psychiatrist and clinic, who agreed to pay a confidential sum without admitting fault, following his accidental death in 2022.
Medical Daily · May 18 How Vaccines Use Antigens and Antibodies to Build Immune Memory Without Illness Learn how vaccines use antigens to trigger antibodies and build immune memory, providing effective immune training without illness and long-term protection against infectious diseases.
The Guardian - US · May 17 ‘We’re not ready’: US lags on pandemic preparedness after Covid, experts say Experts say slashed funding and growing misinformation are some of the greatest challenges facing public health
Evening Standard · May 16 Charity chief calls for wider rollout of meningitis vaccine A college student died in Oxfordshire after contracting the disease.
Evening Standard · May 15 Father of student who died of meningitis pays tribute to ‘kind-hearted’ son Lewis Waters, who attended Henley College in Oxfordshire, was one of three cases reported in the outbreak.
The Times of India · May 15 UK student dies of Meningitis as expert warns disease can be ‘very lethal’ A college student in the UK has died from meningitis while two others are receiving treatment, health officials said as reported by BBC.
Evening Standard · May 15 Schools at centre of meningitis outbreak in Reading named The UK Health Security Agency said the patients attended Reading Blue Coat School and Highdown Secondary School and Sixth Form Centre.
International Business Times UK · May 14 Hantavirus Outbreak Update: 41 People Monitored Across US; Find Out If Your State Is at Risk Health officials in the US are monitoring 41 potential hantavirus cases across 12 states, prompting federal response and public health warnings.
The Times of India · May 14 Hantavirus outbreak: Scientists ran out of funds while developing a vaccine, report says A Hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship has tragically claimed three lives this year, with 11 cases reported. While infections are rare, this outbreak highlights the urgent need for a vaccine, with research stalled by funding issues. International efforts are underway to manage the current situation, focusing…
MarketBeat · May 12 Atea Pharmaceuticals Q1 Earnings Call Highlights Atea Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:AVIR) said it remains on track for two key Phase 3 hepatitis C readouts in 2026 while advancing a newer hepatitis E program aimed at immunocompromised patients with no approved treatment options. During the company’s first-quarter 2026 earnings call, Chief Executive Off