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Despite a massive vaccination campaign, Bangladesh continues to battle a severe measles outbreak. Over 1,000 children have died, and experts cite persistent immunization gaps and malnutrition as key factors fueling the crisis.
Kelly Rogers, head of the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) at the U.S. Education Department, has resigned. Her departure comes as the agency faces significant upheaval and downsizing, with staff set to relocate to the Department of Health and Human Services.
A new study suggests laughter therapy can be as effective as pursed-lip breathing in improving breathlessness and overall health for COPD patients. The low-cost, accessible technique offers a promising complementary approach to existing COPD care.
The FDA has approved Etcamah (camizestrant), a new daily pill for advanced hormone-receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer that has become resistant to existing treatments. Notably, its use is guided by the Guardant360 CDx blood test, which detects ESR1 mutations in circulating tumor DNA before imaging can show progression. This marks a significant advancement in personalized cancer therapy.
Viral social media trends promote copper peptides for skin and hair benefits, with some users opting for injections. While topical applications show promise in small, industry-funded studies, injectable forms lack robust human evidence, raising safety concerns among experts.
A new report details a surge in public floggings and corporal punishments in Afghanistan under the Taliban, with over 2,700 individuals subjected to such penalties between February 2022 and April 2026. Experts warn these practices violate international law and serve as tools for repression, disproportionately affecting women and marginalized groups.
New research suggests semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) may offer a significant mental health benefit, reducing psychiatric hospitalization risk by 21% in individuals with bipolar disorder. The study, published in Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica, highlights potential mood-stabilizing effects beyond weight loss and diabetes management.
Scientists have discovered that combinations of toxin-blocking proteins naturally present in rattlesnake blood are significantly more effective at neutralizing venom than current treatments. Lab tests show these protein mixtures are approximately 10 times more potent, offering a promising new direction for snakebite therapies.
Researchers have pinpointed the elusive stem cells responsible for forming tendons and ligaments. Their study reveals these cells become hyperactive in lumbar spinal stenosis, contributing to nerve compression. This discovery opens avenues for new therapies, potentially repurposing existing high blood pressure medications.