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U.S. Health Secretary Removes Leaders of Preventive Services Panel Amid Overhaul
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has dismissed the top leaders of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force as part of a broader overhaul.
New Mexico Authorities Investigate Fatal Exposure to Unknown Substance
Three individuals have died, and over a dozen first responders were decontaminated after exposure to an unidentified substance in Mountainair, New Mexico.
Ebola Outbreak in DRC and Uganda Declared Public Health Emergency
The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a public health emergency.
New Drug Shows Promise in Treating Recurrent Endometrial Cancer
A Phase 3 clinical trial has demonstrated that sacituzumab tirapazamine improves survival rates in patients with advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer.
U.S. Partners with Biotech Firm for Experimental Ebola Treatment
The U.S. government has enlisted Mapp Biopharmaceuticals to develop an experimental Ebola treatment, aiming to enhance preparedness against potential outbreaks.
WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak in Congo and Uganda a Public Health Emergency
The World Health Organization has declared the recent Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, urging swift international response.
Ebola Outbreak in Africa Raises Global Concern
A recent Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda has prompted international alarm due to its rapid spread and high mortality rate.
Hantavirus Cluster Linked to Cruise Ship Travel
A cluster of hantavirus cases aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship has been reported, with multiple countries involved in the investigation.
Medicare Introduces Key Changes in 2026
Medicare beneficiaries will experience several significant changes in 2026, including expanded benefits and cost adjustments.
WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak in Congo and Uganda a Global Health Emergency
The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern, following over 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths.
U.S. Health Secretary Launches Initiative to Address Overuse of Psychiatric Medications
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has announced a plan to reduce the overprescribing of psychiatric medications and promote alternative treatment options.
Medicare Introduces Key Changes to Enhance Affordability and Access in 2026
Medicare has announced several significant changes for 2026, including automatic re-enrollment in the Prescription Payment Plan and coverage for weight-loss drugs.
U.S. Health Leaders Address Unsustainable Healthcare Costs at Axios Summit
At the 2026 Axios Future of Health Summit, U.S. health leaders agreed that healthcare prices are unsustainable and require urgent political and systemic action.
France Confirms Andes Virus Strain in Cruise Ship Hantavirus Outbreak
France's Pasteur Institute has confirmed that the Andes virus strain responsible for a recent cruise ship hantavirus outbreak matches known strains in South America.
WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak in Congo and Uganda a Global Health Emergency
The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency, with over 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths reported.
South Africa Declares Natural Disaster Amid Severe Flooding
Torrential rains have led to widespread flooding across six provinces, resulting in at least 10 fatalities and significant property damage.
CDC Tightens Home Monitoring Guidance Amid Hantavirus Outbreak
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its guidelines for individuals at high risk of exposure to the hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship, implementing stricter home monitoring protocols.
FDA Approves Glean Abdominal Sensor for Catheter-Free Urodynamics
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance to the Glean Abdominal Sensor, expanding the Glean Urodynamics System to enable wireless, catheter-free urodynamic testing.
Supreme Court Maintains Access to Mifepristone via Telehealth
The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld the availability of the abortion pill mifepristone through telehealth services, ensuring continued access during ongoing legal proceedings.
Supreme Court Preserves Telehealth Access to Mifepristone Amid Ongoing Legal Challenges
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily maintained the availability of the abortion medication mifepristone via telehealth services, pending further legal proceedings.
AHA Healthier Together Conference Concludes with Focus on AI and Person-Centered Care
The American Hospital Association's inaugural Healthier Together Conference concluded with discussions on artificial intelligence applications and person-centered care strategies.
Israel and Lebanon Extend Ceasefire Amid Ongoing Strikes
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ceasefire by 45 days, despite recent military actions, as diplomatic efforts continue to achieve a lasting peace.
Supreme Court Upholds Telehealth Access to Mifepristone
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled to maintain access to mifepristone, a medication used for abortion, via telehealth and mail services, pending further legal proceedings.
South Africa Declares National Disaster Amid Severe Flooding
Torrential rains have led to widespread flooding across six provinces in South Africa, resulting in at least 10 fatalities and prompting the government to declare a national disaster.
Germany Implements Additional Newborn Screening for Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Starting May 15, Germany introduces extra checks during newborn screenings to detect vitamin B12 deficiency and related metabolic disorders.
France Lifts Lockdown on Cruise Ship After Stomach Bug Outbreak
French authorities have lifted the lockdown on the British cruise ship Ambition, confirming that a gastrointestinal virus was responsible for the outbreak that led to the confinement of over 1,700 passengers and crew in Bordeaux.
Supreme Court Preserves Telehealth Access to Mifepristone Amid Legal Challenges
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily maintained nationwide access to the abortion drug mifepristone via telehealth services, pending further legal proceedings.
HHS Partners with Heartland Forward to Enhance Maternal Health Outcomes
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Heartland Forward to collaborate on initiatives aimed at improving maternal health outcomes and reducing maternal morbidity and mortality across the nation.
AHA Healthier Together Conference Concludes with Focus on AI and Person-Centered Care
The American Hospital Association's inaugural Healthier Together Conference in Dallas concluded with discussions on the integration of artificial intelligence in community health and the importance of person-centered care in healthcare systems.
Supreme Court Preserves Access to Mifepristone Amid Ongoing Legal Challenges
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily upheld access to mifepristone, a widely used abortion medication, allowing patients to obtain it via mail or at pharmacies without in-person doctor visits. This decision comes as a lawsuit challenging the FDA's regulations continues in lower courts.