The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has outlined a plan for the future administration of Covid-19 vaccines. In a briefing document released on Monday, the FDA indicated that due to the ongoing evolution of the…

The growth of the Internet of Things (IoT) in remote monitoring and managing common health issues, particularly among diabetes patients, has been steadily advancing. Approximately one in ten Americans, totaling 37 million people, live with…

Philip Esformes, a Florida nursing home owner whose 20-year prison sentence for a $1.3 billion Medicare fraud scheme was commuted by former President Donald Trump in late 2020, has lost an appeal in federal court.…

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has petitioned for Martin Shkreli to be held in contempt of court, asserting that he violated a judge’s order by establishing a new pharmaceutical company after his prohibition from the…

The sole HIV vaccine in an advanced-stage trial has failed, researchers announced on Wednesday, delivering a significant setback to efforts to combat the global HIV epidemic and adding to decades of unsuccessful attempts. Known as…

An investigation into the leak of a significant Supreme Court ruling overturning the federal right to abortion before its official release has concluded without identifying the culprit, the court announced Thursday. The inconclusive end to…

China must prioritize global health over political considerations by opening up to Western vaccines to combat Covid-19 and end the pandemic, according to Adar Poonawalla, CEO of the Serum Institute of India, the world’s largest…

OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann emphasized on Monday that China’s reopening represents a significant positive development in the global effort to combat soaring inflation. “We certainly very much welcome the easing of Covid related restrictions in…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) stated on Friday that it is “very unlikely” the Pfizer omicron booster poses a risk of stroke for seniors, following an investigation into a preliminary safety concern…

The uninsured rate in the United States saw a decline during the Covid-19 pandemic, despite millions losing employer-sponsored coverage due to layoffs, according to a report released Friday by the Health and Human Services Department.…

The Biden administration has decided to extend the Covid-19 public health emergency until April, citing concerns over a highly transmissible omicron subvariant that could potentially lead to another wave of hospitalizations in the U.S. this…

In an email circulated to its workforce on Wednesday, Verily CEO Stephen Gillett outlined a restructuring plan that will involve reducing its staff by 15%, affecting approximately 240 employees, as confirmed by a Verily spokesperson.…

In a report published Thursday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) highlighted that nearly a quarter of a million kindergartners are at risk of measles due to a decline in vaccination coverage during…

Mainland China’s shift from its zero-Covid policy has triggered a significant surge in infections, prompting many to look beyond their borders for vaccines. By mid-December, China’s full Covid vaccination rate was nearly 87%, with 54%…

U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is set to meet union leaders this week for what he hopes will be “constructive” talks aimed at halting nationwide industrial action, even as his government prepares to introduce controversial…

On Friday, the U.K. government announced a partnership with the German firm BioNTech to test potential vaccines for cancer and other diseases. Campaigners emphasized that any breakthrough must remain affordable and accessible. Cancer patients in…

The South Carolina Supreme Court on Thursday overturned the state’s ban on abortion after around six weeks of pregnancy, ruling that the law violated the state’s constitutional right to privacy. The 3-2 decision comes nearly…

Walgreens and CVS will sell the prescription abortion pill mifepristone after the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) dropped a long-standing rule that previously prevented drug stores from doing so. The decision by the two largest…

European nations on Wednesday recommended new restrictions on travelers from China due to concerns over increasing Covid cases. Travelers departing from China may soon be required to present a negative Covid test before leaving for…

The XBB.1.5 omicron subvariant, currently dominant in the U.S., is the most contagious version of Covid-19 to date, though it does not seem to cause more severe illness, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).…

The Covid omicron XBB.1.5 variant is rapidly becoming dominant in the U.S. due to its high immune evasiveness and enhanced ability to bind to cells compared to related subvariants, according to scientists. XBB.1.5 now accounts…

The U.K. and France confirmed on Thursday that they currently have no intentions to reinstate mandatory Covid-19 tests or impose additional requirements on travelers entering their countries. U.K. Defense Minister Ben Wallace indicated later on…

As health care becomes increasingly digitized, scientists, doctors, and researchers face the challenge of deciphering unprecedented amounts of data to adequately personalize care. The vast amount of information available often exceeds their capacity to consume…