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Millions of Americans with hepatitis C still remain untreated, analysis reveals

Millions of Americans are still battling potentially deadly hepatitis C even though they could be cured with antiviral drugs they are not receiving, a new analysis reveals.

21 Apr 2026

New research calls for improved pediatric burn care infrastructure nationwide

The UCI Health Regional Burn Center is one of the only burn centers in Orange County equipped to treat the most complex burn patients 24 hours a day, including children.

21 Apr 2026

Geo-mapping to identify high-need areas for trauma blood delivery

Research shows geomapping can pinpoint trauma hotspots, optimizing prehospital blood supply deployment and potentially saving lives in urgent care scenarios.

21 Apr 2026

Democrats demand Trump administration halt plan to collect federal workers’ health data

Democratic lawmakers are demanding that the Trump administration halt plans to collect sensitive medical records for millions of federal workers and retirees, as well as their family members.

21 Apr 2026

AI chatbots give misleading health advice nearly half the time

Widespread inaccuracies in AI chatbot health responses pose public health risks, highlighting the urgent need for better oversight and cleaner training data.

21 Apr 2026

Last patient has completed AlzeCure's Phase Ib clinical study with NeuroRestore ACD856

AlzeCure Pharma AB (publ), a biotech company that develops candidate drugs for diseases affecting the nervous system, focusing on Alzheimer's disease and pain, today announced that the last patient’s last visit (LPLV) has now occurred in the ongoing Phase Ib clinical trial of ACD856, the lead drug candidate within the NeuroRestore platform, which is being developed for Alzheimer’s disease and other indications.

From AlzeCure Pharma AB 21 Apr 2026

Long-term exposure to air pollution (PM2.5) raises risk of developing cancer by 11 % and of dying from cancer by 12 %

The Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), with support from the Clean Air Fund, has released a global report, Clean air in cancer control: An overview of the evidence, presenting data on the scale of cancer risk and mortality from polluted air.

21 Apr 2026

New UWB technique helps pill-sized cameras overcome human body interference

Diagnostic tests for stomach conditions are tough for patients, as many of the most accurate ones involve minor surgical procedures or invasive techniques.

21 Apr 2026

Early genomic testing prevents years of inconclusive visits for pediatric patients

For many families, eight years of uncertainty meant repeated specialist visits, inconclusive genetic tests and the growing fear that a clear answer might never come. For nearly half of the children enrolled in the Telethon Undiagnosed Disease Program (TUDP), that wait is now over.

21 Apr 2026

Clinical study confirms women's symptoms are de-prioritized in healthcare

Women have described being dismissed, disbelieved and left in serious pain during a routine womb examination that affects tens of thousands every year.

21 Apr 2026

Heatwaves above 38 °C significantly spike cardiovascular cases in middle-aged populations

A novel study has revealed a link between extreme weather and the risk of cardiovascular disease among middle-aged and older adults in 157 Chinese cities. Based on a city's climate and location, exposure to extreme heat, cold, and precipitation each increases the risk of heart disease. The findings of the study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, published by Elsevier, provide evidence for policymakers across different regions to develop targeted strategies protecting vulnerable populations during extreme climate events.

21 Apr 2026

Nestlé and NTU Singapore announce research partnership on aging and women's health

Nestlé and NTU Singapore today announced a multi‑year joint research partnership to advance the scientific understanding of how nutrition supports healthy longevity and women's health.

20 Apr 2026

Simple oral care cuts hospital-acquired pneumonia risk

A landmark trial presented today at ESCMID Global 2026 shows that improving oral hygiene for hospital patients can reduce the risk of non-ventilator-associated hospital-acquired pneumonia (NV-HAP) by 60%.

20 Apr 2026

An Arm and a Leg: The accidental architect of America’s drug patent problem

Depending on whom you ask, Alfred Engelberg could be a hero or a villain in the story of American pharmaceuticals.

20 Apr 2026

Study reveals significant gaps in MMR vaccine knowledge among ER patients

Measles remains one of the most contagious infectious diseases, spread through coughing and sneezing, with even small declines in vaccination coverage leading to outbreaks. As of 2026, California has reported its highest annual measles case count in seven years. In response to this growing concern, researchers have begun examining gaps in measles-related knowledge and vaccination coverage.

20 Apr 2026

Parents cite screen time and lack of interest as major fitness barriers

Younger children and teens often have built-in opportunities to stay active through gym class, sports and extracurricular activities.

20 Apr 2026

Teen cannabis use linked to slower growth in memory and thinking

Researchers from University of California San Diego have found that teenagers who begin using cannabis show slower gains in thinking and memory skills as they grow. The study, published on April 20, 2026 in Neuropsychopharmacology, analyzed data from more than 11,000 participants in the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study, the largest long-term study of brain development in U.S. youth.

20 Apr 2026