Medical Device Industry Opposes FDA Budget Cuts
The medical device industry is up in arms following the recent FDA budget cuts imposed by the Trump administration. AdvaMed, the leading medical device lobby, has taken a stand against the administration's decision to...
Former FDA Official Warns Trump’s Firings Dismantle Food Division
The Trump administration has made headlines once again, this time in the realm of food safety and nutrition. Jim Jones, former FDA deputy commissioner for foods, recently resigned due to what he describes as...
Generic Drugmakers Prevail in California Pay-to-Delay Ban Battle
In a recent turn of events, a federal judge has ruled in favor of generic drugmakers in California's battle against pay-to-delay agreements. This controversial law, enacted in 2019, aimed to ban such deals between...
International Perspectives on Turmoil in American Science
Today, let's delve into the intersection of science and politics, exploring the latest developments that are shaping the landscape of biotechnology. From new cancer data to international reactions to American academic challenges, there is...
Health Agency Cuts Impact Drug Inspectors, AI Experts, Maternal Health Workers
In a recent development on Feb. 17, 2025, federal health agencies sent shockwaves through their workforce with a series of email notifications titled "Read this email immediately." These emails, landing in the inboxes of...
Mass Layoffs Expected at Health Agencies Under Trump Administration
As the sun rose over Washington, D.C., on a Friday morning, thousands of federal health care workers across public health and science agencies braced themselves for the news that would change their lives. The...
NIH Faces Devastating Layoffs Under Trump Administration
In a recent turn of events within federal health and science agencies, including the prestigious National Institutes of Health (NIH), the looming specter of sweeping layoffs has cast a dark shadow over the scientific...
Impact of Firings at Federal Health Agencies on Individuals
The Trump administration has announced plans to cut thousands of federal health care jobs, specifically targeting probationary employees within public health and science agencies. This decision has sparked concerns and uncertainties among employees and...
Dietitians’ Review of Prebiotic Sodas: Make an Informed Choice
In a recent review by dietitians, the focus was on prebiotic sodas and their role in our daily diets. According to experts, both prebiotic and probiotic sodas are considered healthier alternatives to traditional sodas,...
1984 Tribute to NIH: Valuable Insights for Today’s Physicians
In a world where the National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced drastic cuts to indirect costs, the implications for research, innovation, and healthcare are dire. These cuts threaten the very foundation of academic medicine,...
Texas Measles Outbreak Reaches 48 Cases: Worst in 30 Years
The measles outbreak in West Texas has surged to 48 cases, predominantly affecting children and teenagers, marking it as the most severe in the state in almost three decades. According to state health officials,...
UnitedHealth’s AI care denials lawsuit allowed to proceed
In a recent turn of events, Medicare Advantage beneficiaries who believe they were wrongfully denied care by UnitedHealth Group's algorithm have reason to celebrate. A judge ruled that their case can proceed, potentially shedding...
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Devastating Toll: New Epidemic Surpasses Covid Deaths
The devastating impact of the overdose crisis has surpassed the death toll from Covid-19 in recent years. While the Covid-19 pandemic has captured global...
