AI Risks for Disabled Individuals: Understanding Vulnerabilities
AI Risks for Disabled Individuals: Understanding VulnerabilitiesIn today's fast-paced world of advancing technology, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of healthcare. However, a recent report by the Center for Democracy and Technology...
Trump’s FDA and NIH Picks, FDA Office Crunch: Pharmalittle Update
As the week comes to a close, many of us are looking forward to some well-deserved rest and relaxation. Personally, I'm excited to spend time with loved ones, walk my furry friends, and enjoy...
Criticism from Industry Group on UK Drug Rebate Increase
U.K. Industry Group Criticizes Drug Rebate Increase ProposalA recent government proposal in the U.K. to raise mandatory rebates for drug companies aimed at supporting the National Health Service (NHS) has sparked intense criticism from...
NIH Prepares for Budget Cuts and Centralized Control
The National Institutes of Health are bracing for significant budget cuts and centralized control, sending ripples of fear and confusion through the scientific community. Scientists, administrators, and other employees are left uncertain about the...
RFK Jr.’s Stem Cell Deregulation Roundtable: Red Flags Raised
Renowned cell biology and human anatomy professor at UC Davis School of Medicine, Paul Knoepfler, introduces a new column, Lab Dish, focusing on regenerative medicine. The recent roundtable on regenerative medicine hosted by Health...
Senate Health Committee Approves Trump’s FDA and NIH Nominees
In a recent development, the Senate health committee has voted to approve Marty Makary as the Food and Drug Administration commissioner and Jay Bhattacharya as the director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH)....
Medical Device Safety Incident Reporting Study: FDA Late Reporting Frequency
A recent study published in the BMJ sheds light on the concerning frequency of late reporting of medical device safety incidents to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Manufacturers are required to report issues...
Study on Vaccines and Autism Impacting RFK Jr.’s Pledges
A recent development in the world of healthcare has sparked controversy and intrigue, as reports of a proposed federal study on the potential link between vaccines and autism have surfaced. This study, reportedly planned...
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 attention and resources, the ongoing drug crisis has quietly taken...
Former NIH Director Francis Collins Concerned for Safety in Washington
Francis Collins, the esteemed former director of the National Institutes of Health, found himself in a precarious situation as he prepared to address the Stand Up for Science rally in Washington. The setting was...
Google Shifts Focus to ‘Health Optimization’ Amid Trump’s DEI Targeting
Google's recent shift in focus from "health equity" to "health optimization" has sparked discussions and debates surrounding the impact of President Trump's views on diversity, equity, and inclusion. The tech giant, known for its...
Former Sexual & Gender Minority Office Employees on Administrative Leave
Employees at the National Institutes of Health who were previously part of the Sexual & Gender Minority Research Office found themselves in a state of uncertainty as they were unexpectedly placed on administrative leave....