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Wearable maker Whoop has not resolved its dispute with the FDA over a blood pressure feature launched last year. The FDA warned Whoop in July 2025 that the feature requires regulatory review as a medical device, though Whoop argues it qualifies as a wellness product exempt from FDA oversight.
A comprehensive guide to the best yoga mats for every need, from premium options like Lululemon and Manduka to eco-friendly and travel-specific choices, with expert testing and recommendations.
A deadly Ebola outbreak in DR Congo's Ituri province is spreading faster than originally feared, with the WHO warning that cases may be significantly undercounted and have already spread across borders and to other provinces.
Senate and House Democrats introduced resolutions to overturn the WISeR Medicare pilot program, which uses artificial intelligence to approve or deny care. The effort follows a GAO ruling determining the program should have required congressional approval before implementation.
Democrats have pushed for a vote to end Medicare's AI-based prior authorization pilot program, citing concerns over delays in patient care and implementation challenges.
An Ebola outbreak in DR Congo's Ituri province has killed an estimated 136 people with over 514 suspected cases, as the WHO warns the virus may be spreading faster than initially detected, with fears it could exceed 1,000 cases.
After mass shootings, children who witnessed or were near the violence face significant risk of trauma and PTSD. Experts provide guidance for parents and caregivers on recognizing symptoms and helping children regain a sense of safety through open communication and coping techniques.
Senate and House Democrats introduced resolutions to overturn the WISeR Medicare pilot program that uses artificial intelligence to approve or deny care for seniors, following a GAO ruling that the program should have required Congressional approval.
After 25 years of research, UCSF researcher Tippi MacKenzie's team is moving closer to conducting the first FDA-approved in utero gene therapy trial, targeting a rare genetic disease in five fetal patients.
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A rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola is spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo with more than 600 suspected cases and no available vaccine or specific treatments, raising alarm among infectious disease experts about the outbreak's potential scale and global risk.
The WHO has declared a public health emergency as Ebola cases surge in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with over 600 suspected cases and 139 deaths. Experts explain how the rare Bundibugyo strain spreads, its fatality rate, and why this outbreak is considered a "perfect storm."
As an Ebola outbreak rages in central and East Africa, public health workers say that the Trump administration's cuts to foreign aid and global health organizations have stymied the response, creating critical shortages of basic medical equipment and testing supplies.
The Trump administration faces widespread leadership gaps across health agencies, with 15 of 27 NIH institutes led by acting directors, while USAID cuts hamper the Ebola response and states sue over new education loan rules affecting healthcare workers.
The National Institutes of Health and broader Department of Health and Human Services face significant leadership challenges and organizational uncertainty.
Kylie Minogue has revealed she received a second cancer diagnosis in early 2021, which she kept private, and discusses her journey in a new Netflix documentary. The Australian singer previously underwent treatment for breast cancer in 2005, and is now using her platform to encourage others to get regular check-ups.
23andMe is partnering with HealthEx to allow customers to import their medical records and combine them with genetic data, offering AI-written health summaries for a more comprehensive view of personal health.
The WHO warns that an Ebola outbreak in DR Congo's Ituri province may be spreading faster than initially thought, with suspected cases reaching over 514 and at least 136 deaths confirmed, while local residents express fear and concern over access to protective equipment.
A deadly Ebola outbreak in DR Congo's Ituri province is spreading faster than initially thought, with at least 136 deaths reported and over 514 suspected cases, prompting the WHO to declare it an international emergency.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has vetoed legislation that would have created an advisory panel to lower prescription drug costs, arguing that similar affordability boards in other states have not effectively reduced drug prices. Unlike other state boards, Virginia's proposed panel would have used Medicare as a benchmark for drug pricing.