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Regulators & agencies

FDA U.S. Food & Drug Administration — press announcements

FDA Issues Emergency Use Authorization for Drug to Prevent New World Screwworm in Multiple Species, Including Sheep, Cattle, Goats, and Swine Aug 7, 2026
FDA today issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for CLiK Extra (dicyclanil topical suspension) wound spray for application on or around wounds for the prevention of New World screwworm (NWS) infestations (myiasis).
FDA Approves New Engineered Viral Immunotherapy for Patients with Treatment-Resistant Advanced Melanoma Aug 6, 2026
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today granted accelerated approval to Tudriqev (vusolimogene oderparepvec-wtpg), a genetically modified oncolytic viral therapy for the treatment of advanced, refractory melanoma.
FDA Approves First Drug to Treat the Full Range of Narcolepsy Type 1 Symptoms Aug 5, 2026
The FDA approved Orzeyful (oveporexton) tablets for the treatment of narcolepsy type 1 in adults.
FDA Licenses First-Ever Freeze-Dried Plasma Product in the U.S. Jul 29, 2026
FDA today licensed Ezplaz Freeze Dried Plasma (FDP), making it the first freeze-dried plasma product licensed for use in the United States. Ezplaz is intended for transfusion in adult patients who need plasma and for whom other plasma products are not…
FDA Announces First Participant Selected for TEMPO for Digital Health Devices Pilot Jul 22, 2026
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced the first manufacturer selected for the Technology-Enabled Meaningful Patient Outcomes (TEMPO) for Digital Health Devices Pilot.
FDA Takes Further Steps to Remove Outdated Authorizations for Color Additives in Food Jul 22, 2026
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced two actions targeting petroleum-based color additives in food, continuing the agency’s broader efforts to Make America Healthy Again.
FDA Approves First Oral PCSK9 Inhibitor to Lower LDL Cholesterol in Adults with High Cholesterol Jul 17, 2026
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Lipfendra (enlicitide), the first oral inhibitor of proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9), as an adjunct to diet and exercise to reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), or “bad”…
FDA Issues Emergency Use Authorization for Drug for Short-Term Prevention of New World Screwworm in Horses Jul 15, 2026
The FDA today issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Ivermectin Liquid for Horses (ivermectin oral solution) for the short-term prevention of New World screwworm (NWS) infestations (myiasis) in horses when administered within 24 hours of birth or at…

WHO World Health Organization — news

WHO Director-General visits Jordan to recognize strong collaboration on health system delivery, emergency relief and advancing mental health Feb 25, 2026
The Director-General of the World Health Organization, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, today concluded the first day of his two-day State visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, underscoring the strong partnership between WHO and Jordan across the areas of…
WHO statement on notification of withdrawal of the United States Jan 24, 2026
WHO regrets the United States’ notification of withdrawal from WHO – a decision that makes both the United States and the world less safe. The notification of withdrawal raises issues that will be considered by the WHO Executive Board at its regular meeting…
Paying tribute to David Nabarro Jul 30, 2025
Tribute to Dr David Nabarro
Timor-Leste certified malaria-free by WHO Jul 23, 2025
The World Health Organization (WHO) has certified Timor-Leste as malaria-free, a remarkable achievement for a country that prioritized the disease and embarked on a concerted, nation-wide response shortly after gaining independence in 2002. “WHO congratulates…
African Union and World Health Organization renew strategic partnership to drive impact and strengthen health systems in Africa May 24, 2025
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the African Union (AU) Commission renewed their longstanding strategic partnership today with the signing of an updated Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the sidelines of the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva.…
WHO’s strategic engagement with philanthropies: advancing global health and resilient health systems May 19, 2025
Philanthropic support plays a vital role in enabling countries to build stronger health systems and advance towards health equity. From vaccine equity and pandemic preparedness to primary health care, the contributions of philanthropic partners help drive…
Worldwide rally for maternal and newborn health marks World Health Day 2025 Apr 10, 2025
On the occasion of the World Health Day 2025 dedicated to the theme of Healthier beginnings, hopeful futures, over 100 global WHO offices have organized wide-ranging public advocacy actions in collaboration with Member States, communities, health workers,…
Strengthening public health across Lebanon with EIB Global Apr 1, 2025
Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), and Thomas Östros, Vice-President of the European Investment Bank (EIB Global), met at the EIB Group Forum in Luxembourg and signed an agreement for a €10 million grant to…

CMS U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services — newsroom

CMS Ends Federal Medicaid and CHIP Funding for Sex-Rejecting Procedures for Children and Youth
CMS Ends Federal Medicaid and CHIP Funding for Sex-Rejecting Procedures for Children and Youth The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is implementing an administration priority consistent with its commitment to protect children from experimental…
CMS Announces Resources, Flexibilities to Assist with Public Health Emergency in the State of Washington
CMS Announces Resources, Flexibilities to Assist with Public Health Emergency in the State of Washington The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced today additional resources and flexibility available in response to a Public Health Emergency…
Regulatory Alignment for Predictable and Immediate Device Coverage Pathway (CMS-3487-NC) Procedural Notice Inviting Comment
Regulatory Alignment for Predictable and Immediate Device Coverage Pathway (CMS-3487-NC) Procedural Notice Inviting Comment
CMS Launches New State Toolkit to Protect Children with Autism, Strengthen Oversight of Applied Behavior Analysis Services
CMS Launches New State Toolkit to Protect Children with Autism, Strengthen Oversight of Applied Behavior Analysis Services Resource supports child-centered, evidence-based care while strengthening program integrity, protecting children from inappropriate…
Readout: CMS Celebrates Delivery of the Health Technology Ecosystem, One Year After Launch
Readout: CMS Celebrates Delivery of the Health Technology Ecosystem, One Year After Launch The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently hosted the one-year celebration of the Health Technology Ecosystem, bringing together leaders from the…
FY 2027 Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System and Long-Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System Final Rule (CMS-1849-F)
FY 2027 Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System and Long-Term Care Hospital Prospective Payment System Final Rule (CMS-1849-F)

Journals

Nature Medicine Nature Medicine — latest research & news

Regulatory fragmentation as the hidden barrier to regional vaccine sovereignty Aug 13, 2026
How to build an AI-driven digital organism Aug 13, 2026
AI decision support is scaling-up fast — can the evidence keep up? Aug 13, 2026
Editorial Expression of Concern: Evidence from a genetic fate-mapping study that stem cells refresh adult mammalian cardiomyocytes after injury Aug 12, 2026
Frugal AI is the missing piece in cervical cancer screening Aug 12, 2026
Sleep as therapy Aug 12, 2026
First-line PD-1/VEGF bispecific antibody plus chemotherapy in triple-negative breast cancer: a phase 2 trial Aug 12, 2026
From RAS inhibitor resistance to rational combination strategies Aug 11, 2026

npj Digital Medicine npj Digital Medicine (Nature Portfolio) — digital health & health-tech research

Preprints

medRxiv medRxiv — health-sciences preprints (not yet peer-reviewed)

Predictors of Brain Injury: The Performance of Biomechanical Head Acceleration Severity Metrics for Concussion Prediction in Men's and Women's Rugby League Players Aug 13, 2026
Objective Describe and compare the biomechanical severity of head acceleration events (HAEs) associated with diagnosed concussion in elite men's and women's rugby league using instrumented mouthguards (iMGs) and evaluate the diagnostic accuracy and screening…
Evaluation and demonstration of a new tuberculosis diagnostic tool for Indonesia: Study protocol of the EVIDENT cluster randomised controlled trial Aug 13, 2026
Introduction: Most people with tuberculosis (TB) reside in countries with limited resources for prompt TB diagnosis, resulting in diagnosis and treatment delays and ongoing community transmission. Current TB diagnostics rely on sputum, while some people with…
Child disciplining practices and their association with child stunting in Rwanda: insights from a population-based study Aug 13, 2026
This study investigated the prevalence of physical and non-physical disciplining methods used by mothers of young children in Rwanda and examined their association with child stunting. The role of disciplining practices in child linear growth remains largely…
Study Protocol: Risk and resilience factors in problematic internet use among Sami and non-Sami adolescents in Finnmark, Arctic Norway: the role of social norms and ethnic identity Aug 13, 2026
Problematic Internet Use (PIU)--marked by compulsive or maladaptive online behavior--is an emerging public health issue among adolescents and is associated with psychological distress, social difficulties, and academic problems. In Finnmark County, Norways…
Increased HIV incidence during Event-Driven PrEP compared to Daily PrEP in the Netherlands Aug 13, 2026
Background Clinical trials demonstrated high efficacy of daily and event-driven oral pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) in HIV prevention. Event-driven PrEP involves taking two tablets before and two times one tablet after sexual contact (2-1-1/on-demand). While…
Albuminuria-Predominant Kidney-Metabolic Discordance and Cardiovascular Mortality Despite Lower TyG: A Nationally Representative Cohort Study Aug 13, 2026
BACKGROUND: Albuminuria and the triglyceride-glucose (TyG) index reflect distinct kidney and metabolic dimensions of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic health. We tested whether a comparatively lower TyG attenuates albuminuria-associated mortality risk. METHODS:…
Forecasting laboratory measurements from longitudinal electronic health records Aug 13, 2026
Forecasting a patient's laboratory measurements at future clinical visits from longitudinal electronic health records (EHRs) can support disease monitoring and treatment planning in the context of personalized medicine. However, accurate prediction remains…
Interconnected Challenges in Dementia Caregiving: A Co-occurrence Network Analysis of Burden, Unmet Needs, and System Failures Among Caregivers Aug 13, 2026
Background: Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) is a growing global public health challenge, and caregivers experience high rates of burden, unmet needs, and system failures. These challenges vary by caregiver role and relationship to the care…

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