F.D.A. Names Agency Veteran to Run Drug Division
Dr. Richard Pazdur, who has been the F.D.A.’s top cancer drug regulator, represents a stabilizing choice for an agency reeling under staff cuts and low morale.
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Nolan Williams, Who Stimulated the Brain to Treat Depression, Dies at 43
A neuroscientist, he employed a battery of high-tech tools in devising a fast-acting therapy that targets the area of the brain where depression originates.
Hospital trust fined £500k over death of patient
Alice Figueiredo, 22, took her own life at Goodmayes Hospital, east London, in July 2015.
Nurses penalised for trans complaint, says lawyer
Closing submissions are being made in an employment tribunal brought by eight female nurses.
TikTok creator ‘so sorry’ over cancer diagnosis lie
Brittany Miller is known for posting food and lifestyle content to her three-and-a-half million followers.
Why South Africa’s public health system is ruined, bar one province
A damning report on South Africa’s public health system from the Auditor-General (AGSA) reveals a ‘total absence of accountability.’
For Parents of Children With Autism, There Are No Easy Answers
Two reporters wanted to witness firsthand how doctors and families navigate mixed messages and unproven claims.
The Young Women Grappling With an ‘Old Man’s Disease’
Diagnosed with A.L.S., they traded stories, drank tequila and made grim jokes at a unique annual gathering on Cape Cod.
Pharmacist suspended after BBC Botox sting
Cornelius Agoye was filmed supplying Botox to an undercover BBC researcher in a breach of the rules.
Nearly all NHS trusts failing to hit cancer target
Experts say patients are being harmed by cancer diagnosis and treatment delays.
Three easy ways to help you beat the winter blues
It’s easy to feel gloomy in winter, but here are three ways to help you manage the darker days and even embrace them.
William recalls Kate cancer talk with children
He said they chose to “communicate a lot more” with their children about challenges being faced.
F.D.A. Will Remove Black Box Warnings From Hormone Treatments for Menopause
The benefits of hormone replacement have been underappreciated, Dr. Marty Makary, the agency’s commissioner, said on Monday. Critics described evidence for the change as insufficient.
Surgical menopause like a ‘hormonal cliff edge’
Surgical menopause is the immediate onset of menopause caused by the removal of both ovaries.
Illuminated
Emily Berry’s exploration of agoraphobia.
Nursing watchdog ‘should’ve acted faster on Letby’
Lucy Letby was free to work without any restrictions imposed by the regulator until she was charged.
Infant Formula Recalled Amid Botulism Investigation
Health agencies asked caregivers to stop using two batches of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula after they found an increase in cases of infant botulism.
New flu virus mutation could see ‘worst season in a decade’
Leading flu experts say they will not be surprised if this year’s is the worst flu season for a decade.
Ever feel the need to switch off? Your vagus nerve might hold the key
You might not have heard of it, but can training your vagus nerve give you a moment or two of peace?
Merck PCSK9 Pill Results Point to Extremely Low Cholesterol Future
The drug targets the PCSK9 protein, and could give millions of people a more affordable option to reduce their heart disease risk.
Robert H. Bartlett, Father of Innovative Life-Support System, Dies at 86
He developed extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, or ECMO, a treatment that can sustain patients whose hearts and lungs are failing — for days or weeks or longer.