Woman with brain injury faced insurance refusal
Jane Rubens’ family say they faced accepting her return to the UK or having her insurance cancelled.
Health
Trial of Controversial Alzheimer’s Drug Halted After Disappointing Results
Cassava Sciences said that its drug did not significantly reduce cognitive decline in 1,900 people with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease.
An I.V.F. Mixup, a Shocking Discovery and an Unbearable Choice
Two couples in California discovered they were raising each other’s genetic children. Should they switch their girls?
World Seeks an End to Plastic Pollution at Talks in South Korea
Many nations hope to reduce the half a billion tons of plastic made each year. But pushback from plastic and oil producers, and Donald Trump’s election, could scuttle an agreement.
Assisted dying bill about right to choose – minister
Labour’s cabinet remains divided on how to vote on Friday’s bill to legalise assisted dying.
Can RFK Jr make America’s diet healthy again?
Kennedy’s plans to ban dyes in cereals and fluoride in water could get major pushback from the food industry.
Trump’s Choices for Health Agencies Suggest a Shake-Up Is Coming
The picks to oversee public health have all pushed back against Covid policies or supported ideas that are outside the medical mainstream.
So Many Days Lost at the Doctor’s Office
Medical care can be wearying and time-consuming, especially for seniors. Researchers are beginning to quantify the burdens.
Listeria Outbreak Kills One, Prompts Recall for Yu Shang Food
Officials have linked 11 listeria cases since October 2021 to items from Yu Shang Food, which is recalling more than 72,000 pounds of products.
Trump Chooses Dr. David Weldon, a Former Congressman, to Lead the C.D.C.
In selecting a doctor who is skeptical of vaccine safety, the president-elect is emphasizing his commitment to reforming the role of federal health agencies in radical ways.
Dr Martin Makary Chosen to Head the FDA
A frequent Fox News commentator, Dr. Makary has a penchant for challenging the medical establishment, and stirred pandemic concerns with his views on Covid immunity and vaccine mandates.
A toxic staffing row is splitting the NHS
A toxic row has engulfed the NHS, say ministers. So why have doctors turned on physician associates?
Parents ‘devastated’ over daughter’s suspected poisoning death
Simone White died in Laos after drinking alcohol suspected to have been laced with methanol.
Can RFK Jr. Limit Ozempic Access as HHS Chief? Here’s What to Know
President-elect Donald J. Trump is set to nominate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Health and Human Services Department, where he would have limited power over drugs.
Alcohol Deaths Have More Than Doubled in Two Decades, Study Finds
Americans are dying of illnesses related to alcohol at roughly twice the rate seen in 1999.
What is methanol and how does it affect the body?
Travellers are being warned of the dangers after six tourists in Laos died from methanol poisoning.
Behind the Drop in Overdose Deaths: Changes in Street Drugs
Experts are puzzling over which interventions are saving lives. The evolving illicit supply itself may hold important clues.
NHS ‘hours’ from PPE running out in Covid – Hancock
Former health secretary tells inquiry some healthcare settings did run out – “and it was awful”.
Bacteria Found in Tom’s of Maine Toothpaste, Inspectors Say
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning letter, but not a recall, after microorganisms were found in water samples and finished toothpaste products.
Atlas of cells transforms understanding of human body
Scientists are mapping out the 37 trillion cells of the human body and changing what we thought we knew
How to Avoid Contentious Holiday Gatherings After the Election
How to avoid a contentious family holiday after the big election.