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New Drugs Offer Hope for Alzheimer's
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New Drugs Offer Hope for Alzheimer's

New antibody drugs are offering a significant breakthrough in the fight against Alzheimer's disease, demonstrating the ability to slow cognitive decline in individuals with early-onset forms of the condition by targeting and removing amyloid plaques. This promising development, spearheaded by research at institutions like Washington University School of Medicine and supported by substantial funding, aims to intervene before symptoms fully manifest, potentially extending cognitive function for patients.

WHO: Act Now for Fair TB Vaccine Access
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WHO: Act Now for Fair TB Vaccine Access

The World Health Organization (WHO) launched a critical report on November 6, 2025, calling for robust financing and access strategies for novel tuberculosis (TB) vaccines, which could save millions of lives and fundamentally alter the course of the global epidemic. This groundbreaking analysis emphasizes the urgent need to ensure these life-saving vaccines reach adolescents and adults in high-burden countries, particularly as initial demand is expected to significantly outpace supply, risking delays in their vital public health impact.

Delhi Suffers 'Very Poor' Air Quality
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Delhi Suffers 'Very Poor' Air Quality

New Delhi grappled with dangerously high air pollution on November 4, 2025, as the Air Quality Index (AQI) soared to "very poor" across the city and exceeded 400 in several hotspots, posing significant health risks. Authorities swiftly enacted Stage 2 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), imposing restrictions on construction and vehicular movement, even as the Supreme Court demanded an action plan from the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) amid concerns over non-functional monitoring stations.

WHO Guidance Amidst Health Funding Cuts
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WHO Guidance Amidst Health Funding Cuts

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued urgent new guidance to help low- and middle-income countries combat a projected 30-40% drop in external health funding by 2025, which is already severely disrupting essential services and causing job losses. This critical directive aims to assist nations in mobilizing sustainable domestic financing and reducing their dependence on foreign aid to safeguard health gains and save lives.

New Mpox Variant Spreads in US, Europe
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New Mpox Variant Spreads in US, Europe

A newer mpox variant, clade Ib, is actively spreading through communities in the United States and Europe, with recent unlinked cases in California signaling local transmission and prompting renewed vigilance from health officials. The World Health Organization has issued warnings as global cases in 2025 have already surpassed last year's total, presenting increased challenges for detection and prevention despite a low immediate risk to the general public.

WHO Unveils New Health Emergency Plan
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WHO Unveils New Health Emergency Plan

The WHO launched its new National Health Emergency Alert and Response Framework on October 23, 2025, to bolster countries' ability to prepare for and respond to increasingly complex health crises, drawing lessons from past pandemics like COVID-19. This guide provides a standardized approach for

Biden Completes Prostate Cancer Radiation
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Biden Completes Prostate Cancer Radiation

Former President Joe Biden has successfully completed a course of radiation therapy for an aggressive form of prostate cancer.

Blind Patients Read Again With New Eye
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Blind Patients Read Again With New Eye

A groundbreaking electronic eye implant, known as the PRIMA System, has enabled blind patients to read again, marking a significant advancement in artificial vision. Surgeons involved in internatio...

Two Weekly Workouts Boost Optimal Health
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Two Weekly Workouts Boost Optimal Health

New research indicates that individuals may only need to engage in structured workouts twice a week to achieve significant health and fitness benefits. This finding challenges the common perception...

Utah's Menopause Care Gap Under Scrutiny
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Utah's Menopause Care Gap Under Scrutiny

On World Menopause Day, October 18, 2025, a critical spotlight falls on the significant gap in menopause care across Utah and the broader United States. The annual observance, led by the Internatio...

Early Detection Crucial for Young Breast
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Early Detection Crucial for Young Breast

Marissa Coreno, at just 27 years old, received a life-altering diagnosis of Stage II breast cancer after initially dismissing a lump under her armpit. Her story, reported by CBS News, underscores t...

McLean Pioneers New Childhood OCD Treatments
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McLean Pioneers New Childhood OCD Treatments

McLean Hospital clinicians are spearheading innovative treatment models to address the critical shortage of affordable and accessible therapy for children and adolescents battling Obsessive-Compuls...

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