Health
WHO Director-General Visits Congo Amid Ebola Outbreak
World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived in Bunia, a city in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, amid an outbreak of a rare Ebola type. The virus spreads rapidly despite improved health facilities
Reflecting on HIV/AIDS, Legacy of Tragedies, and Social Advocacy
Remembering the Early AIDS Crisis Forty-five years ago, The New York Times reported about a mysterious “gay cancer.” It was the onset of a severe public health crisis. By the mid-1990s, I worked as a
Cruise Ship Passengers Facing Extended Monitoring After Quarantine
The Trump administration has set strict monitoring rules for 18 cruise ship passengers who have been under federal quarantine at the University of Nebraska Medical Center due to potential hantavirus exposure. These passengers are expected
China’s Biotechnology Industry Challenges U.S. Dominance
China’s Growing Presence in Biotechnology At an international oncology conference in Chicago, clinical trials conducted in China are gaining significant attention. The growth of China’s biotechnology sector is raising concerns about the United States losing
Moisturizers for Mature Skin: Expert Recommendations and Top Picks
As skin ages, it often exhibits signs such as fine lines, wrinkles, and excessive dryness. Altering your skincare routine, especially focusing on moisturizers, can help manage these changes. While moisturizers hydrate your skin, they also
Trump Endorses Vaccine Policy Overhaul Proposed by HHS Study
President Donald Trump has shown his support for a study from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that suggests reducing the number of vaccines recommended for American children. The study, conducted in January,
Impact of Supreme Court Decision on Homelessness Management
Recent research highlights the impact of a Supreme Court decision allowing cities to enforce stricter measures against homelessness. The study, published in the American Journal of Public Health, focused on Oakland, California, and found a
U.S. Ebola Measures: Americans to Receive Medical Care in Europe
The U.S. government has announced that any American citizens contracting Ebola will receive advanced medical care in Europe rather than being brought back to the United States. This decision is part of an ongoing strategy
U.S. Expands Airport Entry Points for Travelers from Ebola-Affected Regions
The U.S. government has broadened the list of airports accepting travelers from Ebola-affected countries as health authorities globally raise alarms about the current outbreak’s potential lethality. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has confirmed the
U.S. Sees Historic Drop in Overdose Deaths
In a significant development for public health, overdose fatalities in the U.S. decreased by about 14% in 2025 compared to the previous year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported 69,973 deaths from