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University of Sharjah Study Links Autoimmune B-Cells to Severe Viral Infections
University of Sharjah researchers published findings in Cell. Results indicate pre-existing autoimmune B-cell responses targeting type I interferons underlie severe viral infections.
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Researcher Abigail Dove Ties Metabolic Syndrome to Accelerated Brain Aging in U.K. Study
Karolinska Institute researcher Abigail Dove presented findings linking metabolic syndrome to accelerated brain aging. Having all five syndrome components made brains appear 2.3 years older than chronological age.
Pegcetacoplan Slows Geographic Atrophy Progression in Real-World Data Analysis from Montreal Conference
Real-world data presented at a Montreal conference show pegcetacoplan slows geographic atrophy progression in eyes. Treatment resulted in fewer patients losing 15 letters compared to controls during an 18-month follow-up period. Pegcetacoplan alone slowed best-corrected visual acuity deterioration compared to controls. Compared with pretreatment status, the rate of geographic atrophy progression decreased following treatment initiation.
Cameroon Reports RTS,S Malaria Vaccine Coverage Increases from 2024 to 2025
The National Malaria Control Program stated coverage rates rose for three doses between 2024 and 2025. Third-dose coverage reached 59% while fourth-dose coverage stood at 25% in 2025.
Enck Testifies on Plastic Risks at United Nations Treaty Negotiations
Judith Enck testified at United Nations plastics treaty negotiations about health and environmental impacts of plastic production. She cited microplastics in human tissue and cancer risk in Louisiana communities near facilities.
Selumetinib Retreatment Maintains Stable Disease In Recurrent Pediatric Glioma
Researchers presented evidence supporting selumetinib retreatment for children with recurrent low-grade glioma. The study examined whether retreatment with selumetinib is a viable strategy and met all predetermined statistical parameters for success, with over 80% of 35 enrolled children achieving stable disease for at least 12 months during therapy.
Glasgow Royal Infirmary Finds No Epidural Link to Newborn Neurological Risk
Glasgow Royal Infirmary researchers analyzed nearly 500,000 Scottish births from 2007 to 2019. The study found no association between epidural analgesia and neonatal neurological morbidity within 28 days.
LiBBY Trial Shows THC-CBD Formulation Reduces Agitation in Dementia Patients
LiBBY trial findings were presented July 14, 2026, in London. The THC-CBD formulation reduced agitation scores meaningfully more than placebo among hospice-eligible dementia patients.
Rome Sant'Andrea Hospital Researchers Find Microplastics in Heart Attack Patients
Sant'Andrea University Hospital researchers published findings in the European Heart Journal. Microplastics were found in a majority of heart attack patients compared to a smaller proportion of controls.
TRICARE Allows Early Prescription Refills In 45 Texas Counties Through July 2026
TRICARE beneficiaries in 45 Texas counties can refill prescriptions early via emergency waiver. The Defense Health Agency authorized the measure to ensure access to essential medications during severe storms in Texas.
Diranersen Slows Cognitive Decline in Early Alzheimer's Disease in CELIA Trial
Biogen presented CELIA trial data showing diranersen slowed cognitive decline in early Alzheimer's disease. The lowest dosage reduced decline by 26 percent compared with placebo while reducing tau biomarkers.
Sungkyunkwan University Professor Develops Biosensor to Detect Early Liver Fibrosis
A research team led by Professor Jinsung Park developed an electrochemical biosensor to detect early-stage liver fibrosis. Validation showed the platform distinguishes healthy individuals from patients with 100% specificity.
Surgeons in Jeonju, South Korea, Find 10-Inch Tapeworm During Hernia Surgery
Surgeons in Jeonju, South Korea, removed a viable 10-inch tapeworm from a 71-year-old man during hernia surgery. He was diagnosed with sparganosis and received antiparasitic drugs after consuming raw snake meat fifty years ago.
Organizers Add Daraxonrasib Panel to London Pancreatic Cancer Conference
Organizers added a daraxonrasib panel to a London pancreatic cancer conference. Daraxonrasib patients lived nearly twice as long as those on chemotherapy in a 500-person trial.
Health Workers Close Ebola Center In Eastern Congo During Outbreak
Health workers in Ituri province, eastern Congo, closed an Ebola treatment center on July 13, 2026. The strike halted operations during an outbreak with 702 deaths as officials seek to resolve the situation.
New England Journal of Medicine Study Links Knee Surgery to Osteoarthritis
A 10-year study found arthroscopic knee surgery provides little benefit for degenerative cartilage tears. Findings prompt scrutiny of the procedure which remains common in the United States despite declining use elsewhere.
SURPASS-EARLY Trial Findings Support Early Tirzepatide Use For Type 2 Diabetes
SURPASS-EARLY trial results were presented at the American Diabetes Association annual meeting. Stefano Del Prato said results support early treatment for newly diagnosed diabetes patients.
UK MHRA Approves University of Oxford Ebola Vaccine Trials for Human Testing
The UK MHRA approved human trials for the University of Oxford Ebola vaccine. Fifty healthy adults will receive doses within weeks as no approved treatments exist for the Bundibugyo strain.
Li Finds Weight Loss with Obesity Drugs
Sheyu Li conducted a review of 262 obesity medication trials to assess weight loss. Tirzepatide showed the greatest mean weight difference at one year.
UK Treasury Revises Disciplinary Procedures Following Staff Suicide
The UK Treasury modifies disciplinary procedures following the suicide of employee Chloe Moffat. Managers receive additional training as the inquest continues.
U.K. Chief Medical Officers Issue Updated Physical Activity Guidelines
U.K. Chief Medical Officers issued updated physical activity guidelines recommending 150 minutes weekly. Isabel Oliver noted everyone gains health benefits from any level of physical activity participation.
UK Government Launches Vaping Product Consultation
The UK government launched a 12-week consultation to restrict vaping products. Proposed regulations mandate plain packaging to protect children from nicotine addiction.
Setmelanotide Reduces BMI and Hunger in Phase III Trial
Setmelanotide reduced body mass index and hunger in patients with acquired hypothalamic obesity during the phase III TRANSCEND trial. Participants taking the drug lost 36.4 pounds while placebo patients gained 5.3 pounds.
Banerjee Reports Long COVID Drug Trial Results
Amitava Banerjee reported modest, temporary fatigue reductions from colchicine and famotidine-loratadine. Rivaroxaban showed no benefit and score differences were not present by week 24.