Our environment is a complex mix of influences, and increasingly, scientists are realizing that understanding the full picture of those influences – everything from the air … Read more
The prospect of bioweapons developed by non-state actors has lent new urgency to multilateral pandemic preparation and response efforts. Yet at a time when AI has … Read more
The promise of preventative medicine took a significant leap forward this week with the launch of ORIGIN, a sweeping research initiative spearheaded by the Icahn School … Read more
The landscape of cancer prevention is undergoing a subtle but significant shift, moving beyond lifestyle modifications and screenings toward the potential of preventive vaccines—not to *treat* … Read more
The promise of artificial intelligence to revolutionize healthcare is colliding with a sobering reality: these powerful tools can perpetuate, and even amplify, existing biases in medical … Read more
For years, public health officials have emphasized the importance of diet and exercise in maintaining cognitive health as we age. Now, a growing body of research … Read more
A new approach to treating muscle-invasive bladder cancer—combining immunotherapy with chemotherapy and radiation—is showing promise in sparing patients from radical cystectomy, the complete removal of the … Read more
A new therapy targeting a common genetic form of high cholesterol has shown promising results in a late-stage clinical trial. The BROOKLYN study, focused on patients … Read more
A new study published this week is prompting a closer appear at how to disrupt the growth of certain blood cancers. Researchers have discovered that “rescuing” … Read more
The unexpected link between cancer and Alzheimer’s disease is gaining sharper focus, with fresh research revealing a protein secreted by tumors may offer a pathway to … Read more
The rise of artificial intelligence in healthcare promises faster diagnoses and more accessible care, but a new study reveals significant safety concerns surrounding AI-powered triage systems. … Read more
The search for cures for rare genetic diseases is gaining momentum thanks to a latest artificial intelligence model that’s revealing unexpected connections between seemingly disparate conditions. … Read more