What Advances in Medicine and Healthcare Look Like: And Why We Must Keep Striving for More
We delve into the cutting edge of medical innovation, highlighting advancements in precision medicine, the revolutionary potential of mRNA and next-generation vaccines, and the transformative power of regenerative medicine and gene editing.
What We Lose by Cutting Research Funding in the U.S.A.
For decades, the United States has led the world in biomedical innovation, powered by long-term investment in public research infrastructure. Institutions like the NIH, NSF, and CDC have been cornerstones of medical progress and global health preparedness. But that leadership is slipping. Research budgets are flattening or declining in real dollars, while political instability further threatens their continuity.
The Resurgence of Measles: A Wake-Up Call for Global Public Health and Pharma
According to the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF, global measles cases increased by over 40% in 2024 compared to the previous year, with over 500,000 confirmed infections and at least 70,000 reported deaths—the highest since 2019.