Afiqah Nordin
Hospitals lag in quantum-proofing critical medical devices
Only 6% of critical medical devices are quantum-proofed, leaving hospitals vulnerable to encryption breaches that could expose patient records—while IT systems
Nobel Prize in Medicine Awarded for Optogenetics Breakthrough
The 2026 Nobel Prize in Medicine honors optogenetics breakthrough by Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel for controlling brain cells with…
U.S. to cut Medicaid for legal immigrants starting October
Starting October, the U.S. will cut Medicaid for hundreds of thousands of legal immigrants, with spending reductions exceeding $900 billion by 2034…
Trump Administration Slashes $1 Billion from HHS Programs
The Trump administration slashes $1 billion from HHS programs, targeting initiatives for immigrants and diversity, including healthcare access for marginalized
U.S. Measles Outbreak Worst Since 1991, Sparks Debate
The U.S. faces its worst measles outbreak since 1991, sparking debates over vaccination and public health measures.
Kaiser and UnitedHealthcare lead satisfaction as scores dip
Kaiser and UnitedHealthcare lead in Medicare Advantage satisfaction as scores dip nationwide among members.
University of Benghazi Reopens After 11-Year Closure
The University of Benghazi reopened on September 4, 2026, after an eleven-year closure led by the Libyan Development and Reconstruction Fund.
Microneedle patch detects kidney disease early
Microneedle patch detects kidney disease early with a painless skin patch capturing biomarkers for early diagnosis and treatment of kidney disease.
Many US schools near toxic sites
Millions of US children attend schools near toxic sites, posing environmental hazards to their health and wellbeing, including superfund sites.
How Your Memories Change With Remembering
New research shows how your memories change with remembering. Discover how retrieving information updates your brain's records in this Rice University study.