Public Health

Another Legionnaires' disease outbreak grips New York, this time on the Upper East Side. As victims file suit, a critical question emerges: Is this a case of isolated negligence or a systemic failure of public health oversight?

Treatment Action Group's awards honor key activists, but the event is a defiant stand against sweeping cuts that threaten decades of progress against HIV and TB.

A father-daughter duo's personal fight against Lyme disease has culminated in a major retail deal, placing their chemical-free tool in Costco's aisles.

As Travelers Rest's population soars, a new Aspen Dental practice aims to fill a critical dental care gap. But its corporate-backed model sparks a wider debate.

For 13 years, aql provided free SMS services to parkrun. This £1M donation unlocked an estimated £10M in NHS savings. Now, the partnership concludes.

With a new one-hour test for deadly bloodstream infections, QIAGEN aims to arm clinicians in the fight against sepsis and antimicrobial resistance.

Anythink's new Nature Library isn't just an innovative building; it's a radical bet on ecological connection as the core of community resilience and permanent value.

The YMCA is mobilizing its 1,200-location network for a single, synchronized event. Is this a PR stunt or a scalable model for tackling social isolation?

Pinwheel's new screen-free home phone looks to the past to solve a modern crisis. But is this retro-tech a viable business strategy or a niche novelty?

Leaf Home's new stair lift lighting isn't just a feature; it's a profound step toward independence and confidence for millions aging in their own homes.

A new study reveals a stark divide between school phone bans and parental safety fears, creating a phenomenon of 'techxiety' and a booming new market.

Align Technology's $3.8M partnership with Operation Smile goes beyond charity, funding a global youth conference that's building the next generation of health advocates.

A new watchdog emerges as millions use unapproved GLP-1 drugs, many believing they're FDA-approved. How a shortage solution became a risky shadow market.

A routine food recall in Quebec reveals the hidden fragilities of our modern food supply chain, exposing the tension between artisanal quality and industrial safety.

An adult diaper company is hosting a Cubs game outing. The real story isn't the event, but a disruptive business model built on dignity and market failure.

As India confronts a metabolic health crisis, a new care paradigm is emerging. Ajanta Pharma's latest move signals a larger trend: the future is not just a pill, but a personalized, digital ecosystem.

A South Korean diagnostics firm is launching a massive study to create universal testing standards. Can real-world data finally close the global healthcare gap?

While most of the U.S. sees a drop in overdose deaths, Nevada's crisis is deepening. A Las Vegas facility's five-year anniversary highlights the critical role of localized care.

As the US sports betting market explodes, critical questions about its societal impact remain unanswered. Arnold Ventures is funding 12 studies to fill the data void.

A US robotics firm is deploying humanoid companions in UK care homes. Is this a compassionate tech breakthrough or a watershed moment for public sector innovation?