Caenorhabditis elegans, a tiny nematode just one millimeter long and composed of just 959 cells, has become an indispensable model organism in biological research. Its simple anatomy and genetics have positioned it…
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Columbia oncology surgeon faces multiple research retractions
This week, a major surgical oncology division at Columbia University faced a significant setback with the retraction of five research papers and a warning note attached to a sixth, highlighting ongoing research…
Fisher-Price recalls millions of Snuga swings following deaths of young children
Fisher-Price has issued a voluntary recall of more than two million Snuga swings following reports of at least five infant deaths linked to the product. The recall, announced jointly with the U.S….
US seeks international help to address IV fluid shortages after hurricanes
In response to the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene, U.S. health officials are urgently coordinating international efforts to import intravenous (IV) fluids. These efforts aim to mitigate severe shortages that have already…
The Daytona Beach IV Fluid Plant remains operational following Hurricane Milton
In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton’s devastating passage through Florida, significant relief comes from Daytona Beach, where a critical IV fluid manufacturing plant reported no damage. This facility, operated by B Braun…
Florida healthcare facilities prepare for Hurricane Milton
As Hurricane Milton approaches, healthcare facilities on Florida’s west coast are implementing emergency measures, including closing and evacuating hospitals, nursing homes and clinics in anticipation of the storm’s expected severe impact. The…
Nobel Prize in Medicine awarded to researchers for innovative work on microRNAs
The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers Victor Ambros of Chan Medical School at the University of Massachusetts and Gary Ruvkun of Harvard Medical School. Their pioneering…