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Ontario court sides with patient appealing province’s refusal to cover out-of-country cancer treatment
Court finds justifications unreasonable and inadequately explained, orders new decision by Oct. 2
Bartko Pavia Secures Landmark California Appellate Victory, on Behalf of one of its Hospital Clients, Reviving Antitrust Claims Against MultiPlan
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #BartkoPavia--Bartko Pavia Secures Landmark California Appellate Victory, on Behalf of one of its Hospital Clients, Reviving Antitrust Claims Against MultiPlan.
Stroke is becoming more common among younger adults. What experts want them to know
Most people don’t worry about their cardiovascular health until they get older. But strokes, one type of cardiovascular disease, in young adults are steadily on the rise — and have nearly doubled in the last three decades, according to a new study.
FDA panel endorses first-of-a-kind cancer blood test from Grail
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal health advisers on Wednesday endorsed a blood test designed to spot signs of various cancers in apparently healthy people while warning that it's far from clear how well it works. Grail Inc.
RFK Jr.'s CDC isn’t letting states order COVID-19 shots for kids, blocking access
US health deptartment said it wants to ensure the vaccine orders are "appropriate."
Anonymous $100M donation boosts Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation - Global News
Anonymous $100M donation boosts Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation Global News It's the largest donation for cancer care in Canadian history. And that may not be the best part Toronto Star The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation receives historic donation from an anonymous donor CTV News The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation Launches Historic $2.5 Billion Carry The Fire Campaign PR Newswire Canada Anonymous donor gifts $100M to Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation CBC
Elevar Therapeutics Announces FDA Approval of Lyrfigtu (Lirafugratinib) as Second-line Cholangiocarcinoma with FGFR2 Fusion or Other Rearrangement Treatment Option
FORT LEE, N.J., Sept. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Elevar Therapeutics, Inc., a majority-owned subsidiary of HLB Co., Ltd. and a fully integrated biopharmaceutical company dedicated to elevating treatment experiences and outcomes for cancer patients, today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted approval for LYRFIGTUTM (lirafugratinib) as a treatment option for patients with cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) with FGFR2 fusion or other rearrangement.
Bartko Pavia Secures Landmark California Appellate Victory, on Behalf of one its Hospital Clients, Reviving Antitrust Claims Against MultiPlan
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #BartkoPavia--Bartko Pavia Secures Landmark California Appellate Victory, on Behalf of one its Hospital Clients, Reviving Antitrust Claims Against MultiPlan.
Blood tests find high levels of cancer-causing forever chemical in residents near factory - BBC
Blood tests find high levels of cancer-causing forever chemical in residents near factory BBC Alarm over ‘forever chemicals’ in blood of Lancashire town residents The Times Higher levels of ‘forever chemicals’ found in blood of locals near chemical site | ITV News ITVX Toxins in soil near chemical plant: ‘Have we been poisoning each other?’ The Times Higher levels of ‘forever chemicals’ found in blood of locals near chemical site Yahoo News UK
Blood tests find high level of cancer-causing forever chemical in residents near factory
People living near a major chemical factory in Lancashire are told they could be at risk of serious health conditions.
'Cancer counselling helped me with dark feelings'
Patient Emma Tom says counselling sessions from blood cancer charity Linc helped her and her family.
Stoke Therapeutics Appoints Bo Cumbo to its Board of Directors, Enhancing Commercial Expertise as the Company Advances Zorevunersen Development Toward Potential FDA Approval and Commercialization
BEDFORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Stoke Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: STOK) is a biotechnology company dedicated to restoring protein expression by harnessing the body’s potential with RNA medicine and has a lead investigational medicine, zorevunersen, in development as a first-in-class potential disease-modifying treatment for Dravet syndrome. Today, the Company announced the appointment of Bo Cumbo to its Board of Directors. Concurrent with Mr. Cumbo’s appointment, Edward Kaye, M.D., has retired
Gossamer Bio Submits New Drug Application to U.S. FDA for Seralutinib for the Treatment of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $GOSS--Gossamer Bio, Inc. (Nasdaq: GOSS) (the “Company” or “Gossamer”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of seralutinib for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD), today announced that it submitted a New Drug Application (NDA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in September 2026 for seralutinib for the
Hospital releases details of nursing home fire
A fire involving an electric chair that was plugged into an electrical outlet was reported at approximately 11:00 a.m. today at Neshoba County Nursing Home.
Dead Kennedys announce that founding guitarist East Bay Ray has Parkinson's disease
East Bay Ray, a founding member of the San Francisco punk band Dead Kennedys, "plans to continue performing and touring," management said.
Kottarakkara: Youth Carries Snake That Bit Him To Hospital In Bottle! Read On
Ashley from Kottarakkara got a huge shock when a snake bit him while he was picking up a shirt from the clothesline. But instead of panicking, he caught the snake and took it straight to the hospital.
Dolly Parton secretly travelled to Germany for experimental cancer treatment before her death at 80, flew to Frankfurt on private jet and stayed for a week: Report
Dolly Parton reportedly travelled secretly to Frankfurt, Germany, on a private jet for an experimental cancer treatment before her death at 80. Sources said the country music icon remained in Germany for about a week before returning home and believed the treatment had restored her strength. The exact type of cancer and nature of the experimental procedure remain undisclosed.
‘Why Wait To Fall Ill?’ MP CM Mohan Yadav Pushes Ayurveda For Disease Prevention
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav said Ayurveda is not limited to treating diseases but also focuses on preventing them by maintaining a balance in diet, thoughts and conduct.</p> <p class="isSelectedEnd">Addressing a state-level programme at Pandit Khushilal Sharma Government Autonomous Ayurveda College in Bhopal on Wednesday, on the occasion of the 11th National Ayurveda Day, Yadav said India's Yoga and Ayurvedic systems of medicine have regained global reco
Ebola surveillance expands beyond DR Congo borders as IOM steps up efforts - africanews.com
Ebola surveillance expands beyond DR Congo borders as IOM steps up efforts africanews.com WHO sees gains against Ebola outbreak, but warns crisis far from over Daily Sabah 'Encouraging signs' in Congo Ebola fight: World Health The Canberra Times Medical teams in DRC face difficult conditions as the race to contain Ebola outbreak africanews.com
Grass Roots and Cowboy Boots raises $3.78 million for Prince County Hospital in Summerside
SUMMERSIDE, P.E.I. — Grass Roots and Cowboy Boots has raised $3.78 million for the Prince County Hospital. Now in its 18th year, the combination dinner, show and auction attracted more than 1,000 people to Credit Union Place in Summerside on Sept. 12. The event, founded by the Ellis family, helps buy much-needed medical equipment and [...]
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