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Refugee and Migrant Health System Review in Lithuania
Lithuania faces challenges from increased refugees and migrants since the 2021 Belarus border crisis, prompting a WHO review on long-term health system strengthening. The review identifies opportunities for better integration and support. This is crucial for sustainable health responses in migration hotspots.
Gene-Edited CAR-T Cells Eradicate Aggressive T-Cell Leukemia
Base-edited immune cells provide a breakthrough for T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia, a tough blood cancer. The therapy precisely targets cancer cells, offering hope for patients with limited options. This advances personalized immunotherapy.
Fastest Hepatitis C Diagnostic Delivers Results in 15 Minutes
Northwestern scientists developed a rapid PCR test using the DASH system, originally for COVID, achieving accurate hepatitis C detection in just 15 minutes. This could transform access to timely treatment globally. Speed is key for curbing spread.
Sierra Leone's Timely Vaccine Co-Financing Protects Children
Government payments in 2025 ensure vaccines are available at primary health centers, boosting coverage for BCG, measles, and DTP3. This reduces zero-dose children and prevents outbreaks like past cholera and polio. Partnerships strengthen immunization systems.
New AI Tool Predicts Immunotherapy Response via Blood Tests
MSK's SCORPIO model uses routine blood tests and clinical data to forecast cancer immunotherapy outcomes, outperforming current biomarkers. It's cheaper and more accessible for global use. This enhances precision oncology.
Nanogel Targets Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections Effectively
CU Anschutz researchers created a nanogel eliminating 90% of UTI bacteria in lab models by directly targeting the bladder. This promises a cure for recurrent infections affecting millions. Collaboration across disciplines drove the innovation.
Breakthrough Gene Therapy for Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia
Drexel scientists achieved progress in gene therapy targeting this neurodegenerative disorder, offering potential restoration of mobility. Published December 15, 2025, it advances treatments for rare genetic conditions. Early results are promising.
WHO Establishes Quality Specs for Medicines and Vaccines
A week of quality focused on health products in LMICs addresses manufacturing challenges to ensure safety and efficacy. This supports reliable supply chains for essential drugs. Quality control is vital for global health equity.
New AI Tool Links Genetic Mutations to Diseases
V2P connects genetic variants to disease effects, aiding faster clinician diagnoses and therapeutic discoveries. It identifies not just mutations but their clinical impacts. This accelerates precision medicine.
Stanford Identifies Immune Switch Preventing Autoimmunity
Mouse studies reveal a mechanism stopping immune attacks on healthy tissue, critical for cancer and autoimmunity balance. This could inform new therapies for immune disorders. Understanding the switch advances immunotherapy safety.
Hepatitis B Infection Mechanism Unlocked for New Treatments
MSK research identifies a liver cell vulnerability in hepatitis B, disrupted by a cancer trial compound. Affecting 5% globally, this paves the way for novel antivirals. Lab success suggests clinical potential.
Engineered T Cells Use Fructose as Fuel Against Tumors
MSK retooled immune cells to metabolize tumor fructose, boosting anti-tumor effects in mice. Published in Nature Cancer, this enhances cell therapies for solid tumors. It overcomes metabolic barriers in the tumor microenvironment.