September 15, 2025

The Hidden Hazard: Fall-Risk Drugs

US fall-related deaths in older adults are rising, with prescription drugs a key contributor and safer alternatives urged.

KFF Health News

September 12, 2025

FDA Considers Ending Routine Advisory Committees on New Drugs

The FDA move to limit advisory committee involvement in drug approvals has prompted debate on the balance between efficiency and transparency.

KFF Health News

September 12, 2025

Cemiplimab Reduces Recurrence in High-Risk cSCC

First adjuvant immunotherapy trial shows 23% absolute reduction in recurrence for resected cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.

Conexiant

September 11, 2025

COVID Exits Top 10 as US Deaths Fall

Age-adjusted US death rate fell 3.8% in 2024, the lowest since 2020, provisional data show

Conexiant

September 11, 2025

Treatment of Anal Precancer May Lower Cancer Risk in HIV

Routine screening now includes anoscopy to confirm positive anal Pap or HPV test results.

Conexiant

September 10, 2025

Study Ties Diet to Lung Cancer Risk

High consumption of ultra-processed foods was associated with increased risk of lung cancer, including both non-small cell and small cell subtypes.

Conexiant

September 09, 2025

Merger Cure? Rural Hospitals Try Networks

Mobile magnetic resonance imaging units and rural hospital networks support independent hospitals in improving access to diagnostic imaging and patient care in underserved areas.

KFF Health News

September 08, 2025

FDA Expands Indications for Von Willebrand Disease

FDA expands Vonvendi to adult routine prophylaxis (types 1 and 2) and pediatric on-demand/perioperative use.

Conexiant

September 08, 2025

Final Rest, First Do No Harm

On Cape Cod, a family chooses green burial, comparing costs, conservation cemeteries, human composting, and eco-friendly end-of-life options as demand grows.

KFF Health News