Health and Nutrition
American Catholics reported a greater sense of meaning in life after Pope Leo XIV’s election, study finds
A papal election may offer Catholics more than a new leader. A daily survey study suggests practicing American Catholics felt their lives were slightly more meaningful after Pope …
When politicians echo white replacement theory, extremist activity rises
An analysis of political rhetoric and mobilization shows that when elected officials endorse demographic conspiracy theories, their rhetoric is tied to measurable increases in whi…
STAT+: Highly anticipated Moderna-Merck melanoma cancer vaccine data arrived early
In data released at ESMO, the Moderna-Merck personalized mRNA cancer vaccine reduced recurrence-free survival and the time until distant metastasis occurred.
STAT+: Diabetes association says ‘threat’ preceded members’ ejections, but admits policies were unclear
The American Diabetes Association has issued two explanations, two reviews and an apology over its June convention. A Friday report adds new twists.
STAT+: Patient dies in Bristol Myers Squibb autoimmune CAR-T trial
Where should the safety bar be for studies investigating CAR-T therapies for autoimmune conditions?
STAT+: Most cancer drugs approved by European regulators lack a high clinical benefit, analysis finds
Most new cancer medicines approved by European regulators over a recent four-year period do not offer high clinical benefit, a new analysis finds.
College-educated people aren’t Big Tech’s biggest fans. They’re its most conflicted, study suggests
Researchers expected university graduates to view Big Tech more favorably. Instead, a six-country survey found education was linked mainly to ambivalence, with highly educated rig…
STAT+: Novartis multiple sclerosis treatment cuts rates of relapse in pivotal trials
An MS treatment from Novartis cut by a third the rates of relapses compared to a standard treatment.
Opinion: It took me 13 years to be diagnosed with MS. Christina Applegate’s misdiagnosis doesn’t surprise me
“I felt Christina Applegate’s disappointment as if it were my own — because not long ago, it was,” writes Lindsay Karp.
Chest vibrations paired with meditation appears to alter brain wiring in trauma survivors
Combining mindfulness meditation with a gentle buzzing device on the chest can physically alter brain pathways related to body awareness. The combination therapy helps trauma surv…
STAT+: Up and down the ladder: The latest comings and goings
From new hires to departures, promotions and transfers, here are the latest comings and goings in the pharmaceutical industry.
Remembering STAT’s Helen Branswell
This week on the “The Readout LOUD” podcast, we remember our beloved colleague Helen Branswell, who died last week. We speak with colleagues, family, and public health leaders abo…
We are reclaiming real life after getting rid of Instagram | Letters
Readers on taking back their lives – and brains – from social media algorithmsI couldn’t agree more with Georgina McNamara (The one change that worked: I deleted Instagram – and e…
STAT+: Tango builds on Revolution Medicines’ pancreatic cancer success
As the ESMO conference kicks off, Tango's pancreatic cancer combination shows striking promise and detailed data on Moderna and Merck's cancer vaccine is released early.
Anxiety builds over Medicaid work requirements
As a Boston judge heard a challenge to Medicaid work requirements, state Medicaid directors gathered in Maryland to figure out how to implement those sweeping changes.
STAT+: Treasury proposes major restrictions to U.S. investment in Chinese biotech sector
A new Treasury Department proposal would restrict U.S. investments in Chinese biotechs, but still allows licensing deals.
Testosterone may help new brain cells survive, and timing could matter
In castrated male rats, a month of testosterone injections boosted the survival of newly born neurons in the hippocampus. Two weeks of injections given later in the cells’ develop…
The Helen Haines tragedy has shocked Australia. Its horrors highlight the crumbling foundations of our system | Tom McIlroy
For many, especially women in parliament and other positions of authority, the arrival of violence in Australian politics has been long expectedGet our breaking news email, free a…
STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a cancer vaccine, an experimental pancreatic cancer drug, and more
A personalized mRNA cancer vaccine reduced the risk of disease recurrence in patients with melanoma by 42% compared to a standard treatment
People who believe conspiracy theories overestimate how many others agree, new research finds
People who believe conspiracy theories tend to overestimate how many others share their views. New research suggests that this illusion of consensus may help conspiracy theories s…
STAT+: AI drug firm Pathos raises $237 million, pushing valuation to $3 billion
AI drug firm Pathos raises $237 million, a deal that brings together a big Tempus dataset, AI analysis from Pathos, and drug development from BMS.
Sugar restriction in early life is linked to lower dementia risk and slightly slower brain aging decades later
A natural experiment created by Britain’s postwar sugar rationing suggests that less sugar in the first years of life may be linked to lower risks of dementia, depression, and anx…
Cocktail of the week: Kokum’s spiced tamarind and apple sour – recipe | The good mixer
A lively tequila sour shaken up with an injection of tamarind and star aniseRich tamarind chutney gives this vibrant tequila sour a sweet-sour depth that pairs brilliantly with cr…
“AI psychosis” appears rare but real, and first-episode patients may be most vulnerable, study suggests
People going through their first episode of psychosis may be especially vulnerable to chatbots that validate distorted beliefs, a new study suggests. At one large medical center, …