Health and Nutrition
STAT+: Medicare Advantage star ratings trigger new bonuses, and uncertainty
The federal government has released new quality ratings for Medicare Advantage insurers for 2027, with Humana emerging as the biggest winner. But deep uncertainty remains around M…
STAT+: Life Biosciences share glaucoma study updates for its cellular reprogramming drug
Life Biosciences said yesterday that three glaucoma patients have now received a single injection of its experimental cellular reprogramming drug, with no serious adverse events.
11 questions to ask yourself before going no contact with a family member
In the UK, one in five families are affected by permanent estrangement – it’s not a decision to be taken lightly. These are the questions experts suggest you ask yourself before c…
The invisible chore that may matter more for women’s relationship happiness than housework
Both men and women agree that women carry more of a household’s mental load. A new study finds that women report greater satisfaction when it’s shared equally, while men report gr…
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.
A 30-Day Beginner Fitness Plan That Won’t Overwhelm You (One Quest at a Time)
Quick Summary Trying to overhaul everything at once is why getting healthier feels overwhelming before you’ve even started. You don’t need a bigger plan. You need the next quest. …
Execution live stream could cause PTSD in viewers, say psychiatrists
Warning follows Pete Hegseth announcement that firing squad execution of Fort Hood killer will be public• US politics – latest updatesLivestreaming an execution could cause post-t…
How these census changes could threaten public health
The Trump administration wants to make three big changes to the U.S. Census, including eliminating questions about race, ethnicity, and sexual orientation and excluding anyone who…
STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a setback for Argenx, Lilly suits over copycat versions of an obesity drug, and more
The FDA flagged a potential safety signal after four patient deaths in a trial testing a schizophrenia drug, Argenx faces an unusual setback, and more pharma news.
Childhood ADHD diagnosis linked to lower adult religious attendance
A childhood ADHD diagnosis is linked to a steep decline in adult religious service attendance, especially among Black and Asian American adults. Private spiritual practices like p…
Cocktail of the week: All Roads’ daiquiri – recipe | The good mixer
A touch of homemade scotch bonnet jam turns up the heat in this classic concoctionOur daiquiri sums up what All Roads is all about: familiar flavours with a little twist. Pineappl…
Which cities dominated 2020 voter fraud talk? A city’s Black population was the best predictor
After the 2020 election, online talk of voter fraud zeroed in on cities with large Black populations. A new study suggests these racialized claims found a particularly receptive a…
Researchers explore how J-Pop listening habits impact visual memory
A small pilot study explored whether listening to favorite pop songs helps or hinders visual memory. Brain scans suggest preferred music might support attention, but larger studie…
The genetic signature of assortative mating appears to be growing stronger in the United States
Couples tend to resemble each other in schooling, drinking, and smoking. A study of hundreds of thousands of people suggests this matching leaves a measurable imprint in the genom…
The fall of Roe dramatically changed abortion access. This researcher used Reddit to capture how
With research on abortion access barriers, STAT Wunderkind Betsy Pleasants is defining a framework for using AI tools without losing sight of the people behind the data.
Opinion: 50 years ago, my colleagues and I pursued basic research science that became revolutionary
“Basic studies led to clinical and translational advances that no one could have predicted,” Robert Gallo writes of his work with interleukin-2.
Opinion: Proposed U.S. census changes could be catastrophic for public health
“Erasing data does not erase need or harm,” writes social epidemiologist Nancy Krieger.
STAT+: Will MAHA survive the midterms?
As the midterm elections draw near, the MAHA movement is nearly invisible on the campaign trail and struggling to find a financial or messaging foothold in key races.
RFK Jr. touts vaccine injury initiative, worrying experts
Heath Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces new steps aimed at identifying and treating complications from vaccines.
Palantir’s Tom Watson says ‘mob rule’ must not dictate awarding of government contracts
Former Labour deputy leader says tech firm would work with a Reform UK government on immigration crackdownsTom Watson, the former Labour deputy leader who recently joined Palantir…
You have a higher chance of getting cancer at a younger age than your parents. So what went wrong? | Devi Sridhar
Some change in our lifestyles and environments over a generation has caused this increased risk. What, exactly, is a mysteryProf Devi Sridhar is chair of global public health at t…
Benjamina Ebuehi’s recipe for toffee apple Basque cheesecake | The sweet spot
A crisp surface and creamy core are the traits of this cheesecake with no base, here topped off with spiced and sliced apples and a sticky, caramel sauceMy go-to cheesecake these …
Trump administration investigates 9 universities for alleged visa fraud
The Trump administration announced Thursday that it is investigating nine universities for alleged fraud related to visas commonly used by postdoctoral researchers, a core part of…
NHS at risk of ‘system failures’ as demand for ADHD and autism care soars, inquiry finds
England-focused mental health review returns stark warning and calls for shift to ‘needs-led’ systemExplainer | What has the Fonagy review found and what does it recommend?Analysi…