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U.S. Hospitals Alerted to Potential Terrorist Threat

United States, Friday, 21 March 2025.
Healthcare facilities are on high alert after a coordinated terrorism threat emerged targeting hospitals in mid-tier U.S. cities. Enhanced security and collaboration with the FBI are underway.

Evvy Unveils Innovative Fertility Test Through Vaginal Microbiome Analysis

United States, Friday, 21 March 2025.
Evvy’s new vaginal microbiome test introduces groundbreaking insights into fertility, often overlooked in reproductive health, offering personalized care options for those seeking conception solutions starting at €129.

MaaT Pharma's Phase 3 Trial Success Offers Hope for Graft-Versus-Host Disease

Paris, Wednesday, 19 March 2025.
MaaT Pharma announces a 62% gastrointestinal response rate for MaaT013 in phase 3 trials, exceeding expectations and paving the way for potential market approval for graft-versus-host disease.

New Research Links Congenital Heart Defects to Increased Cancer Risk in Babies

Seoul, Tuesday, 18 March 2025.
A recent study indicates that newborns with congenital heart defects have a 66% higher cancer risk and their mothers have a 17% elevated risk, suggesting genetic inclinations.

Rice University's Discovery on ADAR1 Could Transform Disease Treatments

Houston, Tuesday, 18 March 2025.
Rice University’s team has unlocked insights into ADAR1, an RNA-editing protein. This breakthrough may lead to new treatments for cancer and autoimmune diseases, enhancing precision medicine approaches.

Congenital Heart Defects in Newborns Linked to Substantial Cancer Risk

Seoul, Monday, 17 March 2025.
A study reveals newborns with heart defects have a 66% increased risk of developing cancer, with their mothers also showing a 17% higher risk. Leukemia and lymphoma are prevalent cancer types.

TNO Pioneers in Personalized Healthcare with Digital Innovations

Netherlands, Monday, 17 March 2025.
TNO’s focus on personalized preventive healthcare through digital methods is reshaping wellness by tailoring patient care, boosting long-term health outcomes, and enhancing societal well-being.

TNO Launches Innovative Digital Health Solutions in the Netherlands

Netherlands, Thursday, 13 March 2025.
TNO has unveiled new patient-centric digital health technologies designed to enhance personalized care and proactive health strategies in the Netherlands, promising improved healthcare outcomes through earlier, precise interventions.

Microplastics Detected in Human Arteries: A Cardiovascular Threat?

Global, Thursday, 13 March 2025.
Microplastics found in human arteries may pose cardiovascular risks, such as heart attacks and strokes, highlighting urgent need for further research to establish concrete links and guide policies.