Health Policy

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Scientists in a futuristic lab analyzing glowing data streams, with a subtle FDA logo, symbolizing accelerated drug development and approval processes.
Health & Medicine

FDA Pilot Program Accelerates Clinical Trials for Faster Drug Approvals

The FDA is now aiming to cut up to a year from early-stage clinical trials, following a recent decision to reduce required trials for drug approval from two to one.

Marcus Cole·June 23, 2026
University research lab equipment unused due to federal grant delays, symbolizing the halt in critical disability services research and its impact on staff and studies.
Health & Medicine

Federal Grant Delays Jeopardize Disability Services Research

Over $50 million in federal grants for disability services research, typically awarded by October 1st, remains unallocated as of December 1st, 2026, according to the National Council on Disability.

Aram Sarkisian·June 19, 2026
Security guards escorting five researchers out of a crowded American Diabetes Association conference hall during a session.
Health & Medicine

Researchers Removed From 2026 Diabetes Conference Amid Controversy

Northwestern associate professor Justin Ryder was among five professionals escorted out of the American Diabetes Association's 2026 annual scientific conference.

David Grossman·June 12, 2026
Scientist in a futuristic lab analyzing a GLP-1 drug vial with holographic displays showing molecular structures and patient data.
Cosmos & Space

Medicare offers $50 monthly GLP-1 access amid obesity drug competition

Starting July 1, 2026, eligible Medicare beneficiaries will pay just $50 a month for certain GLP-1 obesity drugs.

Marcus Cole·June 8, 2026
Scientists in a modern lab looking towards a bright future, with NIH symbol and medical research data in the background.
Health & Medicine

House panel proposes 10% NIH raise for 2027

A House spending panel has proposed a $5 billion increase for the National Institutes of Health by fiscal year 2027, potentially reshaping medical research funding.

Aram Sarkisian·June 5, 2026
Bacteriophages, microscopic viruses, actively targeting and neutralizing harmful bacteria in a symbolic representation of phage therapy's potential against antimicrobial resistance.
Health & Medicine

Phage therapy adoption hurdles: Regulatory and clinical challenges.

By 2050, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is projected to cause 10 million deaths worldwide annually.

Marcus Cole·June 4, 2026
Silhouettes of officials departing the NIH building under a stormy sky, symbolizing leadership instability and a critical juncture for public health.
Health & Medicine

NIH Leadership Instability Forces Top Officials to Resign or Relocate

Eight of the top 10 officials at the U.

Marcus Cole·May 20, 2026