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25 years of global medicine approvals: A quiet milestone with big impact

May 26, 2026

For a quarter century, a special system has quietly shaped how life-saving drugs reach people worldwide. Since its launch, this program has vetted over 500 medicines, making them eligible for purchase by international agencies and governments. That’s more than just a number—it represents real access

health

A Spanish traveler gets sick after a cruise trip

May 26, 2026

A person from Spain who recently returned from a cruise on the MV Hondius is now in a special hospital unit after testing positive for hantavirus. This virus is rare but serious, and it can spread through contact with infected animals or their droppings. The traveler was one of 14 Spaniards on the s

entertainment

Politicians vs. Late-Night Hosts: When Words Reveal the Real Issues

May 26, 2026

Politicians and late-night TV hosts often lock horns, but few feuds get as personal (or as public) as this one. Earlier this week, a well-known health official made a claim about late-night comedy struggling, only to get schooled by a comedian who saw straight through the politics. The official sugg

health

When Ebola Meets Distrust in Congo

May 26, 2026

In eastern Congo, two battles rage at once. One is against a rare Ebola strain with no cure. The other is against fear—fear that turns aid workers into targets. Volunteers like Vanny Birungi meet hostility daily, not just from the virus but from the people they try to help. Stones and shouts greet h

health

Who’s really in charge when the US health system has no leaders?

May 26, 2026

The US government has quietly blocked its top disease experts from talking directly to the World Health Organization. Instead, small groups of researchers can only listen during WHO meetings—like students in a classroom who can’t ask questions. Any ideas they have must go through layers of bureaucra

health

Tick Safety Made Simple: What You Need to Know

May 26, 2026

Spring and summer mean more outdoor time, but they also bring tiny risks most people overlook. Ticks and mosquitoes become more active when the weather warms up, turning simple walks in the grass or backyard gatherings into potential health concerns. The Kane County Health Department is stepping in

sports

High School Sports Spotlight: Standout Performances Across WNC

May 26, 2026

Last week, high school athletes across Western North Carolina delivered impressive performances, with standout players leaving their mark in playoffs and championships. Soccer goalkeeper Rosalie Sharpe from Asheville High made key saves to secure a narrow overtime win, while soccer forward Aria Gile

politics

State lawmakers and suicide discussions online: what’s really being said?

May 26, 2026

State lawmakers in the U. S. are posting more often about their work online, and some of those posts touch on sensitive topics like suicide. Given how common suicide is as a cause of death here, these discussions could matter more than many realize. But what exactly are legislators saying about it?

politics

Florida’s Big Budget Choices: What’s in It for Schools and Health?

May 26, 2026

Florida’s latest $115 billion budget reveals how the state plans to spend money on schools and healthcare, after months of arguments between lawmakers. The final deal was struck late on a May evening, wrapping up weeks of back-and-forth negotiations. The budget sits between two earlier proposals—one

health

Helping arthritis patients live better with online support

May 26, 2026

Inflammatory arthritis affects millions of people worldwide, keeping many of them from living life fully even when their condition is under control. While modern treatments help over 80% of patients reach low disease activity, daily struggles like pain and fatigue often remain. A new online program