The Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF) has formed a strategic partnership with MDS-Lancet Laboratories Ghana Limited and Quest Medical Imaging to enhance access to quality diagnostic healthcare services across Ghana, aiming for nationwide expansion.

A new global study published in The Lancet Public Health indicates that while people are living longer than ever before, a significant portion of these extended years are spent dealing with illnesses and disabilities, suggesting a decline in overall health quality despite increased longevity.

A new study from Queen Mary University of London, published in The Lancet, reports that the HPV vaccine has eliminated cervical cancer deaths in women aged 20-24 in England between 2020 and 2024.

A survey on Gaza mortality, published in Lancet, has had its validity challenged by Professor Emeritus Sergio DellaPergola of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and independent researcher Mark Zlochin, who analyzed the publicly released data.

The Israeli Medical Association (IMA) is pushing back against a proposed global boycott, following a petition in The Lancet calling for its suspension from the World Medical Association.

An international team led by Majid Ezzati of Imperial College London published research in The Lancet, predicting that women in certain countries will live beyond 90 years.

A Lancet study reveals that mental illness now affects more than one in seven people worldwide, making it the leading cause of disability globally.

A new series of publications in 'The Lancet Regional Health – Europe' highlights the increasing threat posed by chronic liver diseases across Europe, urging greater attention to public health interventions.

A Lancet study indicates that nearly 700,000 tuberculosis cases in India could have been prevented in 2023, highlighting specific reasons for this.

Poland's Health Minister announced a new approach to women's health screening, with HPV HR testing set to replace traditional cytology, following a successful pilot program published in "The Lancet."

Portugal has finally created a new entity, Diverde, to manage sharps waste, with its license published today. Collection of needles and lancets in pharmacies is set to begin in 2027.

A new scientific study published in 'The Lancet Planetary Health' explores the complex relationship between extreme temperatures and kidney function, highlighting the effects of heatwaves on renal health.

A study published in 'The Lancet' reveals that ChatGPT is the most frequently used artificial intelligence tool by family doctors in consultations in Catalonia, with doctors requesting more training.

Christiana Figueres, former UN climate chief, has warned that the world is 'held hostage' by its reliance on fossil fuels, calling climate health impacts the 'mother of all injustices.' She will co-chair a new Lancet Commission examining how sea-level rise affects health, wellbeing, and inequality.

Russian Lancet loitering munitions have become a highly recognizable and effective weapon, exerting relentless pressure on Ukrainian forces, second only to Shahed UAVs in their impact.

A new Lancet report indicates that India is responsible for one in ten global maternal deaths, highlighting both progress and persistent challenges in the country's healthcare system. Maternal deaths in India significantly declined from 1.19 lakh in 1990 to 24,700 in 2023, with the maternal mortality ratio falling from 508 to 116 per 100,000 live births.

A decades-old scientific paper published in The Lancet, which had previously affirmed the safety of baby powder, has now been retracted, as reported by Bloomberg.

Italy is set to move clocks forward for Daylight Saving Time this weekend, as parliamentary proceedings have begun to potentially make the change permanent.

A new study published in The Lancet suggests that rising global temperatures due to climate change could significantly reduce physical activity levels for millions worldwide by 2050.

The work, published in the journal The Lancet Global Health, also considers that the increase in temperature could cause a loss of productivity worth 'billions of dollars'.

The study, published in 'The Lancet Primary Care,' also indicates that in women, recurrent infections should prompt primary care physicians to order tests...

The Lancet, a leading medical journal, has strongly criticized Robert F. Kennedy Jr., stating that it will take generations to undo the damage he has caused to American healthcare and science during his tenure as Secretary of Health.

A new study by Swedish researchers, published in The Lancet Psychiatry, suggests that the video game Tetris could significantly reduce intrusive memories associated with trauma and symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Category describes people who have little or no language, an IQ of less than 50 and require 24-hour supervision When it comes to autism, few questions spark as much debate as how best to support autistic people with the greatest needs. This prompted the Lancet medical journal to commission a group of international experts to propose a new category of “profound autism”. How many children met the criteria for profound autism? Were there behavioural features that set this group apart? Continue reading...

New research published in 'The Lancet' suggests that bacteria present in semen can significantly influence pregnancy success and are associated with higher rates of miscarriages and fewer live births after reproductive treatments. The findings highlight a potential oversight in fertility clinics, which often focus primarily on the woman.

A global Lancet study reveals that India is excessively using powerful antibiotics typically reserved for specific infections. This practice raises concerns about antibiotic resistance and public health implications.

A comprehensive review of studies published in 'The Lancet' has confirmed that mRNA vaccines are effective and safe, do not alter the human genome, and are not experimental. The findings address concerns regarding potential side effects.

The public prosecutor's office has abandoned its appeal against the acquittal of Y.T., the former waiter at Ixelles cemetery accused of rape, whose case sparked the #BalanceTonBar movement. Y.T. had been acquitted at first instance due to reasonable doubt.

The Lancet has published a call for the suspension of the Israeli Medical Association from a global medical body, with critics highlighting double standards given other nations' medical associations are not similarly boycotted.

New research published in 'The Lancet Planetary Health' indicates that climate change is contributing to an increase in genes responsible for Salmonella's antibiotic resistance.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) has officially changed its name to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) in mid-May 2026. This change, published in The Lancet, follows years of research and appeals from international health organizations, aiming for faster diagnosis.

A new Lancet study indicates a deepening anxiety crisis in India, with cases surging by 123% between 1990 and 2023.

A new study published in The Lancet indicates that a malaria vaccine has led to a 13% reduction in child deaths in Africa, offering renewed hope in the fight against the disease.

Modern science confirms the long-known truth that emotions directly affect physical health, with a new study published in 'The Lancet Regional Health – Europe' identifying two emotions that could silently reduce a person's lifespan by up to 20 years.

A new Lancet Countdown report on health and climate change in Europe highlights Portugal and Spain as the most vulnerable countries to the health impacts of extreme heat. The report notes Portugal's progress in renewables but also its overall vulnerability.

The animal welfare organization "Vier Pfoten" reports that Austrians have already consumed their recommended annual meat ration, eating 3.5 times the amount advised by the "Eat Lancet Commission."

A new Lancet Commission co-chair emphasizes the critical human need for fresh water and calls for global empathy and imagination to mitigate the health harms of sea-level rise and climate change.

Pharmaceutical companies in Portugal are reportedly considering withdrawing from Valormed, the entity responsible for managing needle and lancet waste. This comes as the Environment Agency states Valormed is not meeting European targets, potentially suspending the creation of a new management entity.

Ukrainian military intelligence (HUR) announced the discovery of Western-made components, including those from the US, and artificial intelligence elements in Russian combat drones, warning that Russia is improving its weaponry by circumventing sanctions.

A Lancet study suggests that climate change and hotter days could lead to increased physical inactivity among Indians by 2050, potentially raising disease risks.

Perfect-looking counterfeit Ozempic, with fake labels and boxes, make it near impossible to decipher what is real and what is not

If you are obese, you have about 70 percent higher risk of becoming seriously ill or dying from infection, according to a new study.

Results from the most comprehensive study to date on the active ingredient orforglipron, published in The Lancet, indicate that a new weight-loss tablet could significantly help patients with type 2 diabetes.

A new study published in Lancet indicates a breakthrough in HIV treatment, where a single daily pill can effectively replace the previously complex multi-tablet regimen.

A new Lancet study indicates that the number of deaths in the Gaza Strip during the first 15 months, previously estimated at 49,000, needs to be significantly revised upwards, as reports of deaths from Israeli attacks in Lebanon also emerge.

A significant review published in The Lancet, based on trials involving over 120,000 people, concludes that statin pills are much safer than previously advertised.

Nokukhanya Mthiyane, a 27-year-old cytopathology scientist at Lancet Laboratories, is highlighted for her critical role in the early detection and diagnosis of cancer.

The EAT-Lancet Commission has reaffirmed its dietary recommendations for the Planetary Health Diet, with experts illustrating how a growing global population can be fed sustainably. The article includes a recipe for stuffed peppers with baba ganoush.

A new study published in The Lancet Digital Health challenges common fears about statins and their potential muscle-related side effects. The research suggests that public concerns about these side effects are significantly exaggerated compared to the actual risks.

A new international study published in 'The Lancet Regional Health' utilized Latvian data, showing that up to 76.9% of patients treated for multi-drug resistant or rifampicin-resistant tuberculosis in Latvia lived without disease recurrence during long-term observation.

A study published in The Lancet indicates that Chile successfully decreased the proportion of children aged 4 to 6 with excess weight by implementing nutritional warning logos and strict advertising regulations.

A new Lancet study indicates that women experience a greater burden of pain and mental illness throughout their lives, despite generally living longer than men.

A new report published in The Lancet argues that the global humanitarian system is buckling under pressure and is 'no longer fit for purpose,' calling for major reforms as crises worldwide overwhelm current aid delivery mechanisms.

Women's health experts have proposed renaming Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) in a landmark paper published in The Lancet medical journal, warning that the current name could be misleading patients.

New analyses published in 'The Lancet' in 2025 challenge the popular belief of needing 10,000 steps for health benefits, indicating that significant advantages appear at a lower step count. Researchers also emphasize the importance of pace in addition to the number of steps.

A Lancet study indicates that the weight-loss drug semaglutide could have an unexpected benefit, potentially helping individuals decrease their alcohol intake.

A study published in 'The Lancet' indicates that Spain has experienced the largest increase in sudden deaths across Europe between 2010 and 2020, with an annual rise of 3.3%, clarifying that this trend is not linked to COVID-19 vaccines.

A new study published in The Lancet journal has highlighted the three biggest risk factors for liver disease, projecting that cases could rise to 1.8 billion globally by 2050.

Albania's Special Anti-Corruption Structure (SPAK) is investigating claims that the winning consortium for the Vlora Airport construction tender was predetermined, with suspicions of favoritism towards 'Mabco Costruksion', 'Yda Group', and '2A Group'.

An article discusses the role and effectiveness of Ukraine's Lancet drones in relation to air defense systems, addressing questions about their deployment and impact.

A new Lancet study reveals the significant challenges India faces in achieving its maternal mortality reduction targets by 2030, indicating the need for intensified efforts in healthcare.

A new study published in 'The Lancet' emphasizes that a healthy pregnancy and child development are not solely dependent on the mother's health. It reveals that the father's health, including biological factors like sperm quality and sociocultural variables, plays a crucial role.

Ukraine's intelligence agency has published interactive 3D models, components, and electronic parts of Russian Lancet and Scalpel drones, along with data on their manufacturers.

On March 16, Russia launched 40 Lancet kamikaze drones at Kyiv, and the goal of the operation was a "showy demonstration of power" aimed at a Russian audience.

Do połowy stulecia liczba zachorowań na raka piersi wśród kobiet może wzrosnąć nawet do 3,5 miliona rocznie - wynika z najnowszego raportu "Lancet Oncology".

A study in The Lancet finds that pregnant women in emergency rooms used less Tylenol after President Trump said it could raise their babies' risk of autism. Scientists say there is no proven link.

The Lancet, a leading US medical journal, published a scathing review of RFK Jr.'s first year in office as health chief, warning that his actions could cause damage that might take generations to repair.

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A new Lancet study suggests the death toll in Gaza during the early part of the conflict was significantly higher than initially reported, with over 75,000 killed in the first 16 months.