July 8, 2026
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STAT+ | Trump administration pursues more durable changes to science policy after setbacks in court

After legal challenges succeeded, Trump administration shifts from dismantling agencies to centralizing OMB control over research funding.

By Anil Oza


Are glucose monitors a good thing for 2-year-olds? Experts look at risks, benefits

FDA approval of Dexcom's Stelo over-the-counter CGM offers new approach to tackling childhood obesity, but also a risk of disordered eating.

By Lauren Chan


STAT+ | White House reviewing top contenders to lead FDA

Finalists include White House adviser Heidi Overton, oncologist and health system executive Jeffrey Vacirca, and Stephen Ferrara, a DOD health official.

By Daniel Payne



Experts hope publicity from entrepreneur Bryan Johnson will encourage more accurate diagnoses of autoimmune gastritis.
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Bryan Johnson’s chronic disease is notoriously difficult to diagnose

Biohacker Bryan Johnson’s diagnosis spotlights autoimmune gastritis, a hard-to-detect stomach disease. Experts outline symptoms, potential treatment paths.

By Sarah Todd


STAT+ | In private meeting, Trump officials push to onshore generic drugmaking

In a private meeting, Marco Rubio and RFK Jr. urged companies to manufacture more medicines in the U.S.

By Daniel Payne


Opinion: The AI licensure debate is missing the point of licensure

AI will reshape how clinical decisions are formed. The question is who answers for the decision based on that output.

By Afnan R. Tariqand Ami Bhatt


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STAT+ | Opinion: What’s the right role for AI in dementia care?

Chatbots and other technologies can help people with dementia and their caregivers. But there are challenges.

By Jason Karlawish


Affordable Care Act insurers want more premium increases as enrollment sags

Insurers are proposing double-digit premium increases, driven by rising medical costs as well as federal policy changes.

By Rachel Spears — KFF Health News


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