Who latest health news

Here are some of the latest health news updates:

Vaccines

• COVID-19 vaccines: The FDA has authorized the use of Pfizer-BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine for children as young as 12 years old. (Source: CNN)
• MMR vaccine: A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine is highly effective in preventing serious complications from measles. (Source: NEJM)

Cancer

• Breast cancer: Researchers have identified a new genetic mutation that increases the risk of breast cancer. (Source: Science Daily)
• Lung cancer: A study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute found that a new type of lung cancer treatment, called immunotherapy, can be effective in treating patients with advanced disease. (Source: JNCI)

Heart Health

• Cholesterol: The FDA has approved a new cholesterol-lowering medication called bempedoic acid, which can be used in combination with other medications to treat high cholesterol. (Source: FDA)
• Heart failure: A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that a new type of heart failure treatment, called cardiac resynchronization therapy, can improve symptoms and quality of life for patients with heart failure. (Source: JACC)

Mental Health

• Anxiety: A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that a new type of therapy, called acceptance and commitment therapy, can be effective in reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. (Source: JAMA)
• Depression: Researchers have identified a new genetic risk factor for depression, which could lead to the development of new treatments. (Source: Science Daily)

Other Health News

• Obesity: A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that a new type of weight loss surgery, called sleeve gastrectomy, can be effective in reducing weight and improving health outcomes for patients with obesity. (Source: NEJM)
• Sleep: Researchers have identified a new genetic risk factor for sleep disorders, which could lead to the development of new treatments. (Source: Science Daily)
• Nutrition: A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that a new type of diet, called the Mediterranean diet, can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. (Source: JAMA)

These are just a few examples of the latest health news updates.