Prof. Giorgi Pkhakadze, MD, MPH, PhD
Endometriosis Affects 10% of Women Yet Faces Chronic Under-recognition, BBC Investigation Reveals
BBC investigation reveals endometriosis affects 10% of women yet faces chronic under-recognition, with diagnostic delays averaging 7-8 years. Women share…
Medical School Diversity Gains Not Translating to Diverse Physician Workforce
Despite medical schools successfully diversifying enrollment, these gains aren't translating to physician workforce diversity, suggesting systemic barriers in residency training…
Maternity Staff Used Offensive Terms for Patients, BBC Investigation Reveals
BBC Panorama investigation reveals maternity staff at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust used derogatory language toward patients. Former midwives provided…
US Military Medical Corps Faces Critical Physician Shortage, Former Congressional Doctor Warns
US military medical corps faces critical physician shortage threatening national security preparedness. Former congressional doctor calls for immediate legislative intervention…
Mental Health Disorders Now Leading Global Disability Cause as Cases Approach 1.2 Billion
Mental health disorders have become the leading cause of disability worldwide, affecting nearly 1.2 billion people globally. A major new…
First comprehensive study reveals genetic differences in Native American breast cancer
University of Notre Dame researchers publish first comprehensive molecular analysis of breast cancer in Native American women, revealing genetic differences…
UK Launches First National Gonorrhoea Vaccination Programme Using 4CMenB Vaccine
The UK launches the world's first national gonorrhoea vaccination programme using 4CMenB vaccine, targeting high-risk populations as antibiotic resistance rises.…
England Reports 2,468 Laboratory-Confirmed Measles Cases as Epidemic Intensifies
England recorded 2,468 laboratory-confirmed measles cases between 2023-2026, with 2026 showing the highest annual count of 1,048 cases. The outbreak…