GMJ Briefs
Announcement: Americas Need Higher Health Taxes on Alcohol and Sugary Drinks, PAHO Says
BREAKING: Pan American Health Organization calls for higher taxes on alcohol and sugary drinks across the Americas. Current rates too…
What Cardiologists Need to Know: Practical Guidance on Abiomed Catheter Safety
FDA alert provides three actionable recommendations: monitor catheter duration, enhance clot surveillance, and consider alternative access methods for extended cardiac…
Americas Face Blood Supply Crisis as PAHO Urges Urgent Reform
PAHO warns that blood donation rates across the Americas have fallen critically short of safe supply targets, threatening healthcare access.
Scale of Gaza Education Crisis Revealed: 625,000 Children Without Schooling for Over One Year
UNICEF data: 625,000 Gazan children without education for over one year amid 85% school damage rate.
Practical Measles Prevention Strategies for 2026 World Cup: What Public Health Officials Must Do Now
PAHO identifies three critical implementation steps for preventing measles outbreaks during 2026 World Cup: surveillance enhancement, vaccination verification, and catch-up…
Denmark Opens Borders for Clinical Trial Participation with New EU-Aligned Framework
Denmark introduces cross-border clinical trial participation framework aligned with EU standards, enabling pan-European patient recruitment.
Three Critical Features of UK Hospital Infection Data Clinicians Should Know
UK hospital infection data reveals three key surveillance features that improve infection control strategies and patient safety outcomes.
Regulatory Excellence Recognized: MHRA Leader Receives OBE for Science Leadership
Dr Nicola Rose receives OBE recognition for advancing regulatory science and protecting public health through evidence-based medicine oversight.