GMJ Briefs
The 400-Kilometre Journey: How One Researcher’s Career Impacts Global Pertussis Control
With 24.1 million annual pertussis cases and 160,700 deaths globally, Dr. Hozbor's molecular research addresses critical vaccine effectiveness gaps.
Educational Collapse in Gaza Threatens Child Development and Mental Health
625,000 Gazan children face developmental and psychological risks as educational system collapses.
What You Need to Know About GSK’s Experimental Hepatitis B Breakthrough
Three key developments in hepatitis B treatment: higher cure rates, novel RNA-targeting technology, and imminent phase 3 trials.
What Healthcare Stakeholders Need to Know About 2026 Drug Pricing Tests
New drug launches in 2026 will reveal whether international price benchmarking agreements actually reduce American pharmaceutical costs for patients and…
Key Finding: Second Medical Opinions: When and How Patients Should Seek Additional Expertise
Second medical opinions result in treatment changes in 15-30% of cases, with highest impact in cancer diagnoses and surgical procedures.…
Three Essential Eye Rubbing Safety Guidelines Every Patient Should Know
Ophthalmologists recommend three practical steps: limit rubbing to 5-10 seconds, address root causes, and seek professional care if irritation persists.
What Healthcare Leaders Should Know About the Junior Doctors Strike Crisis
Three key developments define the junior doctors crisis: 16 strikes in 15 months, 26% pay decline, and rising international recruitment…
What UK Birth Rate Decline Means for Healthcare Planning and Policy
UK birth rate decline requires healthcare systems and policymakers to address economic barriers and support structures influencing family planning decisions.