GMJ Briefs

Social Prescribing: How Arts Engagement Is Reshaping Patient Care

Arts-based social prescribing programs show 76% improvement in patient wellbeing, yet healthcare professionals lag behind general population in arts participation.

Three Critical Lessons From China’s Biotech Success: What Global Health Systems Can Learn

Three actionable insights from China's biotech reforms show how integrated sector coordination accelerates innovation and improves patient access to medicines.

From Policy to Practice: Why WHO’s Kidney Health Resolution Needs Immediate Implementation Strategy

WHO's landmark kidney health resolution faces critical implementation gaps despite historic recognition of chronic kidney disease as a global priority.

Global Conflict Crisis Demands More Trauma-Focused Mental Health Research

Only 26% of mental health studies in conflict zones focus on trauma-specific treatments despite 2 billion people affected globally.

What Patients Should Know About the Dexcom G7 Sensor Theft

Patients with Dexcom G7 sensors should verify device authenticity with healthcare providers following FDA safety alert.

CMS Finalizes Medicaid Work Requirements Affecting Millions of Americans

Federal regulations now allow states to implement Medicaid work requirements with protections for vulnerable exemption categories.

Three Essential Safety Steps Healthcare Teams Must Take Now for KayserBett Pediatric Beds

Healthcare facilities must lock hand controls, train staff, and document compliance to prevent child entrapment in KayserBett pediatric beds.

Announcement: UK A&E Departments See Record 2.4 Million Attendances During May Heatwave

🚨 BREAKING: UK emergency departments saw a record-breaking 2.4 million attendances in May 2026 as heatwave conditions overwhelmed NHS services.…