Dana-Farber retracts string of studies in systematic review of data integrity statnews.com/2024/04/18/dan… via STAT

There have been a lot of changes around here — a new byline after getting married last month, and now a new job title! I am very excited to take on more responsibility to support our incredible STAT D.C. team.
statnews.com/new-leadership…

U.S. to set limits on silica exposure first recommended half a century ago statnews.com/2024/04/16/sil… via Annalisa Merelli for STAT

After three years, Elizabeth Cooney is passing the author’s pen to Theresa Gaffney for our Morning Rounds newsletter.

We thank Liz for her work and welcome her into a new role as cardiovascular reporter. We also congratulate Theresa on becoming our new captain.

Read Liz’s farewell ⬇️

Ultragenyx reports early success with Angelman syndrome drug, backing up 2022 acquisition statnews.com/2024/04/15/ult… via Allison DeAngelis for STAT

Hi. For a San Francisco Chronicle story on the recent wave of CA insurance nonrenweals I'm hoping to speak to a CZU fire survivor homeowner. I'm specifically looking to talk with someone who has since rebuilt their home, or is currently in the rebuild and was recently issued a nonrenweal.

When a cancer drug fails, oncologists often fly blind. A precision technique might light the way statnews.com/2024/04/11/ped… via Great story by Angus Rohan Chen for STAT

NCI is poised to play a leading role in a push to 'end cancer as we know it,' though the agency is facing a shrinking budget & brain drain. But new director Kimryn Rathmell's talk at #AACR24 projected optimism. My latest for STAT
statnews.com/2024/04/10/nat…

During the entirety of my PhD, I said, 'These chemicals are not regulated in US drinking water' in pretty much every presentation I gave.

But that changes today: The EPA finalized standards for #PFAS in drinking water 🥹

Now we wait for the lawsuits.

apnews.com/article/foreve…

Biotech startups post strongest financing numbers in two years statnews.com/2024/04/09/bio… via Allison DeAngelis for STAT

MassMutual is rolling out free genetic testing for members, a dicey area for life insurers statnews.com/2024/04/09/mas… via Tara Bannow for STAT

WHO scientists question Grail’s plan for evaluating its multi-cancer Galleri blood test statnews.com/2024/04/07/gra… via Matthew Herper for STAT

HCA, nation's largest hospital chain, reports almost $1 billion more in charity care to Medicare than to its shareholders, drawing more taxpayer money statnews.com/2024/04/08/hca… Fascinating story via Tara Bannow for STAT

New liquid biopsy screening test for pancreatic cancer shows promise in early data statnews.com/2024/04/08/pan… Nice story by Angus Rohan Chen, who is covering #AACR24 for STAT with me

Pooled analysis of the two Wegovy HFpEF trials finds that patients with more severe heart failure saw greater symptom benefits, even though their weight loss was similar to others

Supports idea that Wegovy helps the heart in ways beyond just weight loss
thelancet.com/journals/lance…

Cancer is rising among the young. Study suggests it’s because their cells are aging faster. My latest for STAT on data presented here at #AACR24 on findings from a team of Washington U. Med researchers
statnews.com/2024/04/07/can…

Large trial challenges common practice of prescribing beta blockers after heart attack statnews.com/2024/04/07/bet… via Elaine Chen STAT