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Universities scrambling to protect themselves amid flurry of research misconduct cases

February 12, 2024
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STAT+ | A flurry of research misconduct cases has universities scrambling to protect themselves

Universities and journals are struggling to assess whether alleged flaws are real ones. And they're looking for ways to prevent more cases.

By Angus Chen and Jonathan Wosen


STAT+ | States are ramping up scrutiny of health transactions, as more provider groups look for buyers

Oregon is at the forefront of the push for more scrutiny of deals that have private equity firms or hospitals buying up physician practices.

By Brittany Trang


Ebola vaccine cuts fatality even in people who were infected before the jab, new study shows

People vaccinated against Ebola who still developed the disease had a substantially lower risk of dying, a new study shows.

By Helen Branswell



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Stem cell study offers clue to South Asians' increased risk of cardiovascular disease

South Asians may have a decreased ability to repair blood vessels that get injured from cardiovascular problems.

By Elaine Chen


STAT+ | Gilead to acquire CymaBay for $4.3 billion, adding new treatment for liver disease

CymaBay's drug is being developed for the treatment of primary biliary cholangitis, or PBC, a type of liver disease mainly affecting women.

By Adam Feuerstein


STAT+ | FTC doubles down in Welsh Carson anesthesia case to limit private equity's physician buyouts

The FTC is pushing back hard on private equity firm Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe and U.S. Anesthesia Partners for rolling up anestheisa practices.

By Bob Herman


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Opinion: How much personal health information does King Charles owe the public?

King Charles has shared more about his health than other royals, but critics want to know what kind of cancer he has. What is his obligation?

By Christina S. Beck


Opinion: Dental care is in crisis. But it's also a moment of opportunity

Other areas of the health care sector have seen a labor rebound while employment at dental offices remains down — at all levels of the field.

By Steve Pollock


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