24 / April / 2026 “When you want to do research without being confined to theory, the field of health is a great intersection.” Einstein Hospital Israelita researcher analyzes Brazil’s public health system, supports clinical research, and formulates public policy based on her business background By Marília Marasciulo
10 / April / 2026 DATASUS: why Brazil collects so much health data—but still makes few decisions using it Open-access databases have put Brazil on the global map, but fragmentation and gaps make it difficult to turn information into health decisions By Marília Marasciulo
01 / April / 2026 Communicating scientific uncertainties can weaken support for public policies, study finds Study with over 1,100 participants finds that a lack of scientific consensus affects support for regulatory policies on microplastics By Editorial staff
27 / November / 2025 Socioeconomic status and stigma affect reintegration into the labor market for transplant recipients Organ transplantation enables people to survive life-threatening conditions, but returning to the workforce does not show the same level of success: only 53.7% of patients resume some form of professional activity, with income, race, and employment background playing a direct role. The finding is from a cross-sectional study by researchers from the São Paulo School […] By Marília Marasciulo
22 / August / 2025 Eleonora Zioni: Designing architecture for better health Known as “the design doctor,” Zioni combines architecture and neuroscience to improve the patient experience in hospitals By Gabriela Monteiro
12 / May / 2025 Tackling future pandemics with global diplomacy International organizations are working together to foster innovation in health and equitable access to vaccines and medicines, striving to ensure a more effective response to potential future health crises By Rodrigo de Oliveira Andrade
21 / January / 2025 Long COVID: A plan for diagnosis and treatment Expert committee proposes definition to improve diagnosis and treatment of the condition, which affects millions worldwide By Editorial staff
10 / January / 2025 Preparing For the Next Global Challenges: The Ebola vaccine example Developing and manufacturing vaccines that have a global impact requires working with global partners, focusing on delivering real solutions to the ongoing threat of the next pandemic By Sue Ann Costa Clemens
10 / December / 2024 Why does beauty matter? More than just moments of contemplation, the beauty of everyday life also provides sensations and experiences that help us feel more balanced and healthy By Lis Leão
21 / November / 2024 Where do centenarians live? Flaws in life expectancy projections can affect public policies, pension rates, and planning of hospitals and nursing homes By Helder Nakaya
