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An Unexpected Role for the Brain’s Immune Cells

An important part of the brain's immune system, cells called microglia constantly extend and retract "branches" from their cell body to survey their environment.

Why Policymakers in Asia-Pacific Should Facilitate Digital Health Innovation

Re-invention, re-imagination, and transformation of the health sector across the world are enabled by technological capabilities and innovation.

I Just Came Back From a COVID Hotspot: It’s Bad. Real Bad.

"No, ma'am. That's all I'm going to say about that." That was the response of a young barista at the coffee shop I was...

It’s Time for New Tools to Overcome Smoking

Yesterday marked the 36th year that the world observed World No Tobacco Day. This relatively obscure milestone masks a stalled effort to curb consumption of combustible cigarettes and other nicotine-related products. It’s unlikely most people paid any attention. But the impact of smoking is all around us, even if we don’t see it. Statistics rarely tell a provocative story to compel people to action.