Feb 27, 2026

1. Email from Healthcare Asia Summit 2026:

   Subject: See Who’s Speaking at Healthcare Asia Summit 2026

   Summary: This March 25, 2026, senior healthcare leaders and policymakers will gather at the Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel in Singapore for focused discussions on the future of healthcare in Asia, featuring executives from Bain & Company, Fullerton Health, National University Hospital, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, and Singapore General Hospital. Key topics include AI, data governance, interoperability, and sustainable care models. Interested experts can join as speakers or sponsors. The event runs from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with limited slots available.

2. Email from STAT Newsletter on Brain Implants:

   Subject: The big questions holding brain implants back

   Summary: The path to commercial viability for brain-computer interface devices remains unclear because unlike other medical devices, brain implants do not restore bodily function but assist with tasks, acting as “wheelchairs for the mind.” Clinical trials and the demonstration of therapeutic value are challenging. Debate over misinformation in healthcare continues, with vaccine controversies and discussions on how physicians engage with skeptics highlighted. The newsletter also reports on a recent survey finding that most Americans want stronger regulation of harmful chemicals in products.

3. Email from Axios Vitals:

   Subject: 💉 Nominee’s vaccine tests

   Summary: Nutrition influencer Casey Means faced tough questioning during her Senate confirmation hearing for Surgeon General regarding her vaccine views. She emphasized personalized doctor-patient decisions and respect for parental questions rather than strong vaccine advocacy. The Trump administration is also withholding $259 million in Medicaid funding from Minnesota over fraud concerns. Medicare Advantage enrollment is declining in several states amid rising medical costs. Additionally, CDC data shows fewer pregnant Americans are receiving prenatal care early in pregnancy, raising concerns. The newsletter highlights ongoing public health and policy developments.

4. Email from Nature Briefing:

   Subject: Stem-cell treatment strengthens people with age-related frailty

   Summary: A stem-cell treatment trial involving older frail adults showed improved endurance, with the highest dose group walking 60 meters more in a timed test after nine months. Other research found that acetate improves memory specifically in female mice, demonstrating sex differences in biology. The briefing also covers fallout from academic ties to Jeffrey Epstein, epigenetic effects of fungicide exposure lasting for 20 rat generations, insights into the universality of music, advice on career pivots in research, and a discussion on defining adulthood. Finally, it includes a quote on the limitations of social media bans for youth.

5. Email from STAT Marketing about Breakthrough West:

   Subject: Why attend Breakthrough West — Early Access ends in 3 weeks

   Summary: Early Access passes for the STAT Breakthrough Summit West on May 19, 2026 in San Francisco (and online) are now available with discounts up to $300. The event will feature leading figures in science, biology, health policy, and drug development, with STAT reporters engaging key experts to probe vital questions about healthcare systems. The newsletter encourages timely registration due to limited passes. Speaker announcements and further updates will be shared soon.

Stay Well!