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lunes, 23 de febrero de 2026

Deepfakes raise profound ethical questions in science Ankit Singh | AZO Robotics | February 23, 2026

https://geneticliteracyproject.org/2026/02/23/deepfakes-raise-profound-ethical-questions-in-science/ Much of the public concern around deepfakes has focused on abuse, particularly non-consensual intimate imagery, political misinformation, and the erosion of trust in audio-visual evidence. These issues are real and can have serious implications.

Tracking U.S. vaccine policy—Mid-February 2026 Izzy Brandstetter Figueroa, Jess Steier | February 23, 2026

https://geneticliteracyproject.org/2026/02/23/tracking-u-s-vaccine-policy-mid-february-2026/?mc_cid=7860aa0fbd&mc_eid=b73600b7ac

Epidemiology and risk factors of malaria in Cabo Verde, 2015–2023, in the elimination era Graça Maria Carvalho Mendes Moniz* [1] , António Lima Moreira [2] , Adilson José DePina [3]

https://www.academia.edu/academia-global-and-public-health/1/1/10.20935/AcadPHealth8078 Introduction: Cabo Verde was certified as malaria-free by the World Health Organization (WHO) in January 2024, becoming the fourth African nation to achieve this status. This study examines the epidemiological characteristics and associated factors of malaria cases in Cabo Verde from 2015 to 2023 to inform sustainable prevention strategies. Materials and methods: A retrospective, cross-sectional analysis was conducted using national surveillance data from 706 confirmed cases of malaria. Descriptive statistics and binary logistic regression were employed to identify factors associated with autochthonous versus imported cases. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS v29.0.1.0. Results: Most cases (74.5%) occurred in males, with the highest incidence among individuals aged 20–54 years. The municipality of Praia accounted for 98.5% of autochthonous cases and 55% of imported cases. Fever (52.7%), headache (36.4%), and myalgia (20.4%) were the most common symptoms. Plasmodium falciparum caused all autochthonous infections, while imported cases included P. vivax, P. ovale, P. malariae, and mixed infections. Logistic regression identified fever (OR = 2.90; 95% CI: 1.24–6.78) and treatment with artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) plus primaquine (OR = 7.72; 95% CI: 1.12–53.29) as significant predictors of autochthonous cases. Chills were associated with imported cases (OR = 0.15; 95% CI: 0.07–0.29). Conclusions: Despite achieving malaria-free status, Cabo Verde remains vulnerable to imported cases due to its connectivity with endemic regions and receptivity level. Enhanced fever surveillance, targeted screening of travelers, and sustained vector control are critical to preventing reintroduction. https://www.academia.edu/journals/academia-global-and-public-health/articles?source=journal-top-nav

Morning Briefing: Today's News Summaries Monday, Feb 23 2026 UPDATED 9:11 AM +++ +++ +

Morning Briefing: Today's News Summaries Monday, Feb 23 2026 UPDATED 9:11 AM High Court's Tariff Ruling Likely Won't Affect Deals Struck With Drugmakers The Trump administration may impose sector-specific tariffs if pharmaceutical companies stray from most-favored-nation pricing for prescriptions, Managed Healthcare Executive reported. The administration is also looking at other statutes that would allow the use of tariffs to further its policy priorities. https://kffhealthnews.org/morning-breakout/high-courts-tariff-ruling-likely-wont-affect-deals-struck-with-drugmakers/ Trump's EPA Supports Biden Admin's 10-Year Deadline To Replace Lead Pipes Meanwhile, President Donald Trump says he'll deploy a hospital ship to Greenland, but Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen says, “It’s a no thank you from here." Also in the news: Jay Bhattacharya, glyphosate, ICE, and more. https://kffhealthnews.org/morning-breakout/trumps-epa-supports-biden-admins-10-year-deadline-to-replace-lead-pipes/ With Nearly 1,000 Infections, Measles Tally Is Outpacing 2025's Case Count More than half of the states have confirmed measles cases, with South Carolina, Utah, and Arizona experiencing widespread outbreaks. Meanwhile, five more children have died from the flu, which is still circulating at high levels across much of the country. https://kffhealthnews.org/morning-breakout/with-nearly-1000-infections-measles-tally-is-outpacing-2025s-case-count/ Ransomware Attack Forces Closure Of All University Of Mississippi Clinics The extent of the attack is still being evaluated at one of the state’s largest health care providers. Roughly three dozen clinics around the state were forced to close, and elective procedures have been canceled. Officials are warning the shutdown could continue for days. https://kffhealthnews.org/morning-breakout/ransomware-attack-forces-closure-of-all-university-of-mississippi-clinics/ New Mexico Will Investigate History Of Forced Sterilization Of Native Women Last week, legislators in New Mexico approved a measure to investigate the history and impact of forced and coerced sterilization of women of color in the state. Also in the news: abortion in Wyoming, elderly health care in California, and more. https://kffhealthnews.org/morning-breakout/new-mexico-will-investigate-history-of-forced-sterilization-of-native-women/ Study Sheds Light On Why Women Are More Prone To Chronic Pain Than Men The study, published Friday in Science Immunology, suggests that men's immune systems have higher levels of cells with a mechanism that switches off pain signals to the brain. Plus: autism, heart disease in women, SUIDS in recalled sleepers, and more. https://kffhealthnews.org/morning-breakout/study-sheds-light-on-why-women-are-more-prone-to-chronic-pain-than-men/ Viewpoints: Policies That Help Hospital Giants Need To Be Changed; Human Toll Of Trump’s Anti-Science Stance https://kffhealthnews.org/morning-breakout/viewpoints-policies-that-help-hospital-giants-need-to-be-changed-human-toll-of-trumps-anti-science-stance/

No one in health care should be called a ‘provider’ It’s a matter of ethics and professionalism

https://www.statnews.com/2026/02/23/provider-ethical-objections-physician-acp/ By Lois Snyder SulmasyFeb. 23, 2026 Snyder Sulmasy is the director of the American College of Physicians Center for Ethics and Professionalism.