Latest Global Health News

A new clinical study from Sichuan University confirms that TruScreen’s AI-enabled cervical cancer screening combined with high-risk HPV testing outperforms traditional cytology methods, reinforcing its global potential.

Island Pharmaceuticals has entered a pivotal research agreement with USAMRIID and the Geneva Foundation to accelerate FDA approval of Galidesivir for Marburg Virus Disease, leveraging top-tier US biodefense expertise.

Island Pharmaceuticals reports a 213.8% increase in half-year loss to $4.81 million, driven by strategic acquisition and clinical development investments. The company advances its antiviral portfolio with Galidesivir and ISLA-101, supported by strong US regulatory engagement and a $9 million capital raise.

Global Health Limited reports a modest half-year loss reduction alongside a steady rise in recurring SaaS revenue, signaling progress in its digital healthcare transformation.

Orora Limited reported a robust 32.2% rise in underlying net profit after tax for the half-year ended December 2025, underpinned by strong volume growth in its Cans segment and operational efficiencies across its glass businesses. The company also completed a $227.4 million share buyback in 2025 and announced a fresh $270 million on-market buyback program.

Recce Pharmaceuticals has secured a second Cooperative Research and Development Agreement with the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research to test its RECCE 327 Gel in burn wound infection models, underscoring growing military interest in its synthetic anti-infectives.

Recce Pharmaceuticals progresses its Phase 3 diabetic foot infection trial in Indonesia, reports promising preclinical data for inhaled RECCE 327, and secures significant R&D funding and patent protection.

Atomo Diagnostics has secured a substantial A$416,000 order for its HIV Self-Test kits destined for an African country, marking its second Global Fund-backed contract this year and signalling growing global demand.

PainChek has achieved FDA regulatory clearance enabling its device to qualify for US Remote Therapeutic Monitoring reimbursement, positioning the company for significant growth in the expanding US healthcare market. The company also reports strong global licence growth and a solid pipeline across multiple regions.

PainChek has secured FDA-regulated medical device status, enabling US Remote Therapeutic Monitoring reimbursement and opening a major US growth avenue. The company targets musculoskeletal pain management in non-verbal dementia patients, a largely underserved market.

Cyclopharm has launched a pioneering clinical study combining its Technegas imaging with AI analysis to explore a novel treatment for severe COPD, potentially expanding care options for millions.

Atomo Diagnostics reported a robust 121% quarter-on-quarter revenue increase to $1.5 million, driven by new orders for its FebriDx Pascal and HIV Self-Test products. The company also secured a global licensing deal for a novel liver function test and expanded manufacturing capacity to support growing demand.