Have Flu Symptoms? Here Are 5 Things To Know, From A ER Doctor

ER doctor explains 2025-2026 H3N2 flu symptoms, treatment & when to go to the hospital. Get vital data on this severe flu season & also whether to get vaccinated.

Lower U.S. Fentanyl Deaths Linked To China’s Policies, Study Says

Synthetic opioid deaths fell sharply in 2023 and 2024 after a shock to the fentanyl supply. New evidence points to precursor controls, not enforcement, as the key driver.

New Federal Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines Allow For At-Home Self Testing. Here’s Why That Matters

A doctor and public health expert explains why the new federal guidelines expanding cervical cancer screening to at-home testing could be a game-changer.

OpenAI Introduces ChatGPT Health; Conventional Medicine Has Not Changed In Decades

The first time a Large Language Model engine openly takes responsibility for personal health. A transformative step for medicine.

A Parent’s Guide To The New CDC Vaccine Schedule

The CDC and AAP now offer different vaccine guidance. Learn what changed, what didn’t, and how parents can navigate the new landscape.

Nvidia And This Bill Gates-Backed Startup Are Building Fusion Power With AI

In this week’s edition of The Prototype, we look at building a virtual fusion power plant, a major quantum breakthrough, AI for drug discovery and more.

Is Century-Long Biological Health Possible? Lessons From The Greenland Shark

Greenland sharks maintain sharp vision for centuries, revealing powerful DNA repair and eye-protection strategies that may inspire future approaches to lifelong human eyesight.

What A Turbulent Year Revealed About The Future Of Public Health

From partnerships to grassroots leadership, five lessons from 2025 show how public health is evolving—and what matters most heading into 2026.

Zero Sugar Oreos: Health Or Hype?

Zero Sugar Oreo cookies were released in early 2026. Is it a healthier option?

Wegovy’s New Weight Loss Pill: What It Changes From A Harvard Doctor

Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy weight loss pill hit U.S. pharmacies this week. Here’s how it works, who qualifies, how to take it, side effects, cost, and why it matters now.