Our Scans · (LF.3) Good Health and Well-being · Weekly Summary

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In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

• [New] The future of healthcare will depend on professionals capable of bridging clinical needs and technological innovation. The Hindu
• [New] The Lancet Series on Ultra-Processed Foods and Human Health argues, although additional studies on the impact of UPFs on human health will be valuable, further research should not delay immediate and decisive public health action to tackle UPFs and improve diets globally. EurekAlert!
• [New] The rise of compounded weight-loss drugs has emerged as a pressing global health issue, threatening consumers and health-care systems. PubMed Central (PMC)
• [New] By integrating artificial intelligence into mobile platforms, rural health care workers could conduct medical evaluations without specialized equipment, instantly expanding Colombia's diagnostic capacity. Colombia One: News from Colombia and the World
• [New] Earlier this month, the US FDA and Department of Health and Human Services announced that they would soon lift the current requirements for black box warning labels on menopausal hormone replacement therapy (HRT) products. Peter Attia
• [New] Nearly all people have more than 10 Medicare Advantage plans to choose from, as well as multiple Part D prescription drug and Medigap supplemental plans to choose from if they opt for traditional Medicare. ScienceDaily
• [New] Right now, 68 million Americans have a deadline coming up: the deadline to decide their Medicare health coverage for 2026 if they are over age 65 or have major disabilities. ScienceDaily
• [New] Before the end of this decade, the very foundation of healthcare will undergo a total change. Hindustan Times
• [New] With RSV prevention now becoming widely accessible, we have an opportunity to improve long-term respiratory health, not just prevent RSV hospitalizations. News-Medical
• [New] Growing measles outbreaks are exposing weaknesses in immunization programmes and health systems globally, and threatening progress towards IA2030 targets, including measles elimination. News-Medical
• [New] As organizations like Brain Health USA continue supporting modern, flexible, and holistic care, telehealth will remain a cornerstone of mental health for years to come. Brain Health USA
• [New] As the demand for virtual services rises through 2026, its integrated approach to supporting clients through digital access plays a significant role in shaping the future of mental health care. / USA Brain Health USA
• [New] As digital mental health continues expanding into 2026, individuals in large cities will likely rely even more on virtual psychiatric services. Brain Health USA
• [New] Better digital health integration could save $5 billion yearly by avoiding duplication and unnecessary hospitalizations. Medical Republic
• [New] Staying informed and acting decisively during open enrolment is the strongest way to manage rising healthcare costs and secure reliable coverage for 2026. MooLoo
• [New] The average monthly premium for a Silver-tier private health insurance plan will reach $621 in 2025, or $7,452 annually, reflecting a 7% increase from 2024. MooLoo
• [New] More than 30,000 federal employees in the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program face sharp premium increases in 2026, but only if they are enrolled in a discontinued plan and take no action during Open Season. MooLoo
• [New] As 2026 approaches, Americans face sharply diverging health-insurance costs. MooLoo
• [New] Cancer Council welcomes the governments $7.9 billion expansion of the Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program, which will reduce the financial burden of cancer and improve access to health services for all Australians. Mirage News
• [New] By the year 2050, more than 1.7 million Canadians are expected to be living with dementia, with an average of 685 individuals being diagnosed each day. Alzheimer Society of Canada
• [New] AI-driven engagement will become mandatory for hospitals and healthcare networks across the globe. The Times Of India
• [New] Artificial intelligence is poised to revolutionize every aspect of healthcare in the near future, and 2025 will be the year we begin to notice adoption at a much higher rate, with AI already streamlining tasks like patient communications and on the cusp of even more transformative applications. Sully.Ai

Last updated: 01 December 2025