Daily Summary
In 2023, groundbreaking health and science discoveries emerged, from innovative drug research and dinosaur fossil finds to rapid diagnostic technologies and AI-assisted treatments. Looking ahead to 2025, the healthcare sector is bracing for major shifts driven by anticipated policy changes, increased tech investment, and significant legal developments. Meanwhile, COVID-19’s impact is waning, as it transitions from a crisis to one component of the broader landscape of endemic respiratory viruses.
Discoveries Changing Lives: NBC Washington’s Top 5 2023 Health & Science Stories
NBC Washington showcased five breakthrough health and science stories of 2023—from innovative weight-loss drug research and dinosaur discoveries to a teen’s cancer-treating soap, same-day lung cancer care, and AI aiding paralysis recovery.
Healthcare 2025 Outlook: Growth, AI, and Policy Reforms on the Horizon
The healthcare industry is set for significant growth and transformation in 2025, driven by technological investments and notable policy reforms including changes to Medicaid and ACA enrollment. Legal and regulatory developments further underscore the sector's evolving landscape.
Key Health Trends of 2024 and Their Implications for 2025
In 2024, COVID-19 slipped into the background as an endemic virus alongside flu and RSV, with case and death rates dropping significantly. Fewer public health mandates and lower vaccine uptakes underscored its diminished visibility, even as early 2025 sees continued policy adjustments.