'Using the right mix of policies is more important than using a lot of policies,' says climate researcher and co-author Annika Stechemesser. For instance, the UK's approach of phasing out coal-fired power stations, combined with pricing mechanisms like a minimum carbon price, has been effective. Similarly, Norway's ban on combustion engine cars succeeded mainly when paired with financial incentives that made electric cars more affordable to consumers.
'Emotions are really high here,' says biochemist Christian Haass, addressing the heated debate around the Alzheimer's drug lecanemab. He explained that this drug represents a significant breakthrough, being the first disease-modifying treatment for Alzheimer's in over 30 years. However, with the immense potential of the drug comes serious debates about its high cost, possible side effects, and varying regulatory responses from agencies around the world.
The World Health Organization and UNICEF are urging for a humanitarian pause in the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip. Their call is directed towards protecting the health of approximately 600,000 children who are vulnerable to polio amidst the turmoil, given that cases of suspected infection have already been reported. The organizations emphasize the urgent need for vaccination efforts amidst rising health concerns in the war zone.
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