Wednesday, 9 September 2026
Luna G3 APAP device recall, Congo Ebola outbreak intensifies, Blood test added to bowel screening
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BMC recalls 20,160 Luna G3 APAP devices over firmware defect
BMC Medical retrospectively reported a recall of 20,160 Luna G3 APAP devices to the US Food and Drug Administration on 15 July 2026 because of a firmware defect. The recall affects Model LG3600 devices with firmware G3-2.00.76 distributed in the United States. The corrective action was not reported to customers. The source provides no further details about the defect or corrective action.
via FDA MedWatch
- 02
Ebola outbreak intensifies in Democratic Republic of the Congo
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is intensifying, according to the World Health Organization. The source gives limited detail about the outbreak’s progression or public health response.
via JAMA
- 03
American Cancer Society adds blood test to colorectal screening options
The American Cancer Society has added a blood test as an option in its latest colorectal cancer screening guideline. The source provides limited detail beyond this guideline change.
via JAMA
- 04
FDA approves first messenger RNA influenza vaccine
The first messenger RNA influenza vaccine has received US Food and Drug Administration approval. The source discusses the vaccine’s role but gives limited detail, with no information on its indication, efficacy, safety or rollout.
via JAMA
- 05
FDA approves new medication for ADHD treatment
The US Food and Drug Administration approved a new medication for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. The source provided no further details about the medicine, its indication or the approval.
via JAMA
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US measles cases reach highest level since 1991
The US recorded 2465 measles cases in 2026 as of 6 August, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This was the highest reported number since 1991. The source provided no further detail about affected populations or the outbreak.
via JAMA
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