With profound respect and deep sadness, we honor the memory of Sir Anthony Epstein, a pioneering virologist whose groundbreaking work has left an indelible mark on medical science. Born on May 18, 1921, Sir Anthony’s journey of discovery led him to co-discover the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), a monumental achievement that transformed our understanding of cancer and its viral origins.
Sir Anthony’s early curiosity in the intersection of viruses and cancer propelled him into a lifelong pursuit of knowledge that would ultimately change the course of oncology. His seminal work alongside Yvonne Barr and Bert Achong in isolating the EBV from Burkitt lymphoma cells in 1964 opened new horizons in the fight against cancer, revealing the viral etiology behind certain human cancers1.
His dedication to science was matched by his commitment to education, nurturing the next generation of researchers as a Professor of Pathology at the University of Bristol. His accolades, including the Royal Medal and his knighthood, speak to the magnitude of his contributions1.
Sir Anthony’s legacy extends beyond his scientific achievements; it is woven into the fabric of the countless lives saved through the knowledge he helped uncover. As we bid farewell to a true luminary, we are reminded of the enduring power of scientific inquiry to unlock the mysteries of nature for the betterment of humanity.
May his memory inspire continued excellence and innovation in medical research.
Pada 17 April 2026, Menteri Kesehatan mengeluarkan Permenkes Nomor 5 Tahun 2026 yang mengatur perbekalan kesehatan. Regulasi ini mencakup produksi dalam negeri, pengendalian harga, dan transparansi, namun masih menghadapi tantangan implementasi. Kemandirian farmasi masih rendah, dengan ketergantungan pada impor dan ketersediaan obat yang tidak memadai.
Menteri Kesehatan menerbitkan Permenkes Nomor 3 Tahun 2026 untuk konsolidasi pengaturan penanggulangan penyakit di Indonesia. Regulasi ini mencakup penanggulangan penyakit menular, tidak menular, kesehatan lingkungan, dan kesehatan matra, serta menyusun kewajiban baru bagi fasilitas kesehatan. Tantangan implementasi masih ada, terutama terkait ambang batas GGL yang belum ditetapkan.
What if the size of a dream was never the point? Through a Javanese kite-maker’s parable and voices from Rumi to Marcus Aurelius, the Gita to the Dhammapada, this essay asks whether dreaming is less a destination than a form of breathing — one we must keep doing, gently, for as long as we wish to call what we’re living a life.
WHO merilis tinjauan tentang 18 senyawa PFAS prioritas yang mencemari makanan dan air minum, serta enam kategori efek kesehatan seperti kanker dan gangguan metabolik. Makanan menjadi jalur pajanan utama. Temuan ini menunjukkan perlunya Indonesia memperkuat pemantauan PFAS untuk meningkatkan keamanan pangan dan air minum.
Evaluasi terbaru oleh JECFA (2026) menunjukkan risiko arsenik dalam makanan tidak hanya terkait kanker, tetapi juga penyakit jantung pada dosis lebih rendah. Beras menjadi sumber utama paparan, termasuk di Indonesia, di mana data dari Sulawesi Utara menunjukkan melampaui ambang aman. Perlu ada langkah kehati-hatian dan pembaruan regulasi keamanan pangan.
Commenting 101: “Be kind, and respect each other” // Bersikaplah baik, dan saling menghormati (Indonesian) // Soyez gentils et respectez-vous les uns les autres (French) // Sean amables y respétense mutuamente (Spanish) // 待人友善，互相尊重 (Chinese) // كونوا لطفاء واحترموا بعضكم البعض (Arabic) // Будьте добры и уважайте друг друга (Russian) // Seid freundlich und respektiert einander (German) // 親切にし、お互いを尊重し合いましょう (Japanese) // दयालु बनें, और एक दूसरे का सम्मान करें (Hindi) // Siate gentili e rispettatevi a vicenda (Italian)
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