Homicide rates in the US fell almost 16% in 2024, according to a news report. The decline, happening six months after Surgeon General Vivek Murphy declared gun violence a public health issue, was attributed to firearm legislation and community-based initiatives. Major cities reported significant drops, with the largest in Philadelphia at 40%. The report emphasized gun violence as a public health concern, not a political issue.
Dispersed responsibility, lack of asset inventory is causing gaps in medical device cybersecurity
Witnesses at a House hearing on medical device cybersecurity highlighted the need for better tracking of devices and their vulnerability to cyber threats. They noted
