- FDA appoints Tracy Høeg as acting director of drug evaluation segment Reuters
- Top drug regulator Richard Pazdur set to leave the FDA statnews.com
- Top FDA drug regulator plans to depart weeks into job The Washington Post
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FDA appoints Tracy Høeg as acting director of drug evaluation segment – Reuters
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Obesity tied to early smartphone ownership in children, new study shows – Deseret News
- Early smartphone ownership linked to increased obesity, depression and sleep issues in kids.
- For each year younger at which kids received smartphones, health risks increased significantly.
- Professionals recommend cautious consideration of…
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Diabetes Tied to Increased Risk of Sudden Cardiac Death
Adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and type 2 diabetes (T2D) face substantially higher rates of
sudden cardiac death (SCD) across all age groups, especially younger adults, according to findings from a Danish nationwide analysis.1Published in the…
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Jason Leow Joins FTI Consulting as Senior Managing Director
SINGAPORE ,Dec. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN) today announced the appointment of Jason Leow as a Senior Managing Director within the firm’sStrategic Communications segment.Mr. Leow , who is based inSingapore , brings more than 25 years of experience in financial communications, C-suite advisory and stakeholder engagement acrossAsia ,Europe andthe United States . In his role atFTI Consulting , he will work closely with the Asia Leadership Team and the firm’s global Senior Managing Director group to drive growth acrossSoutheast Asia and strengthen alignment within the firm’s internationalStrategic Communications network. His appointment underscores the firm’s commitment to expanding its strategic communications capabilities in the region, particularly in areas such as M&A, ESG, shareholder activism, crisis management and other high-stakes situations.“Jason’s leadership comes at a pivotal time as we accelerate our growth across Asia,” said Tom Evrard, Head of
Southeast Asia Strategic Communications atFTI Consulting . “His reputation in the region is second to none, and his experience as both a journalist and an in-house communications leader gives him a unique ability to shape narratives and advise clients through complex situations. We’re thrilled to welcome him toFTI Consulting .”Beyond his regional leadership responsibilities,
Mr. Leow will spearhead the acceleration of FTI Consulting’s insights and analytics offering inAsia , advancing data-driven strategies that enhance reputation management, executive visibility and strategic decision-making. He will also work closely with colleagues across the firm’s other business segments — includingForensic and Litigation Consulting ,Economic Consulting and Corporate Finance & Restructuring — to deliver integrated, multidisciplinary support to clients facing critical challenges.Commenting on his appointment,
Mr. Leow said, “Boards and CEOs inSoutheast Asia are navigating an era of unprecedented scrutiny and complexity. I am excited to joinFTI Consulting because of its unique ability to combine deep data analytics with strategic counsel. I look forward to deploying the firm’s full suite of capabilities to help leaders protect value during critical transitions and make confident, evidence-based decisions.”Mr. Leow is also the co-founder of The Doing Well Centre, a boutique advisory focused on executive coaching and organizational wellbeing. He holds multiple degrees and certifications in business, communications, ESG investing, and applied psychology, and serves on several boards including Aidha and theArts House Group .About
FTI Consulting FTI Consulting, Inc. is a leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,100 employees located in 32 countries and territories as ofSeptember 30, 2025 . In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. The Company generated$3.70 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2024. More information can be found at www.fticonsulting.com.FTI Consulting, Inc.
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Mollie Hawkes
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mollie.hawkes@fticonsulting.comMedia Contact:
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helen.obi@fticonsulting.comSource: FTI Consulting, Inc.
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H5N1 outbreaks surge across the Americas – PAHO | The Transmission
The Poultry Site The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) reported that avian influenza A(H5N1) continues to circulate in the Americas, with new outbreaks detected in birds, mammals, and sporadic human infections linked to exposure to the…
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Why Putin and Modi are meeting in Delhi
Steve Rosenberg,Russia editor, in Delhiand
Vikas Pandey,India editor
AFP via Getty ImagesModi and Putin share a warm relationship Russian President Vladimir Putin is starting a two-day visit to India, where he will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi…
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Phil Upchurch, who played guitar with Donny Hathaway, dies at 84
Phil Upchurch, a prolific session musician who played guitar on records by artists such as Michael Jackson, Curtis Mayfield, Donny Hathaway and George Benson, died Nov. 23 in Los Angeles. He was 84.
His death was confirmed by his wife, Sonya…
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Doctors Guide: Neurologists | Tatler
Prof Guy Leschziner
A leading authority on sleep medicine and epilepsy, Prof Guy Leschziner is known for his rare ability to connect the dots between the medical, psychological and lifestyle factors that influence rest. For…
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Doctors Guide: Allergists | Tatler
Morgan Roberts
Dr Harsha Kariyawasam
At the helm of the London Nose and Sinus Clinic on Weymouth Street, Dr Harsha Kariyawasam brings rare precision to the art of breathing well. One of the few UK physicians trained in Allergy, Medical Rhinology…
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Doctors Guide: Urologists | Tatler
Mr Declan Cahill
In a discipline often associated with cutting-edge robotics, Mr Declan Cahill never loses sight of the human being behind the diagnosis. As the Clinical Lead for Urology at The Royal Marsden…
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