Current Health News Briefs: Highlights and Updates

The article summarizes recent developments in the health sector, including Biogen's Alzheimer's drug growth, Idaho's abortion regulation, a mysterious illness in Congo, and various pharmaceutical updates. It also covers the resolution of an E. coli outbreak and a salmonella investigation linked to cucumbers.

Biogen anticipates steady growth for its Alzheimer's drug, Leqembi, despite challenges in the U.S. market due to concerns over cost and efficacy, as discussed at a recent healthcare conference.

A U.S. federal appeals court partly reinstated Idaho's unique 'abortion trafficking' law, allowing actions against transporting minors for out-of-state abortions without consent, while blocking portions related to recruitment.

Health officials in Congo report a fatal illness, characterized by flu-like symptoms, resulting in 143 deaths in the Kwango province by November, with local authorities urging further investigation.

(With inputs from agencies.)