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Predicting a pandemic: are we on the brink of viral Armageddon?

Falling vaccination rates and Trump’s funding cuts are creating a perfect storm, says Chris Stokel-Walker

Evening Standard · Feb 26

How can a tick bite cause a deadly meat allergy? An expert explains

An Australian teenager who died after eating beef sausages on a camping trip has been confirmed as the nation’s first death from a tick-induced meat allergy.

The Conversation · Feb 26

Are Indian American women 'unscreened and overlooked' amid breast cancer risk in the US?

Indian American women face a growing breast cancer crisis, being overlooked due to cultural norms and data gaps. Rising incidence, particularly in younger women, is linked to lifestyle shifts and dense breast tissue. Lower screening rates mean later diagnoses, highlighting an urgent need for targeted outreach and better data collection…

The Times of India · Feb 26

Why Prior Authorization Denials Are Up — and Which Patients Are Hit the Hardest

You wake up feeling sick, you call the doctor, and you hear something that sounds more frustrating than the illness itself: “We need prior authorization first.” That one sentence can turn a simple treatment plan into paperwork, waiting, and uncertainty. Medical care should move fast when someone is hurting, but…

The Free Financial Advisor · Feb 25

Jean Wilson obituary

Co-founder of the charity Sightsavers and tireless campaigner for the education of blind children

The Guardian - UK · Feb 25

4 Most Dangerous Insects in the World That Can Kill Humans

Even though insects are small, we shouldn’t overlook the venomous and serious threats that some of them pose to human life and health. They can kill or even lead an individual into coma through their poisonous stings and through transmission of deadly diseases. In this article, we will learn about…

Times Life · Feb 25

Indoor Air Quality and Inflammation: How Household Pollution Fuels Chronic Disease and Systemic Health Risks

Discover how poor indoor air quality triggers chronic inflammation. Learn the health effects of PM2.5, VOCs, and household pollutants—and ways to protect your health.

Medical Daily · Feb 25

Low Plaque Levels Could Threaten Women’s Heart Health

Heart disease isn’t only a men’s problem. Research now shows that even a tiny amount of plaque in the arteries can raise the risk of heart attacks in women. Many women feel perfectly healthy and active, but this silent plaque buildup can quietly put their hearts at risk. Knowing about…

Times Life · Feb 25

Saudi Arabia bans poultry imports from 40 countries including India amid health concerns

Saudi Arabia has implemented extensive import bans on poultry and table eggs from 40 countries due to ongoing disease concerns, primarily avian influenza. An additional 16 nations face regional import restrictions. Exemptions are available for heat-treated products meeting strict health and certification requirements.

The Times of India · Feb 25

Rachel Reid delays 'Unrivaled' release to June 2027, citing Parkinson's and fame

Author Rachel Reid says she is delaying her next hockey romance novel because sudden fame and worsening Parkinson’s disease symptoms have slowed her writing

The Independent UK · Feb 24