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Amazon workers at Coventry warehouse tested for tuberculosis after outbreak

Company says TB testing carried out as ‘precaution’ after small number of workers contracted lung disease

The Guardian - UK · Jan 16

New Study: The Scary Link Between Gum Disease and Alzheimer’s

You might think forgetting where you put your keys is just a sign of aging or a symptom of a busy schedule. We have been told for years that cognitive decline largely stems from genetics or lifestyle choices like diet and exercise. However, new research points to an overlooked factor…

Budget and the Bees · Jan 16

The facts on the vaccines the CDC no longer recommends for all kids

FactCheck.org takes a look at the six childhood vaccines that the CDC no longer recommends for all children.

Roll Call · Jan 16

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Jamie-Lynn Sigler opens up about ‘extremely emotional’ moment during Grey’s Anatomy guest appearance

Exclusive: The actor, who was diagnosed with MS in 2016, spoke to ‘The Independent’ about how she thought the disease meant the end of her acting career

The Independent UK · Jan 16

CDC studies show value of nationwide wastewater disease surveillance, as potential funding cut looms

Two new studies from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show wastewater monitoring of measles can flag measles spread days to weeks in advance

The Independent UK · Jan 15

The common diabetes symptom linked to increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease

A new study has found that people who experience post-meal blood sugar spikes are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease

The Independent UK · Jan 15

These genes were thought to lead to blindness 100% of the time. They don't.

New research finds that retinal diseases thought to map one-to-one to genetic mutations are more complicated than that.

LiveScience · Jan 15

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Controversial US study on hepatitis B vaccines in Africa ‘cancelled’

$1.6m project drew outrage over ethical questions about withholding vaccines proven to prevent disease

The Guardian - US · Jan 15

More than 170 measles cases confirmed in outbreaks across nine states this year

Experts have blamed a decline in the rate of people taking the measles vaccine on skepticism from the Trump administration

The Independent UK · Jan 15

Kids with brain cancer were already in a life and death struggle. Then came Trump

The US president vowed to ‘end childhood cancer’. But his administration is dismantling the search for a cure and sending families scrambling for treatment

The Guardian - US · Jan 15

Pesticide linked to cancer found in children’s playgrounds in the UK

Glyphosate, used as a weedkiller, has been linked to a range of health conditions and chronic diseases, including cancer

The Independent UK · Jan 15

Why the deadliest animal on earth is being forced to feed more on humans

Researchers say findings can help guide disease prevention efforts

The Independent UK · Jan 15

Doctors accuse 4-year-old boy of faking his symptoms for attention, then mum discovers the horrifying truth

His ribs were showing and they still said "for attention."

We Got This Covered · Jan 14

Huntington’s disease: treatments are finally on the horizon after research breakthroughs

Huntington’s disease (HD) has long been impossible to cure, but new research is finally giving fresh hope. HD is a progressive, hereditary brain disease that affects movement, cognition and emotions. Doctors often diagnose HD when people show clear movement problems, typically around 30-50 years of age, after which patients live…

The Conversation · Jan 14

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Bored Panda · Jan 14

Cousin With Cancer Wants To Borrow Baby To Experience Motherhood: “It’s Really Creepy”

Finding out that you have cancer is a tragedy. And it’s natural for your loved ones to support you during this incredibly tough time. That being said, having a life-changing disease doesn’t give you a blank cheque to do whatever you want to other people. You still need to be…

Medical Daily · Jan 14

Ahead of the Curve: Mark Bouzyk's 2006 Genomics Predictions

In 2006, a forward-thinking article profiled the emerging field of medical genomics and its potential to transform healthcare. The piece, written by Mark Bouzyk, was published in Emory's Momentum Magazine and focused on the establishment of biobanks, the falling costs of genetic sequencing, and the promise of personalized medicine.

The Independent UK · Jan 13

Scientists reveal this five-minute exercise could help you live longer

Two new studies have identified the small changes people can make to reduce their risk of death

Budget and the Bees · Jan 13

The “Shuffle Walk”: 7 Physical Signs of Dementia That appear Before Memory Loss

When we think of dementia, we instinctively picture memory loss. We visualize lost keys, forgotten names, and confusion about dates. We assume that the brain fails first. However, medical research increasingly suggests that the body often signals the decline before memory issues become severe. Dementia is not a single disease…

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The Guardian - UK · Jan 13

LGB+ people in England and Wales ‘much’ more likely to die by suicide than straight people

ONS analysis also shows LGB+ people more likely to die from drug overdoses and alcohol-related disease

The Conversation · Jan 13

Colorado ranks among the highest states in the country for flu – an emergency room physician describes why the 2025-26 flu season is hitting hard

Colorado is in the midst of a record-breaking flu season. In the week ending Dec. 27, 2025, 831 people were hospitalized with influenza – the most since the state started tracking flu cases two decades ago. Hospitalizations eased the following week to 737 but still remain higher than prior years.

Euronews · Jan 13

Countries must raise taxes on sugary drinks and alcohol to curb preventable disease, WHO says

Low taxes, which are not in line with inflation, are ineffective in reducing alcohol or sugary drink consumption, the World Health Organization warns.

Medical Daily · Jan 13

Tuberculosis Warning Signs: Persistent Cough, Night Sweats, and Other Lasting Symptoms

Learn about tuberculosis symptoms like persistent cough, night sweats, fever, and weight loss, how TB spreads, and why long-lasting signs require medical evaluation.

AAP · Jan 13

Dad with Q fever should have had scans before death

A rural meat worker's risk of a disease spread by livestock should have been identified before his death from a blood clot on the lungs, a coroner has ruled.

inkl · Jan 13

Why Oral Health Is a Key Indicator of Overall Health

Oral health is often viewed as separate from the rest of the body, but research and clinical experience consistently show that the mouth is deeply connected to overall health.

Fortune · Jan 12

5 daily tasks that can double as exercise

Raising your heart rate for just one to two minutes, three to four times per day, can lower your risks of cardiovascular disease and early death.

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