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Scientists hope sequencing genome of tiny ‘functionally extinct’ frog could help save it

Corroboree frog belongs to 100m-year-old family of amphibians but is now found only in the puddles and peat bogs of Kosciuszko national park

The Guardian - AU

Scientists use live human brain tissue to speed up hunt for dementia cure

Exclusive: British team exposed live cells to toxic proteins to gather rare insight into how dementia develops

The Guardian - UK

Tragic new autopsy details reveal what really happened to Gene Hackman’s wife Betsy Arakawa

The couple were discovered dead at their New Mexico home on February 26

Evening Standard

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Measles cases in Texas rise to 663 amid outbreaks in other US states

Texas officials say 87 patients hospitalized as researchers say country at tipping point for return of endemic measles

The Guardian - US

'Vaccine rejection is as old as vaccines themselves': Science historian Thomas Levenson on the history of germ theory and its deniers

Live Science spoke with author Thomas Levenson about his new book on the history of germ theory.

LiveScience

Mexican Telenovela Icon Eduardo Yáñez Breaks Silence on Parkinson's Disease Rumors

The Mexican actor took to social media to talk about his health. In his signature direct, no-nonsense style, Eduardo Yáñez explains it all.

Latin Times

From diet to drugs: what really works for long-term weight loss

More than 2.5 billion adults worldwide are currently overweight or obese, according to estimates from the World Health Organization. This staggering number highlights a growing global health crisis. Obesity isn’t just about weight – it’s a powerful risk factor for a range of serious diseases, including type 2 diabetes, kidney…

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Whooping cough is making a comeback, but the vaccine provides powerful protection

Whooping cough, a bacterial infection that can be especially dangerous for babies and young children, is on the rise. Already in 2025 the U.S. has recorded 8,485 cases. That’s compared with 4,266 cases during the same period in 2024.

The Conversation

‘Cats are masters at hiding pain’ so dental issues in cats often go unnoticed, vet explains

If you don’t clean your cat’s teeth already, now is a great time to start

PetsRadar

Greater share of US losing faith in health guidance, poll says - Roll Call

Both parties say they’d like the CDC to prioritize preventing chronic disease and protecting against new viruses with pandemic potential.

Roll Call

NHS leaving some patients with rare diseases to ‘fall through the cracks’, damning report finds

People with certain diseases are being left behind, report finds

The Independent UK

Blood cancer survival odds could be ‘doubled’ as bone marrow test trial is a success

Earlier detection will give health workers a bigger ‘window of opportunity’ to act, researchers say

The Independent UK

More than €100 billion a year: The cost of work-related stress in the EU

A study conducted by the European Trade Union Institute assessed the cost of cardiovascular disease and depressive disorders attributed to five psychosocial risks.

Euronews

Autopsy confirms Gene Hackman died from heart disease, notes his Alzheimer's and prolonged fasting

An autopsy report confirms the main cause of actor Gene Hackman's death was heart disease and notes he was in the advanced stages of Alzheimer’s disease and likely had not eaten for a long time

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Oskar Fischer: the forgotten pioneer of Alzheimer’s disease research

Ever heard of Fischer’s disease? No? Maybe that is not surprising, because it doesn’t exist. But it could have. In fact, the disease we now know as Alzheimer’s disease might just as easily have been called Fischer’s disease or Alzheimer-Fischer disease.

Evening Standard

What is Lyme disease? And how to avoid tick bites

With summer approaching and more time spent outdoors, how can you best prevent tick bites and lyme disease?

The Guardian - UK

Final autopsy results on Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, reveal complex health issues

Report confirms that Arakawa died of hantavirus and her husband, who had heart problems and Alzeimer’s disease, may not have realised she had died

Medical Daily

Worried About Heart Attacks? Just 3 Minutes Of Household Chores Could Reduce Risk

Researchers have found that just three minutes of moderate activity, naturally woven into daily life, could be all it takes to reduce heart disease risks.

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Dr. Zhong Liu: Leading Cutting-Edge Research in AI Sleep Medicine and AI Cardiovascular Dynamics at Harvard Medical School

As a Research Fellow at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Zhong Liu has made groundbreaking advancements not only in fundamental theoretical research and AI algorithms but also in infusing new energy into life sciences AI algorithms and interdisciplinary medical technologies with his diverse academic background.

The Independent UK

Gene Hackman autopsy results shine light on actor’s challenging medical history

New details about Oscar-winner’s health issues have been shared in final report

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Gene Hackman's final autopsy reveals official cause of death

Gene Hackman's autopsy has revealed that he passed away from "severe cardiovascular disease", with "advanced stage Alzheimer's disease" being in another contributory factor in his death.

Evening Standard

Test for ‘bad cholesterol’ proteins could better predict heart disease risk

Researchers in Sweden and the US suggest measuring levels of lipoproteins may be a more accurate risk predictor

The Independent UK

New blood test could better predict heart disease risk and ‘save lives’

Researchers in Sweden and the US suggest measuring levels of lipoproteins may be a more accurate risk predictor than cholesterol

The Independent UK

Man with motor neurone disease walks final 356 metres of the London marathon

Alex Gibson, 47, founded the charity Challenging MND to help support others suffering with the degenerative disease, and their family carers.

Evening Standard

The longevity nutrient: how dolphins helped scientists discover a secret ingredient to help us live longer

Dolphins, the US navy and pecorino: the strange tale of a longevity breakthrough, by Claudia Cockerell

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