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Bark detective: dog trained to sniff out UK tree disease

Six-year-old spanador called Ivor taught to identify tree fungal-like organism killing trees and shrubs around UK

The Guardian - UK

This morning symptom in men can be a silent indicator of heart blockage

Did you know that before a serious illness develops, our bodies give us small clues about how we are doing? The lack of morning penile erections in men may be one such indication. Often called "morning wood," this physiological reaction is more than just a sign of a healthy sexual…

The Times of India

Sniffer dog trained to detect tree disease in ‘groundbreaking’ project

Experts trained Ivor, a six-year-old cocker spaniel Labrador cross, to identify the highly destructive pathogen phytophthora ramorum.

Evening Standard

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3 Genomic Research Companies Pioneering Personalized Medicine

With vast potential, contribution to rare disease discovery and management, and adoption of AI, the genomic research market is thriving. Hence, fundamentally solid genomic research stocks Agilent Technologies (A), Illumina (ILMN), and 10x Genomics (TXG) could be ideal buys. Read more.

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First new treatment for asthma and COPD in half a century – new study

Every 30 seconds, someone in the world will experience a flare-up of their asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) symptoms. For decades, the standard treatment for these potentially life-threatening episodes has remained unchanged – treatment with steroids, such as prednisolone.

The Conversation

3 Healthcare Stocks Leading the Fight Against Global Diseases

As chronic and infectious diseases continue to rise, the demand for advanced healthcare solutions grows. Hence, investing in established healthcare stocks, Pfizer (PFE), Merck & Co (MRK), and AbbVie (ABBV), presents a compelling opportunity to capitalize on the sector’s landscape. Read on….

StockNews.com

Even in blue Colorado, vaccine advocates worry about RFK Jr’s appeal and ‘medical freedom’ movement

Growing rates of infectious disease in state’s most populous region could indicate increased ‘vaccine hesitancy’

The Guardian - US

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The 90-30-50 diet: Does the latest TikTok weight loss trend really work?

Could hitting specific numerical targets help supercharge weight loss and protect you from chronic disease? Nutritionist Louise Pyne investigates…

Evening Standard

Bruce Willis: Die Hard actor seen in rare photo after dementia diagnosis

Actor was seen smiling with daughters while holding plaque that reads ‘Best Dad Ever’

The Independent UK

The Crunch: how mpox attacks, Billy Joel mapped, where washing machines spit microplastics

We highlight a great visual primer on a disease the WHO has declared a public health emergency

The Guardian - AU

Understanding and navigating genetic risks for cancer

Cancer is a disease that is caused by abnormal cell growth, driven by both genetic and environmental forces. Genetics, particularly in cases when certain gene mutations are inherited, play the most important role in substantially increasing the risk of cancer. Not all cancers are inherited, but certain gene mutations can…

The Times of India

How evolution evolved: the risks and rewards of gene-editing technology

India Block speaks to paediatrician and TV writer Dr Neal Baer about the controversial technology and how it could reshape humanity

Evening Standard

Kevin Sinfield will be thinking of Rob Burrow during latest gruelling challenge

Burrow lost his battle against motor neurone disease in June aged 41.

The Independent UK

UK ‘on the brink of defeating’ meningitis C

There were just three cases of meningococcal group C – the infection which can lead to meningitis C – last year, the UK Health Security Agency said.

Evening Standard

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Stone man disease: A rare condition that causes a person to grow a second skeleton

Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP) is an extremely rare congenital condition that causes the body to grow a second skeleton, rendering patients immobile.

Medical Daily

Your Menopause Treatment Tablets Could Affect Heart Health: Here's What Study Says

Researchers have found that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) tablets containing both estrogen and progestogen may increase the risk of heart disease and blood clots in menopausal women.

The Times of India

Deadly mosquito borne disease Japanese Encephalitis in Delhi: Isolated case reported

Just as the national capital is battling against air pollution, another fear has come to the fore. The national capital has reported an "isolated" case of Japanese Encephalitis.

Evening Standard

Teenage photographer Liz Hatton who was hugged by Kate dies aged 17

The young cancer patient began a photography bucket list appeal in January after being diagnosed with an aggressive and rare form of the disease.

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The Conversation

Mosquito-borne diseases are on the rise. Here’s how collecting mozzies in your backyard can help science

Warm weather is here and mosquitoes are on the rise in Australia. Unseasonably large swarms are causing problems in some parts of Sydney already.

The Guardian - US

Number of US abortions fell by only 2% after wave of state bans, CDC report reveals

First major report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention tallies abortion provision in the post-Roe US

The Independent UK

Meet the medical contrarians picked to lead health agencies under Trump and Kennedy

Donald Trump's health team picks includes outspoken critics of the medical establishment and COVID-19 health measures

LiveScience

Cervical cancer deaths have plummeted among young women, US study finds

A new study has revealed that cervical cancer deaths have strongly declined in the U.S. since 2016, likely due to increased rates of HPV vaccination.

Latin Times

Dubai Locks Foreigner Up for Life for Carrying CBD Oil Used to Treat Chronic Pain from Rare Disease: 'Kevin Will Not Survive'

Dubai's government has sentenced Maurice Kevin O'Rourke, a 64-year-old Canadian man, to life in prison after he was caught during an airport layover with CBD oil used to treat chronic pain caused by Addison's disease.

Benzinga

PTC Therapeutics Ends Utreloxastat Development After Rare Neurodegenerative Disease Trial Misses Goal, Analyst Maintains Outperform With Focus On Sepiapterin, Huntington's Programs

PTC Therapeutics halts Utreloxastat development after ALS trial disappoints. Analysts highlight promising pipeline, including Huntington's and PKU programs.

The Conversation

Extent of prostate cancer treatment harms revealed in new study

Every so often there is an urgent call for a national prostate cancer screening programme to be introduced, usually following the diagnosis of a high-profile person with the disease.

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