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Mpox deaths rise by 107 in a week as Africa CDC calls the toll unacceptable

The Africa Center for Disease Control and Prevention has recorded more than 100 mpox-related deaths in a week, a toll the agency's director-general described as “not acceptable.”

The Independent UK

Scientists invent tool to see how 'healthy' your gut microbiome is — does it work?

A new tool can reveal whether someone has a "healthy" gut microbiome with a simple score — but how does it work?

LiveScience

Dementia prescriptions jump 46% in a decade as Australia urged to prepare for ‘full impact’ of disease

Neuroscientist says rapidly ageing population puts country at forefront of a health crisis

The Guardian - AU

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The menopause can increase your likelihood of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes and hypertension — but exercise can help lower risk

The menopause affects all women differently – and each person’s experience is unique. While some women view menopause as a new lease of life, others can experience a host of new symptoms and changes to their body. Many of these changes can have an effect on health, too — even…

The Conversation

Dry Eyes? Laughter May Be The Best Medicine, Says Study

The study suggests that laughter could be a safe, low-cost remedy for those struggling with dry eyes.

Medical Daily

'Protect babies': disease dubbed the 100-day cough hits record numbers

NSW Health urged people to get vaccinated for the disease.

Newcastle Herald

Which gut drugs might end up in a lawsuit? Are there really links with cancer and kidney disease? Should I stop taking them?

Common medicines used to treat conditions including heartburn, reflux, indigestion and stomach ulcers may be the subject of a class action lawsuit in Australia.

The Conversation

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Experts find laughter is as good as drops for treating eye issue

Experts examined almost 300 people aged 18 to 45 with dry eye disease

The Independent UK

Science Shows A Way More Fun Way To Take Care of Your Dry Eyes

A new study becomes the latest to delve into health conditions that laughter might be able to treat -- this time, dry eye disease, which outperformed eyedrops.

Inverse

Your eyes could reveal the first signs of many diseases

Melissa, a 30-year-old educator, came to the emergency department with a sudden onset of double vision. She had not been in an accident or suffered any trauma and had never experienced this symptom before. However, she noted that a few months earlier, the vision in one of her eyes had…

The Conversation

Global media tell only part of Africa’s story – new report shows which outlets perform best and worst

Media coverage of Africa has always been dominated by narratives of disease, poverty, conflict and political instability. These portrayals, rooted in colonial histories, continue to shape global perceptions and policy decisions.

The Conversation

60% of Indians constantly worry about getting cancer

Cancer has become one of the most feared illnesses in India. It might seem a surprise but the country is paralysed by its dread of cancer in many ways. One significant barrier in the fight against cancer is the fear surrounding the disease, even with advances in medical research and…

The Times of India

Childhood diabetes cases have risen sharply over the last 30 years in Europe, but some countries are affected more than others – new study

Diabetes is a global health problem. Those who suffer from this disease produce little or no insulin, or have an ineffective response to insulin that causes their high blood sugar levels to be abnormally high.

The Conversation

Pancreatic cancer has the lowest survival rate of all common cancers. A new tool could change that

Pancreatic cancer is very difficult to diagnose at an early stage

The Independent UK

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The Guardian - UK

Most people over 70 should consider taking statins, study finds

Researchers say cost-effective treatment that cuts heart disease and stroke risk is linked to better health in older age

The Conversation

Meningococcal: what to know about this potentially deadly disease affecting Australian children

Three children in far north Queensland have recently become unwell with meningococcal disease, a life-threatening infection caused by the bacteria Neisseria meningitidis.

The Times of India

Babesiosis, a rare tick-borne illness spreading in the US can have severe symptoms; all details inside

Tick-borne diseases are witnessing an uptick in the US. After Wetland virus, a tick borne illness affecting the brain, another such disease Babesiosis has been showing an upward trend in the US which has left health officials and doctors worried.

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Fourth Legionnaires' Disease Death Confirmed At NY Assisted Living Facility

Albany reports fourth Legionnaires' disease death at Peregrine Senior Living; outbreak response ongoing with collaborative efforts to contain and prevent f...

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Push to improve syphilis testing in US as disease makes dramatic comeback

Cases have risen 80% in the last five years, and the US now has the highest syphilis rates since 1950

The Conversation

Researchers don’t take enough account of variation in biology – doing so could unlock new understanding in science and medicine

The natural world is filled with variety. Ecological systems can look very different in different parts of the Earth. Every species has genetic variation that means individuals can look and behave very differently. Diseases can affect people differently, with some suffering more serious complications than others.

The Times of India

How running, cycling helped 45 year old to beat diabetes, weight gain and flesh-eating bacteria infection

Dhiraj Bhandary, the Client Executive Program Lead, Deloitte South Asia, has won over a life threatening disease, a metabolic syndrome and hard-to-imagine weight gain.

The Guardian - UK

Country diary: Something’s eating away at this sycamore tree

Houndkirk Moor, South Yorkshire: Sooty bark disease has been afflicting many more trees this summer, but that’s not the culprit with this sapling

The Times of India

Understanding monkeypox: Myths and misinformation to ignore about the disease

Understanding the facts about mpox is essential for combating misinformation and ensuring effective public health responses. By debunking myths and disseminating accurate information, we can help reduce fear and stigma, promote appropriate preventive measures, and support those affected by the disease. It is crucial to rely on credible sources and…

The Times of India

All about newly discovered deadly wetland virus that can affect the brain

A newly discovered virus in China can be another health concern as experts say the tick borne virus can cause neurological disease.

The Guardian - UK

Pathogenic microbes blown vast distances by winds, scientists discover

Living microbes that cause disease in humans and host antibiotic-resistance genes carried 1,200 miles

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