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Which organ is damaged by selenium deficiency?

Selenium is an essential trace element associated with several biological functions, such as antioxidant defense, development, and support of the immune system. Cellular health lies in its binding to form an integral part of selenoproteins, which is a group of enzymes pertinent in providing antioxidant protection and regulating oxidative stress.…

The Times of India

French overseas territory Guadeloupe declares dengue epidemic

The Caribbean archipelago of Guadeloupe has declared a dengue epidemic, with authorities noting the outbreak was being driven by a less common strain of the mosquito-borne disease.

Radio France Internationale

Dog walkers, picnickers have roles in biosecurity bout

A major gathering of global biosecurity experts has been told about the fight against Disease X and efforts to contain bird flu and other zoonotic diseases.

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What Else Can Green Tea Do?

Bacteria are not the only microscopic troublemakers. Viruses, tiny microorganisms that "hijack" their host's cells, are the source of some of the most dangerous and communicable diseases in the world, including AIDS. And viruses can attack plants as well as humans and animals. Taking their cue from Japanese tobacco growers…

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Trump warned his second term would mean ‘retribution’. His alarming cabinet picks show he means it

Analysis: Trump’s cabinet choices are shocking, but not surprising, Alex Woodward reports

The Independent UK

Who is RFK Jr and what are his likely top priorities?

Trump’s nominee to oversee key US health agencies is a vaccine denier and experts predict the return of diseases ‘we have controlled for decades’

The Guardian - US

WHO warns of measles resurgence as cases exceed 10 million in 2023

The disease killed 107,500 people in 2023, most of them under the age of five.

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Emerging links between intimate partner violence and women’s cardiovascular disease risk

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a global gendered epidemic that inordinately impacts females. Worldwide, 25-50 per cent of women report abuse in a personal relationship and two out of three victims of IPV are female.

The Conversation

G.tec Medical Engineering's Innovative RecoveriX BCI Treatment Now Available In Hospitals & Neurorehabilitation Centers

Using recoveriX improves neuroplasticity, which helps rewire nervous pathways and replace damaged neurons that were affected by the stroke, multiple sclerosis, or Parkinson's disease.

Medical Daily

Steve McQueen reveals he paused Blitz filming for prostate cancer treatment

Film director, who has fully recovered, backs campaign to address disproportionate impact of disease on Black men

The Guardian - UK

Eight conditions weight-loss jabs might be beneficial for

The weight-loss jab Wegovy made its debut on June 4 2021. It was the first new weight-loss drug to be approved by the US Food and Drug Administration since 2014.

The Conversation

Deadly E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s has now made more than 100 people ill

One person has died and four have developed a potentially life-threatening kidney disease complication as a result of the outbreak

The Independent UK

Neurogene Stock Plummets 44%: Is All Hope Lost for This Biotech?"

Neurogene has been on a huge run in 2024. That came to a halt after the company released trial results. But, the results may be better than the market thinks.

MarketBeat

Necrotizing fasciitis: The 'flesh-eating' infection that bores holes in the body

Necrotizing fasciitis is a rare, life-threatening illness caused by bacteria that aggressively attack the soft tissue of the body.

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How One Caregiver Is Navigating a Loved One's Dementia

She's spent many hours doing research and speaking with other caregivers to find her way to resources designed to help caregivers.

The Times of India

Why is blood pressure control crucial for people with diabetes?

High blood sugar will make complications from diabetes much worse. Complications from diabetes are higher risks to heart, kidneys, eyes, and your general health in individuals with both high blood pressure and diabetes. Let's discuss some of the reasons why managing blood pressure becomes important for people with diabetes and…

The Times of India

800 million diabetics worldwide and most aren't getting treatment, finds study

On World Diabetes Day, the findings of a study has shed light on the growing menace of the disease. World Diabetes Day is a crucial platform where global awareness around the disease and its impact on public health is discussed largely. The theme for this year, ‘Breaking Barriers, Bridging Gaps,’…

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RFK Jr.'s 'MAHA' views offer clues into how health policies might change

President-elect Donald Trump has said he will let RFK Jr. “go wild” on health care.

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The Conversation

Which animals carry mpox? Our study identified African forest dwelling rodents as one source

Mpox is a disease caused by the highly infectious monkeypox virus. It’s quite easily passed on from one person to another. But it originally came from infected animals.

The Independent UK

What makes walking so great for your health and what else do you need to do

Health experts say walking is an easy way to improve physical and mental health, bolster fitness and prevent disease

The Times of India

World Diabetes Day 2024: Date, history, theme, significance of the day

Diabetes has been on the rise at an alarming rate across the globe. With each passing year, the chronic disease has been broadening its impact, as more and more people are getting diagnosed with and battling with its many complications. A chronic disease, diabetes occurs when the pancreas is not…

The Guardian - UK

Less than half of eligible people received NHS ‘midlife MOT’ since 2019, says watchdog

Health check, which looks for signs of illnesses such as heart disease and diabetes, is available to people over 40

The Conversation

‘I have seen how the arts has changed people’: remembering Roz Hervey and her contribution to Australian dance

Much loved and respected Adelaide-based dancer, choreographer, director and producer Roz Hervey passed away last week. Her passing followed the diagnosis of motor neurone disease (MND) in 2022.

The Independent UK

Fewer than half take part in NHS midlife MOT – report

Experts said that if more people took up the offer, it would ‘save lives and public money’.

Evening Standard

Pete Waterman becomes patron of Brain Tumour Research in honour of son Paul

Waterman is backing the charity’s calls to increase national investment in brain tumour research to £35 million per year.

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