Aussie beef a hot commodity as US imports hit a high The US looks set to import more Australian beef as American herds continue to dwindle, while tariffs and disease threaten other top export nations. AAP · Aug 12, 2025
Rise in dengue fever outbreaks across the Pacific driven by the climate crisis, experts say Samoa, Fiji and Tonga among the worst affected amid warning the disease and others will become ‘more common and more serious’ as the planet warms The Guardian - AU · Aug 12, 2025
Cats develop dementia like humans – and may hold clues to treating it The breakthrough was hailed as a “perfect natural model for Alzheimer’s” by scientists who worked on it The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2025
‘Outdated guidance’ sees thousands at risk of prostate cancer ‘overtreatment’ Overtreatment of the disease can lead to side effects such as erectile dysfunction or incontinence, charity Prostate Cancer UK said. Evening Standard · Aug 11, 2025
5 Vaccines Adults Should Never Ignore, Experts Warn When most people think of vaccines, they picture childhood shots and school immunization records. But staying protected doesn’t end when you become an adult—some vaccines are just as critical later in life. From preventing serious respiratory infections to protecting against diseases that can cause long-term complications, certain immunizations are essential… Clever Dude · Aug 11, 2025
Is Your Morning Cereal As Dangerous As Bacon? Experts Warn Ultra-Processed Foods Are Linked To Cancer And Dementia New research reveals ultra-processed foods increase cancer risk by 2% and dementia risk by 25% per 10% intake increase. Learn which everyday foods pose the biggest threat to your health. International Business Times UK · Aug 11, 2025
Gene therapy can be less effective in women – and my research in mice brings us one step closer to understanding why Gene therapies hold immense promise for treating sight loss. These therapies use a modified, harmless virus to deliver therapeutic genes directly to diseased cells, helping them to function normally again. The Conversation · Aug 11, 2025
Can AI Predict Your Baby's Intelligence? New Genetics Startup Herasight Says Yes—Sparking Fears Of Eugenics 2.0 In IVF A genetics startup founded by scientists Tobias Wolfram and Alex Strudwick Young has left stealth mode, with Futurism reporting that Herasight claims its embryo screening platform can forecast a baby's intelligence and the likelihood of developing 17 diseases. Benzinga · Aug 11, 2025
Health authorities fear mosquito-borne disease deaths could surge IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2025
Novartis' Investigational Drug Aces Two Pivotal Trials For Chronic Disease Impacting Tears, Saliva Novartis AG (NYSE:NVS) on Monday released topline data from two Phase 3 trials, NEPTUNUS-1 and NEPTUNUS-2, evaluating ianalumab (VAY736) in adults with active Sjögren’s disease. Benzinga · Aug 11, 2025
Three new cancer drugs approved for use for NHS Scotland Three new treatments for cancer have been approved for use by the NHS in Scotland ... The National (Scotland) · Aug 11, 2025
Your finger nails can reveal more about your health than you think Changes in the colour and texture of your nails can indicate health issues The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2025
Chris Hemsworth's diagnosis changed his outlook Chris Hemsworth is, biologially, eight to ten times more likely than other people to develop Alzheimer's disease. BANG Premier · Aug 10, 2025
CDC shooter blamed COVID vaccine for depression; union demands statement against misinformation A Georgia man who had blamed the COVID-19 vaccine for making him depressed and suicidal has been identified as the shooter who opened fire late Friday on the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters, killing a police officer The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2025
The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2025 Georgia authorities identify suspect in CDC shooting as a 30-year-old man from suburban Atlanta The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has identified the man who opened fire at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as 30-year-old Patrick Joseph White of Kennesaw, Georgia
The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2025 For some Zimbabwe children with heart disease, a rare lifeline restores hope Ten children in Zimbabwe have received free open-heart surgery from a visiting team of Egyptian surgeons working alongside local doctors
The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2025 New study reveals the best type of milk to consume A decades-long study has revealed that consuming full-fat milk increases the risk of heart disease and death, while low-fat milk is associated with lower risks.
Bored Panda · Aug 8, 2025 WHO Warns of Global Chikungunya Risk As China Outbreak Surges Past 10,000 And Reaches New Country “Chikungunya is not a disease that is widely known, but it has been detected and transmitted in 119 countries globally."
Benzinga · Aug 8, 2025 Genmab/AbbVie Partnered Blood Cancer Combination Drug Cuts Risk Of Disease Progression By 79% Genmab A/S (NASDAQ:GMAB) released results Thursday of the Phase 3 EPCORE FL-1 trial evaluating subcutaneous epcoritamab in combination with rituximab and lenalidomide (R2) versus R2 alone for adult patients with relapsed or refractory (R/R) follicular lymphoma (FL).
The Conversation · Aug 8, 2025 The key to a centenarian’s long life may be their superhuman ability to avoid disease – new research Humans may be living longer on average these days, but, even so, only a fraction of us will live to see our 100th birthday. Yet the reasons why only a select few will become centenarians still remains a mystery to scientists.
Budget and the Bees · Aug 8, 2025 10 Foods That Help Burn Belly Fat Naturally Stubborn belly fat, also known as visceral fat, is more than just a cosmetic concern; it’s a key risk factor for serious health issues like heart disease and type 2 diabetes. While spot reduction is a myth, you can significantly reduce abdominal fat by adopting a healthy lifestyle that includes…
The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2025 The fragrant herb that can protect you from cancer and cardiovascular disease This summer salad staple has immune boosting nutrients and has been used for thousands of years
The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2025 The vaccine that could lower the risk of dementia by 20 per cent A new study could change the way we understand and treat dementia and other degenerative disorders of the brain
The Guardian - UK · Aug 8, 2025 Don’t wait! Prune your stone-fruit tree now, and ensure a healthy winter Cutting while the weather’s warm reduces the risk of fungal and bacterial diseases invading
The Guardian - AU · Aug 8, 2025 Alarm in China that efforts to control Chikungunya virus are infringing on rights Many say control measure for mosquito-borne disease hark back to the zero-Covid era, in which people’s daily lives were strictly monitored