Breakthrough Alzheimer’s drugs rejected for use on the NHS. Here’s how they work Scientists and doctors remain divided on the targeted antibody drugs that slow down the early stages of Alzheimer’s The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2025
How do the new antibody drugs for Alzheimer’s disease work? Donanemab and lecanemab are antibodies that slow down the early stages of Alzheimer’s. Evening Standard · Jun 18, 2025
Alzheimer’s drugs rejected for NHS because benefits ‘too small’ to justify cost Donanemab and lecanemab are targeted antibody drugs that slow down the early stages of Alzheimer’s. Evening Standard · Jun 18, 2025
7 Surprising Reasons Doctors Say You Should Rethink Daily Cannabis Use After 40 If you’re enjoying daily cannabis use as part of your wellness routine after 40, it might be time to pause and reassess. New research and expert warnings show that what felt harmless in your 20s could turn risky as you age. From heart issues to memory fog, these concerns aren’t… Grocery Coupon Guide · Jun 18, 2025
Want to reduce your heart attack risk? Do this kind of exercise A person has a heart attack every 40 seconds in the U.S. The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2025
Bottom’s up? US will no longer tell people exactly what the safe amount to drink is, report claims Recent research has found that the number of cancer and liver disease deaths linked to alcohol use have risen in recent years The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2025
The one thing this cardiologist adds to nearly every meal Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2025
Ticks carry decades of history in each troublesome bite When you think about ticks, you might picture nightmarish little parasites, stalking you on weekend hikes or afternoons in the park. The Conversation · Jun 18, 2025
GPs to contact patients with key warning signs of pancreatic cancer GPs and their teams will look for people over 60 who may have signs of the cancer, such as a recent diagnosis of diabetes and sudden weight loss. The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2025
The five everyday habits that might be quietly harming your liver The liver is one of the hardest-working organs in the human body but despite its remarkable resilience, it is not indestructible The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2025
The one-minute exercise that can slash your risk of heart disease Taking short breaks to do high-intensity exercise throughout the day can help counter the effects of a sedentary lifestyle The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2025
How a hated bacteria could protect the brain from Alzheimer’s disease Helicobacter pylori – a bacteria best known for causing stomach ulcers – could lead to a new strategy in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2025
David ‘Syd’ Lawrence’s brave race against time to tell his remarkable story Former England bowler has motor neurone disease and his new autobiography vividly describes his daily experience The Guardian - UK · Jun 18, 2025
The Guardian - AU · Jun 18, 2025 What is rat lungworm disease and why are cases rising in dogs in Australia? The rare but deadly condition – that can spread to humans – is caused by worm larvae and is being found in areas affected by heavy rain. Here are the symptoms to look out for and how to avoid infection
The Guardian - UK · Jun 17, 2025 Cannabis use could double risk of heart deaths, study suggests Experts say research from University of Toulouse raises ‘serious questions’ about health risks of cannabis
Capital & Main · Jun 17, 2025 A Coal Miner’s Daughter Takes on DOGE to Protect Miners’ Health Since 1970, more than 75,000 miners have died of black lung disease. Now, researchers working to prevent those deaths get layoff notices.
The Conversation · Jun 17, 2025 Alzheimer’s: bacteria that causes stomach ulcers may protect the brain, our new research indicates Every three seconds, someone in the world develops dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, accounting for between 60% and 70% of all cases.
The Conversation · Jun 17, 2025 Five common habits that might be harming your liver The liver is one of the hardest working organs in the human body. It detoxifies harmful substances, helps with digestion, stores nutrients, and regulates metabolism.
Bored Panda · Jun 17, 2025 “You Can Target Fat”: 59 Debunked Health And Wellness Myths Everyone Need To Know Who do you trust when everyone claims to have the answer?
The Independent UK · Jun 17, 2025 Can’t sleep? It might be the reason you’re putting on weight Sleep loss is linked to poor eating habits and elevated risks for obesity and metabolic disease.
The Independent UK · Jun 16, 2025 Covid-19 and RSV head data scientist dramatically quits saying she doesn’t trust RFK Jr department to use it ‘objectively’ Fiona Havers had worked for the Centers of Disease Control for 13 years before she resigned Monday
The Independent UK · Jun 15, 2025 ‘Milestone’ treatment could reshape future leukaemia care The Flair trial found that 94 per cent of patients who received the two targeted drugs were alive with no disease progression after five years
Evening Standard · Jun 15, 2025 New leukaemia treatment hailed as ‘milestone’ for patients After five years, 94% of patients were alive, with no disease progression.
Evening Standard · Jun 15, 2025 Blood test for early signs of pancreatic cancer trialled by UK doctors Experts hope the test will enable doctors to pick up early signs of the deadly disease, which can have vague or no symptoms.