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Surprising benefits of pear you didn't know about

Among the juicy and delicious fruits that people with diabetes can snack on without worrying about their blood sugar levels going out of control, is the humble pear. The bell-shaped fruit is said to have originated in the Caucasus more than 4000 years ago. Pears have been well-renowned for their…

The Times of India

Noah Lyles underscores our COVID denial

We keep pretending that the pandemic is done and over, but it keeps knocking us off our feet

Salon

Increased migratory flows and poorer health are leading to a surge in organ trafficking in Latin America

Kidneys are the organs most frequently trafficked, driven by the high demand resulting from increased rates of renal disease linked to diabetes

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‘I’ve been tired since I was 13’: ME patients hope harrowing inquest will change perceptions

Maeve Boothby O’Neill’s parents tell of desperate efforts to find help and their desire to improve treatment for others

The Guardian - UK

Some people recover from ALS — now, we might know why

A rare gene variant may explain why a subset of patients with ALS recover from the deadly disease.

LiveScience

10 of the deadliest superbugs that scientists are worried about

These bacteria have evolved the ability to resist treatment with antibiotics, leaving doctors scrambling to help patients who are infected.

LiveScience

Is baking soda water worth adding to your wellness routine? Pros and cons to know

Baking soda water, one of the latest wellness craze, has caught the imagination of many due to its purported benefits for digestion, boosting athletic performance and relief from acid reflux. Baking soda or sodium bicarbonate's uses go beyond a leavening agent in baked goods like cakes and cookies. The common…

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Infectious diseases spike when kids return to school − here’s what you can do about it

Ready or not, back-to-school season is here, and kids will be bringing home more than homework. They’ll be carrying germs, too.

The Conversation

Africa mpox outbreak sparks health emergency warning

At least 16 countries have seen mpox infections as experts weigh option to declare public health emergency

The Independent UK

Tower bacteria testing linked to Legionnaires' outbreak

Health authorities have confirmed the suspected source of a Legionnaires' outbreak as they continue investigating how the bacteria grew in a cooling tower.

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Dallas County, Texas Reports First West Nile Virus Death

Learn about West Nile virus, its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention measures to protect yourself from mosquito-borne diseases.

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Mpox outbreak puts Africa on brink of official public health emergency

African disease control centre urges ‘collective and collaborative approach’ after cases rise by 160% year on year

The Guardian - UK

Meet the mastermind who is trying to cure brain disease

The laboratory Mark Effinger uses to develop his range of brain-boosting supplements has become an analytics powerhouse. He shares his breakthroughs with Evgeny Lebedev

Evening Standard

Valley fever risk may be high this year, California officials warn in wake of music festival outbreak

California officials are investigating cases of valley fever tied to a recent music festival.

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High school girls are coming out of a ‘wave of sadness’ after a pandemic spike of feeling hopeless

The latest data shows mental health issues are not ‘insurmountable,’ said CDC division of adolescent and school health director

Inverse

Daisy Ridley Has Graves’ Disease — What to Know About This Relatively Common Condition

Star Wars actress Daisy Ridley opened up about her Graves' disease diagnosis, which is an autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid, causing hyperthyroidism.

The Conversation

How the health of your lungs is linked to the bacteria in your gut

The trillions of bacteria living in our gut have an extraordinary effect on our health. They’re in charge of digestion, breaking down the foods we eat and extracting their vitamins and minerals. A healthy, balanced microbiome also helps ward off infections and even lowers risk of certain diseases.

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Daisy Ridley Opens Up About Her Health Struggles And Treatments.

Daisy Ridley, known for 'Star Wars,' shares her journey managing Graves’ disease and other health challenges.

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A common parasite could one day deliver drugs to the brain − how scientists are turning ‘Toxoplasma gondii’ from foe into friend

Parasites take an enormous toll on human and veterinary health. But researchers may have found a way for patients with brain disorders and a common brain parasite to become frenemies.

Inverse

This Simple Diet Tweak Can Increase Heart Health And Stave Off Kidney Disease

A new study shows that a diet rich in fruit and vegetables can help patients with hypertension, and can also reduce risk of kidney and heart disease.

Evening Standard

What is emphysema? David Lynch reveals he has lung condition

The Twin Peaks creator, 78, says he developed the condition after years of smoking but quit two years ago

The National (Scotland)

Tick population in Scotland could nearly double due to climate change, study finds

TICK numbers in Scotland could almost double by 2080 due to climate change if temperatures rise by 4C, researchers have warned.

The Independent UK

Tick population in Scotland could almost double due to climate change – study

It is hoped the research, which examines the density of tick populations in Scotland, could help reduce tick-spread illnesses, such as Lyme disease.

The Guardian - UK

UK urged to consider ban on artificial stone worktops over silicosis risk

Leading medic calls for urgent action to protect those who cut the material after rise in cases of the incurable disease

The Independent UK

Calls to ban kitchen worktop material after link to incurable disease

Experts have documented eight cases of silicosis in the UK

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