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‘I spent three Christmases in hospital – this year I want to re-write the story’

Kirsten said she had never had a medical condition up until her diagnosis in June 2021

The Independent UK · Dec 18, 2024

Your heart deserves the best care and TOI Medithon Part 2 is here to inspire

Your heart is at the core of your well-being, and keeping it healthy is vital for a long, fulfilling life. TOI Medithon Part 2 is an enlightening event dedicated to raising awareness about heart diseases and promoting heart-friendly lifestyles.

The Times of India · Dec 18, 2024

Jobs That Save Lives? People In Certain Professions May Be At Reduced Risk Of Alzheimer's Death

Professions requiring constant navigation, such as taxi and ambulance drivers, might be at an advantage as a recent study found these workers have a reduced risk of death from Alzheimer's disease.

Medical Daily · Dec 18, 2024

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The Importance of Managing Stress and Blood Pressure Naturally

In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become a constant companion for many. From work pressures to personal challenges, the impact on mental and physical health is significant. One of the most serious consequences of prolonged stress is its effect on blood pressure. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common…

inkl · Dec 18, 2024

Unknown disease in Congo is found to be severe malaria, know why it looked so different

The unknown mysterious disease that has been circulating in the e southwestern Kwango province is a severe form of malaria, Democratic Republic of Congo's Health Ministry has confirmed.

The Times of India · Dec 18, 2024

Cheap, smart and efficient: how giant rats are transforming the fight against TB

After success in Tanzania, other African countries may introduce the rodents to help sniff out the disease

The Guardian - UK · Dec 18, 2024

Conflicted: Health experts eager for RFK Jr push for healthy food, fearful he’ll trigger disease explosion

Kennedy faces an uphill battle of being confirmed by the Senate due to his past anti-vaccine statements and health-related conspiracy theories

The Independent UK · Dec 18, 2024

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Light to moderate wine drinking ‘can be as good as statins for heart’ – study

A study has examined heart benefits linked to drinking wine.

The Independent UK · Dec 18, 2024

Experts explain how a bottle of wine a week can actually be good for you

It’s all about what else you have it with

The Independent UK · Dec 18, 2024

9 of the most 'genetically isolated' human populations in the world

Geographical barriers and cultural differences can prevent people from mingling with their neighbors, leading to genetic isolation — and the phenomenon is more common than most people think.

LiveScience · Dec 17, 2024

Mysterious disease in DRC is severe malaria, health authorities say

Health authorities said the disease presents in the form of a respiratory illness.

Al Jazeera · Dec 17, 2024

We studied 20 places around the world and found the most common diseases linked with voluntary assisted dying

More and more countries are legalising voluntary assisted dying. This lets a doctor, or sometimes a nurse practitioner, give life-ending medication to an eligible person who requests it.

The Conversation · Dec 17, 2024

New study will use phone apps to explore link between sleep and Alzheimer's risk

Cambridge University and UCL will collaborate with a tech company to explore how sleep tracking data can help detect Alzheimer's disease

Tom’s Guide · Dec 17, 2024

Vaccine misinformation distorts science – a biochemist explains how RFK Jr. and his lawyer’s claims threaten public health

Vaccinations provide significant protection for the public against infectious diseases and substantially reduce health care costs. Therefore, it is noteworthy that President-elect Donald Trump wants Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a leading critic of childhood vaccination, to be secretary of Health and Human Services.

The Conversation · Dec 17, 2024

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The Guardian - UK · Dec 17, 2024

The ‘quad-demic’ is here – and with it I have become a disease detective

Anytime anyone tells me they are ill, I now launch endless inquisitions about their symptoms, writes Zoe Williams. Why do I care so much?

The Times of India · Dec 17, 2024

Study finds taxi and ambulance drivers less likely to die from Alzheimer's disease

A new study published in the British Medical Journal has revealed that deaths from Alzheimer’s disease are significantly lower among taxi and ambulance drivers, who frequently engage in processing spatial and navigational information. The findings suggest that these professions may offer a protective effect against Alzheimer’s, a progressive age-related condition…

Medical Daily · Dec 17, 2024

Is What You Eat Fueling Colon Cancer? Researchers Caution About Ultra-Processed Foods And Seed Oils

Colorectal cancer, once considered a disease of the elderly, is now spiking at an alarming rate among young people. The study cautions that food you choose today may either fuel colon cancer or help heal tumors in the future.

The Independent UK · Dec 16, 2024

These surprising professions have the lowest rate of Alzheimer’s disease deaths

Alzheimer’s disease is a form of dementia and it is one of the leading causes of death in the United States

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President-Elect Trump Supports Polio Vaccine Amid Controversy

President-elect Donald Trump supports polio vaccines despite concerns, emphasizing the importance of vaccination in disease prevention.

LiveScience · Dec 16, 2024

Bat poop used to grow cannabis kills 2 in New York in unusual cases

Two men from Rochester, New York died from a type of pneumonia after being exposed to a harmful fungus living in bat poop used to grow cannabis.

The Times of India · Dec 16, 2024

Highly drug-resistant cholera strain is spreading rapidly: What scientists are saying

A highly drug-resistant strain of cholera, resistant to 10 antibiotics including two of the three most commonly used for treatment, has spread across multiple countries, raising concerns about its potential to cause widespread devastation.

The Independent UK · Dec 16, 2024

Dad given two years to live after cold fingers turn out to be deadly rare condition

The rare autoimmune condition causes Scott Nell’s skin to harden and thicken

Medical Daily · Dec 16, 2024

Is Paracetamol Safe? Regular Use In Older Adults May Lead To Ulcers, Heart, And Kidney Complications

The study suggests that frequent use of this common pain reliever may be linked to several serious complications, such as peptic ulcers, heart failure, hypertension, and chronic kidney disease.

AAP · Dec 16, 2024

Call for rollout of vaccines after bacteria outbreak

Australia has recorded the highest number of a deadly bacterial infection in two decades, as experts call for newer vaccines to be rolled out.

The Times of India · Dec 15, 2024

10 cancer-causing foods you must avoid

Cancer, the much-dreaded disease, develops when cells divide uncontrollably and spread into surrounding tissues. One of the leading causes of mortality all over the world, it is often linked to a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. Among these, diet plays a significant role.

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