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Peter Andre books 'emotional' trip to Australia to visit sick mom

Pop star Peter Andre has revealed he's booking a trip home to Australia to visit his sick mom after she was diagnosed with Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease.

BANG Premier · Dec 9, 2024

Ex-footballers’ higher dementia rates not driven by ‘lifestyle factors’ – study

The FIELD study at the University of Glasgow is investigating potential links between dementia and head impacts in sport.

Evening Standard · Dec 9, 2024

Broken sleep linked to liver disease, says new study

Researchers at the University of Basel’s Centre for Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases, have linked fatty liver disease to sleep disruption. We explore the findings.

Tom’s Guide · Dec 9, 2024

‘The cost of being a woman is pain’: How UP’s women are confronting a public health crisis

The windowsill of Manorama’s porch is dotted with bottles of Odomos, kachua chaap (mosquito coils) and sachets of mosquito-repellent oil. Her feet, now decorated with mehendi, once struggled to fit into the largest pair of slippers. “I know the cost of a mosquito bite better than anyone else,” says the…

Newslaundry · Dec 9, 2024

Epilepsy and seizures: Know the similarities and differences

The words Epilepsy and Seizures are often used interchangeably by the general public and even medical professionals. They represent different medical conditions and have different treatment and prognostic implications.

The Times of India · Dec 8, 2024

Eating a handful of dry fruits daily can reduce the risk of 17 types of cancers

The connection between diet and cancer is undeniable. What we eat plays a pivotal role in either fueling or fighting this deadly disease. Diets rich in processed foods, red meats, and sugary beverages can increase the risk of certain cancers, while nutrient-dense foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy…

The Times of India · Dec 8, 2024

Duck Dynasty star Phil Robertson’s family reveals he’s been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at 78

‘There’s no curing what he has,’ family says

The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2024

Respiratory illness season in the US: Key tips to stay healthy and boost immunity

Respiratory illness season in the US is here and the spike in cases of Influenza, Covid-19 and RSV could trigger health concerns, especially among children who are more susceptible to the viruses as compared to adults. Older adults and people with weakened immune systems also remain at higher risk. As…

The Times of India · Dec 7, 2024

Munawar Faruqui opens up on dealing with son's heart condition, know what it is

Standup comedian, Munawar Faruqui recently opened up on his son's health condition at the age of 1.5 years. Munawar revealed that his son had a rare disease called Kawasaki disease when he was only 1.5 years old and how he had to arrange money to treat his child.

The Times of India · Dec 7, 2024

5 symptoms men over 40 should never ignore

The repercussions of avoiding medical care become riskier—even potentially deadly—as men age.

Fortune · Dec 7, 2024