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Asylum seekers return to the Bibby Stockholm barge after legionella scare as protesters block entry

Just Stop Oil activists blocked a coach transporting migrants to the barge

The Independent UK

Bird flu in South Africa: expert explains what's behind the chicken crisis and what must be done about it

An outbreak of avian flu – a highly contagious viral infection that affects wild birds as well as poultry – has hit poultry farms in South Africa. Two different strains are causing outbreaks in the country – A(H5N1) and influenza A(H7N6). A specialist in poultry health, Shahn Bisschop, answers some…

The Conversation

Novel scientific way to deal with polycystic syndrome

Globally 8% to 13% deal with PCOS with upto 70% of the impacted female population remaining undiagnosed. In India alone, 10% of the female population deal with endocrine disease.

The Times of India

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Study: Commonly Prescribed Statin Raises Diabetes Risk

Rosuvastatin found to increase risk of type 2 diabetes compared to atorvastatin, warns new research

Zenger

Better treatment pathway for pancreatic cancer ‘could save thousands of lives’

Pancreatic Cancer UK is called for sustained government funding to improve diagnosis and treatment for those with the disease.

The Independent UK

Traditional Chinese Medicine Holds Potential As Treatment For Osteoporosis

Antimalarial drug derived from Chinese medicine reverses bone loss in mice, offering hope for osteoporosis treatment.

Zenger

Tapeworm is spreading in Kenya – demand for meat brings parasite to new areas

Echinococcus granulosus, a type of tapeworm, is a harmful parasite that affects 1 million people worldwide.

The Conversation

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COVID-19 vaccine mandates have come and mostly gone in the US – an ethicist explains why their messy rollout matters for trust in public health

Ending pandemics is a social decision, not scientific. Governments and organizations rely on social, cultural and political considerations to decide when to officially declare the end of a pandemic. Ideally, leaders try to minimize the social, economic and public health burden of removing emergency restrictions while maximizing potential benefits.

The Conversation

Families of India’s first cases of two rare disease patients struggle for inclusion under national policy

Treatment is expensive. Continuity of the expensive treatment can be ensured only if there is assurance of funding, either through the government or medical insurance, as is the case in other countries, the families feel.

The Hindu

Over the counter genetic tests in UK ‘fail to identify 89%’ of those at serious risk

Study by University College London also says 5% of users are wrongly told they will develop major illness

The Guardian - UK

Genetic risk scores ‘do not have a place in public health screening’

Researchers said the scoring system led to false positives and ‘performed poorly’ when predicting if a person would develop common diseases.

The Independent UK

The importance of breast cancer screening

Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent and potentially life-threatening diseases affecting women worldwide. The significance of early detection through breast cancer screening cannot be overstated. Regular screening plays a crucial role in saving lives, and it empowers individuals to take control of their health. In this article, we…

The Times of India

75% of emerging infectious diseases are zoonotic, cautions Union Health Secretary

Union Health Secretary said that zoonotic disease is one of the areas of concern which is affecting humans as well as the animal health

The Hindu

Disease outbreak warnings as ‘vast majority’ of Gaza has no running water

The warning comes as hundreds of lorries full of emergency supplies wait in Egypt for a possible opening of the Rafah crossing into Gaza

Evening Standard

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Soaring congenital syphilis rates in US risk lives of thousands of babies

Biden administration urged to declare a public health emergency with key medication for preventable condition in short supply

The Independent UK

How soon after Covid can I get a booster?

High-risk individuals—such as older adults—may not need to wait as long as those who are less likely to develop severe disease

Zenger

New Research Reveals Lack Of Awareness On Breast Cancer Symptoms

Less than half of adults can identify common signs beyond lumps, highlighting the need for education.

The Independent UK

Breakthrough reverses prostate cancer’s resistance to treatment

Researchers said their discovery is ‘tremendously exciting’.

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The Independent UK

4 black women on their experiences with breast cancer

Speaking about breast cancer is still taboo in the black community. Yolanthe Fawehinmi hears from four women about their journeys with the disease.

Dynamite News

Maulana Azad Dental Institute celebrates World Endodontic Day: Save your natural tooth

The main objective was to increase awareness of the dental health challenges posed by endodontic diseases. Read further on Dynamite News:

WEKU

Scientists built the largest-ever map of the human brain. Here's what they found

A new atlas of the human brain could help explain abilities like language – and vulnerabilities, like Alzheimer's disease.

Dynamite News

Pregnancy complications enhance short, long-term risk of heart disease for people with obesity: Study

Obesity during early pregnancy appears to be a strong predictor of future cardiovascular disease and has been linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes such as high blood pressure, preeclampsia, and gestational diabetes. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Conversation

Tuberculosis isn't just a historical disease. Here's how it spreads and who is at risk

Tuberculosis is often seen as a threat of the past. But it remains a significant concern worldwide, with international travel spreading the disease.

The Times of India

In caution lies the cure

October is observed as the International

Newsroom.co.nz

Covid: Still here, still deadly

It's the unwelcome guest that no one wants to talk about – Covid-19 may be below the radar now, but it hasn't gone away and is likely to claim 1,000 Kiwi lives this year.

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