The Latest Breaking News from Disease

Extreme heat due to climate crisis puts people at greater risk of kidney disease

Researchers are finding heat-related illnesses can also contribute to heart disease and cognitive impairment

The Guardian - US · Sep 13, 2024

WHO grants first mpox vaccine approval to ramp up response to disease in Africa and beyond

The World Health Organization says it has granted its first authorization for use of a vaccine against mpox in adults, calling it an important step toward fighting against the disease in Africa and beyond

The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2024

Texas’ battle against deer disease threatens breeding industry

Texas has seen a record number of chronic wasting disease cases this year. The state is looking for new ways to contain the spread without driving deer breeders out of business.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 13, 2024

Dementia prescriptions jump 46% in a decade as Australia urged to prepare for ‘full impact’ of disease

Neuroscientist says rapidly ageing population puts country at forefront of a health crisis

The Guardian - AU · Sep 12, 2024

The menopause can increase your likelihood of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes and hypertension — but exercise can help lower risk

The menopause affects all women differently – and each person’s experience is unique. While some women view menopause as a new lease of life, others can experience a host of new symptoms and changes to their body. Many of these changes can have an effect on health, too — even…

The Conversation · Sep 12, 2024

Dry Eyes? Laughter May Be The Best Medicine, Says Study

The study suggests that laughter could be a safe, low-cost remedy for those struggling with dry eyes.

Medical Daily · Sep 12, 2024

'Protect babies': disease dubbed the 100-day cough hits record numbers

NSW Health urged people to get vaccinated for the disease.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 12, 2024

Which gut drugs might end up in a lawsuit? Are there really links with cancer and kidney disease? Should I stop taking them?

Common medicines used to treat conditions including heartburn, reflux, indigestion and stomach ulcers may be the subject of a class action lawsuit in Australia.

The Conversation · Sep 12, 2024

Experts find laughter is as good as drops for treating eye issue

Experts examined almost 300 people aged 18 to 45 with dry eye disease

The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2024

Science Shows A Way More Fun Way To Take Care of Your Dry Eyes

A new study becomes the latest to delve into health conditions that laughter might be able to treat -- this time, dry eye disease, which outperformed eyedrops.

Inverse · Sep 11, 2024