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Mpox danger signs: 6 severe symptoms to watch out for amid outbreak

The new and deadlier mpox strain Clade 1B has been leading the current surge of infections across several countries, even outside the African continent. As Thailand, Philippines, Sweden, Pakistan and a range of African countries report an outbreak of the zoonotic disease, it has been declared a global health emergency…

The Times of India · Aug 22, 2024

What are the symptoms and treatments for Alzheimer’s – as new drug is rejected

Lecanemab has been deamed too expensive for use on the NHS.

The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2024

UK drug regulator approves Alzheimer's drug but government likely won't pay for it

Britain’s drug regulator has authorized the Alzheimer’s drug Leqembi, saying that it’s the first medicine to show some impact in slowing progression of the neurodegenerative disease

The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2024

Constipation increases your risk of a heart attack, new study finds – and not just on the toilet

If you Google the terms “constipation” and “heart attack” it’s not long before the name Elvis Presley crops up. Elvis had a longstanding history of chronic constipation and it’s believed he was straining very hard to poo, which then led to a fatal heart attack.

The Conversation · Aug 22, 2024

Mpox Disease Presents Hard-to-weigh Risks

As fears mount globally about mpox, apparently simple questions such as the danger it poses and differences between variants do not have clear and simple answers.

International Business Times · Aug 22, 2024

Thailand mpox case could be new strain

The Department of Disease Control (DDC) said on Wednesday that Thailand may have its first case of a new, more transmissible strain of mpox.

Bangkok Post · Aug 22, 2024

What is ‘sloth fever’? And how can I avoid it when travelling to South America?

International authorities are issuing warnings about “sloth fever”. Despite the name, it’s not contracted via contact with sloths. Rather, you should avoid contact with mosquitoes and biting midges.

The Conversation · Aug 22, 2024

Richard Simmons' Cause Of Death Revealed: Accidental Fall And Heart Disease

Learn about Richard Simmons' cause of death and the circumstances surrounding his passing. Toxicology report showed no substances in his system.

Top News · Aug 21, 2024

How does a disease spread from animals to humans? A lot has to do with people’s behaviour

COVID stunned the world with an unanticipated pandemic. Now mpox, a disease which originated in animals, has been declared a global public health emergency.

The Conversation · Aug 21, 2024

Congo reports more than 1,000 new mpox cases in a week

The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control issued advice to travelers to mpox-affected areas

The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2024