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India reports far fewer people with orphan diseases

Rare diseases, often referred to as "orphan diseases," are those that affect a small portion of the population. Awareness and genomic technologies have increased interest in treatments, but costs remain prohibitive. Globally, 300 million people are affected by 7,000 rare diseases, with India having 70 million cases. Citizen initiatives, such…

The Hindu

Study reveals how resistant starch intake lowers liver triglycerides in people with fatty liver disease

Resistant starch is a nondigestible fibre that ferments in the large intestine and has previously been shown in animal studies to improve metabolism. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Unraveling long COVID: Here's what scientists who study the illness want to find out

At a recent medical gathering, researchers presented their latest hypotheses about what causes – and what could treat – the lingering disease.

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‘Very little yield’: has genetically targeted medicine really made us healthier?

Billions were sunk into the promise of treatments personalised to the individual. Now many believe the money might have been better spent on public health interventions

The Guardian - UK

Monkeypox surveillance helps identify variant of virus causing chickenpox

ICMR-NIV finds Clade 9 variant of varicella zoster virus in India for first time. Study published in Annals of Medicine journal found 28 cases of VZV with primary presentation of vesicular rashes. Symptoms of monkeypox disease is often mistaken for VZV. Further studies needed to explore evolution of VZV in…

The Hindu

Republicans' opposition to abortion threatens a global HIV program that has saved 25 million lives

The United States government two decades ago created what it describes as the largest commitment by any nation in history to combat a single disease, AIDS

The Independent UK

The reason exercise can prevent Alzheimer’s disease has been discovered and could lead to new treatments

A hormone released during a workout reduces the plaques and tangles in the brain thought to cause the incurable condition

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Newly developed at-home test for gingivitis safeguards oral health: Research

Engineers at the University of Cincinnati have created a new device that can warn consumers about the early signs of tooth decay caused by diseases like gingivitis and periodontitis. Read further on Dynamite

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Anemia afflicts nearly 1 in 4 people worldwide, but there are practical strategies for reducing it

Anemia is a major health problem, with nearly 2 billion people affected globally. It afflicts more people worldwide than low back pain or diabetes – or even anxiety and depression combined.

The Conversation

Global warming, longer monsoon rains making dengue deadlier in South Asia

Experts say rising temperatures and longer monsoon seasons are providing ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes.

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Kentuckians are dealing with respiratory illnesses year round

An uptick in coronavirus cases is being seen in many counties across the Commonwealth. A health official in southeast Kentucky says COVID is not the only disease drawing attention.

WEKU

Great North Run: Grandmother, 83, with new hip to run half marathon in memory of late husband

Caroline Quibell will be taking on the half marathon in memory of her husband Michael, who died from motor neurone disease

The Independent UK

Pensioner, 83, with new hip to tackle Great North Run in memory of late husband

Caroline Quibell will be taking on the half marathon in memory of her husband Michael, who died from motor neurone disease.

The Independent UK

‘Powerless’ son says Aung San Suu Kyi’s life may be at risk due to serious health problems

Myanmar’s deposed leader has gum disease and struggles to eat but son says requests for help made by prison officers have been denied

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Good fat, bad fat: Which is which?

And here is one simple way we can fix it

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Bruce Springsteen has peptic ulcer disease. Doctors say it's easily treated

Bruce Springsteen says he needs to postpone concerts this month because of peptic ulcer disease

The Conversation

Cancer is rising in under-50s – but the causes are a mystery

Cancer is often thought of as a disease that mostly affects older people. But worrying new research shows that cancer in younger adults is a growing problem. The study found there’s been a nearly 80% increase in the number of under-50s being diagnosed with cancer globally in the last three…

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Fact check: Is Scotland full of Victorian disease and rats as Penny Mordaunt says?

CLAIM: “Scotland under the SNP is plagued by Victorian diseases and rat problems” – Penny Mordaunt, Leader of the House of Commons, 7…

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New Study Finds Link Between Cardiovascular Diseases and Consumption Of Fast Food Having Emulsifiers

Research suggests that emulsifiers found in processed foods can disrupt gut bacteria and increase inflammation, causing CVD

The Independent UK

What is peptic ulcer disease? The condition that has forced Bruce Springsteen to cancel gigs

There are two main causes of the common illness, experts say

The Hindu

Over 22,000 physiotherapy sessions done in five years at AIISH

On World Physiotherapy Day, AIISH in Mysuru has evaluated 3,435 clients, providing 22,197 sessions in 5 yrs. PTs are experts in human movement, helping people prevent, identify, assess, treat & rehabilitate movement & function affected by aging, injury or disease. CP, developmental delay, stroke & Parkinson's are attended to. An…

WEKU

Bruce Springsteen cancels a slate of concerts, citing peptic ulcer disease

For decades, conventional wisdom held that peptic ulcers were caused by stress and unhealthy eating habits. But the vast majority are caused by bacteria.

The Independent UK

Scotland plagued by Victorian diseases and rat problems, says Penny Mordaunt

The Commons Leader expressed her shock at the reappearance of rickets.

Evening Standard

‘Heartbroken’ Bruce Springsteen postpones tour dates due to peptic ulcer disease

The US singer-songwriter said: ‘Thank you for your understanding and support’

The Conversation

Life insurers can charge more or decline cover based on your genetic test results. New laws must change this

Genetic tests can provide life-saving information. They can help diagnose disease, enable access to preventive care, prompt early screening and treatment, and guide patients’ therapeutic options.

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