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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.

The Conversation

Bruce Springsteen postpones September shows due to peptic ulcers

Springsteen announced on his website Wednesday that he was postponing shows for the remainder of the month while he is treated for symptoms of “peptic ulcer disease.”

Chicago Sun-Times

High intake of e-numbers linked to risk of heart problems – study

The team of French researchers urged for their study to be replicated in other large cohorts.

The Independent UK

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Do women live longer than men in the US?

American men live shorter lives and experience higher mortality rates from heart disease, cancer, and COVID-19, compared to women.

USAFacts

Invasive species cause billions of dollars in damage worldwide: 4 essential reads

Invasive species – including plants, animals and fish – cause heavy damage to crops, wildlife and human health worldwide. Some prey on native species; other out-compete them for space and food or spread disease. A new United Nations report estimates the losses generated by invasives at more than US$423 billion…

The Conversation

Could a single drug treat the two leading causes of death in the US: cancer and cardiovascular disease?

What would you guess are the two biggest killers in the world? Based on media coverage, maybe you guessed gun violence, accidents or COVID-19. But the top two killers are actually cardiovascular disease and cancer. These two diseases combined account for nearly 50% of deaths in the U.S.

The Conversation

Fund for footballers suffering from dementia launched by PFA and Premier League

Former players affected by neurodegenerative disease, and their families, will be able to apply for financial support.

The Independent UK

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Cancer cases in young people ‘are rising’ – the warning signs to look out for

Symptoms can be vague during early stages of the disease.

The Independent UK

Australia’s least wanted – 8 alien species and diseases we must keep out of our island home

This week’s landmark report on the impact of invasive alien species revealed costs to the global economy exceeded US$423 billion (A$654 billion) a year in 2019. Costs have at least quadrupled every decade since 1970 and that trend is set to continue.

The Conversation

Malaysia lifts ban on Australian cattle imports after disease fears eased

Australia welcomes announcement as officials say country remains free of lumpy skin disease.

Al Jazeera

Contact sports can contribute to chronic brain trauma. It’s time to face to up to it and address the risks

Senate recommendations must go beyond concussion and look into the risk of the brain disease from environmental exposure

The Guardian - AU

Jill Biden has Covid and is experiencing ‘mild symptoms’. Here’s what her treatment may look like

President Biden has so far tested negative for the virus, the White House says

The Independent UK

Wisconsin deer farm infected with fatal brain disease

The deer was culled from the herd at Thunder Trophy Whitetails farm in Washburn County

The Independent UK

McConnell reportedly not suffering from stroke or seizures, says Capitol doctor

A new letter from the Capitol's attending physician says the Senate minority leader is not suffering from a seizure disorder, short strokes known as TIA or movement issues like Parkinson's disease.

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The Independent UK

Sleeping pill could reduce levels of Alzheimer’s proteins

The sleeping pill, known as suvorexant, which has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is used to aid insomnia - now researchers are seeing if it can help slow down Alzheimer’s proteins

The Conversation

Vulva health conditions: it's time to shatter the silence

I didn’t know I had a vulva until I was diagnosed with lichen sclerosus and stage three vulval cancer.

Roll Call

Capitol doctor: No stroke, seizure, Parkinson’s in McConnell tests

There's no evidence of stroke, seizure disorder or Parkinson's disease in Sen. Mitch McConnell's tests, the Capitol's physician says.

The Independent UK

Legionnaires' disease outbreak in southeast Poland on decline with only 1 new case reported

Just one new case of Legionnaires’ disease has been reported in southeast Poland in an area close to the Ukraine border, an indication the spread of the disease has been curbed following chlorine disinfection of the water system

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Doctors explain what may be causing Mitch McConnell’s ‘freezing’ spells

Parkinson’s disease or traumatic brain injury may be to blame, experts say

The Guardian - AU

Gary Wright, singer of Dream Weaver and Love is Alive, dies aged 80

Frequent collaborator of George Harrison and synthesiser pioneer was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and Lewy body dementia

The Conversation

Is it okay to kiss your pet? The risk of animal-borne diseases is small, but real

Our relationship with pets has changed drastically in recent decades. Pet ownership is at an all-time high, with a recent survey finding 69% of Australian households have at least one pet. We spend an estimated A$33 billion every year on caring for our fur babies.

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3 Pharma Stocks for Value Investors

The aging global population and the growing demand for drugs and therapies to treat chronic diseases are boosting the long-term prospects of the pharmaceutical industry. Amid this backdrop, value investors could consider buying fundamentally strong pharma stocks GSK plc (GSK), Horizon Therapeutics (HZNP), and Neurocrine Biosciences (NBIX), as they are…

The Independent UK

What is meningococcal disease? Illness explained as Virginia reports outbreak

The strain of meningococcal disease currently circulating in Virginia is also spreading more widely across the US right now

Chicago Sun-Times

Can a tree be historic?

Residents in the Palmer Square neighborhood want a city ordinance to protect American elm trees dating to the 19th century that are among the handful that survived Dutch elm disease.

Fortune

Fauci ‘concerned’ people won’t mask up again as COVID cases, hospitalizations, and deaths continue to rise in the U.S.

He ruled out mask mandates, but urged Americans to consider masking if COVID cases surge.

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