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‘Frog saunas’ could save species from deadly fungal disease, study finds

Australian scientists create brick refuges in greenhouses to help green and golden bell frogs survive infection

The Guardian - UK · Jul 11, 2024

The experts: oncologists on the simple, doable, everyday things they do to try to prevent cancer

Cancer doctors know better than anyone how you can give yourself the best possible chance of avoiding a disease that one in two of us will get. Here, they share the tips that they live by

The Guardian - UK · Jul 11, 2024

Ex Menudo Adrián Olivares' cause of death revealed: How to help his daughters

A GoFundMe page created by a friend revealed the cause of death of ex-Menudo Adrián Olivares, the only Mexican in the history of the boy band, who died at 48 years old.

Latin Times · Jul 11, 2024

Toxoplasma is a common parasite that causes birth defects – but the US doesn’t screen for it during pregnancy

Imagine the shock of your baby being born with a swollen brain, blindness and debilitating seizures. Now imagine learning that these devastating conditions could have been prevented if you took a simple test for the common parasite Toxoplasma gondii.

The Conversation · Jul 10, 2024

Colorado Confirms Rare Case Of Human Plague: Essential Facts, Safety Tips

Health officials in Colorado have confirmed a rare case of human plague, a potentially life-threatening disease transmitted from infected rodents.

Medical Daily · Jul 10, 2024

Hit Netflix show Supacell is raising awareness of sickle cell anaemia

Supacell follows a group of south Londoners who develop superpowers, interspersing real-life issues that affect Black and mixed-race Britons

The Guardian - UK · Jul 10, 2024

Joe Biden is not being treated for Parkinson's disease, says White House

US President Joe Biden's health caught global attention at his June 27 debate against Republican Donald Trump where people noticed his frail appearance. He also lost his thought at times, which generated a wave of reporting concerning his health.

The Times of India · Jul 10, 2024

Is it still a good idea to take aspirin to prevent heart disease? Here’s what the evidence says

You might have heard that taking a daily low-dose aspirin can reduce your risk of developing heart disease. But, unless you have been told to take aspirin by your doctor, recent news should make you think again, because, for many, the risks outweigh the benefits.

The Conversation · Jul 9, 2024

White House Says Biden Hasn't Seen Neurologist Outside Annual Check-Ups, Dismisses Parkinson's Rumors

The doctor's statement comes in response to speculation over visits by Dr. Kevin Cannard, a Parkinson's disease expert, to the White House.

International Business Times · Jul 9, 2024

Neck thickness is overlooked in health

Experts agree that neck thickness is a key factor which correlates with strokes, heart attacks and other diseases

Salon · Jul 9, 2024