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What is anastrozole? Nearly 300k women given drug to prevent breast cancer

The drug, used for many years to treat the disease, has now been licensed as a preventative option

Evening Standard

As coal miners suffer and die from severe black lung, a proposed fix may fall short

For decades, miners have called for limits on highly toxic silica dust, which they're exposed to while mining. An investigation shows its impact and the weakness of proposed rules to protect them.

WEKU

'Remarkable' daily pill cuts breast cancer risk by almost half

Anastrozole, used for many years to treat the disease, has now been licensed as a preventative option

Evening Standard

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Nearly 300,000 women to be offered drug which can cut risk of breast cancer in half

Drug was previously used to treat breast cancer but has been ‘repurposed’ to also prevent cases

The Independent UK

Drug that can halve breast cancer risk offered to 289,000 women in England

Anastrozole to be made available to women who have been through the menopause and have family history of breast cancer

The Guardian - UK

Almost 300,000 women to be offered drug which can reduce risk of breast cancer

The drug is to be offered to post-menopausal women at moderate or high risk of breast cancer.

The Independent UK

The secret to reducing dementia and stroke risk may lie in reversing your biological age. Here's how

Having a higher biological than chronological age seemingly leads to an elevated risk of dementia, stroke, and ALS, according to new research.

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Parkinson’s patient able to walk 6km without problems after spinal implant

Marc, 63, had freezing of gait before becoming first with advanced Parkinson’s to be fitted with device restoring normal signalling

The Guardian - UK

Why the new RSV shot is hard to find

RSV kills 300 kids and thousands of seniors every year. But a new treatment is already facing shortages

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Your biological age predicts dementia and stroke regardless of your actual age – new study

As we journey through life, the risk of developing chronic diseases, including cancer, heart disease and neurological disorders, increases significantly. However, while we all grow older chronologically at the same pace, biologically, our clocks can tick faster or slower. Relying solely on chronological age – the number of years since…

The Conversation

The Zika genome and insights in the era of emerging outbreaks

Zika and dengue viruses infect up to 400 million people annually. Genomic studies of Zika have revealed its spread, diagnosis, epidemiology, and pathogenesis. Recent studies have found that viral load and DENV infections influence microcephaly following Zika infections. Zika and DENV interactions can also increase the severity of dengue disease.

The Hindu

Former Puducherry MP and Speaker passes away; three-day State mourning declared

East Coast Hospital, where P. Kannan was admitted with low blood pressure and respiratory illness on November 1, in a release said Kannan died at 9:51 p.m. on November 5 following severe viral pneumonia.

The Hindu

High biological age may increase risk of dementia and stroke, study suggests

The findings claim that by slowing down the body’s biological ageing processes, it may be possible to reduce or delay the onset of disease.

The Independent UK

The hidden disease killing Australia's wombats

Mange affects almost all wombat populations across NSW and when it takes hold it causes an immune reaction that can be fatal to the short-legged marsupials.

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Experts underline importance of sustainable public health in preventing emerging and re-emerging diseases

Doctors, who participated in the seventh all-India conference of the Medical Service Centre underlined the importance of sustainable public health in preventing the spread of newly identified infectious diseases

The Independent UK

RFK Jr pushes for ‘break’ in infectious diseases research

‘We’re going to give infectious disease a break for about eight years,’ independent presidential candidate says

The Hindu

Health experts urge Kerala to invest in basic and clinical research

Health experts urges Kerala to invest in basic and clinical research

The Hindu

Gene-edited chickens could stop bird flu

Recent advances in gene editing technology could potentially be used to create disease-resistant animals. This could curtail the spread of avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu.

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Moderna’s CFO on the $25 billion innovation plan to work past the post-COVID slump

“There’s a true organic growth opportunity here,” Jamey Mock says.

The Independent UK

What is Hashimoto’s disease? ‘Selling Sunset’ star reveals postpartum health battle

‘When [the doctor] told me what I had, I was in total shock,’ Heather Rae El Moussa said

Evening Standard

Patients given all clear for cancer after urgent referral 'still at higher risk'

London researchers say more support needed for those on urgent cancer pathway even if disease not found

The Guardian - UK

Mpox circulated for five years before global explosion in 2022, research finds

Discovery of hidden transmission of disease formerly know as monkeypox leads to calls for improved surveillance

The Hindu

Low on salt: turning the spotlight on kidney organ donors

Kidney donors must be fully evaluated before donation. Age, blood group, and health are all factors. Minor ailments may not be a contraindication. Evaluation should favour donor. Follow-up is essential post-donation. Diet, exercise, and avoidance of drugs toxic to kidneys are key. Salt intake should be monitored as it can…

The Conversation

Bird flu could be eradicated by editing the genes of chickens - our study shows how

Recent advances in gene editing technology could potentially be used to create disease-resistant animals. This could curtail the spread of avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu.

The Guardian - AU

Covid wave: what are the rules around testing and vaccines in Australia?

When did cases start rising? Do you still need to report positive results? What does the latest coronavirus wave mean for health regulations?

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