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It's the unwelcome guest that no one wants to talk about – Covid-19 may be below the radar now, but it hasn't gone away and is likely to claim 1,000 Kiwi lives this year.

Newsroom.co.nz

Forget the carrots, study reveals what fruit you should eat for your eyes

The said the key risk factors for eye disease include oxidative stress and high levels of AGE

The Independent UK

World Cup has given Rob Burrow the rugby union bug – Kevin Sinfield

The former Leeds Rhinos rugby league team-mates have raised over £8million for motor neurone disease charities since Burrow’s diagnosis in 2019.

The Independent UK

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Kevin Sinfield names ‘rugby union convert’ Rob Burrow his World Cup inspiration ahead of England quarter-final

Sinfield has raised more than £7million for Motor Neurone Disease causes in honour of his best friend Burrow

Evening Standard

Take Nutrition Studies With a Grain of Salt

The epidemiology of food and drink is a mess.

Reason

‘Medical camps on cancer detection can help spread awareness on the disease’

LIC's Senior Manager, Ramalingeswara Rao, praised Open Heart Social Organisation & Charitable Trust for their service activities & organising a cancer detection camp. 110 men & 155 women underwent tests. Dr. P. Nagamani explained cancer is a genetic disease caused by changes in genes. Most genetic changes are harmless, but…

The Hindu

How a former Virginia offensive lineman is spreading male breast cancer awareness through his own fight

Zac Yarbrough is committed to sharing his experience with the disease and raising awareness.

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3 Medical Stocks With Positive Outlooks

The medical sector’s growth prospects look promising because of the rising prevalence of chronic diseases and technological advancements. So, it could be wise to invest in quality medical stocks USANA Health Sciences (USNA), LifeVantage (LFVN), and Nature’s Sunshine Products (NATR). Read on….

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T.N. Jagadisan: The man who made a mark in leprosy care in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu has made great strides in leprosy prevention and control, with the prevalence rate per 10,000 population at 0.30 in 2022-23. T.N. Jagadisan, inspired by Mahatma Gandhi, dedicated his life to leprosy care and eradication. He established the Kasturba Kushta Nivaran Nilayam, which provided medical care, removed stigma, and…

The Hindu

CSIR-CCMB study to understand genetics behind diseases

CSIR-CCMB is collaborating with 20 research groups to understand the genetics behind Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in diverse populations. The project, "Diverse Epigenetic Epidemiology Partnership (DEEP)", aims to uncover the effects of genomic and environmental diversity in disease risk. 13,000 participants, including from India, will be part of the study to…

The Hindu

Do stress and depression increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease? Here's why there might be a link

Dementia affects more than 55 million people around the world. A number of factors can increase a person’s risk of developing dementia, including high blood pressure, poor sleep, and physical inactivity. Meanwhile, keeping cognitively, physically, and socially active, and limiting alcohol consumption, can reduce the risk.

The Conversation

This newly-discovered heart syndrome could be surprisingly common, experts say

There are five stages to the illness, the American Heart Association said in a new advisory

The Independent UK

The importance of nuts in your diet

It's always advisable to munch on a handful of almonds or any other nut — just avoid extra sugar or salt!

Salon

Can coffee help you avoid weight gain? Here's what the science says

Coffee is well recognised as having a positive impact on long-term health. Drinking the equivalent of three to four cups of instant coffee a day reduces the risk of many health conditions including heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some cancers.

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6 ways climate change is hurting your health—and what you can do about it

Warming temperatures impact our food, water, air, and overall well-being.

Evening Standard

Billy Connolly reveals the ‘important’ reason he doesn’t like to turn down a funeral invitation

The 80-year-old Scottish star, who battles Parkinson’s disease, also says reports of his ‘demise have been greatly exaggerated’

The Independent UK

King’s charity offers bagpipe lessons in bid to improve lung conditions

It is hoped Piping For Health will help people with moderate chronic obstructive pulmonary disease regulate breathing and improve lung capacity.

Evening Standard

Raynaud’s: Scientists discover genes linked to painful condition and identify possible cure

Researchers say findings could lead to potential treatment for disease that affects millions

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Billy Connolly reveals how Parkinson's has 'radically changed' his life

Sir Billy Connolly has said his life has changed “radically” since he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, as he revealed his wife now…

France 24

Trailblazing Congolese microbiologist inspires next wave of scientists

Professor Jean-Jacques Muyembe is a scientific icon in DR Congo. He's also an inspiration for the next generation of Congolese biologists. Also in this edition of Across Africa, more than 30 percent of harvests are lost to pests and disease. A team of Ghanaian engineers are coming up with new…

The Guardian - UK

Dementia risk factors pose more danger for ethnic minorities, finds study

Conditions such as diabetes and obesity are said to magnify risk of south Asian and black people developing the disease

WEKU

Vaccine hesitancy affects dog-owners, too, with many questioning the rabies shot

A survey finds that more than half of dog parents are doubtful about giving their pups the vaccine for rabies — a lethal disease that vaccination brought under control in the U.S.

The Conversation

In praise of almonds and nuts

They’re known as ‘oily fruits’. Because of their numerous health benefits, notwithstanding their high fat content, almonds, hazelnuts and other nuts are among foods recommended for consumption in Canada, the US, France and across the EU – to the tune of a small handful each day.

Salon

Another report minimizes long COVID risk

Some argue the criteria for long COVID is too broad. Others say this disease is being dismissed, at our peril

The Independent UK

People with early Alzheimer’s disease ‘have difficulty turning when walking’

It is hoped the findings will help secure earlier detection of the condition.

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