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Key signs of pancreatic cancer you should never ignore following death of The Smiths bassist

Many people often ignore or mistake symptoms of pancreatic cancer for other less deadly diseases

Manchester Evening News

Multiple sclerosis: new evidence for the role of glandular fever virus

An estimated 2.8 million people around the world have multiple sclerosis (MS), an autoimmune disease in which the immune system damages the brain and spinal cord.

The Conversation

As another person dies from the rare Powassan virus – what do you need to know?

Rare disease carried by woodland ticks does not always manifest symptoms but can be severe

The Independent UK

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Nurse branded 'hypochondriac' by her doctor later diagnosed with lifelong disease

When Katie Harpur was 16, her weight dramatically plummeted and she couldn't eat without being sick - but after persevering with doctors, she has finally got her life back

Daily Mirror

10 things you should know about living with a stoma

Musician Tom Speight has lived with a stoma for over a decade, after undergoing an emergency operation that saved his life. Here he unpacks some of the misconceptions to mark World Involunary Bowel Disease (IBD) Day

The Independent UK

World IBD Day 2023: What are Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis?

The long-term conditions affect more than 11 million people worldwide

Evening Standard

Key signs of pancreatic cancer that killed The Smiths icon you should never ignore

Andy Rourke, bassist for the Smiths, has died at the age of 59 following a long illness with pancreatic cancer - here we share the key signs for the disease that has one of the lowest survival rates of any cancer

Daily Mirror

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First cases of highly contagious drug-resistant fungal disease found in two women

The drug-resistant ringworm is currently tearing through India and other parts of South Asia

Irish Mirror

Doctors dismissed her as a hypochondriac. Then came an incurable diagnosis

Katie Harpur, 25, was suspected of having bulimia after dropping to five stone

The Independent UK

Dumfries paramedic convinced he was "going to die" after coronavirus pandemic delayed cancer treatment

Alan Campbell is now free of the disease, back to full health, back at work and has a new role with Prostate Buddies D&G

Daily Record

Glasgow mum showed 'immense resilience' during MND battle as son prepares for marathon in her memory

A Glasgow mum who battled motor neuron disease with " a smile on her face" would be "immensely proud" as her son prepares to run the Edinburgh Marathon in her memory, raising funds for MND Scotland.

Glasgow Live

HSE warns of spike in chickenpox cases

Hospitalisations for the disease have increased significantly in comparison to last year

Dublin Live

The CDC is worried about a mpox rebound and urges people to get vaccinated

A cluster of mpox cases in the Chicago area has sparked fears of a summer wave. Health officials are pointing to new research showing the vaccine is effective and hoping people take notice.

WEKU

Alberic Fiennes obituary

Other lives: Pioneer in weight-loss surgery who argued that severe obesity is a disease requiring medical intervention and psychological support

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The CDC has stopped tracking COVID cases

Some experts worry this move will hinder public health in the event of a future infectious mutation

Edinburgh Live

Two women struck down with first-known cases of highly-contagious fungal disease

The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the US have reported that at least two women, aged 28 and 47, have been infected with the first known cases of a drug resistant disease.

The Guardian - UK

Alzheimer’s drugs are a ray of hope. They must be accessible to all, not the wealthy few

There are now two impressive possible treatments for this form of dementia. But concerns remain over cost and potential side-effects, says Devi Sridhar, chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh

Daily Record

Women could cut risk of Parkinson's by boosting exercise routine, new study finds

Researchers hope findings will help develop exercise programs to prevent Parkinson's disease - which currently has no cure.

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Johnny Boufarhat net worth | Evening Standard Tech Rich List

Australian-born Johnny Boufarhat founded online events software Hopin in 2019, when an auto-immune disease meant he was stuck in his girlfriend’s King’s Cross flat.

The Independent UK

England seamer Kate Cross laid low by ongoing battle against tropical disease

The illness has taken its toll on the 31-year-old’s mental health.

Nottingham Post

Concern as Avian flu detected in wild birds near Nottinghamshire river

It is vital that wild birds do not mix with chickens, ducks, geese or other birds.

Wales Online

All you need to know about weight-loss drug Wegovy and Ozempic tipped to treat dementia

Although age is by far the greatest risk factor for dementia, obesity and type 2 diabetes are also major risk factors

The Guardian - UK

RSPB calls for suspension of game-bird releases over avian flu fears

Charity says stocking countryside for shooting season would be catastrophic with disease still a major threat to wild birds

The Conversation

Wegovy and Ozempic: could the new weight-loss drug also treat dementia?

Over 55 million people worldwide have dementia. This mind-robbing condition has a huge impact on society and the economy, so scientists are working hard to find ways to treat or prevent it. One of the avenues being explored is the new weight-loss jab, Wegovy.

Daily Record

People on certain DWP benefits with health conditions could be due up to £172 extra every week

If you need help due to a disability or long-term health condition you may qualify for extra support through PIP or ADP.

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