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Doctor accused of spreading deadly meningitis arrested in Mexico

Mexican police detained a medical doctor and two others on Tuesday, all implicated in causing a meningitis outbreak in northern Mexico, after a surge of local cases in recent months led to the death of at least 35 women.

Reuters

The number of trees that died in California spiked last year. Drought is mainly to blame

LOS ANGELES — Roughly 36.3 million dead trees were counted across California last year, a dramatic increase from previous years that experts are blaming on drought, insects and disease, according to a report by the U.S. Forest Service.

Los Angeles Times

Hispanic dialysis patients are more at risk for staph infections, the CDC says

Hispanic patients had a 40% higher risk of staph than white patients, a study found, and black patients are more at risk as well. The report outlines steps doctors can take to keep patients safer.

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Bird flu warning after geese die in Rochdale park

Members of the public are being urged not to touch any dead or sick birds they see in Queen's Park in Heywood

Manchester Evening News

New hope as scientists uncover how to slow diabetic kidney disease progression

Researchers said their work could help the nearly five million people in the UK with diabetes.

The Independent UK

Sadiq Khan urges BAME Londoners to donate blood

London mayor Sadiq Khan has urged black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) people to donate blood, to boost supplies for lifesaving treatments.Mr Khan gave blood himself at City Hall on Tuesday morning in a bid to set to an example for BAME people, who come forward to donate in disproportionately…

Evening Standard

PIP claimants urged to check if they're eligible for £156 per week for certain conditions

Around 3,240 people in Scotland who have gastrointestinal conditions claim PIP with assessment award rates varying, all depending on how your condition affects you. Here is what you need to know.

Glasgow Live

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Claim PIP for any of these gastrointestinal issues and you could be due up to £156 each week

More than 27,800 people are claiming PIP for 25 conditions including Coeliac disease, Crohn’s disease and IBS.

Daily Record

Death toll from mysterious meningitis outbreak in Mexico at 35

State officials in northern Mexico on Monday reported another death caused by a mysterious meningitis outbreak, bringing the total number of victims linked to the disease to 35.

Reuters

Brazil cracks down on illegal gold miners on an indigenous reserve in the Amazon

The illegal miners have polluted rivers and land in the reserve, leading to widespread hunger and disease.

WEKU

Rare genetic disease may protect Ashkenazi Jews against tuberculosis – new study

Tuberculosis, humanity’s greatest infectious killer, is caused by bacteria that usually affect the lungs but can also affect many other organs in the body. In 2021, around 10.6 million people worldwide fell ill with tuberculosis (TB) and 1.6 million people died from the disease.

The Conversation

Richard Marcus, the last founding family member to run Neiman Marcus, dies at 84

Richard Cantrell Marcus, who as the last founding family member to run Dallas-based Neiman Marcus led the company at a time of a major expansion outside Texas, died Saturday at his home in Austin from complications associated with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia.

Tribune News Service

Lanarkshire mum with debilitating hand disease stuck in 'hellish cycle' as skin constantly blisters and peels off

Mum-of-two Ceira Lennon struggles to do daily tasks - including cooking and driving her car - after being crippled with an eczema-like skin condition where her skin peels off on a regular basis.

Glasgow Live

Baby defies the odds after being born with chronic disease and 20% chance of survival

The family have to travel to Bristol Royal Infirmary for treatment and Aaliyah is defying the odds

The Independent UK

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Dog owners put on high alert as two cases of deadly Alabama Rot confirmed

Life threatening disease is more common in dogs that have been out in muddy or wooded areas

The Conversation

Three surprising reasons human actions threaten endangered primates

Monkeys, apes and lemurs are cute, familiar and lovable. But an estimated 60% of all primate species are listed as vulnerable, threatened or endangered, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature, a network of environmental organisations.

Daily Record

Dementia warning as divorced and single people at highest risk of disease

Spouses who get married and stay married - without any breaks - are less likely to develop dementia than anyone else.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish pie shop owner cooks up fundraiser for Doddie Weir charity

WHILE thousands run, cycle and walk to raise funds to find a cure for motor neurone disease (MND) during Doddie Aid, one Scot has taken a rather…

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DWP £5k cash boost Attendance Allowance is 'most underclaimed benefit in UK'

Benefit expert urges people to check if they are eligible

Tribune News Service

Mayo Clinic Minute: What is heart disease?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says heart disease is a leading cause of death is the U.S. And the risk of heart disease death differs by race and ethnicity.

Wales Online

Warning signs to look for of one of the most fatal cancers

Oesophagus Cancer kills 8,000 people every year

Manchester Evening News

State Pension claimants could be missing out on £369 monthly payment

Many people don't even realise they are eligible

Wales Online

Amy Dowden shares the 'reality' of living with Crohn's following flare-up on Strictly tour

The Strictly Come Dancing professional shared a candid health update with her followers

Inverse

The Plague Is Still Here — And It Could Infect Your Cat

Cats are susceptible to the plague, and they can even transmit the disease to their human owners. Here's how to protect your pet from it.

Liverpool Echo

Red flag signs of one of deadliest cancers

Roughly 9,300 people are diagnosed, and 8,000 people die with the disease each year

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