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‘Shocking’ rise in STIs during COVID alarms health workers

In 2019, Columbus, Ohio, had seven reported cases of congenital syphilis, or cases in which a newborn child was infected during pregnancy. Two years later, that number rose to 20. And now?

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Heart attack myths and misconceptions – and the signs you should never ignore

Heart attacks are a common but serious medical emergency. This World Heart Day, here's a look at the most common myths and misconceptions about heart attacks and signs you should never ignore

Daily Mirror

Child cancer survivor qualifies as paediatric nurse with oncology aims to help kids through same disease

The 22-year-old says she promised herself two things - that she would win her fight and that she would one day help care for children in the way that she was cared for

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Tech & Science Daily: ‘Historic moment’ in Alzheimer’s treatment

The discovery of a drug able to slow cognitive decline in early-stage Alzheimer’s is being called a ‘historic moment’ in the treatment of the disease.

Evening Standard

'Untreatable' STD superbug that causes infertility and miscarriage is a 'silent spreader'

Scientists fear a 'silent spreader' STI called M. gen may "evolve into a superbug" due to the lack of research and testing - and the fact that the disease has proven resistant to antibiotics

Daily Mirror

Long-term antidepressant use may increase risk of heart disease, claims new research

People are still urged to use antidepressants if they are needed.

Daily Record

Commentary: Now that the CDC has dropped masking, a plea to doctors and hospitals

With a one-two punch, the Biden administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have tossed tens of millions of Americans at high risk of death and disability from COVID-19 into a sea of contagion without any clear guidance for infection prevention and control.

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Zoonotic diseases like COVID-19 and monkeypox will become more common, experts say

Researchers say diseases that spread between humans and animals will become increasingly commonplace as human expansion into previously uninhabited areas intensifies.

WEKU

How to maximise your heart health now to avoid problems in later life

Diet and exercise are key to a healthier ticker, say the experts

Wales Online

Scots gran gets new heart after spending just 12 days on transplant list

Pearl Thompson, 58, was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy, a disease which makes it harder for the heart to pump blood to the rest of the body.

Daily Record

Researchers develop algorithm that can help decode brain scans to identify type of epilepsy

Epilepsy is a neurological disease where the brain emits sudden bursts of electrical signals in a short amount of time.

The Hindu

8 things science warns will accelerate ageing

As a new study confirms drinking too much really does make you look older, Lisa Salmon looks into other lifestyle factors that may contribute too

The Independent UK

Researchers warn long-term antidepressant use 'may increase risk of heart disease'

Researchers discovered "concerning associations" between taking the pills over a decade and heart disease and death

Manchester Evening News

Changes you can make now to protect your heart in your 60s

Experts explain how diet, exercise and lifestyle can impact your heart health. By Katie Wright.

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These 12 things can reduce your dementia risk – but many Australians don't know them all

Dementia is a leading cause of death in Australia.

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At conference short on GOP voices, Biden says US can end hunger

President Joe Biden told several hundred people Wednesday that he envisions a U.S. with fewer deaths from diet-related diseases and parents better able to put food on the table.

The Independent UK

Long-term antidepressant use ‘may increase risk of heart disease’

Researchers said people should not come off their medication in light of the study.

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Free medical care to remain for severely ill Covid patients

Covid-19 patients who have severe symptoms can still receive free treatment at any private or state hospital under the Universal Coverage for Emergency Patients (Ucep) Plus scheme after Covid-19 status is downgraded to a communicable disease under surveillance starting Oct 1.

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Daily Mirror

First ever drug to treat Alzheimer's disease could be available to Brits in two years

The Lecanemab drug has been shown to reduce the decline in memory and thinking skills by 27% over 18 months in those with early-stage Alzheimer's - making it the only medication to treat the underlying disease

Benzinga

These Stocks Are On The Radar After Biogen-Eisai's Surprising Alzheimer's Trial Win

Eli Lilly And Co (NYSE:LLY) - Market cap: $295 billion.

The Conversation

Why Viagra may be useful in treating lung diseases

You may be surprised to learn that the medication sildenafil — better known by its brand name Viagra — has other medical purposes aside from treating male erectile dysfunction. It can also be used to treat lung diseases that often have poor prognoses.

Reuters

Ebola kills five in Uganda, 19 other deaths likely connected, president says

Five people have died from Ebola in Uganda and another 19 deaths were likely caused by the disease, the president said on Wednesday, but he said he would not order a lockdown because Ebola is easier to manage than COVID-19.

Benzinga

What The Biogen Chart Reveals As Stock Rallies Hard On Alzheimer's Data

Going back to at least December 2014, Biogen Inc (NASDAQ: BIIB) has been diligently working on drugs to cure Alzheimer's disease. Both the negative and positive data revealed over the years have instigated wild price gyrations in the issue.

Belfast Live

Co Tyrone man on how liver transplant transformed his life

Daniel Fletcher, 32, from the Moy, was born with a rare condition known as maple syrup urine disease

Daily Mirror

Can humans catch rabies? First signs and how to prevent exposure to fatal virus

To mark World Rabies Day, here's a look at everything you need to know about rabies, including whether humans can catch it, the first symptoms and the best way to prevent being exposed to the fatal disease

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