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Fears 'silent killer' too often goes undetected

There's concerns that chronic kidney disease is too often going undetected, sparking calls for greater screening and awareness among healthcare workers.

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Joint pain or osteoarthritis? Why exercise should be your first line of treatment

Stiff knees, aching hips and the slow grind of chronic joint pain are often accepted as an unavoidable part of getting older. But while osteoarthritis is the world’s most common joint disease, experts say the way we treat and prevent it is badly out of step with the evidence.

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Nobel laureate Shimon Sakaguchi on his immune system breakthrough – and the treatments he hopes it will unlock

Back in the 1980s, when Shimon Sakaguchi was a young researcher in immunology, he found it difficult to get his research funded. Now, his pioneering work which explains how our immune system knows when and what to attack, has won him a Nobel prize.

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Jeremy Clarkson forced to cull beloved Diddly Squat cow after TB outbreak

‘This morning, she was destroyed while pregnant with twins,’ TV star tragically reveals

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Warning issued as prostate cancer patients ‘missing out’ on life-extending care

Concerns have also been raised about the proportion of men who were only diagnosed after their disease had spread

The Independent UK

Prostate cancer patients ‘missing out’ on life-extending care, charity warns

Prostate Cancer UK also raised concerns about the proportion of men who were only diagnosed after their disease had spread.

Evening Standard

Voices: ‘Have a heart, NHS’: Readers share tough reality of living with coeliac disease

YOUR VIEWS: Our community has lifted the lid on the daily struggles and financial challenges of living with coeliac disease, particularly in the wake of NHS cuts to gluten-free prescriptions

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One can of diet fizzy drink a day may increase the risk of liver disease

A new study compared the impact of sugary versus non-sugary drinks

Evening Standard

How employers can promote physical activity among workers: 3 messages based on research

We all know about the benefits of physical activity — not just to reduce the risks of chronic disease and physical injuries but also to improve mental health and productivity at work. But many people just don’t get as much physical activity as they should.

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Lewis Moody’s message to fans following heartbreaking motor neurone disease diagnosis

Lewis Moody has shared a message to fans thanking them for their support following his motor neurone disease (MND) diagnosis.

The Independent UK

Michael J Fox opens up about daily ‘challenges’ of Parkinson’s disease

Fox was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 1991

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Eat these foods for the healthiest gut microbiome to fight risk of chronic disease

The human gut is made up of trillions of bacteria that need to be taken care of

The Independent UK

First evidence in the UK of breeding aegypti mosquito – the main spreader of dengue, chikungunya and Zika

Scientists have found eggs of the Aedes aegypti mosquito in the UK for the first time – a mosquito that spreads many tropical diseases.

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Just one sugary or diet drink a day may raise risk of liver disease, study finds

A new study warns that your “diet” drink might not be as healthy as you think.

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The Independent UK

How extreme exercise could increase your risk of motor neurone disease

IN FOCUS: Drawing correlations between sport and neurological conditions was once considered controversial, but multiple studies have begun to map the link between the two. As the former England Rugby captain Lewis Moody becomes the latest to reveal his diagnosis, Zoe Beaty reports on what the latest studies are telling…

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POET Technologies, Oracle, Nuburu, Galecto And TMC The Metals Company: Why These 5 Stocks Are On Investors' Radars Today

On Tuesday, major U.S. indices closed lower, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipping 0.2% to 46,602.98, the SP 500 falling nearly 0.4% to 6,714.59, and the Nasdaq dropping about 0.7% to 22,788.36.These are the top stocks that gained the attention of retail traders and investors throughout the day. POET…

The Independent UK

‘Breakthrough’ as scientists develop first-ever test for debilitating condition

Academics have made a ‘breakthrough’ in the diagnosis of myalgic encephalomyelitis, also known as chronic fatigue syndrome

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‘Exercise snacks’ can be a secret weapon to boost your health and fitness, study shows

Approximately 1.8 billion adults globally are at an increased risk of non-communicable diseases, such as heart attack and stroke, due to insufficient amounts of physical activity

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Why America's Veterans Deserve Nutritional Education, Not Just Compensation: The Nutritional Crisis We Can't Ignore

According to data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, 64% of female veterans and 76.1% of male veterans are classified as overweight or obese. In addition, food insecurity is more prevalent among veterans than in the general population, with rates ranging from 6% to 24%.

The Independent UK

Alzheimer’s disease breakthrough as scientists discover potential new treatment

A novel technique improved cognitive function in mice with the disease

Evening Standard

New technique improves cognitive function in mice with Alzheimer’s

Researchers restored the function of the blood-brain barrier which helped removed amyloid beta plaques.

The Independent UK

Liver disease warning issued over ingredients found in ‘diet’ drinks

New research finds both sugary and artificially sweetened beverages have significant impact on liver health

International Business Times UK

This Emerging Biotech Stock Jumped 1,300% on Monday After Major FDA Breakthrough Milestone

Spruce Biosciences' stock surged to record highs after it received an FDA breakthrough designation for the TA-ERT candidate to treat a rare genetic disease.

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1 gene, 1 disease no more – acknowledging the full complexity of genetics could improve and personalize medicine

Genetic inheritance may sound straightforward: One gene causes one trait or a specific illness. When doctors use genetics, it’s usually to try to identify a disease-causing gene to help guide diagnosis and treatment. But for most health conditions, the genetics is far more complicated than how clinicians are currently looking…

The Independent UK

Scientists reveal best ways to protect yourself from heart disease in later life

A study has found that healthy habits such as nicotine avoidance and healthy eating in young adult life can slash your risk of cardiovascular disease

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