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Jo Whiley says her father’s Parkinson’s disease feels like ‘Groundhog Day’

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The Independent UK · Jun 24

A toxic weedkiller stays on Australian farms after a 30-year review, because paraquat is cheap, effective and hard to replace, but the decision leaves a bigger question about how long farmers can depend on it

Australia's top pesticide regulator has maintained paraquat on the market despite global bans, citing its crucial role in no-till farming which preserves soil and cuts costs. While new safety measures aim to reduce exposure risks, critics highlight studies linking the herbicide to Parkinson's disease. This decision sparks debate over economic…

The Times of India · Jun 24

Jo Whiley gives ‘heartbreaking’ update on father’s Parkinson’s disease

Jo Whiley has shared a “heartbreaking” update on her father’s battle with Parkinson’s disease, saying that “everyday is like Groundhog Day”.

The Independent UK · Jun 24

India’s next big challenge: From welfare delivery to human development

The National Family Health Survey 2023-24 reveals India's success in expanding welfare delivery and essential service access, reaching nearly universal coverage for electricity, banking, and improved water. However, the report highlights a growing challenge of lifestyle-related diseases and persistent issues in sustained behavioral change, impacting human capital and economic productivity.

The Economic Times · Jun 23

Research Confirms Traffic Noise Raises Cardiovascular Disease Risk by 7.5 Percent in Neighborhoods Near Roads

A 2026 prospective cohort study links every major road noise increase to a 7.5% higher CVD risk. About 90% of NYC residents exceed EPA noise safety guidelines.

Medical Daily · Jun 23

The Importance of Preventive Dental Care for a Healthy Smile

A healthy smile is often associated with confidence and appearance, but its importance goes far beyond looks. Good oral health plays a significant role in overall well-being, affecting everything from eating and speaking comfortably to supporting long-term physical health. Unfortunately, many dental problems develop gradually and may not cause noticeable…

inkl · Jun 23

A Flea-Borne Disease You Have Never Heard of Is Killing People in Texas ICUs and Doctors Just Warned the Public

A June 2026 CDC EID study found 149 murine typhus cases in Galveston TX from 2019–2023, with 28% requiring ICU care and 2 deaths from multiorgan failure.

Medical Daily · Jun 23

CDC Confirms One Child Died in Chicago Migrant Shelter Group A Strep Outbreak with 166 Positive Cases

CDC's June 2026 EID report confirms one pediatric death and 166 GAS cases in a Chicago migrant shelter outbreak, highlighting congregate shelter infectious disease risks.

Medical Daily · Jun 23

In 1904, chestnut blight was first reported at a New York zoo: By 1950, it had killed 4 billion American chestnut trees across the East

Once a dominant force in Eastern American forests, the majestic American chestnut faced near extinction due to a devastating fungal blight introduced in 1904. This Asian fungus, to which native trees had no immunity, rapidly decimated billions of trees within decades. The loss profoundly impacted ecosystems and economies. While efforts…

The Times of India · Jun 23

What a Cancer Researcher Removed From Her Kitchen Forever

What if some of the foods sitting in your kitchen right now are the same foods a cancer researcher refuses to eat? Most people assume dangerous foods are easy to identify. But the reality is far more surprising. Many products marketed as convenient, healthy, or even essential have become part…

MyLifeXP · Jun 23