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Common Cleaning Solvent May Triple Risk of Serious Liver Disease

New study links common cleaning solvent PCE to a tripled risk of serious liver scarring, highlighting hidden household and workplace exposure and urging stricter safety and screening.

Medical Daily

Congo reports more Ebola cases as WHO expresses concern over scale and speed of the outbreak

The Congolese health ministry is reporting that there have been at least 131 deaths and over 500 suspected cases in the ongoing Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo

The Independent UK

WHO worried about ‘scale and speed’ of Ebola outbreak

KINSHASA - The World Health Organization chief voiced concern on Tuesday about the “scale and speed” of an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo which has killed an estimated 131 people.

Bangkok Post

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Ebola deaths in DR Congo rise to at least 131, Rubio says WHO 'late' identifying outbreak

The death toll from an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has risen sharply to at least 131 from 513 suspected cases, Health Minister Samuel Roger Kamba said, as the World Health Organization on Tuesday hosted an emergency committee meeting to address the crisis. US Secretary of State…

France 24

Mpox still a concern in Thailand, mainly among men

Mpox continues to be a public health concern in Thailand, especially among men with close contact or sexual intercourse with strangers, the Department of Disease Control warned on Tuesday.

Bangkok Post

FED:Deadly disease outbreak linked to waning vaccinations

One of Australia's worst diphtheria outbreaks has spread across the nation with fears the respiratory disease has claimed a life in an outback community.

AAP

Authorities scramble to rush out diphtheria vaccines

A once-feared childhood disease which was mostly eradicated by the 1950s after vaccines emerged is marking a resurgence in one territory and three states.

AAP

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5 Silent Eye Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore

Most people think eye problems begin with major vision loss. But the truth is far more dangerous. Your eyes often send quiet warning signals long before serious damage begins. A little blur, slight irritation, occasional headaches, or trouble seeing at night may seem harmless at first. Many people blame stress,…

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Australia’s diphtheria outbreak deepens amid investigation into suspected first death

Australia is grappling with a significant diphtheria outbreak, with cases spreading across multiple states and a suspected first death under investigation. Health authorities are urging vigilance for symptoms and emphasizing the importance of vaccination. This rare resurgence marks a serious public health concern for the nation. If investigators confirm the…

The Economic Times

Ebola outbreak a ‘wake-up call’ to the danger of US and UK aid cuts

As cases start to spread from DRC, former government minister Rory Stewart said: ‘I’m not trying to start a scare - I’m hoping people will see this and realise how dangerous this is’

The Independent UK

Deadly disease outbreak linked to waning vaccinations

One of Australia's worst diphtheria outbreaks has spread across the nation with fears the respiratory disease has claimed a life in an outback community.

AAP

5 Animals That May Disappear Sooner Than You Think

Some species are disappearing so silently that the world barely notices. No breaking news. No sudden alarms. Just shrinking forests, polluted rivers, warming oceans, and animal populations falling year after year. Some creatures now survive in such tiny numbers that scientists struggle to even find them in the wild. And…

Times Pets

What to know about the Bundibugyo virus, a species of Ebola causing an outbreak in Congo

The species of Ebola virus causing an outbreak in Congo that has killed nearly 120 people is less common than other Ebola viruses, which is complicating the response because there are no specific treatments or vaccines

The Independent UK

Ebola strain spreading in Congo and Uganda has no approved vaccine

As a deadly outbreak of Ebola virus spreads in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on May 17, 2026, that it is transferring “a small number of Americans” who were in Congo and who were exposed to the virus.

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A Blood Test That Predicts Alzheimer’s? New p-Tau217 ‘Clock’ Forecasts Symptom Onset Within 3–4 Years—20 Years If Elevated at 60, Just 11 at 80

An estimated over 900,000 Americans aged 65 and older develop Alzheimer’s disease each year. With numbers like that, many families are just wondering when the...

Budget and the Bees

30 Is the New 40: Updated Cholesterol Guidelines Lower Screening Age and Set Stricter LDL Targets to Catch Heart Problems Earlier

For years, many adults assumed cholesterol checks were something to worry about after turning 40, especially if they felt healthy and exercised regularly. New cholesterol guidelines are changing that mindset by encouraging earlier screening and more aggressive LDL cholesterol targets for younger adults. Cardiologists now believe heart disease prevention should…

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s heartbreaking’: panic in eastern DRC over return of Ebola

Residents of Ituri province fear spread of disease and economic impact of outbreak six years after the last

Budget and the Bees

A 4-Week Diabetes Miracle? All 10 Patients in a Chicago Trial Achieved Insulin Independence — Could This Cure Be Coming Soon

For millions of Americans living with Type 1 diabetes, every day revolves around insulin shots, glucose monitors, meal planning, and the constant fear of dangerous blood sugar swings. That is why a small but groundbreaking clinical trial in Chicago is creating massive buzz in the medical world. Researchers reported that…

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Deadly Ebola outbreak is a public health emergency of international concern, WHO declares

Health officials suspect that an Ebola epidemic has killed 100 people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with the World Health Organization declaring it a public health emergency.

Clever Dude

Men’s Silent Killers: 5 Mild Symptoms That Signal Serious Health Problems

Men often brush off small changes in their bodies, assuming stress, age, or lack of sleep explains everything. That mindset can quietly open the door to serious medical conditions that build over time without loud warning bells. Many life-threatening diseases start with symptoms so mild that they feel almost normal.…

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How Extreme Weather Can Raise Heart Attack Risk by 3%—What You Should Know

Heat waves, cold snaps, and severe storms are becoming more common across the United States, and doctors are paying close attention to how these conditions affect heart health. Recent research found that every day with temperatures above 100 degrees Fahrenheit may raise cardiovascular disease risk by about 3%, especially in…

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5 Disease Prevention Tips That Actually Work

Gardening brings joy, fresh food, and a surprising amount of drama when diseases sneak into the picture. One week the tomatoes look perfect, and the next week, strange spots, wilting leaves, or powdery coatings start spreading like wildfire. Many gardeners lose plants not because they lack effort, but because they…

The Guardian - UK

Infectious diseases such as hantavirus and Ebola becoming more frequent and damaging, say experts

Pandemic report warns of growing global threat as health teams in Africa move to contain Ebola outbreak

The Independent UK

Photos from Congo and Uganda as WHO declare health emergency over Ebola

The World Health Organization declared the Ebola disease outbreak a public health emergency of international concern, after more than 300 suspected cases. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

The Conversation

Hantavirus in Africa: why climate change, rats and weak surveillance are worrying scientists

Hantaviruses are not new. They have circulated for decades in rodent populations, particularly in rats and mice. Humans can become infected if they are bitten or scratched by a rodent or by inhaling aerosolised particles. These are tiny bits of rodent urine, faeces or saliva floating through the air that…

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