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Tuberculosis cases are up among kids in Europe and Central Asia, health authorities warn

The report comes amid cuts to global aid, which health officials say could lead to a resurgence of TB.

Euronews

Silicosis is ruining the lungs of construction workers. An AI-powered breath test can detect it in minutes

Silicosis is an incurable but entirely preventable lung disease. It has only one cause: breathing in too much silica dust. This is a risk in several industries, including tunnelling, stone masonry and construction.

The Conversation

In a 1st, trial finds vitamin D supplements may slow multiple sclerosis. But questions remain.

A new clinical trial has shown for the first time that taking high doses of vitamin D could stave off the progression of multiple sclerosis. However, much more research is warranted to confirm these findings.

LiveScience

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Measles was eliminated from Australia. Experts warn US and Asia outbreaks may bring back this ‘heat-seeking missile’

There were 18 cases in NSW in 2024 – up from six in 2023 – while in Victoria there have already been 13 cases so far this year, compared with 16 in 2024

The Guardian - AU

This company is launching a genetic matching feature for future parents—and the CEO says ‘it has nothing to do with eugenics’

Nucleus Genomics claims to give couples a picture of their combined risk for passing down hundreds of conditions to their future children.

Fortune

Common herbs like rosemary may have inspired a breakthrough Alzheimer’s treatment

The mice tested with the drug showed cognitive improvement and less harmful protein build-ups in the brain.

Euronews

Ten lockdown lessons to learn for next time

Five years since Boris Johnson ordered the UK to stay home, steps to prepare for the next national emergency are clearer

The Guardian - UK

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Linda Nolan’s brother Brian reveals cancer diagnosis weeks after her death

The 69-year-old is the fifth of eight Nolan siblings to face the disease

Evening Standard

Want to Live Longer? Here's What Works

With longevity science booming, you might make it to age 150. We separate the hype from proven strategies. Because the "science is extremely promising."

Kiplinger

‘Putting the unvarnished history out there’: art and activism during the Aids crisis

A new series of events and exhibitions aim to remember the art made during a devastating time, centered on the powerful Aids quilt

The Guardian - US

Simple blood tests could be the future of cancer diagnosis

Blood tests that detect early cancer are coming to market. Could they lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment?

LiveScience

Are you protected against measles? Do you need a booster shot? Everything you need to know about immunity

There have been hundreds of measles cases reported in the U.S. since the beginning of the year. Here's what you need to know about measles immunity.

LiveScience

Katherine Ryan opens up about new cancer battle after shocking misdiagnosis

The 41-year-old comedian opened up about her melanoma diagnosis in the latest episode of her podcast Telling Everybody Everything

Evening Standard

Two die from chikungunya as virus spreads on France's Reunion Island

A mosquito-borne disease called chikungunya has killed two elderly people on France's Reunion Island, local authorities said on Friday.

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Doctor busts egg-cholesterol myth, says he eats 28 eggs per week

For years, eggs have been blamed for raising cholesterol and increasing heart disease risk. “Don’t eat too many eggs, or your cholesterol will shoot up!”—sounds familiar, right?

AAP

Koalas 'closer to extinction' with new disease outbreak

A potentially devastating disease has been found in one state's last healthy koala population, further endangering the species.

The Guardian - AU

Chlamydia detected in Sydney’s only disease-free koala population

Two animals tested positive after being rescued in Appin, prompting biosecurity measures to stop the disease spreading

The Independent UK

Rage and autoimmune disease: is there a link between suppressed anger and the women’s health crisis?

In the midst of a women’s health crisis, could bottled rage be the source of what ails us?

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Biological secrets of world's oldest woman, Maria Branyas Morera, revealed after death

A study of a woman who died in 2024 as the oldest person on Earth attempts to untangle the factors that enable some people to ward off disease in old age.

Latin Times

Anti-Vaxx Mom Whose Daughter Died From Measles Says Disease 'Wasn't That Bad'

The parents of a Texas child who died from measles appeared in a video formulated by an anti-vaccine group where they continued to push against vaccines.

Euronews

Global aid cuts are ‘crippling’ the fight against the world’s deadliest infectious disease, WHO says

Nine countries are struggling to access TB drugs, which could impact people’s treatment.

The Conversation

Insomnia can lead to heart issues − a psychologist recommends changes that can improve sleep

About 10% of Americans say they have chronic insomnia, and millions of others report poor sleep quality. Ongoing research has found that bad sleep could lead to numerous health problems, including heart disease.

The Independent UK

New drug could reduce risk of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease

The results boost hopes similar treatments being developed to target more common forms of Alzheimer's - that appear when people reach their sixties, seventies and eighties - might also be effective.

Guitar World

“I’m getting better day by day. The progress I’m making is excellent”: Brian Setzer says he’s recovering well after an autoimmune disease left him unable to play guitar

The Stray Cats’ rockabilly legend dreams of returning to the stage as soon as possible

The Guardian - UK

‘Don’t call it zombie deer disease’: scientists warn of ‘global crisis’ as infections spread across the US

The contagious, fatal illness in deer, elk and moose must be taken seriously, say experts as it takes hold in the US and reaches other countries. While it has not infected humans yet, the risk is growing

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