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Celebrities and rugby stars complete cycle for MND research in Dublin

The 555-mile cycle set off from Belfast on Sunday in memory of the late Scottish rugby star Doddie Weir.

The Independent UK

Why some elite athletes face a higher risk of developing motor neurone disease – and what we’re doing about it

Motor neuron disease (MND) is a devastating condition that causes progressive muscle weakness by damaging the motor neurons, the nerve cells that connect the brain to muscles. These neurons allow us to move, breathe, eat and ultimately, stay alive.

The Conversation

Voices: My husband wanted to go to Dignitas: the new assisted dying bill wouldn’t have helped him

COMMENT: As the right-to-die legislation passes its final Commons hurdle, Mary Dejevsky explains how it falls far short of helping those who might have been pinning their hopes on it, namely people like her late partner with chronic progressive conditions such as Parkinson’s disease

The Independent UK

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Rabies: What you need to know about the disease before going abroad

The recent death of a British woman from rabies is a sobering reminder of the risks posed by the fatal disease

The Independent UK

Pandemic preparedness ‘dramatically eroding’ under Trump, experts say

With misinformation and murky details on bird flu and measles outbreaks, experts worry about the next pandemic

The Guardian - US

Existing drugs could be reused to treat Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s

Scientists say there are ‘commonalities’ between the diseases which mean some drugs may work for both

The Independent UK

Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s charities identify new ways to reuse current drugs

Experts said there are ‘commonalities’ between the diseases which mean some drugs may work for both.

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New cases of meningococcal disease have been detected. What are the symptoms? And who can get vaccinated?

Two Tasmanian women have been hospitalised with invasive meningococcal disease, bringing the number of cases nationally so far this year to 48. Health authorities are urging people to watch for symptoms and to check if they’re eligible for vaccination.

The Conversation

These foods might be spiking your blood pressure without you knowing, doctors say

High blood pressure can result in heart disease and stroke

The Independent UK

Early signs of Parkinson’s disease could be found in your ear

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British holidaymaker dies from rabies: what you need to know about the disease and getting the jab if you’re going abroad this summer

The recent death of a British woman from rabies after a holiday in Morocco is a sobering reminder of the risks posed by this almost universally fatal disease, once symptoms begin.

The Conversation

How your ear wax could tell you if you have Parkinson’s disease, according to experts

You may be able to smell the difference

The Independent UK

Nobody’s Perfect But These 48 Human Body Flaws Are Just Stupid

Why do our knees start giving out before we even hit 40?

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The silent symptoms of liver disease – and ways to prevent it

Liver disease can cause vague symptoms – and reducing your alcohol intake is just one way to prevent it

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How ‘exercise snacking’ can slash risk of diseases in just a few minutes

Doing short bursts of high-intensity exercise can help counter the effects of a sedentary lifestyle

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Gut bacteria may hold key to protecting brain against Alzheimers

A bacteria best known for causing stomach ulcers could lead to a new strategy in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease

The Guardian - UK

UK sickle cell patients ‘get worse care than sufferers of similar disorders’

Study commissioned by NHS finds that sickle cell disease care lags behind that for conditions such as cystic fibrosis

Evening Standard

Toxic air will claim 30,000 lives this year, doctors warn as impact of dirty fumes on health laid bare

Exposure to air pollution can shorten people’s lives by 1.8 years - ‘just behind some of the leading causes of death and disease worldwide’, the authors warn

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Breakthrough Alzheimer’s drugs rejected for use on the NHS. Here’s how they work

Scientists and doctors remain divided on the targeted antibody drugs that slow down the early stages of Alzheimer’s

Evening Standard

How do the new antibody drugs for Alzheimer’s disease work?

Donanemab and lecanemab are antibodies that slow down the early stages of Alzheimer’s.

Evening Standard

Alzheimer’s drugs rejected for NHS because benefits ‘too small’ to justify cost

Donanemab and lecanemab are targeted antibody drugs that slow down the early stages of Alzheimer’s.

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7 Surprising Reasons Doctors Say You Should Rethink Daily Cannabis Use After 40

If you’re enjoying daily cannabis use as part of your wellness routine after 40, it might be time to pause and reassess. New research and expert warnings show that what felt harmless in your 20s could turn risky as you age. From heart issues to memory fog, these concerns aren’t…

The Independent UK

Want to reduce your heart attack risk? Do this kind of exercise

A person has a heart attack every 40 seconds in the U.S.

The Independent UK

Bottom’s up? US will no longer tell people exactly what the safe amount to drink is, report claims

Recent research has found that the number of cancer and liver disease deaths linked to alcohol use have risen in recent years

The Independent UK

The diet tweak that can slash the risk of heart disease

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