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10 Diagnoses That Are Rising Rapidly Without Explanation

In the world of public health, experts closely monitor disease trends to understand and combat threats to our well-being. Typically, when a condition becomes more common, there are clear reasons, such as an aging population, improved detection methods, or known environmental factors. However, researchers are currently observing a concerning rise…

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Triple threat of smoking, drinking and weight ‘puts a million in England at risk of early death’

Exclusive: Three risky behaviours can mean people dying 20 years earlier than they should, says senior doctor

The Guardian - UK

The cost of cancer deaths to the UK economy every year

Cancer Research UK said improving cancer survival and catching the disease early could boost economic growth

The Independent UK

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Deaths from cancer cost UK economy £10.3bn every year – Cancer Research UK

A new report says improving cancer survival and catching the disease early could boost economic growth.

The Independent UK

Heart attack deaths plummet 90% in 50 years – but three other conditions are surging, study warns

Stanford researchers found heart attack deaths dropped over 50 years, but three other heart risks are rising.

The Independent UK

Why We Don't Worry About Scarlet Fever Anymore

The infection killed millions of people throughout history. Today it's considered a mild illness.

Reason

Harlequin ichthyosis: The rare genetic disease that gives babies hard 'scales'

The genetic disease harlequin ichthyosis affects the transport of fats within the skin, resulting in hard, scalelike plaques and an array of other symptoms.

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Maori Party MP Kemp dies in New Zealand

The Maori Party is mourning one of its MPs, Takutai Tarsh Kemp, who died in Auckland overnight after a July 2024 diagnosis of kidney disease.

AAP

Single Mom With Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Reveals Why She Is Going To End Her Life

"This is heart shattering"

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A preservative removed from childhood vaccines 20 years ago is still causing controversy today − a drug safety expert explains

An expert committee that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccines is meeting for the first time since Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. abruptly replaced the committee’s 17 members with eight hand-picked ones on June 11, 2025.

The Conversation

UK pledge to global vaccine effort falls £400m to £1.25bn amid raft of aid cuts

Campaigners warn reduction could cost lives – even if Britain remains of the largest donors to the international Gavi alliance

The Independent UK

Kelly Osbourne shares update on dad Ozzy's health ahead of final Black Sabbath show

The British rocker, 76, revealed in 2020 that he had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease

Evening Standard

Researchers find new way to detect early signs of pancreatic cancer

The discovery could transform outcomes for thousands of patients

The Independent UK

How your gut bacteria could help detect pancreatic cancer early

Whether you had breakfast this morning or not, your pancreas is working quietly behind the scenes. This vital organ produces the enzymes that help digest your food and the hormones that regulate your metabolism. But when something goes wrong with your pancreas, the consequences can be devastating.

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The Independent UK

Scientists raise ‘urgent concerns’ over new bat viruses discovered in China

The Independent UK

Global vaccination efforts stall, leaving millions of children vulnerable to preventable diseases

Global efforts to protect children against diseases like measles, polio and tuberculosis have stalled since 2010, leaving millions vulnerable to deadly infections

The Guardian - UK

Autoimmune disease may almost double risk of mental ill health, study suggests

Chronic exposure to inflammation may explain link to conditions including depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder, researchers say

The Independent UK

These 5 summer fruits come with some major health benefits

Yummy seasonal produce can also help you hydrate and even reduce your risk of disease

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From Research to Real Life: Transforming the Opportunity for Early Detection of Alzheimer's Disease with i-Function

i-Function® is led by Kallestrup alongside two highly regarded academics, Dr. Philip D. Harvey, an expert in mental health and cognition, and Dr. Sarah J. Czaja, a leading authority in functional skills and aging research.

LiveScience

New 'breathalyzer' could detect signs of disease in human breath, scientists say

Scientists have developed a device intended to detect disease markers in human breath, which could someday offer a potential alternative to blood, urine or saliva tests.

Evening Standard

Comedian Paul Sinha says Parkinson’s diagnosis has been ‘comedy goldmine’

The Chase star said he jokes about the condition in his show for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

The Independent UK

New biosecurity centre to tackle pandemics and animal disease gets £1bn funding

The announcement is part of a new national security strategy.

The Independent UK

Four simple lifestyle changes to reduce cognitive decline and dementia risk

Two healthy-ageing experts say interventions could result in both delayed disease onset and improved quality of life for millions of people

The Guardian - UK

‘They had a feast’: New Forest donkeys spark backlash after raiding new food waste bins

Local people worry recycling scheme may spread disease after the free-roaming equines start feeding on food scraps

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Ashley Walters 'broke up' with addiction in rehab

Musician-turned-actor Ashley Walters has likened conquering his addiction issues to breaking up with a partner - revealing he wrote a letter to the "disease" as they parted ways in rehab.

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