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France to donate 100,000 mpox vaccines as it prepares for outbreak at home

France will donate 100,000 mpox vaccine doses to countries hit by an outbreak of the disease as it readies vaccination centres at home, outgoing Prime Minister Gabriel Attal said this week.

Radio France Internationale

Constipation increases your risk of a heart attack, new study finds – and not just on the toilet

If you Google the terms “constipation” and “heart attack” it’s not long before the name Elvis Presley crops up. Elvis had a longstanding history of chronic constipation and it’s believed he was straining very hard to poo, which then led to a fatal heart attack.

The Conversation

Mpox Disease Presents Hard-to-weigh Risks

As fears mount globally about mpox, apparently simple questions such as the danger it poses and differences between variants do not have clear and simple answers.

International Business Times

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Thailand mpox case could be new strain

The Department of Disease Control (DDC) said on Wednesday that Thailand may have its first case of a new, more transmissible strain of mpox.

Bangkok Post

What is ‘sloth fever’? And how can I avoid it when travelling to South America?

International authorities are issuing warnings about “sloth fever”. Despite the name, it’s not contracted via contact with sloths. Rather, you should avoid contact with mosquitoes and biting midges.

The Conversation

Richard Simmons' Cause Of Death Revealed: Accidental Fall And Heart Disease

Learn about Richard Simmons' cause of death and the circumstances surrounding his passing. Toxicology report showed no substances in his system.

Top News

Bad breath in pregnancy? Common causes, and 10 dentist-approved tips to deal with it

Do you or someone you know always have bad breath? It affects 2.5 million of us on a daily basis - get top tips on how to get rid of bad breath and prevent it coming back here

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Thailand Reports Suspected Case Of New Mpox Strain

The patient landed in Bangkok on August 14 and was sent to hospital with mpox symptoms the following morning, said Thongchai Keeratihattayakorn, head of the kingdom's Department of Disease Control.

International Business Times

Desert Island Discs presenter Lauren Laverne reveals she has cancer

Broadcaster, 46, says disease has been diagnosed early and she is expected to make a full recovery

The Guardian - UK

At 117, world's oldest person breathes last; this is what kept her disease free at this age

For someone who witnessed major events of history unfolding during their lifetime and lived for 117 years, having a 'completely lucid mind' and no heart disease is a result of miracles and following a healthy lifestyle. Spain's Maria Branyas Morera has left behind a legacy of healthy living and she…

The Times of India

What has caused the cholera outbreak in Sudan?

At least 22 people have died from cholera in Sudan after heavy rainfall contaminated drinking water.

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The Independent UK

Tiny turtles are linked to salmonella outbreak in small children

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has received reports of illness from more than 20 states

The Guardian - UK

Badger cull may have increased bovine TB risk in neighbouring herds – study

England’s controversial eradication scheme may have caused higher rates of disease in surrounding areas, research shows

The Guardian - UK

Two slices of ham a day can raise type 2 diabetes risk by 15%, research suggests

Cambridge-led study of 2m people globally is most comprehensive evidence yet of red meat link to diabetes

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MedTech’s bright future is fueled by rapid tech advancements and increasing demand for medical devices, implants, and precision treatments, driven by an aging population and rising global disease rates. Given this backdrop, adding strong MedTech stocks like Boston Scientific (BSX), Stryker (SYK), and Abbott (ABT) to one’s portfolio could be…

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The Conversation

What the unique shape of the human heart tells us about our evolution

Mammals, from the mighty blue whale to the tiny shrew, inhabit nearly every corner of our planet. Their remarkable adaptability to different environments has long fascinated scientists, with each species developing unique traits to survive and thrive.

The Conversation

All the reasons a cup of coffee really can be good for you

Consuming too much caffeine is definitely bad for your health, and there may be good reasons why some people want to quit it altogether. But if you despair at the idea of giving up your morning coffee, fear not.

LiveScience

Real-time brain stimulation slashes Parkinson's symptoms by half in trial

A new device reacts to rising and falling levels of Parkinson's medication in the body and improves quality of life for some patients.

Medical Daily

Best Fish Oil Supplements For Better Heart Health And Active Lifestyle

Fish oil supplements are known to have positive effects on cardiovascular health. They may slow disease progression and lower the risk of death in people.

Medical Daily

Can Constipation Affect Heart Disease Risk? Know What A New Study Says

People who have constipation face more than twice the risk of a major cardiac event when compared to those without the condition, the study revealed.

LiveScience

'Banana apocalypse' could be averted thanks to genetic breakthrough

Fusarium wilt is threatening the global supply of bananas, but researchers might have found a way to control the disease.

Fortune

Parvovirus B19 is spreading across the U.S. What to know about the disease that causes ‘slapped cheek’ rash in children

The CDC warned of increasing viral activity on the heels of “unusually high numbers of cases” in Europe earlier this year.

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