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UN chief urges wealthy countries to beat fossil fuel ‘addiction’ amid expansions

Secretary general said wealthiest countries are ‘signing away our future’ with more production and called for phase-out of fossil fuels

The Guardian - US

The human virome: why viruses could be as important for good health as gut bacteria

We often hear about the importance of the human microbiome – the vast collection of bacteria and fungi that live on and inside us – when it comes to our health. But there’s another, equally important part of this microbial community that remains far less known: the virome.

The Conversation

Nasal spray clears proteins linked to Alzheimer’s – new study

Scientists in America have developed a nasal spray that can remove proteins in the brain associated with Alzheimer’s disease – at least, in mice.

The Conversation

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Study raises hopes that shingles vaccine may delay onset of dementia

Shingrix linked to substantial reduction in diagnoses in the six years after people received the shot

The Guardian - UK

An Infectious Disease Doctor Reveals the Only Covid-19 Factor Everyone Should Track In 2024

An infectious disease doctor describes why you don't need to learn in detail about every single new Covid variant.

Inverse

Study Links Beer Bellies And ‘Bingo Wings’ To Higher Risk Of Dementia And Parkinson’s‌Belly And Arm Fat Increases Risk Of Dementia And Parkinson’s‌

Research warns high levels of body fat in specific areas may increase susceptibility to neurodegenerative diseases.‌ People with a high level of muscle strength were less likely to develop the diseases. ‌

Zenger

From Star Wars to 'Twisters': Hollywood's Newest Scene-Stealer Refuses to Play By the Rules

'Twisters' star Katy O’Brian's profile is about to hit the stratosphere. But the 'Mandalorian' and 'Love Lies Bleeding' actress has been working for this moment for nearly a decade.

Inverse

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This former U.S. Open participant and Florida Gator is battling ALS: ‘The disease is winning, unfortunately’

“First thing I always tell people — there’s no known cause and no known cure."

USA Today Sports Media Group

‘It killed my wife and then I got diagnosed – this deadly disease doesn’t discriminate’

Mark Thatcher wants to encourage other men to speak out and get any symptoms checked

The Independent UK

More than 100,000 Americans with diabetes have limbs amputated each year. This is a crisis

Black Americans with diabetes are four times more likely to suffer amputations than white Americans

The Guardian - US

ISS scientists make headway in cancer research: 'We're NASA, we do Moonshots'

NASA's Cancer Moonshot Initiative aims to harness microgravity conditions on the International Space Station to study the disease like never before.

Space

Times Internet launches TOI Health+, one stop destination for health, wellness updates

Times Internet launches an ambitious health platform, TOI Health+. The new feature, TOI Health+ will feature a wide range of content, including articles, videos, expert interviews, and interactive tools to cater to the diverse health needs of the readers of Times Internet. The platform will cover various aspects of health,…

The Times of India

Excess Fat In These Areas Raises Risk Of Alzheimer's And Parkinson's, Study Warns

The researchers have identified that body composition affects the risk of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.

Medical Daily

A drug that can extend your life by 25%? Don’t hold your breath

Every few weeks or months, the media reports on a new study that tantalisingly dangles the possibility of a new drug to give us longer, healthier lives.

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Salon

Diabetes and obesity can damage liver

Liver disease is frighteningly common worldwide, but many people are unaware of the connection to diabetes

The Independent UK

Floods and climate change blamed for surge in dengue in the Emirates as WHO warns of global spike

Since the United Arab Emirates witnessed its heaviest recorded rainfall ever three months ago, the desert nation has issued a multitude of warnings about dengue

The Guardian - US

The FDA chief is right: we are failing people with diabetes

The $400bn in diabetes-related annual expenditures is breaking the back of our healthcare system. But there is an alternative

The Conversation

What your gait says about your health

Walking requires a huge number of signals between your brain and the muscles in your arms, chest, back, abdomen, pelvis and legs. Something that looks relatively straightforward is in fact incredibly complex. And the pace and smoothness of your walk can be an indicator of your health and how well…

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Scottish research firm awarded huge funding boost by Michael J Fox Foundation

A SCOTTISH firm developing medicines for those living with Parkinson’s has been awarded a major funding boost from the Michael J Fox foundation.

The Independent UK

Holiday from hell as woman forced to flee £740 apartment with cockroaches in the toaster

Melissa Hamilton, who was recovering from kidney disease, found cockroaches in the toaster

The Times of India

Easy and effective lifestyle changes to keep dementia at bay

People living with dementia have been on rise in the US. An astounding 7 million Americans are estimated to have Alzheimer's as per Alzheimer's Association. This number can almost double by 2050 to 13 million. Dementia comprises a range of neurological conditions where nerve cells are damaged and their connections…

The Conversation

What’s the difference between ‘strep throat’ and a sore throat? We’re developing a vaccine for one of them

What’s the difference? is a new editorial product that explains the similarities and differences between commonly confused health and medical terms, and why they matter.

The Times of India

Teflon flu is rising in US; symptoms, dos and don'ts while cooking in non-stick cookware

Can toxic fumes from your nonstick pan make you sick with the flu? While it may seem unheard of, this bizarre illness has been affecting many Americans. As per a Dailymail report, Teflon flu, also known as polymer fume fever, resulted in hospitalization of over 250 Americans last year. The…

The Independent UK

JetBlue passenger claims their cancer returned after spat with flight attendant over emotional support bulldog

Exclusive: Oksana Kiritchenko claims her disease was in remission until she got thrown off a plane with her 23-pound frenchie

Salon

Pinpointing bird flu mortality rate

Avian flu is reported to kill more than half the people it infects. The reality is much more complicated

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