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A century after the EEG was discovered, it remains a crucial tool for understanding the brain

The Hindu

Prostate cancer cases worldwide likely to double by 2040, analysis finds

Largest study of its kind predicts 85% increase in deaths from the disease in same period as more men live longer

The Guardian - UK

Bite from toilet rat hospitalizes man in Canada

Doctors believe the man was likely infected with bacteria in the rat's mouth.

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COVID-19 second-leading cause of death globally in 2021; slashed life expectancy: Lancet study

COVID-19 became the second-leading cause of death globally in 2021, slashing life expectancy by 1.6 years.

The Hindu

Scientists identify 'obesity genes' which increase risk of disease by six times

Scientists say gene variants could affect up to 10,000 people in UK

Evening Standard

Holistic health approach reduces hunger, but that's about it

'It's not a health or chronic disease risk factor intervention.'

Newcastle Herald

World’s first living patient (62) who underwent pig kidney transplantation discharged from hospital

A few weeks before 62 year old Richard "Rick" Slayman of Weymouth who was battling end-stage kidney disease when underwent surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) where doctors transplanted a genetically-edited pig kidney into his body. The surgery took over four hours and was done on March 16. With this,…

The Times of India

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YKT6 gene variants may cause novel genetic disorder

A recent joint investigation identified uncommon mutations in the YKT6 gene as the source of a novel neurological illness characterised by developmental delays, severe progressive liver disease, and a risk of liver cancer. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Diabetes Drug Shows Promise Against Parkinson's In Clinical Study

A drug used to treat diabetes slowed the progression of motor issues associated with Parkinson's disease, a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine said Wednesday.

International Business Times

Bird flu outbreaks worrying experts

At least six states have reported H5N1 outbreaks in dairy farms. Experts explain what precautions to take

Salon

New mRNA therapy shows promise in treating 'ultrarare' inherited disease

Initial trial results suggest that a new mRNA therapy may be able to safely and effectively treat propionic acidemia, a rare metabolic disorder.

LiveScience

Tips for women to self-diagnose symptoms for Cancer

Cancer poses a substantial health challenge globally, and India is no exception. We are observing a steady increase in the prevalence of various types of cancer, primarily influenced by a complex mix of lifestyle choices and environmental factors. As a nation, we are not used to thinking about health management…

The Times of India

Stressful events in middle age could increase risk of Alzheimer's - study

Life events such as unemployment or death of loved one linked to neurodegenerative disease

Evening Standard

Study Identifies Gut Bacteria That Cut Cholesterol Level, Heart Disease Risk

Researchers discovered that certain bacteria species called Oscillibacter can consume cholesterol in the gut and lower the risk of heart disease in individuals.

Medical Daily

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Extra Discrimination: Latinos and Blacks on Medicare Face Higher Costs to Treat Dementia, Study Finds

Blacks and Latinos pay at least 17% more than Non-Hispanic Whites, according to the findings.

The Hindu

Study reveals two distinct Lumpy Skin Disease Virus circulating in India

Indian Institute of Science (IISc) researchers, who are part of a multi-institutional team probing the cause of the outbreak of the Lumpy Skin Disease Virus (LSDV) which resulted in the death of about one lakh cows, have found two distinct LSDV variants circulating in India.

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Utah Jazz GM Diagnosed With Kidney Disease, Family Affected

The Zanik family's resilience in facing multiple health challenges, advocating for others in similar situations.

Salon

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Study finds how mRNA used to target Alzheimer's disease

Researchers at The Florey have created a method using mRNA technology to specifically target the harmful protein tau, which accumulates in dementia patients suffering from Alzheimer's disease and other conditions. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

What is prehypertension? Why one must learn to manage it?

The finding of a recent study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is a wake-up call for young and older adults. Researchers from the ICMR's National Centre for Disease Informatics and Research (NCDIR) analyzed data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) and found that 1 in 3…

LiveScience

Mpox cases are far outpacing last year's numbers, CDC reports

Health officials are encouraging people at risk of mpox to seek vaccination, as cases are on the rise.

The Guardian - UK

Smartphone app could help detect early-onset dementia cause, study finds

App-based cognitive tests found to be proficient at detecting frontotemporal dementia in those most at risk

The Times of India

New therapies in treatment of sickle cell anemia

Sickle cell anemia is a debilitating genetic condition that affects red blood cells. Traditionally, treatments focused on managing symptoms like pain and preventing complications. But recent years have seen a surge in the development of new therapies that target the underlying causes of the disease.

Latin Times

Controversial Herbicide Poses Disproportionate Health Risks for Rural Latino Communities in California

Despite links to Parkinson's disease and other health risks, Paraquat remains a widely used herbicide

Medical Daily

Being Moderately Overweight Lowers Cardiovascular Death Risk In Older Adults With Diabetes: Study

Researchers have now identified the ideal weight for adults with type 2 diabetes to minimize their risk of death from cardiovascular disease.

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