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Researchers reveal how high fitness levels can reduce death risk from cardiovascular disease in men

In men with high blood pressure, being fit may lower their risk of dying from cardiovascular disease. This conclusion comes from a 29-year study. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Bone cancer warning symptoms after death of Strictly judge Len Goodman

Len Goodman passed away aged 78 on Saturday April 22 after a short battle with bone cancer.

Daily Record

'Got polio?' messaging underscores a vaccine campaign's success but creates false sense of security as memories of the disease fade in US

“Got Polio? Me neither. Thanks, Science.”

The Conversation

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Harvard study links sugary drinks to increased risk of death; calls coffee and tea safer options

People with type-2 diabetes can consume coffee, tea (without sugar), or plain water, instead of soda, energy drinks, fruit drinks etc. A recent study conducted at Harvard found that people with type-2 diabetes who regularly consume sugar-heavy drinks, such as soda, are more likely to die prematurely due to heart…

The Times of India

Midlothian GP shuts down and sends all staff home after deadly disease outbreak

The GP practice in Bonnyrigg has made the 'difficult' decision to send staff home and suspend appointments for the time being after Legionella was detected in the water supply

Edinburgh Live

DWP explains the 20 health conditions that qualify you for nearly £700 a month in personal independence payments

People with conditions including hearing disorders, psychiatric disorders and musculoskeletal diseases are eligible for the money

Wales Online

Diplomat Says 15 Syrians Killed Amid Clashes in Sudan

Fifteen Syrians were killed as a result of running clashes in Sudan, Sham FM, a radio and TV station, cited the chargé d’affaires of the Syrian Embassy in Sudan as saying on Wednesday. No injuries were reported among Syrian expats, said the diplomat, adding that all members of the diplomatic…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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When Daryl was diagnosed with Parkinson's he felt powerless. Now he's reclaiming it at the punching bag

A Melbourne boxing club is teaching patients suffering with Parkinson's to box in a unique program designed to build skills to delay the onset of the neurological disease.

ABC News

WHO Fears More Deaths in Sudan Due to Outbreaks, Collapse of Services

The World Health Organization (WHO) expects "many more" deaths in Sudan due to outbreaks of disease and a lack of essential services amid fighting, its director general said on Wednesday. Battles between Sudan's army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) paramilitary since mid-April has killed at least 459 people and…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Parents warned to spot signs of nasty Victorian disease in children and babies

Scabies is an irritating, itchy rash caused by a tiny mite that burrows down under the skin to lay eggs. It nearly always occurs on the hands, particularly between the fingers

Daily Mirror

WHO fears more deaths in Sudan due to outbreaks, collapse of services

The World Health Organization (WHO) expects "many more" deaths in Sudan due to outbreaks of disease and a lack of essential services amid fighting, its director general said on Wednesday.

Reuters

HIV drug may help protect against build-up of dementia-related proteins – study

A common characteristic of diseases such as Huntington’s disease and various forms of dementia is the build-up in the brain of proteins.

The Independent UK

Irregular sleep may increase your risk of dying from cancer and heart disease

Waking and sleeping at inconsistent times may increase the risk of dying from cancer or heart disease death in middle-age and older adults.

LiveScience

Charity founder named one of 500 Coronation Champions

Since being diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in 2019, Alex has made it his mission to ensure people living with MND feel supported, seen and empowered

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Professor who lost brother to heart disease to cycle across US in fundraiser

Jill Pell will set off next month.

Evening Standard

Heart disease risk higher in hip-replacement patients, new study shows

The increase in risk comes from tiny metal ions breaking off from implants and leaking into the bloodstream

Edinburgh Live

Midlothian medical practice open to 'emergencies only' after Legionella outbreak

Legionnaires' disease is a lung infection you can get from inhaling droplets of water from things like air conditioning or hot tubs. It's uncommon but can be very serious.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan confirms its first case of mpox

Pakistani man, 25, diagnosed with the virus, once called monkeypox, after recently arriving from Saudi Arabia.

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Danny Frawley's family calls on AFL to act quickly on CTE as Senate concussion inquiry continues

The family of late AFL player Danny Frawley, who suffered from CTE, urges the league to take immediate action to prevent the neurodegenerative disease among its participants.

The Independent UK

Mild Covid can lead to long-term impact on cardiovascular health, study claims

Scientists compared pre- and post-Covid infection levels of arterial stiffness, which can indicate cardiovascular health.

The Independent UK

Linda Nolan shares health update after cancer diagnosis

The Nolans Sisters star lost her husband Brian Hudson and sister Bernie to the disease

The Independent UK

Why key to curing diabetes could be NHS-prescribed soups and shakes

‘Obesity is a significant factor and cause of several serious diseases’ warns NHS’ diabetes chief

The Guardian - UK

UK study highlights heart disease risk from older types of hip replacement

Research points to danger of tiny metal ions breaking off from implants and leaking into the blood

France 24

UN warns of risk of disease amid mass displacement out of Sudan

In tonight's edition: The desperate rush to leave Khartoum continues. Sudanese and foreigners take advantage of openings left by a delicate ceasefire to try to get out of the Sudanese capital. Also, an African child is killed by malaria every 60 seconds – the region suffers from 95 percent of…

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Symptoms of Parkinson's disease including common sign that can appear 'several years' early

With over 40 main symptoms of the condition, the warning signs can be different for everyone - here's the full list of signs from the NHS

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