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Anyone over 55 who has smoked should have a lung cancer scan, say health experts

The UK National Screening Committee has recommended that all Brits, aged 55 to 74, who have smoked should have a scan for lung cancer to detect the disease earlier

Daily Mirror

Virus kills 100,000 cattle in India, threatens livelihoods

A viral disease that is spread by insects like mosquitoes and ticks has killed at least 100,000 cows and buffaloes in India and sickened more than 2 million

The Independent UK

TV doctor helps launch ‘giant lung roadshow’ targeting cancer hotspots

Cathy Brokenshire, whose husband, former Cabinet Minister James Brokenshire, died of the disease last year aged 53, also backs the campaign.

The Independent UK

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ALS drug wins FDA approval despite questionable data

U.S. health officials have approved a much-debated drug to treat the deadly illness known as Lou Gehrig's disease

The Independent UK

India lacks a complete paediatric cardio-care service

A dearth of specialists and infrastructure in India, in the government and private sectors, is hampering the future of children with congenital heart disease

The Hindu

Thousands of children at risk as vaccination rates fall in England

Health officials urge parents to ensure children have routine jabs amid fears of measles outbreak

The Guardian - UK

Parents urged to make sure children have routine vaccinations

There has been a drop in English vaccination numbers for diseases such as polio and measles

Wales Online

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Patients diagnosed with chronic lung disease should undergo cardiac evaluation, say doctors

September 29 is observed as World Heart Day

The Hindu

Children with congenital heart disease to be given follow-up care

Care will be provided under the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram project, says Minister

The Hindu

Parents urged to ensure children are up to date with vaccinations

Figures show vaccine coverage fell in 13 out of the 14 routine vaccination programmes for children up to five years old in England in 2021-22.

The Independent UK

‘Shocking’ rise in STIs during COVID alarms health workers

In 2019, Columbus, Ohio, had seven reported cases of congenital syphilis, or cases in which a newborn child was infected during pregnancy. Two years later, that number rose to 20. And now?

Tribune News Service

Heart attack myths and misconceptions – and the signs you should never ignore

Heart attacks are a common but serious medical emergency. This World Heart Day, here's a look at the most common myths and misconceptions about heart attacks and signs you should never ignore

Daily Mirror

Child cancer survivor qualifies as paediatric nurse with oncology aims to help kids through same disease

The 22-year-old says she promised herself two things - that she would win her fight and that she would one day help care for children in the way that she was cared for

Irish Mirror

Tech & Science Daily: ‘Historic moment’ in Alzheimer’s treatment

The discovery of a drug able to slow cognitive decline in early-stage Alzheimer’s is being called a ‘historic moment’ in the treatment of the disease.

Evening Standard

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'Untreatable' STD superbug that causes infertility and miscarriage is a 'silent spreader'

Scientists fear a 'silent spreader' STI called M. gen may "evolve into a superbug" due to the lack of research and testing - and the fact that the disease has proven resistant to antibiotics

Daily Record

Long-term antidepressant use may increase risk of heart disease, claims new research

People are still urged to use antidepressants if they are needed.

Los Angeles Times

Commentary: Now that the CDC has dropped masking, a plea to doctors and hospitals

With a one-two punch, the Biden administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have tossed tens of millions of Americans at high risk of death and disability from COVID-19 into a sea of contagion without any clear guidance for infection prevention and control.

WEKU

Zoonotic diseases like COVID-19 and monkeypox will become more common, experts say

Researchers say diseases that spread between humans and animals will become increasingly commonplace as human expansion into previously uninhabited areas intensifies.

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Wales Online

How to maximise your heart health now to avoid problems in later life

Diet and exercise are key to a healthier ticker, say the experts

Daily Record

Scots gran gets new heart after spending just 12 days on transplant list

Pearl Thompson, 58, was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy, a disease which makes it harder for the heart to pump blood to the rest of the body.

The Hindu

Researchers develop algorithm that can help decode brain scans to identify type of epilepsy

Epilepsy is a neurological disease where the brain emits sudden bursts of electrical signals in a short amount of time.

The Independent UK

8 things science warns will accelerate ageing

As a new study confirms drinking too much really does make you look older, Lisa Salmon looks into other lifestyle factors that may contribute too

Manchester Evening News

Researchers warn long-term antidepressant use 'may increase risk of heart disease'

Researchers discovered "concerning associations" between taking the pills over a decade and heart disease and death

The Independent UK

Changes you can make now to protect your heart in your 60s

Experts explain how diet, exercise and lifestyle can impact your heart health. By Katie Wright.

The Conversation

These 12 things can reduce your dementia risk – but many Australians don't know them all

Dementia is a leading cause of death in Australia.

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