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UK public health alert over Ebola outbreak as doctors urged 'be vigilant for symptoms'

The UK Health Security Agency is currently monitoring an outbreak of the Ebola virus in Uganda - but the risk to the public in the UK is very low and there are currently no cases of the disease confirmed in this country

Daily Mirror

What is sickle cell disease? Symptoms and treatments

Everything you need to know about sickle cell disease

Evening Standard

Loose Women panel take part in live breast examination alongside Elizabeth Hurley

There are around 55,000 new cases of breast cancer diagnosed in the UK each year

The Independent UK

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Little girl, 7, has dream for her Dublin dad to be strong as he battles serious illness

Fraser’s loving daughter Oonagh, 7, has a dream – that her Dad will be strong on the outside again, she knows he is strong on the inside but Motor Neurone Disease has taken its toll on him

Irish Mirror

New Covid warning over symptom that affects sleep

‘Isn’t that strange?’ scientist says as he shares different disease caused by BA.5

The Independent UK

CDC, WHO, Uganda to host regional meeting as Ebola spreads

The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says Uganda next week will host a ministerial meeting on the outbreak of the Sudan strain of the Ebola virus which has no proven vaccine and has caused alarm in the East Africa region

The Independent UK

NHS calls for more black blood donors to help treat sickle cell disease

Demand for blood donations to treat the disease has risen by 67 per cent over the past five years

Evening Standard

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What is sickle cell disease? Common symptoms and can it be treated?

Sickle cell disease is a serious and lifelong health condition. Here's everything you need to know about symptoms, causes and what treatment is available for it

Daily Mirror

Sickle cell disease: black donors urged to give blood as demand from patients soars

NHS says sickle cell is ‘fastest growing genetic condition in UK’ and demand for blood has jumped 67% in five years

The Guardian - UK

Record number of Black blood donors needed to treat sickle cell disease, NHS says

‘More demand for care than ever before,’ health chiefs say

The Independent UK

NHS makes ‘urgent’ call for black blood donors

More donors are needed to treat patients with sickle cell disease.

The Independent UK

Alan Jackson postpones upcoming weekend concerts to deal with 'health issues'

Alan Jackson postponed a pair of upcoming shows this weekend in Pittsburgh and Atlantic City, New Jersey, citing health concerns.

Los Angeles Times

How dancing can help slow — and potentially reverse — the ageing process

For most of us, dancing is a fun way to unwind, or something we do after a few too many drinks on a Saturday night. But what if dancing can actually help to slow — or in some cases even reverse — the ageing process?

ABC News

Meningococcal meningitis symptoms as HSE investigate four cases including two deaths

While the cases are not linked, the disease can be life-threatening

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Vet issues stark warning over parvovirus after puppy dies within 24 hours

Staffordshire bull terrier Blu sadly died within 24 hours after showing symptoms of parvovirus - he was fully vaccinated but this didn't stop him from contracting the highly contagious disease

Reuters

Man topples ancient Roman busts in Vatican museums

A man toppled two ancient Roman busts in the Vatican Museums on Wednesday, causing moderate damage before being stopped by staff and arrested, a museums source said.

The Independent UK

What is Parkinson’s Mask? The symptom that led to Jeremy Paxman’s diagnosis

The broadcaster was diagnosed with the disease after collapsing while out on a walk

The Conversation

Gonorrhea became more drug resistant while attention was on COVID-19 – a molecular biologist explains the sexually transmitted superbug

COVID-19 has rightfully dominated infectious disease news since 2020. However, that doesn’t mean other infectious diseases took a break. In fact, U.S. rates of infection by gonorrhea have risen during the pandemic.

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Breast cancer awareness campaigns too often overlook those with metastatic breast cancer – here's how they can do better

Is there anyone who isn’t aware of breast cancer?

Bangkok Post

Monitoring oral cancer

Cancer is a significant and growing health problem globally. In 2021, it is one of the leading causes of death after cardiovascular disease and COVID-19. Cancer can develop anywhere in the body. Cancer affecting the head and neck is one of the most prevalent cancers in developing countries, especially in…

The Independent UK

Rugby authorities urged to cut out contact training to reduce the risk of motor neurone disease

New research has found evidence of an increased risk of motor neurone disease among former rugby players

Wales Online

Rugby players are 15 times more likely to develop motor neurone disease, research finds

A study examined health outcomes of 412 male, Scottish, former international rugby players

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

Evening Standard

Rugby authorities told to cut game time as study finds risk of MND is 15 times higher

Rugby officials have been called upon to cut back on competitive games after research found elite rugby players had a risk of developing motor neurone disease that was 15 times higher than the general population.

Daily Mirror

Steve Thompson's early dementia symptoms as rugby ace says success 'wasn't worth it'

Early onset dementia is caused by genetic mutations that run in families, but the disease may also be more pronounced by lifestyle factors, including athletes who have taken many traumatic injuries over their careers

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