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France confirms first Ebola case as doctor returns from Congo outbreak
France has recorded its first Ebola case involving a doctor who returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo during a major outbreak. Health authorities have…
HighTau protein triggers genetic cascade leading to neuron death in Alzheimer's
Researchers discover tau protein initiates a genetic cascade leading to neuronal death in Alzheimer's disease, with mechanisms regulated by APOE genotype and a…
HighSpanish man's brain cancer diagnosis revealed to be pork tapeworm infection
A 60-year-old Spanish man initially diagnosed with metastatic brain cancer was found to have neurocysticercosis from pork tapeworm larvae instead, successfully…
HighBlood clots pose hidden threat as NCDs deprioritized during pandemic
Menarini Asia-Pac launched a public awareness campaign on thrombosis and blood clots, highlighting how atrial fibrillation increases stroke risk—the third lead…
HighCongo's Ebola outbreak overwhelms surveillance teams as cases exceed 3,200
Congo's fastest-growing Ebola outbreak has exceeded 3,200 cases with over 1,400 deaths, straining surveillance teams and exacerbating hunger in eastern regions…
HighDelhi's elderly face pneumonia risk as vaccination gap widens ahead of winter
Delhi's elderly population lacks pneumococcal vaccination despite high winter pneumonia risk, while infants receive routine protection. Expanding vaccination t…
HighKNH clarifies bullet from Gikomba shooting was retained as evidence
Kenyatta National Hospital clarified that a bullet recovered from a shooting victim was properly retained as evidence, contradicting allegations it disappeared…
HighCongo's Ebola Outbreak Becomes Deadliest in Country's History, With 2,325 Deaths and No Specific Vaccine
Congo's Bundibugyo-strain Ebola outbreak has killed 2,325 people, surpassing the 2018–2020 outbreak, with 4,945 confirmed cases and no specific vaccine or trea…
HighRectal cancer deaths surge among young adults, outpacing colon cancer
Rectal cancer mortality is rising 2-3x faster than colon cancer in adults aged 20-44, with researchers warning the trend will worsen without treatment strategy…
HighLudhiana's HIV cases rise as migrant mobility and stigma undermine control efforts
Ludhiana reports steady HIV case increases with ~100 daily screenings at civil hospital. Drug abuse, migrant worker mobility, and social stigma are primary bar…
HighStudy suggests SARS-CoV-2 destabilizes in heat, supporting winter COVID-19 resurgence theory
US researchers demonstrate that SARS-CoV-2 particles destabilize at mild elevated temperatures, supporting evidence that COVID-19 resurgence is likely during w…
MediumDeath Row Inmate Conscious After Botched Tennessee Execution
Christa Pike, sentenced to death for a 1995 murder, survived a failed lethal injection in Tennessee and remains conscious in hospital. Her lawyers seek to comm…
HighAvatrombopag Keeps Cancer Patients on Chemo Schedule in Phase 2 Trial
Phase 2 trial shows avatrombopag helps 70% of gastrointestinal cancer patients maintain chemotherapy schedules by managing chemotherapy-induced thrombocytopeni…
HighScientists develop 'disease-on-a-chip' model to study IBD progression and cancer risk
Researchers developed an advanced human colon chip that recreates inflammatory bowel disease progression, revealing cancer-linked changes and sex-specific dise…
HighCongo's Bundibugyo Crisis: Health Attacks Threaten Economic Stability Beyond Medical Response
WHO warns that violence and attacks on health facilities in eastern DRC's Bundibugyo outbreak threaten disease control and create wider economic crises. Over 3…
HighFive Essential Health Habits Fathers Should Adopt for Longevity
Health experts recommend fathers adopt five key habits—regular exercise, nutritious diet, mental health focus, preventive care, and adequate sleep—to reduce di…
MediumMarriage linked to better health, but quality matters more than status
Research shows married people have lower cardiovascular disease, cancer, and better mental health outcomes, but relationship quality matters more than marital…
HighModerna CEO Says Personalized Melanoma Vaccine Success Opens Path Beyond Skin Cancer
Google News aggregates coverage of Moderna's personalized mRNA cancer vaccine for melanoma, which reduced the risk of cancer recurrence in a late-stage trial.…
MediumCancer Therapy Shows Promise in Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis, Achieving Remission in Early Trial
A first-of-its-kind trial found CAR T-cell therapy dramatically reduced disease activity in six patients with treatment-resistant rheumatoid arthritis, with th…
HighManchester Met students locked down as parents deliver supplies amid virus outbreak
Around 1,500 students at Manchester Metropolitan University were placed under strict quarantine after 127 positive Covid cases emerged in two halls of residenc…
HighScientists crack RAS mutation in pancreatic cancer, offering new treatment hope
Scientists have achieved a major breakthrough in pancreatic cancer treatment by successfully targeting the RAS mutation, offering new hope for stopping the dis…
HighFDA panel votes to loosen restrictions on unproven peptides amid safety concerns
An FDA advisory panel voted to allow specialized pharmacies to produce controversial peptides like BPC-157 and TB-500 that lack human safety data but have surg…
HighUK hospital isolation raises containment fears as hantavirus evacuees begin 42-day quarantine
Twenty British passengers evacuated from the hantavirus-stricken MV Hondius cruise ship are isolating at a UK hospital, with concerns raised about containment…
HighLancet review affirms mRNA vaccines safe, effective across billions of doses
A comprehensive Lancet review affirms mRNA vaccines are safe and highly effective against COVID-19 and other diseases, with serious adverse effects remaining e…
HighBreast Cancer Warning Signs: Why Early Recognition of Lumps, Skin and Nipple Changes Matters
An explainer outlines early warning signs of breast cancer, including lumps, skin and nipple changes, swelling, and later-stage symptoms, urging prompt medical…
MediumPrime Medicine Doses First Patient in Wilson Disease Prime-Editing Trial
Prime Medicine has dosed the first participant in a Phase 1/2 trial of PM577a, a liver-directed prime-editing treatment for the H1069Q ATP7B variant. No safety…
MediumValue-Based Cancer Care Association Convenes Global Research Symposium
The Association for Value-Based Cancer Care is hosting a Global Cancer Research and Innovation Symposium in October 2026 to bring together stakeholders across…
HighWeight loss drugs linked to 41% reduction in obesity-related cancers
A study of 229,000 obese adults found GLP-1 receptor agonists associated with 41% lower risk of obesity-related cancers, with even greater reductions in certai…
HighAustralia's first diphtheria death in a decade reported amid NT outbreak
Northern Territory records Australia's first diphtheria death in nearly a decade as outbreak spreads across remote areas. Over 160 cases confirmed nationwide,…
HighFirst-ever gene therapy for rare epilepsy successfully delivered to infant's brain
An 8-month-old infant became the first patient to receive experimental gene replacement therapy for WOREE syndrome, a severe genetic epilepsy caused by WWOX ge…
HighIRC warns DRC Ebola outbreak could become deadliest on record without urgent action
The International Rescue Committee warns the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo could become the deadliest on record, with over 900 suspected c…
HighEstrogen therapy linked to 35% lower Alzheimer's risk in Stanford study
A Stanford study found women taking estrogen-based menopause hormone therapy showed 35% lower Alzheimer's risk, with brain autopsies revealing fewer disease ma…
HighAustralia's diphtheria resurgence exposes gaps in booster coverage and health equity
A 131-case diphtheria outbreak in Australia's Northern Territory revealed how a vaccine-preventable disease re-emerged in highly vaccinated populations, driven…
HighGauteng battles spreading FMD as livestock movement control falters
Gauteng's FMD outbreak has reached nearly 300 cases despite vaccinating over 257,000 animals. Authorities struggle to enforce livestock movement restrictions a…
HighTriple-negative breast cancer vaccine shows promise in Phase 1 trial
A new vaccine targeting triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) has demonstrated safety and strong immune response in 74% of Phase 1 trial participants, offering…
HighAirlift confusion as hantavirus-stricken cruise ship heads to Canary Islands
The MV Hondius cruise ship is quarantined off Cape Verde after a hantavirus outbreak killed 3 passengers. Spain has agreed to receive the vessel in the Canary…
HighRebagliati Hospital Expands Pancreatic Cancer Treatment with Advanced Surgical Techniques
Peru's Hospital Rebagliati has expanded pancreatic cancer treatment options through advanced surgical techniques and innovative therapies, including irreversib…
HighChronic illness amplifies dengue severity risk, early care crucial
People with diabetes, hypertension, and other chronic conditions face significantly higher risk of severe dengue, with Malaysia reporting a 66% surge in cases.…
HighGLP-1 Obesity Drugs May Boost Male Fertility and Testosterone, UK Study Finds
A UK study finds GLP-1 medications like Ozempic may improve male fertility by normalizing testosterone levels in 77% of men treated for obesity, revealing an u…
MediumDelhi hospitals face critical anti-rabies vaccine shortage amid rising dog bite cases
Delhi's municipal hospitals are experiencing severe shortages of anti-rabies vaccine with only 5,000 doses remaining, while dog bite cases rise across the regi…
HighGlobal Review Confirms mRNA Vaccines Safe, Effective After Billions of Doses
A comprehensive global review of billions of mRNA vaccine doses confirms their safety and effectiveness against COVID-19, while identifying rare risks and expl…
HighHantavirus-stricken cruise ship arrives in Rotterdam for disinfection
The MV Hondius cruise ship arrived in Rotterdam for disinfection after a hantavirus outbreak killed three passengers. WHO characterizes the outbreak as low-ris…
HighNatural foods show promise for blood pressure management, though medical guidance remains essential
Article claims beet juice and plant-based foods can lower blood pressure as effectively as medications without side effects, while alleging pharmaceutical indu…
LowGLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs Face Unexpected Social Stigma, Study Finds
Rice University research reveals GLP-1 users face greater social stigma than those who lose weight naturally or maintain their weight, challenging assumptions…
HighICMR Meta-Analysis Places Breast Cancer Among India's Top Three Cancers in Women
An ICMR review of 30 studies links breast cancer risk in Indian women to late menopause, late first pregnancy, hormonal exposure, central obesity, and family h…
MediumWHO Declares Public Health Emergency as Ebola Spreads Across DRC and Uganda
WHO declared a public health emergency after a fast-spreading Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC with cases in Uganda. The Bundibugyo strain lacks approved vaccines…
HighGSK, Vir Seek FDA Emergency Authorization for COVID-19 Antibody VIR-7831
GlaxoSmithKline and Vir Biotechnology submitted an EUA request to the FDA for VIR-7831, a monoclonal antibody showing 85% efficacy in reducing hospitalization…
HighEMA Recommends AstraZeneca's Antibody Drug for Immunocompromised COVID Prevention
European Medicines Agency authorizes AstraZeneca's Evusheld antibody drug for COVID-19 prevention in immunocompromised adults and adolescents over 12, offering…
HighInsulin-dependent diabetes tied to 2.4x higher dementia risk in major study
A large South Korean study of 1.3 million adults found insulin-dependent diabetes patients face 2.1-2.4 times higher dementia risk compared to non-diabetics, s…
HighFDA-Approved Pancreatic Cancer Breakthrough Faces Access Barriers
The FDA has approved a landmark pancreatic cancer drug showing improved survival rates, but patients face significant barriers to accessing the treatment despi…
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