Health & Medicine
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Gengive sanguinanti e tasche parodontali profonde: il legame con Alzheimer e demenza vascolare
Uno studio giapponese decennale su oltre 1.300 over 60 collega gengive sanguinanti e parodontite a un rischio maggiore di Alzheimer e demenza vascolare.
MediumJustiça suspende licitação de hospital público de R$ 2 bilhões em Belo Horizonte
O TJMG suspendeu a licitação de R$ 2 bilhões para um novo complexo hospitalar na Gameleira, após contestação da segunda colocada sobre a comprovação de experiê…
HighHibernation genes offer new hope for reversing Type 2 diabetes
Two Science journal studies reveal humans share genetic circuitry with hibernating animals that could be harnessed to treat Type 2 diabetes and metabolic disor…
HighHawking advirtió: la IA avanzada podría significar el fin de la raza humana
Stephen Hawking advirtió que una inteligencia artificial completamente desarrollada podría significar el fin de la raza humana, expresando preocupación sobre s…
HighEma approva daraxonrasib per il tumore pancreatico metastatico
L'Agenzia europea del farmaco ha raccomandato l'approvazione di daraxonrasib (Rasonque) per il tumore pancreatico metastatico. Il farmaco raddoppia la sopravvi…
HighNSW eases Christmas restrictions as northern beaches cluster reaches 97 cases
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian announces modest COVID-19 restriction modifications for Christmas, allowing up to 10 adults plus children under 12 in Greater Sy…
HighDebris Found in Search for Medical Plane Missing Off Nantucket with 6 Aboard
A medical transport jet flying from Bermuda to Boston with six people aboard went missing off Nantucket; searchers have located debris in the area.
HighNiebla mental en la menopausia: un síntoma frecuente pero poco estudiado, según un especialista
Un especialista describe la niebla mental, con confusión, lentitud cognitiva y falta de memoria, como síntoma frecuente en la menopausia que aún es poco conoci…
LowLa engañosa moda de alimentos 'GLP-1 friendly': del Ozempic al supermercado
La popularidad del Ozempic ha generado una nueva categoría de alimentos etiquetados como 'GLP-1 friendly' que, lejos de eliminar ultraprocesados, los reinventa…
HighYolanda Andrade comparte videos desde el hospital que alarman a sus seguidores
La conductora Yolanda Andrade publicó videos desde hospitales mostrando procedimientos médicos, generando preocupación entre seguidores sobre su estado de salu…
HighSan Diego confirms first locally acquired Chagas infection
San Diego County has confirmed its first locally acquired case of Chagas disease, detected through routine blood testing. Health officials advise residents to…
HighThe Pitt dominates Emmy nominations as Stranger Things and Euphoria miss drama shortlist
The Pitt leads the 78th Emmy Awards race with 25 nominations, followed by Hacks with 24, while hit shows Stranger Things and Euphoria face major snubs in top c…
HighAlejandro Ordóñez, exprocurador y embajador ante la OEA, asumirá como nuevo ministro del Interior
El presidente Abelardo De La Espriella designó a Alejandro Ordóñez como nuevo ministro del Interior, en reemplazo de Rodrigo Lara, quien salió del cargo de for…
HighB-cell therapies show early promise in MS control, but disability outcomes remain unclear
A two-year study of 509 newly diagnosed MS patients found B-cell-depleting therapies were associated with lower relapse rates and reduced brain lesions compare…
HighTwo aortic deaths, two diseases: Why one was preventable and one wasn't
Senator Lindsey Graham died of aortic dissection at 71, similar to journalist Grant Wahl's death at 49, but revealing two distinct forms: age-driven and inheri…
HighMen's Midlife Health Crisis: Prevention Strategies for Healthy Aging
Men face significant health challenges during midlife years. Experts offer guidance on preventive measures and lifestyle choices to support healthy aging.
MediumGLP-1 Drugs Show Benefits But Carry Serious Health Risks, Doctors Warn
Medical experts debate the safety profile of GLP-1 drugs, acknowledging weight-loss benefits while highlighting serious potential risks that patients should un…
MediumAbnehmspritze und Muskelverlust: Wie groß das Problem bei GLP-1-Medikamenten wirklich ist
Ein Spiegel-Ratgeber erklärt, dass Menschen, die mit GLP-1-Präparaten wie Ozempic oder Wegovy abnehmen, auch Muskelmasse verlieren. Neue Forschung soll das Aus…
LowDormir bem está associado a menor risco de síndrome cardiovascular-renal-metabólica avançada
Estudo com mais de 10 mil adultos dos EUA associa sono de boa qualidade a menor risco de estágios avançados da SCRM, sem estabelecer causalidade.
MediumMenopausa precoce pode acelerar envelhecimento cerebral, aponta estudo
Estudo de 18 anos com 2.603 mulheres encontra associação entre menopausa mais precoce e alterações cerebrais persistentes, incluindo declínio cognitivo e possí…
HighUS kindergarten vaccination rates fall as exemptions reach record levels
US kindergarten vaccination rates are declining as parents increasingly opt out using exemptions, with some states like Arizona and Minnesota showing particula…
HighEx-Gov. Snyder charged in Flint water crisis two years after leaving office
Former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder faces two misdemeanor charges of willful neglect of duty for his role in the Flint water contamination crisis that exposed res…
HighMenino de 10 anos é baleado na cabeça dentro de escola municipal em Vitória
Criança de 10 anos foi atingida por tiro na cabeça dentro de escola municipal em Vitória; família denuncia demora no socorro e falta de segurança, e a Prefeitu…
MediumHospital Unimed Nova Friburgo recebe Acreditação ONA Nível 1, selo de qualidade e segurança assistencial
O Hospital Unimed Nova Friburgo obteve a Acreditação ONA Nível 1, selo de qualidade e segurança assistencial concedido após avaliação independente da A4Quality…
LowCovid, dal 1° ottobre stop alle mascherine su treni, mezzi pubblici e in ospedale
Dal 1° ottobre cadono l'obbligo di mascherina su mezzi pubblici, ospedali, ambulatori e Rsa; il Green pass negli ospedali resta fino al 31 dicembre.
MediumDiez animales que transmiten enfermedades mortales a los humanos
La OMS considera probable que el SARS-CoV-2 surgió de animales. El 60% de enfermedades infecciosas humanas son zoonóticas, transmitidas desde especies animales…
HighTeste de sangue que detecta 50 tipos de câncer chega ao Brasil por R$ 6.990
Hospital Einstein oferece o Galleri, primeiro teste comercial no Brasil que detecta sinais de mais de 50 tipos de câncer em amostra de sangue. O exame custa R$…
HighUN envoy warns global institutions overwhelmed by development crises
UN special envoy Mahmoud Mohieldin argues that existing international financial institutions lack capacity to address development crises, calling for localized…
HighMuere por dengue hermana del pelotero Héctor Mendoza por falta de suero en hospital
María Luisa Mendoza, hermana del pitcher Héctor Mendoza, murió de dengue hemorrágico en Isla de la Juventud por falta de suero intravenoso, evidenciando el col…
HighWHO declares international emergency over Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda
The WHO declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern for the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda, citing potential for regional spread a…
HighMedical Experts Shift Away From BRAT Diet for Treating Diarrhea and Nausea
Medical professionals now advise against the BRAT diet for treating diarrhea and nausea, citing insufficient nutritional support for recovery compared to more…
HighNovo Nordisk admite fracasso do CagriSema contra Zepbound da Eli Lilly
Novo Nordisk anunciou que seu tratamento experimental CagriSema não superou o Zepbound da Eli Lilly em perda de peso, alcançando 23% contra 25,5% em estudo com…
High¿Por qué vacunarse contra la gripe y la COVID-19 aunque te encuentres bien?
Una guía de La Vanguardia explica que estar sano no elimina el riesgo de complicaciones graves de la gripe y la COVID-19, y detalla quién debe vacunarse en la…
HighCanadian boy, 11, dies of rabies after bat contact during cottage visit
An 11-year-old Ontario boy died from rabies after a bat landed on his face during a cottage visit. Parents delayed seeking medical care due to lack of visible…
HighEstudo da Eli Lilly mostra que Mounjaro é mais eficaz que Ozempic para perda de peso
Eli Lilly divulgou estudo SURMOUNT-5 demonstrando que tirzepatida (Mounjaro) promove perda de peso 6,5 pontos percentuais maior que semaglutida (Ozempic) em pa…
HighMeghan in talks for Netflix's The Gentlemen as she considers return to acting
Meghan is in early talks to return to acting with a role in Netflix's The Gentlemen, marking her first significant acting role since marrying Prince Harry. The…
HighMan dies after entering tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
A man was fatally mauled by a tiger after entering an enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Yorkshire on Saturday afternoon. Emergency services attended but…
High‘Kelly Clarkson Show’ and ‘General Hospital’ Lead 2026 Daytime Emmy Winners
Kelly Clarkson Show, General Hospital, and Beyond the Gates led 2026 Daytime Emmy winners, with General Hospital taking outstanding drama series for a record 1…
LowSeiko Marks 145th Anniversary With Limited-Edition Edo Purple Chronograph Collection
Seiko celebrates its 145th anniversary with six limited-edition watches featuring striking purple dials, including a $750 Speedtimer Chronograph model.
HighHub di via Cesarea offre screening gratuiti per il diabete in occasione della giornata mondiale
All'hub vaccinale di via Cesarea a Genova saranno offerti screening gratuiti per il diabete il 16 e 17 novembre, in occasione della Giornata mondiale del diabe…
MediumFourth Contagious Cancer Found in Catfish; Scientists Reveal Three Others
Scientists identified a contagious melanoma in catfish, the fourth known transmissible cancer in nature. Only three other cancers—in dogs, Tasmanian devils, an…
HighCatólicos invocam São Peregrino Laziosi pela recuperação do Papa Leão XIV
Enquanto Papa Leão XIV se recupera de cirurgia por câncer de pulmão no Hospital Gemelli em Roma, católicos ao redor do mundo invocam São Peregrino Laziosi, san…
MediumYoung Adults Face Early Bone and Spine Problems Due to Modern Lifestyles
Orthopaedic experts warn that musculoskeletal disorders are increasingly affecting people under 30 due to sedentary lifestyles, poor posture, and nutritional d…
HighFesta no Inca celebra a vida e a autoestima de mulheres em tratamento contra o câncer de mama
No Hospital do Câncer III, no Rio, pacientes do Inca participaram de festa de moda, música e autoestima no Outubro Rosa, com foco em diagnóstico precoce.
MediumLe Kenya enregistre son premier cas mortel d'Ebola
Le Kenya enregistre son premier cas confirmé d'Ebola : un homme d'affaires de 40 ans en provenance de RDC est décédé à Nairobi. Les autorités kenyanes sont en…
HighBrazil confirms first monkeypox case in São Paulo; second case under investigation
Brazil confirmed its first monkeypox case in São Paulo involving a 41-year-old man returning from Spain. Authorities are investigating a second suspected case…
HighVal Marchiori inicia quimioterapia e faz apelo por diagnóstico precoce do câncer de mama
A apresentadora Val Marchiori iniciou tratamento de quimioterapia para câncer de mama e faz apelo público sobre diagnóstico precoce e melhorias na saúde públic…
HighDaily sugary drinks linked to more than double stomach cancer risk
A large observational study of over 112,000 U.S. adults found daily sugar-sweetened beverage consumption associated with 2.45-fold higher stomach cancer risk,…
HighCycling shown to boost brain health, mood, and social connections across 87 studies
A peer-reviewed review of 87 studies across 19 countries finds cycling significantly improves cognitive function, mood, and social connections, particularly in…
HighVan colide com moto e carro em Santarém; motorista é suspeito de embriaguez
Acidente envolvendo van, carro e motocicleta deixa quatro feridos em Santarém. Motorista da van é suspeito de embriaguez.
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