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Bangladesh measles outbreak kills 1,000 despite massive vaccination campaign
Bangladesh faces its worst measles outbreak with 1,000 deaths despite vaccinating 20 million children in five months, revealing persistent vaccination gaps fue…
HighHarvard study of 917K people maps genetic control of latent viruses, links EBV to cancer risk
A Harvard-led study of 917,000 people identifies 82 DNA regions controlling latent viruses, establishing direct causal links between Epstein-Barr virus load an…
HighBlood test for tau protein shows promise as Alzheimer's screening tool
A blood-based biomarker test (p-tau217) shows promise as a primary screening tool for Alzheimer's disease, with a two-cutoff approach reducing ambiguous result…
HighDRC Ebola outbreak on pace to become deadliest ever, WHO warns
The 2026 Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo has killed over 2,000 people and is on track to surpass the 2014-2016 epidemic's 11,000 deaths, accordi…
HighNorovirus Surge Defies Season as 'Winter Vomiting Disease' Spreads Across U.S.
A highly contagious norovirus, commonly called 'winter vomiting disease,' is surging across most of the United States despite the approaching summer season, wi…
HighSeattle food festival shooting kills two, injures five near Space Needle
A shooting at Seattle's Bite of Seattle festival near the Space Needle killed two people and injured five others on Sunday evening, prompting evacuation and on…
HighFact Check: Viral video falsely claims to show Kolkata doctor's final moments
A viral video falsely claiming to show the final moments of a Kolkata doctor who was raped and murdered has been debunked. Investigation reveals the video feat…
HighDRC declares end to 11th Ebola outbreak after six months of intense response
The Democratic Republic of Congo officially ended its 11th Ebola outbreak after six months, with 130 confirmed cases and 55 deaths in remote Equateur Province.…
HighWHO confirms six hantavirus cases on cruise ship; US evacuating 17 citizens to Nebraska
WHO confirms six cases of Andes virus hantavirus aboard a cruise ship with 147 passengers and crew, resulting in three deaths. U.S. plans to evacuate 17 Americ…
HighPsychiatric Medications Linked to Elevated ALS Risk in Swedish Study
Swedish research finds people taking anxiolytics, sedatives, or antidepressants show elevated ALS risk, though absolute risk remains very small given the disea…
HighSix Medical Reasons Behind Persistent Fatigue, Says Health Expert
A health expert outlines six medical conditions that can cause chronic fatigue beyond simple sleep deprivation, including anaemia, sleep apnoea, depression, th…
MediumNew genetic test identifies mismatch repair deficiency in single analysis
Researchers developed MultiMMR, a single integrated genetic test that identifies mismatch repair deficiency and its causes in cancer patients, replacing comple…
HighSevere COVID-19 Linked to Reactivation of Dormant Viruses, Study Finds
Research links severe COVID-19 to reactivation of dormant viruses in previously healthy individuals, potentially triggering autoimmune disease and contributing…
HighShigella Surge? What to Know About Drug-Resistant 'Sexually Transmitted Diarrhea'
While recent headlines suggest a Shigella outbreak, CDC data shows case numbers are stable. However, drug-resistant strains are a growing public health concern…
HighOne-Third of Cancers Preventable, Yet India Lags in Screening and Vaccination
WHO research shows 38% of global cancer cases stem from preventable factors like tobacco, alcohol, and infections. India mirrors this pattern, with experts urg…
HighModerna nombra a Pablo Álvarez como director general en España tras nueve meses sin titular
Moderna incorpora a Pablo Álvarez como director general en España, nueve meses después de la salida de Juan Carlos Gil, con foco en la colaboración con el sist…
MediumNight shift workers face hidden health crisis as science explores biphasic sleep solutions
Over 3 million UK night shift workers face serious health risks from circadian disruption, including dementia, heart disease, and cancer. Emerging research sug…
HighSambhal grapples with surge in animal bites as heat intensifies stray dog aggression
Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal district reports a sharp rise in dog and monkey bite cases linked to extreme heat, with 165 patients treated in May's first 20 days. Au…
HighStudy strengthens evidence linking alcohol consumption to pancreatic cancer risk
New research from University of Victoria strengthens evidence that alcohol consumption causes pancreatic cancer, with daily intake over 24 grams associated wit…
HighThree health conversations that could save your partner's life
Australian men delay medical care more than women; partners can encourage health discussions about mental wellbeing, heart health checks, and family medical hi…
MediumPablo Álvarez (Moderna): 2027 será clave en Europa y España, con nuevas inversiones en camino
El nuevo director general de Moderna en España anticipa que 2027 será clave para la compañía en Europa, con nuevas vacunas e inversiones en la filial española.
MediumKorean trial shows extended aspirin use cuts heart attack risk after stenting
Korea's A-CLOSE trial shows continuing aspirin with clopidogrel after coronary stenting provides better protection against ischemic events in high-risk patient…
HighEarly diabetes management cuts complications, costs in India's growing health crisis
Early management of type 2 diabetes in India significantly reduces long-term complications like heart disease and kidney failure while lowering healthcare cost…
MediumDelphi Diagnostics' Breast Cancer Test Validated in European Journal Study
Delphi Diagnostics published clinical validation of its EAIRR biomarker test in the European Journal of Cancer, demonstrating it provides independent prognosti…
HighNIH Funds $3.9M Push for Non-Opioid Pain Drug Based on Neurotensin Receptor
NIH awards $3.9M grant to develop SBI-810, a non-opioid pain therapeutic using a novel receptor-targeting approach, with potential for Phase 1 clinical trials…
HighCarrageenan shows promise against hantavirus in Argentine lab study
Argentine researchers confirm that carrageenan, a natural compound previously effective against COVID-19, reduces hantavirus viral load in laboratory tests wit…
MediumDR Congo's Ebola outbreak becomes deadliest in history amid community spread challenges
DR Congo is experiencing its deadliest Ebola outbreak on record, with thousands killed despite WHO efforts to contain the virus within three months. Community…
HighBrazil approves Mounjaro for sleep apnea treatment in obese adults
Brazil's health regulator approved Mounjaro (tirzepatida) for treating sleep apnea in obese adults, expanding its use beyond diabetes and obesity management. T…
HighSouth Carolina confirms West Nile virus cases in Myrtle Beach amid regional outbreak
South Carolina health officials confirm 2 West Nile virus cases in Myrtle Beach as the state declares an outbreak, with mosquito samples testing positive in mu…
HighSalud declara 'área en alerta' El Tarajal por la circulación del virus del Nilo en mosquitos
Salud declara en alerta el barrio malagueño de El Tarajal tras detectar el virus del Nilo occidental en mosquitos Culex cerca del núcleo urbano. La medida se m…
MediumRobotic knee replacement matches surgeon-only outcomes in major trial
A large UK clinical trial found robotic-assisted knee replacement offers no patient outcome advantages over conventional surgery in the first year, despite gre…
HighNepal's Central Zoo Reopens After Bird Flu All-Clear
Nepal's Central Zoo will reopen Friday after a bird flu outbreak killed dozens of captive birds in June. Environmental samples tested negative for avian influe…
HighVitamina B9 reduz risco de câncer intestinal e fortalece saúde do intestino
Adequate folate (vitamin B9) consumption may reduce colorectal cancer risk by up to 7% and is essential for intestinal cell regeneration and immune function, a…
MediumPublic apathy persists as West Nile cases surge 40% above normal across U.S.
West Nile virus cases surge 40% above normal across 42 U.S. states, yet only 15% of Americans worry about infection. Survey reveals widespread knowledge gaps a…
HighBangladesh measles outbreak kills 528 children as healthcare system buckles
Bangladesh faces its largest measles outbreak in decades with 528 deaths and 60,000+ cases, mostly children under 5, exacerbated by vaccine program disruptions…
HighEngland's HIV Action Plan Shows Patient-Centred Care Can End Epidemics
England launched a new HIV Action Plan on World Aids Day aiming to become the first country to end new HIV cases, combining patient-centered care with targeted…
HighFocused Ultrasound Eases Parkinson's Motor Symptoms as Bilateral Treatment Wins FDA Approval
A multicenter trial found bilateral focused ultrasound can improve Parkinson's motor symptoms in some patients, though the second-side procedure carries added…
HighCardiologist warns stress-induced heart attacks can strike without exercise
A Malaysian cardiologist shares a case of a 60-year-old patient whose stress-triggered heart attack was caused by a microscopic blood clot, highlighting how em…
MediumReino Unido aprueba vacuna de Moderna para adolescentes de 12 a 17 años
La agencia reguladora británica MHRA aprobó el uso de la vacuna Moderna contra el COVID-19 en menores de 12 a 17 años. Los adolescentes de 16 y 17 años podrán…
HighKevin Keegan, English Football Legend, Dies at 75
Kevin Keegan, former England captain and manager and one of football's greatest players, has died at 75 following a stage four cancer diagnosis revealed in Jun…
HighCongo confirms new Ebola outbreak with 65 deaths in remote Ituri province
Congo's Ituri province confirmed a new Ebola outbreak with 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths, with Uganda reporting one imported case. Scientists are identifyi…
HighMassachusetts murder trial exposes gaps in postpartum psychosis diagnosis and treatment
A Massachusetts murder trial reveals how postpartum psychosis—a severe psychiatric emergency—went undetected before a woman killed her three children, exposing…
HighPurdue scientists use laser imaging to personalize chemotherapy drug selection for cancer patients
Purdue University researchers are developing a biodynamic imaging system using lasers and AI to predict how individual cancer tumors respond to specific chemot…
HighMachine learning models show promise for early high-risk pregnancy detection
Researchers developed machine learning models to predict high-risk pregnancies using data from Iranian hospital patients, achieving 88% accuracy with optimized…
HighPCR Tests Are Not a Scam, Experts Confirm Gold Standard Diagnostic
Fact-checkers debunk viral claims that PCR tests are fraudulent, confirming they remain the gold standard for COVID-19 diagnosis with near-100% analytical accu…
HighHarvard researchers identify second person whose immune system appears to have naturally cured HIV
Harvard researchers report a second case of an HIV-positive woman whose immune system appears to have eliminated the virus without medication, offering new hop…
HighPatent Expiry Unleashes 50+ Generic Semaglutide Brands in India's Weight-Loss Market
Novo Nordisk's semaglutide patent expires this week, enabling 40+ companies to launch 50+ affordable generic versions. The move is expected to expand India's G…
HighAnvisa aprova 12 canetas para diabetes e obesidade em 2026; veja quais são e seus preços
A Anvisa ampliou em 2026 o mercado de injetáveis para diabetes tipo 2 e obesidade, com 10 registros de semaglutida e 2 de liraglutida após a queda da patente d…
HighPolice Team Allegedly Forces Doctor to Treat Senior Officer's Mother at Midnight, Sparking Protest
Police allegedly forced an on-duty Etawah district hospital doctor to treat a senior officer's mother at midnight, prompting two constables' suspension, an inq…
MediumKRAS G12C emerges as rare precision-medicine target in bladder cancer
Researchers found KRAS G12C mutations in only 0.2% of genitourinary cancers, with highest prevalence in bladder cancer, suggesting potential for targeted thera…
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