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Volta Region gets 10-bed cancer centre as chief pledges GHS9,000 support
A 10-bed cancer treatment centre broke ground at St. Anthony Hospital in Ghana's Volta Region, supported by traditional leaders, health professionals and corpo…
HighStudy reveals late diagnoses, treatment gaps in East African breast cancer care
Research reveals late-stage breast cancer diagnoses and limited treatment access in Uganda and Ethiopia, with over 20% of patients carrying high-risk genetic m…
HighFDA aprova injeção Wegovy contra obesidade; entenda como funciona
A FDA aprovou a Wegovy, injeção da Novo Nordisk contendo semaglutida, para tratamento crônico da obesidade em adultos. O medicamento, que atua suprimindo apeti…
HighProstate cancer screening saves lives but with modest absolute benefit, study finds
New research confirms PSA screening reduces prostate cancer deaths but emphasizes the absolute benefit remains small, with concerns about overtreatment offsett…
HighVacina de DNA personalizada, feita a partir do tumor do paciente, mostra resposta imune em estudo inicial contra câncer
Pesquisadores dos EUA testaram vacinas de DNA personalizadas, feitas a partir do tumor de cada paciente, em camundongos com câncer de mama e em um homem com câ…
MediumLaser Therapy Emerges as Promising Treatment for Deadly Brain Tumors
New laser therapy treatments demonstrate potential to extend survival for glioblastoma patients, with research identifying critical procedural factors that pre…
HighMilitia Violence Scatters 19,000 From Ebola Camp as DRC Outbreak Worsens
A 19,000-person displacement camp in DRC's Ituri province was emptied after military operations searching for weapons, scattering residents during an active Eb…
HighAcupuncture's Growing Role in Modern Pain Management Gains Scientific Support
Recent research examines acupuncture's efficacy in pain management and disease treatment, exploring mechanisms through neuro-immune circuit modulation and esta…
Medium5 subtle heart attack signs women often miss, from fatigue to jaw pain
Women experience heart attacks differently than men, with subtle signs like unusual fatigue, shortness of breath, and jaw pain often misdiagnosed as stress or…
MediumSingle-cell sequencing maps why CAR-T therapies succeed or fail in cancer patients
Single-cell RNA sequencing analysis of 44 studies reveals cellular traits determining CAR-T therapy success, identifying exhaustion markers and memory dynamics…
HighBone Metastasis: Understanding Cancer Spread and Modern Treatment Options
Bone metastasis occurs when cancer cells spread to bones, causing pain, fractures, and anemia. While typically incurable, modern therapies can control the cond…
MediumModern diabetes care shifts focus from blood sugar to whole-body organ protection
Diabetes management has evolved beyond blood sugar control to comprehensive organ protection using newer drug classes, lifestyle interventions, and emerging te…
HighSão Paulo investiga segundo caso suspeito de Ebola; paciente em isolamento
São Paulo health authorities are investigating a second suspected Ebola case this year in a 31-year-old Brazilian woman who recently returned from the Democrat…
HighGLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs Linked to Lower Cancer Progression Risk in New Study
New research suggests GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may reduce cancer progression risk across multiple tumor types, adding to their therapeutic benefits beyond weig…
MediumFortis doctor claims three beverages can reverse fatty liver disease
A Fortis gastroenterologist debunks the myth that fatty liver disease is irreversible, recommending black coffee, green tea, and beetroot juice as natural reme…
MediumLa pandemia dispara los divorcios y los hijos son los más afectados, alerta el Minsa
Especialistas del Hospital Victor Larco Herrera del Minsa advierten que el aislamiento por la COVID-19 puede agravar conflictos de pareja y provocar separacion…
MediumAmbulance staff accused of breaching Southport victims' medical privacy
North West Ambulance Service is investigating potential inappropriate access to medical records of Southport attack victims, following similar breaches at Aint…
HighCongo's Ebola outbreak surpasses 1,000 cases as contact tracing falters
Eastern Congo's Ebola outbreak has reached 1,003 confirmed cases with 254 deaths. Contact tracing efforts lag at 55% coverage as ongoing rebel violence in Itur…
HighVera Therapeutics Reports Widened 2025 Loss as Atacicept Nears July 2026 FDA Decision
Vera Therapeutics reported positive Phase 3 ORIGIN 3 data for atacicept in IgA nephropathy, an FDA priority review with a July 7, 2026 PDUFA date, and a 2025 n…
MediumOncologist Hannatu Ayuba Honored for Cancer Care in Underserved Nigerian Communities
Dr. Hannatu Ayuba, a radiation oncologist in Nigeria, received the Yvonne Awards Community Oncology Award for expanding cancer awareness and telemedicine acces…
HighTwo clinical trials show oral drugs and bacteria supplements prevent weight regain after stopping Ozempic
Two clinical trials published in Nature Medicine demonstrate that an oral GLP-1 agonist and a pasteurized bacteria supplement can maintain weight loss after st…
HighAnvisa aprova anticorpos monoclonais da Eli Lilly para tratamento emergencial da Covid-19
Brazil's health regulator Anvisa approved emergency use of Eli Lilly's monoclonal antibody treatment combining banlanivimab and etesevimab for COVID-19, markin…
HighGene Editing Could Replace Lifelong Medication, but Long-Term Safety Remains an Open Question
Researchers propose one-time gene therapies could replace lifelong medication for heart disease and high cholesterol, but warn that permanent genetic changes c…
MediumDRC Ebola outbreak declared 'fastest growing ever' as deaths reach 600
The Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo has become the fastest-growing on record with 1,759 confirmed cases and 600 deaths since May, outpacing even…
HighNuclear medicine gains ground as alternative cancer therapy when conventional treatments fail
India's nuclear medicine specialists gathered in Calcutta to discuss precision cancer treatments using radiopharmaceuticals, particularly for cases where conve…
HighAntidepressant heart effects vary by patient profile, major trial analysis finds
A major meta-analysis of randomized trials found antidepressants differ in their effects on heart rhythm, with amitriptyline and escitalopram showing small inc…
HighProstate Cancer Awareness: Early Detection and Risk Factors Explained
Memorial Medical Center highlights prostate cancer awareness, emphasizing early detection through PSA screening and discussing risk factors, symptoms, and prev…
HighGestational diabetes history accelerates type 2 diabetes onset by 13 years
Research shows women with gestational diabetes history develop type 2 diabetes nearly 13 years earlier and are twice as likely to require insulin treatment, in…
HighEbola Cases in Congo Top 1,000 as Contact Tracing Lags and Displaced Camps Face Risk
Confirmed Ebola cases in Ituri province, Congo, reached 1,003 with 254 deaths, as contact tracing lags and officials warn the peak is still ahead.
HighRash led to breast cancer diagnosis for 'fit and well' Irish mum at 41
A 41-year-old Irish woman discovered breast cancer after noticing a rash on her collarbone and breast, delayed seeking care for months, and now advocates for b…
HighBrazil isolates two suspected Ebola cases as DRC outbreak spreads
Brazil placed two men with possible Ebola symptoms in isolation after traveling from DRC and Uganda, though initial tests ruled out the virus in one case. Auth…
HighAyurveda's 3 fruit-eating rules for better digestion
Nutrition expert Dimple Jangda shares three Ayurvedic principles for eating fruits: avoid mixing with other foods, chew rather than juice, and separate fruit t…
MediumSix cruise ship passengers discharged from hospital after negative hantavirus tests
Six cruise ship passengers linked to a hantavirus outbreak have left Arrowe Park Hospital after testing negative, continuing their 45-day isolation at home wit…
HighPublic Health Experts Push for Ultra-Processed Food Regulation as Polls Show Bipartisan Support
Leading nutrition researchers published a special journal issue calling for government regulation of ultra-processed foods, citing broad bipartisan public supp…
HighBrasil enfrenta aumento alarmante de muertes por COVID-19 en jóvenes menores de 40 años
Brasil enfrenta un aumento preocupante de muertes por COVID-19 entre menores de 40 años, triplicándose desde enero. Expertos atribuyen la tendencia a la varian…
HighRSV surge in summer baffles pediatricians as cold-season virus emerges off-schedule
RSV, typically a winter virus, is appearing in unusual numbers during summer 2021, baffling pediatricians and hospitalizing infants with respiratory distress a…
HighGut bacteria linked to stress and quality of life in newly diagnosed breast cancer patients
A study of 82 newly diagnosed breast cancer patients reveals specific gut bacteria correlate with stress levels and quality of life, suggesting microbiota comp…
HighMayim Bialik details severe GLP-1 reaction: one injection caused weeks of debilitating symptoms
Mayim Bialik describes severe gastrointestinal side effects from a single GLP-1 injection, requiring IV fluids and weeks of recovery, raising questions about m…
HighNordic Study Reveals Stark Disparities in Lung Cancer Treatment Delays
A Finnish investigation reveals significant disparities in lung cancer treatment timelines across Nordic countries, with Denmark treating patients in 67 days v…
MediumRwandan singer dies as released from prison; critics demand probe
Rwandan singer Aimable Karasira died at a hospital while being released from prison; authorities cite medication overdose, but critics suspect foul play given…
HighTime-restricted eating shows modest cognitive gains in small trial of older women
A pilot study of 47 older women found that limiting daily eating to 8-9 hours, combined with calorie reduction, produced modest cognitive improvements in spati…
MediumGenetic defect in lung immune cells linked to PAP disease, obesity treatments
Finnish researchers identified a genetic defect in alveolar macrophages that causes lipid accumulation in lungs, leading to pulmonary alveolar proteinosis. The…
HighBrazilian semaglutida pen launches at R$452, undercutting imported versions by 30%
EMS launches Brazil's first domestic semaglutida pen at R$452, undercutting imported versions by 30% following patent expiration. The move aims to expand acces…
HighHantavirus Outbreak Prompts Expert Clarification Amid Post-COVID Anxiety
A hantavirus outbreak, including cases on a cruise ship, prompts expert clarification that it differs significantly from COVID-19, though public anxiety persis…
HighGeorgia Tech develops algorithm to identify brain cells, accelerating neurodegenerative disease research
Georgia Tech researchers created a computational method using machine learning to identify brain cells more accurately and rapidly, potentially accelerating un…
HighHPV Vaccination Linked to Near-Complete Protection Against Cervical Cancer Deaths in England
A Lancet study finds HPV vaccination in England reduced cervical cancer deaths by 80% among vaccinated women under 30, with zero deaths recorded 2020-2024, dem…
High112 Nobel laureates demand Iran release gravely ill activist Narges Mohammadi
Over 110 Nobel laureates call for immediate release of Iranian human rights activist Narges Mohammadi, who is hospitalized with life-threatening conditions aft…
HighYa está disponible la primera vacuna contra la gripe de ARNm, pero solo para mayores de 50 años
Moderna lanzó mFlusiva, la primera vacuna contra la gripe con tecnología ARNm en EE.UU., aprobada para mayores de 50 años. Muestra 27% más eficacia que vacunas…
HighMpox spreads to new countries with children at highest risk of severe disease
A fresh mpox outbreak in Guinea Bissau marks the virus's emergence in new countries, with nearly 190,000 confirmed cases globally since 2022. Children under 15…
HighDaily sugary drinks linked to higher liver cancer risk in women, study shows
A 20-year study of nearly 100,000 American women found that daily consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages significantly increased risk of liver cancer and chr…
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