Ebola death toll surpasses 600 as Congo outbreak accelerates amid health worker strikes
Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed 600 people and is spreading to new regions, with health worker strikes and USAID closure hampering containment efforts.
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Australia confirms first H5N1 case in local seabird; dead seal under testing
Australia confirmed its first H5N1 bird flu case in a mainland seabird and is testing a dead seal, raising concerns the virus is spreading beyond migratory birds after arriving last month.
Frog bacterium eliminates colorectal tumors in mice with single dose
A bacterium from amphibian intestines completely eliminated colorectal tumors in mice with a single dose by attacking cancer cells and activating immune response, outperforming standard therapies.
Young Australians Increasingly Proactive About Mental Health Support
A new AIHW report shows 39% of young Australians aged 16-24 experienced mental disorders in the past year, but more are actively seeking support than ever before, with strong community connections serving as protective factors.
DRC 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 the 2013-16 West African epidemic in its early trajectory.
Brain's frustration response linked to severe irritability in youth
Researchers identify maladaptive responses to frustration as a core mechanism underlying clinically significant irritability, particularly in children. Cross-species studies reveal conserved neural circuits and behavioral patterns that could guide new treatment approaches.
Estudio identifica 30 suicidios en el primer año posparto en España
Un estudio pionero del Grupo Español de Seguridad Obstétrica identifica 30 muertes por suicidio en mujeres durante el primer año posparto o tras pérdida gestacional entre 2016 y 2023, revelando una causa de muerte invisible en los registros oficiales.
Cannabis: efectos graves e irreversibles en la salud desde edades tempranas
Especialistas del Hospital Clínic Barcelona advierten que el consumo de cannabis, especialmente en adolescentes, causa efectos negativos graves e irreversibles en memoria, cognición y salud mental.
Global cancer cases projected to nearly double by 2050, WHO warns of widening treatment disparities
WHO's 2026 Global Status Report warns cancer cases could nearly double to 35 million annually by 2050, with stark inequities in treatment access between high and low-income countries threatening millions.
Neural progenitor cell transplants survive one year in retinitis pigmentosa patients
Clinical trial data shows transplanted neural progenitor cells survived one year in retinitis pigmentosa patients with favorable safety, marking a milestone for stem cell-based retinal therapies.
Health experts urge vigilance as COVID-19 cases spike, but stress no cause for alarm
Philippine pediatric health experts call for vigilance as COVID-19 cases spike 265% in Quezon City over three weeks, but emphasize recent infections remain mild with no severe illness reported.
Multifloral honey shows promise in protecting skin cells from UV damage
Italian researchers found that multifloral honey pretreatment protects human skin cells from UV-induced stress and aging, with potential future cosmetic and clinical applications pending further human trials.
Cancer burden to hit $33.2 trillion by 2050 as inequalities widen
WHO warns global cancer cases will reach 35 million annually by 2050, costing $33.2 trillion, with stark survival disparities between wealthy and poor nations threatening to widen without urgent intervention.
España: al menos 12 muertos y decenas de heridos por incendio forestal en Almería
Un incendio forestal en Los Gallardos, Almería, causó al menos 12 muertes, más de 50 heridos y cientos de evacuados. Las autoridades investigan si la caída de una línea eléctrica originó el siniestro durante una ola de calor.
Australia confirms first H5N1 case in native seabird, marking disease escalation
Australia confirmed its first H5N1 bird flu case in a native seabird, bringing total detections to 12. The virus spread from migratory birds to a greater crested tern in South Australia.
Semaglutide shows promise for weight loss in psychiatric patients, but larger trials needed
Network meta-analysis of 9 trials finds semaglutide most effective GLP-1 drug for weight loss in psychiatric populations, though researchers urge caution pending larger head-to-head studies.
Dormir 90 minutos menos cada noche aumenta peso y riesgo de diabetes
Investigadores de Columbia descubren que dormir 80 minutos menos diarios durante seis semanas causa aumento de peso de medio kilo y mayor sedentarismo, elevando riesgo de diabetes y enfermedades cardiovasculares.
Modified Mediterranean Diet With Low Methionine Boosts Longevity in Mice, Human Data Suggests Similar Benefits
Research shows a plant-based Mediterranean diet with controlled methionine levels helped mice achieve better health outcomes and fat loss while eating more. Human data from 200,000+ people supports reduced animal protein intake's link to lower obesity and Type 2 diabetes rates.
Phelan-McDermid syndrome affects 1 in 7,300 people, far more common than thought
New Mount Sinai research estimates Phelan-McDermid syndrome affects 1 in 7,300 people, dramatically higher than previous estimates, suggesting over 45,000 undiagnosed cases in the US.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak spreads across US Midwest with over 1,250 cases in Michigan
A parasitic outbreak causing severe diarrhea has infected over 1,250 people in Michigan alone, with cases spreading to Ohio, New York, and Illinois. Federal health officials are investigating the source while experts warn actual cases likely far exceed reported numbers.
Especialistas alertan por hígado graso que avanza sin síntomas y afecta al 44% en América Latina
El hígado graso (MASLD) afecta al 30% de la población mundial, con prevalencia del 44,4% en América Latina. Expertos advierten sobre la importancia de detección temprana mediante métodos no invasivos para evitar complicaciones graves.
BBC Radio DJ Paul Gambaccini Diagnosed with Alzheimer's, Vows to Continue Broadcasting
Veteran BBC Radio 2 presenter Paul Gambaccini, 77, has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease but plans to continue broadcasting. He pledges openness about his condition while maintaining his beloved music programmes.
Pioneering treatment saves identical twins from rare pregnancy condition
Identical twins were successfully treated for a rare pregnancy condition using pioneering medical intervention, marking a significant advancement in fetal medicine and maternal health care.
Ultrasound breakthrough offers hope for rare twin pregnancy condition
A pioneering non-invasive ultrasound procedure successfully treated identical twins with twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome in a world-first trial, offering hope for safer alternatives to invasive surgery.