Three dead in rare 'airport malaria' outbreak near Frankfurt hub
Three people died and at least four others contracted malaria in Germany in a rare outbreak believed linked to infected mosquitoes transported via aircraft to Frankfurt Airport.
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Los cambios cerebrales del Alzheimer comienzan años antes de los síntomas
Especialistas explican que los cambios biológicos del Alzheimer comienzan años antes de los síntomas visibles, cuando la persona aún funciona normalmente. Los biomarcadores permiten detectar estos procesos tempranamente, abriendo nuevas posibilidades de intervención preventiva.
SA assesses 11,480 H5 bird flu reports as community forum planned
South Australia has assessed over 11,480 H5 bird flu reports since the disease's first detection, with a new community forum scheduled for October to provide expert guidance on the evolving outbreak.
Florida Confirms First Dengue Death as Outbreak Intensifies
Florida has confirmed its first dengue death as the state experiences one of its worst recent outbreaks of the mosquito-borne virus.
Cancer diagnosis compounds financial crisis for Australian patients
Australian cancer patients report severe financial strain despite having access to medical treatment, with out-of-pocket costs and lost income forcing early retirement and difficult choices between treatment and basic living expenses.
Dual antiplatelet therapy shows promise in South Indian heart disease patients
A South Indian study of 84 cardiovascular patients found dual antiplatelet therapy (aspirin plus clopidogrel) reduced adverse events compared to aspirin alone, though findings remain exploratory and require confirmation.
NYC West Nile Virus Cases Already Exceed 2025 Annual Total
New York City has recorded more West Nile virus human cases in 2026 than the entire 2025 year, with nearly two dozen confirmed diagnoses as the outbreak accelerates.
First mRNA flu vaccine now available; here's who qualifies
The first mRNA flu shot has become available for vaccination. Health authorities are providing guidance on eligibility and where to access the new vaccine.
Exercício físico reduz risco de diabetes tipo 2 em idosos mais que em jovens
Estudo da Universidade de Leiden mostra que atividade física frequente oferece maior benefício absoluto na prevenção de diabetes tipo 2 em pessoas acima de 63 anos do que em adultos mais jovens.
Do intestino ao cérebro: como o café altera microbioma e melhora cognição
Pesquisa publicada na Nature Communications sugere que o café, inclusive descafeinado, altera o microbioma intestinal e melhora humor, memória, sono e cognição através da conexão intestino-cérebro.
MSF warns Ebola outbreak spreading to new DRC regions despite early containment signs
Doctors Without Borders contradicts official optimism about DRC's largest Ebola outbreak, warning the virus is spreading to new, less-prepared regions rather than being contained.
Frankfurt Airport malaria outbreak rare, but experts warn of delayed symptoms
Eight people contracted malaria near Frankfurt Airport since July, with three deaths, likely from a mosquito stowaway in luggage. Experts confirm airport malaria is rare and risks decline as temperatures cool.
37 die in Nigerian prison cell as overcrowding, poor ventilation blamed
37 suspected illegal goldminers, many children, died in an overcrowded Nigerian paramilitary prison cell due to inadequate ventilation. Survivors describe panic and suffocation as protests erupt and authorities order investigations.
Measles exposure confirmed at Steamboat Springs hotel; CDC investigating Colorado outbreak
A confirmed measles case exposed potentially thousands of people at Union Station in Denver and a hotel in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, prompting CDC and state health department investigation.
Massachusetts Reports 8th West Nile Virus Case as Mosquito Activity Surges
A woman in her 30s has tested positive for West Nile Virus in Massachusetts, marking the eighth human case this season as mosquitoes carrying the virus are detected across the state.
GLP-1 Drugs Force Major Food Companies to Rethink Business Models
Rising use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Ozempic is forcing major food and beverage companies to adapt business strategies as consumers reduce snacking and overall food consumption.
37 suspected illegal miners die in Nigerian custody amid overcrowding claims
Thirty-seven people accused of illegal mining died in Nigerian police custody in Niger state. Authorities blamed disease, but intelligence reports and relatives claim overcrowding and poor ventilation caused the deaths.
Sepse: reconheça os sinais de alerta e saiba quando procurar atendimento médico
A sepse é uma resposta desregulada do organismo a infecções que pode afetar múltiplos órgãos e colocar vidas em risco. No Brasil, cerca de 400 mil adultos e 42 mil crianças desenvolvem sepse anualmente, exigindo diagnóstico e tratamento rápidos.
Vacinação infantil recua na UE, mas Portugal mantém-se entre os líderes
Estudo da The Lancet Regional Health revela queda nas taxas de vacinação infantil em 16 países da UE desde a covid-19, com Portugal entre os líderes em cobertura vacinal acima de 97%.
Estudo revela recuo preocupante na vacinação infantil na UE desde a pandemia
Análise de 40 anos de dados mostra que a vacinação infantil na UE atingiu níveis historicamente elevados, mas apresenta deterioração preocupante desde a pandemia de covid-19, com Portugal mantendo cobertura superior a 97%.
Dor de dentes leva homem a UCI e muda vida para sempre após sépsis
Luke Woodhouse, de 35 anos, desenvolveu sépsis e endocardite infecciosa a partir de um abcesso dentário, necessitando cirurgia cardíaca de emergência. Sua história serve como alerta sobre riscos de negligenciar problemas dentários.
LA Driver Charged With Murder After Drug-Impaired Bus Crash Kills Two
An SUV driver under the influence of drugs has been charged with murder after slamming into a Los Angeles city bus, killing two riders.
Second death confirmed in South Bronx Legionnaires' disease outbreak
A second person has died in a Legionnaires' disease cluster affecting the South Bronx, with legionella bacteria detected in cooling towers at multiple buildings including near Yankee Stadium.
NHS trust admits 20 women had breasts removed unnecessarily in cancer care scandal
An NHS trust in County Durham has admitted that 20 women underwent unnecessary mastectomies during cancer treatment, with 315 of 514 reviewed cases showing patient harm. A suspended consultant and potential financial conflicts of interest are under investigation.