Third malaria death reported in Frankfurt Airport cluster outbreak
A third person has died from malaria in a cluster outbreak linked to Frankfurt Airport in Germany, raising concerns about airport-related disease transmission in the region.
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Measles Exposure at Scottsdale Walgreens as Arizona Cases Surge to 28
Maricopa County, Arizona reports 28 measles cases in 2026, the highest in 30 years, with a confirmed exposure at a Scottsdale Walgreens prompting public health warnings.
Adolescente morre de meningite no Ceará; estado registra 22 óbitos em 2026
Adolescente de 12 anos morre de meningite em Quixeramobim, elevando para 22 o número de óbitos pela doença no Ceará em 2026. Irmão da vítima segue internado em Fortaleza.
Mulher condenada a 8 anos por matar adolescente a facadas em Juazeiro
Lilia Carine Silva, 29 anos, foi condenada a 8 anos de prisão pelo homicídio de Tialisson Pereira da Silva, 15 anos, cometido em 2016 no Juazeiro do Norte com golpes de faca.
Pennsylvania Governor Calls on CDC to Recognize Measles Deaths as Outbreak Expands
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro calls on the CDC to recognize measles-associated deaths as an outbreak grows, with officials reporting at least four deaths.
Irã derruba dois drones militares dos EUA em dias recentes
O Irã derrubou dois drones militares dos EUA nos últimos dias, causando prejuízo estimado de US$ 8 milhões. O Comando Central das Forças Armadas dos EUA não comentou os episódios.
Third malaria death confirmed near Frankfurt Airport as cluster spreads
A third malaria death has been confirmed near Frankfurt Airport in Germany, with two new cases also registered this week in the Schwanheim district, marking a rare cluster of airport-transmitted malaria cases.
Rabies cases surge 17% across US as CDC warns of near-fatal threat
US rabies cases rose 17% during summer 2026, with CDC warning of the nearly 100% fatal disease spreading across multiple states including California, Kansas, Illinois, and Washington.
FDA to weigh testosterone therapy for menopausal women amid safety questions
The FDA is reviewing scientific evidence on testosterone use among menopausal women, with hundreds of public submissions describing benefits, though safety data gaps and cardiovascular concerns remain unresolved.
Fall Vaccine Season Arrives Amid CDC Guidance Confusion and Rising COVID Cases
As COVID cases rise across the US and flu season approaches, health officials urge vaccination while conflicting CDC guidance creates confusion among parents and the public.
Doctors Outline What to Expect From Upcoming Flu Season
Health officials urge early preparation for the upcoming flu season, emphasizing new vaccines and timely vaccination. Doctors recommend seniors and the general public plan ahead for flu shots.
Gastroenterologists Weigh In on Probiotic Signals, But Evidence Remains Mixed
Medical experts discuss signs indicating probiotic need and debate their actual effectiveness, with warnings that Americans prioritize supplements over fiber intake.
Dos militares españoles hospitalizados tras agresión en Ceuta
Dos militares españoles desplegados en Ceuta fueron agredidos y hospitalizados en el Gómez Ulla de Madrid con fracturas óseas que requieren operaciones quirúrgicas.
New CDC Director Pledges to Rebuild Trust in First Public Appearance
The newly appointed CDC director made their first public appearance, pledging to rebuild institutional trust, modernize the agency, and prioritize science amid concerns over measles outbreaks and vaccine confidence.
Rosalía cierra en Miami la gira mundial de 'Lux' consagrada como estrella pop vanguardista
Rosalía clausuró su gira mundial Lux en Miami, consolidándose como artista pop de vanguardia global con siete nominaciones a los Latin Grammy. El concierto marcó el cierre de una peregrinación que transformó la escena musical mundial.
ADHD linked to nearly 50% increase in gastrointestinal problems
A systematic review of 1.9 million people finds ADHD is associated with a 48% increase in gastrointestinal symptoms, with particularly strong links to constipation and bowel control loss.
Study reveals critical care gaps for women with severe pregnancy nausea
Australian researchers find women with hyperemesis gravidarum face major care gaps due to clinician lack of training, medication misinformation, and systemic barriers, affecting 4% of pregnancies.
USC researchers develop MRI measure linking blood flow to brain cell organization
USC researchers developed CCSI, a new MRI measure that maps how blood flow aligns with cellular organization across brain layers, potentially revealing early disease signs.
GLP-1 and SGLT-2 drugs slow kidney decline in diabetics with protein in urine
A large US study finds GLP-1 receptor agonists and SGLT-2 inhibitors slow kidney function decline in type 2 diabetes patients with high protein in urine, but offer limited benefit for those without this condition.
Cancer Research Funding Cuts Threaten Breakthrough Therapies, Experts Warn
Cancer research experts warn that funding cuts could jeopardize recent breakthroughs in molecularly targeted therapies, even as overall U.S. cancer deaths decline.
Verónica Uribe: «En España hay un vacío tremendo en financiación de investigación»
Verónica Uribe, biomédica vasca que trabaja en NYU Langone Health, investiga regeneración celular en diabetes y ha patentado su trabajo, pero critica el vacío de financiación para proyectos de investigación en España que la obligó a emigrar.
Mindfulness and tai chi ease pain, fatigue in cancer survivors, study finds
A major study finds mindfulness and tai chi practices significantly reduce pain, fatigue, and sleep problems in cancer survivors, suggesting mind-body therapies should be integrated into standard survivorship care.
Bangladesh measles outbreak kills 1,000+ children despite vaccination push
More than 1,000 children have died in Bangladesh's measles outbreak with 194,000+ cases since March, despite vaccinating 19.8 million children. The surge follows delayed vaccine orders and immunization gaps from the Covid pandemic.
Study reveals women receive less active medical treatment than men for same conditions
University of St Andrews research analyzing 1,112 studies found women are significantly less likely than men to be offered active treatments like surgery or medication for the same conditions, with no clinical guidelines supporting the disparity.