Pope Leo Begins 12-Day South America Tour, His First Since Lung Cancer Surgery
Pope Leo starts a 12-day tour of Uruguay, Argentina and Peru, his first South American trip since lung cancer surgery. Peru is where he spent two decades.
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Obesity Drugs May Help Protect Memory and Cognitive Function, Early Research Suggests
A roundup of recent coverage suggests GLP-1 obesity drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro may help protect memory and cognition, though the evidence is drawn from reviews and studies rather than a single definitive trial.
Heart Disease Risks for Women Shift Across Life Stages, From Hot Flashes to Daily Habits
A roundup of coverage on how heart disease risk and symptoms differ for women, from menopause-linked hot flashes to lifestyle habits recommended by the American Heart Association.
Type 2 Diabetes Remission Linked to Intensive Lifestyle Changes in 14-Year Study
A 14-year study reports type 2 diabetes patients were about 21 times more likely to achieve remission with intensive lifestyle changes, though coverage notes this approach does not suit everyone.
Covid-19: com a cobertura vacinal em queda, José Albino apela à vacinação dos grupos de risco
José Albino, da RESPIRA e do MOVA, apela à vacinação contra a Covid-19 após a cobertura vacinal cair de 56,14% para 38,60% entre as duas últimas campanhas.
Florida Dengue Cases Reach 524 as Health Officials Urge Mosquito Precautions
Florida's dengue outbreak has reached 524 cases, with floodwater raising mosquito concerns in western Broward and Hillsborough extending a state of emergency. Officials urge residents to take prevention steps.
Wisconsin Reports Measles Death of Infant, First Such Death in More Than 35 Years
Wisconsin health officials reported a measles death of a baby, the state's first in over 35 years, amid a local outbreak with multiple confirmed cases in Sauk County.
Long COVID Recovery Varies Sharply by Symptom Subtype, Multiple Studies Find
A new study finds long COVID recovery varies sharply by symptom subtype, with one subtype linked to slower return to health. Several outlets report that about half of patients substantially improve within three years.
Infant Bleeding Rises as More Parents Decline Newborn Vitamin K Shots, Two Studies Find
Two studies link a rise in infant bleeding episodes to growing parental refusal of the newborn vitamin K shot, which prevents potentially serious hemorrhage.
Fire ant eradication opponent Trevor Hold convicted of obstruction after dismissed 'sovereign citizen'-style defence
Trevor Hold, leader of an anti-fire ant eradication group, was convicted of obstructing officers in Queensland; his claim the federally funded program is illegal was rejected and he has appealed.
Moderna Swings to Profit and Raises Outlook as Covid Vaccine Demand Stabilizes
Moderna swung to profit and raised its 2026 revenue outlook as COVID-19 vaccine demand stabilized, especially overseas, while investors focus on its cancer vaccine pipeline.
Guided Exercise Helps Colon Cancer Survivors Live Longer, but Experts Urge Caution Beyond the Trial
A 2025 CHALLENGE trial found stage 2 or 3 colon cancer patients given three years of exercise coaching were more likely to be alive eight years later, though experts caution findings may not extend to all cancers or patients.
Exercise and Colon Cancer Survival: What the CHALLENGE Trial Does and Doesn't Show
A 2025 international trial found long-term exercise coaching raised eight-year survival among stage 2 or 3 colon cancer patients, though experts caution about applying results to other cancers.
As Hormone Use Rises, Doctors Warn a Slight Cancer Risk May Be Getting Overlooked
Doctors warn that the slight cancer risk linked to menopause hormone therapy is being overlooked as use rises, with experts urging clinicians to keep cancer in the conversation.
Holocaust survivor Eva Geller, 90, dies nearly a year after being shot in Bondi Beach Hanukkah attack
Eva Geller, a 90-year-old Holocaust survivor shot in the Bondi Beach Hanukkah attack, has died almost a year later, raising the reported death toll to 16.
Além do câncer de próstata: quatro doenças urológicas comuns em homens e seus sinais de alerta
Matéria do UOL detalha quatro condições urológicas frequentes em homens: hiperplasia benigna da próstata, prostatite, bexiga hiperativa e estenose de uretra, com sintomas e tratamentos.
Brookshire Farms Set to Reopen as San Luis Obispo County Closes E. Coli Outbreak Investigation
Brookshire Farms, a pumpkin patch in San Luis Obispo County, is reopening after an investigation into up to 13 E. coli infections. Health officials say the outbreak is no longer a public threat.
Pope Leo XIV Opens Latin America Tour in Uruguay Weeks After Lung Cancer Surgery
Pope Leo XIV opened a three-nation Latin American tour in Uruguay, saying he felt better than he looked three weeks after lung cancer surgery. He arrived in Montevideo after a 13.5-hour flight from Rome.
Prefeito de Barreiros expulsa médicos de hospital aos gritos e acusa plantonistas de dormir e 'namorar'
O prefeito de Barreiros (PE) gritou com dois médicos e os expulsou do hospital municipal durante visita surpresa. A prefeitura rescindiu o contrato de gestão da unidade, e entidades médicas repudiaram a exposição pública.
Orem Teen Fights for Life as State Data Shows Youth E-Bike Crashes Surging
An Orem teen is fighting for life after an e-bike crash, as state data shows youth e-bike crashes rising. Several outlets report that e-bike injuries are becoming more serious.
La violencia contra las mujeres también pesa en su salud cardíaca, más allá del colesterol y el tabaco
Un estudio del Hospital 12 de Octubre de Madrid halla que una de cada tres mujeres ingresadas en Cardiología había sufrido violencia a lo largo de su vida.
Los tribunales avalan la demolición de un chalé con 11 dormitorios en una atalaya de Zarautz
El Tribunal Supremo rechaza los recursos y deja libre la vía para demoler un chalé de 11 dormitorios en Talaimendi, construido por una familia vinculada al PNV local.
Anderson County Plans Mosquito Spraying After West Nile Virus Case Confirmed
Crews will spray for mosquitoes in Anderson County after a confirmed West Nile virus case. The report is brief and relies on local broadcast headlines.
Japón autoriza de forma condicional una terapia celular experimental contra el párkinson
Japón aprobó de forma condicional raguneprocel, una terapia celular experimental que busca reponer neuronas productoras de dopamina en pacientes con párkinson. Su eficacia aún no está demostrada.