Ebola Outbreak in DRC 'Outpacing' Response, WHO Warns
WHO warns Ebola outbreak in DRC is outpacing response efforts, urging neighboring countries to act. Attacks on health facilities hamper containment as cases rise.
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Ebola Response: Learn from Past Failures
Experts urge global health leaders to apply lessons from previous Ebola outbreaks to current crisis, emphasizing community engagement and rapid response.
Another Ebola Crisis? Experts Weigh In
As new Ebola cases emerge, experts discuss the potential for a major outbreak. Learn about the latest developments and preparedness efforts.
Lyme Disease Cases in England Rise 22% in 2025
Lyme disease cases in England increased by 22% in 2025, with 1,168 confirmed cases. New vaccines and treatments are being developed to combat the tick-borne illness.
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An early clinical trial suggests tocilizumab, an immunotherapy drug for rheumatoid arthritis, may help patients with treatment-resistant depression.
WHO Considers Experimental Vaccines for DRC Ebola Outbreak
The WHO is considering experimental vaccines for the Bundibugyo strain as Ebola cases and deaths rise in the DRC, with at least 500 suspected cases and 130 deaths reported.
Craig Venter, Genome Pioneer, Dies at 79
Craig Venter, the pioneering and controversial geneticist who helped sequence the human genome, has died at 79. He revolutionized genomics with his shotgun sequencing method.
Prostate Cancer Screening: Small Benefit, Big Risks
A comprehensive review finds PSA screening reduces prostate cancer deaths by 2 per 1,000 men, but many face unnecessary treatment. Experts urge shared decision-making.
Peer Bork, Microbiome Pioneer, Dies at 62
Peer Bork, a bioinformatician who pioneered computational analysis of the human microbiome and introduced gut enterotypes, has died unexpectedly at age 62.
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Crickets May Feel Pain, New Research Suggests
New research shows crickets groom sore antennae like a dog nurses a hurt paw, suggesting insects may feel pain. Study published in Proceedings of the Royal Society.
Obesity Rates Leveling Off in Some Countries, Study Finds
A new study reveals that obesity rates are plateauing or declining in some high-income countries, challenging the narrative of an inevitable global epidemic.
Strictly Star Nikita Kuzmin Hospitalised After Vision Loss
Strictly Come Dancing professional Nikita Kuzmin was rushed to hospital after suddenly losing his vision, later diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. He shares his journey.
Harvard Study: CTE Not Only Cause of NFL Suicides
A new Harvard study suggests that CTE is not the sole factor behind rising NFL player suicides, highlighting other risks like sleep apnea and high blood pressure.
Bridget Ogilvie, Wellcome Trust Director, Dies at 88
Dame Bridget Ogilvie, the Australian-born parasitologist who led the Wellcome Trust and oversaw the creation of the Sanger Centre, has died aged 88.
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Australian Hantavirus Cruise Passengers Evacuated to Netherlands
Six passengers from the hantavirus-hit MV Hondius cruise ship landed in the Netherlands for a 48-hour stop before flying to Australia for a 42-day quarantine.
Hantavirus Cases Confirmed in Cruise Evacuees
A French woman and an American from the MV Hondius cruise ship tested positive for hantavirus. Over 100 people evacuated in Tenerife in a complex operation.
CAR T-Cell Therapy: Game-Changer in Cancer Fight
CAR T-cell therapy, a cutting-edge cancer treatment, shows promise as a 'game-changer' in oncology, highlighted by actor Sam Neill's remission. Researchers are optimistic about its potential against solid tumors.
Humpback Whale Gaping Behavior Studied with Citizen Science
Researchers use citizen scientist footage to study rare humpback whale 'gaping' behavior, suggesting it may be a social display rather than feeding.
Think Yourself Sick: The Nocebo Effect in New Book
Science writer Helen Pilcher examines the nocebo effect, where negative expectations cause real physical symptoms, in her fascinating new book.
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How Negative Expectations Can Make You Ill: Nocebo Effect
The nocebo effect shows how negative expectations can cause real symptoms. From vaccine side effects to mystery illnesses, our minds influence health more than we think.
Lacunar Stroke Cause: Artery Widening, Not Blockage
Study reveals lacunar strokes are caused by widening of brain arteries, not fatty blockages, explaining why blood thinners are less effective.
Algae's Blue Light Creates 3D-Printed Shapes
Scientists harness the blue glow of bioluminescent algae to 3D-print light-emitting structures, with potential applications in biosensors and eco-friendly lighting.
Florida Baby 'Born Twice' After Surgery at 25 Weeks
Cassian Joubert, born twice after partial delivery at 25 weeks, underwent innovative surgery for a rare airway condition and is now home with his family.
Scientist Died Three Times, Saw Same Thing Each Time
Ingrid Honkala, a scientist who worked with NASA, claims to have clinically died three times. Each time she experienced a peaceful state of pure consciousness and awareness beyond her body.
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UK Alzheimer's Patients Miss Trials Due to Slow Diagnosis
Alzheimer's Research UK warns that delayed or inaccurate diagnoses prevent UK patients from accessing experimental treatments and clinical trials, risking being left behind as research advances.
Ann Barrett: Pioneering Oncologist Dies at 83
Ann Barrett, a leading oncologist who established the UK's first MSc in clinical oncology and championed holistic paediatric radiotherapy, has died aged 83.
Single Magic Mushroom Dose Linked to Brain Changes
A single dose of psilocybin, found in magic mushrooms, may cause anatomical brain changes lasting a month, potentially explaining therapeutic effects on anxiety, depression, and addiction.
Kirsty's Cancer Fundraising: Kent Brain Tumour
Kirsty, a Kent woman, raises funds for paediatric brain tumour research after her own diagnosis, inspiring community support.
Sperm from Frozen Testicular Tissue: Breakthrough
A man has produced sperm from testicular tissue frozen when he was a child, marking a breakthrough in fertility preservation for boys undergoing cancer treatment.
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New Breeding Centre Aims to Save Endangered Reptile
Melbourne Zoo opens a dedicated breeding centre for the critically endangered Victorian grassland earless dragon, rediscovered in 2023 after 50 years presumed extinct.
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