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.
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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.
AI Beats Doctors in Emergency Triage, Harvard Study Finds
A Harvard study reveals AI systems outperform human doctors in emergency triage diagnoses, marking a significant shift in medical technology.
Miracle Survival of Nada Itrab After Severe Injury
Nada Itrab, a young girl who suffered catastrophic injuries, survived against all odds. Her story of resilience and medical marvel is explored in a new podcast.
UK Biobank Data Breach in China Raises Concerns
A data breach involving UK Biobank participant information accessed in China sparks debate on security and ethics of large-scale health studies.
AI Tool Pinpoints Obesity-Related Disease Risk
UK researchers have developed an AI tool, Obscore, that predicts 10-year risk of 18 obesity-related conditions, helping prioritize limited weight-loss medications on the NHS.
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Peep Show Star Matt King Paralysed After Rare Spinal Stroke
Matt King, known for playing Super Hans in Peep Show, reveals he suffered a rare spinal cord stroke, causing temporary paralysis. He is now recovering.
Knee Surgery for Cartilage Damage May Be Ineffective, Study Finds
A 10-year trial suggests partial meniscectomy for meniscus tears does not benefit patients, leading to worse knee function and osteoarthritis compared to sham surgery.
Non-Invasive Scan for Endometriosis Shows Promise in Trial
A trial of a radiotracer called maraciclatide shows it can detect endometriosis non-invasively, potentially reducing diagnostic delays from years to weeks.
Emmerdale: Cain Dingle's Cancer Decision After Eric Pollard Chat
Cain Dingle decides to undergo prostate cancer surgery after a heart-to-heart with Eric Pollard, who lives with Parkinson's, in Emmerdale.
Fight Misinformation: Five Evidence-Based Strategies
Learn five ways to counter misinformation by embracing evidence-based thinking, from checking peer-reviewed studies to teaching critical thinking in schools.
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Dad with 10% Survival Odds Seeks Treatment Abroad
Serdar Ferit, a 45-year-old father with stage 4 colon cancer, is racing against time to fund immunotherapy in Mexico after NHS options ran out.
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