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1 in 3 Women Will Die From Heart Disease — The Hidden Risks Most Never See Coming

Heart disease is often described as a men’s health issue, but that assumption has left far too many women unprepared for a very real danger. The truth is that heart disease in women remains the leading cause of death, and many cases are missed because the symptoms do not always…

Budget and the Bees

Gout Treatment May Lower Heart Disease and Stroke Risk, New Study Suggests Benefits

Gout treatment may lower heart disease and stroke risk. Learn how urate control, medication, and lifestyle steps support long-term health.

Medical Daily

The CDC Is Warning About a Drug-Resistant Superbug That Spreads When You Take Too Many Antibiotics — and Cases Are Rising

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a warning about a drug-resistant, 'superbug' on the rise in the United States that causes diarrhea.

International Business Times UK

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Three meningitis B cases confirmed in Dorset as young people offered vaccines

UK Health Security Agency says cases have been treated successfully and antibiotics are being given as a precaution

The Guardian - UK

Meningitis B outbreak hits schools in Weymouth prompting fresh vaccine rollout

Antibiotics and vaccines are being offered to young people in school years 7 to 13 across the Weymouth, Portland and Chickerell areas of Dorset

The Independent UK

Inside the CDC’s leadership vacuum: work at a ‘standstill’ and low morale as 80% of top posts remain vacant

Current and ex-officials at the CDC warn Americans’ health security in danger under RFK Jr’s direction

The Guardian - US

ER visits for tick bites hit the highest level in nearly a decade. Here’s what to do if you find one

Some 31 million Americans are bitten by ticks each year

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Anglo-Saxon burial holds an older sister cradling her little brother after they both died 1,400 years ago, possibly of an infectious disease

An ancient-DNA analysis of a rare Anglo-Saxon double burial revealed the people in the grave were brother and sister.

LiveScience

Trump taps former deputy surgeon general Schwartz to lead CDC

President Donald Trump on Thursday selected Erica Schwartz, former deputy surgeon general and medical doctor, to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, he announced on Truth Social. Schwartz, who will require Senate confirmation, was deputy surgeon general during Trump’s first term and is a retired rear admiral in…

Roll Call

Heartbroken Texas dog owner reveals that deadly ‘kissing bug’ killed her dog - as experts say cases are on the rise

Chagas disease, which is caused by the so-called kissing bug, can infect both dogs and humans

The Independent UK

Understanding Cancer and Why Some Types are More Common Than Others

Explore why certain cancers are so common, explaining cancer basics and key risks for breast, prostate, lung, and colon cancer to support awareness and early detection.

Medical Daily

How the Environment and Pollution Shape Your Health Through Everyday Toxins and Workplace Exposures

Explore how environment, pollution, toxins, and workplace exposures affect environmental health, driving long-term disease risks through everyday air, water, food, and occupational contact.

Medical Daily

Is mouthwash bad for the heart? Here’s what the research actually says

Social media videos are claiming that mouthwash can raise risk of blood pressure – and potentially damage heart health.

The Conversation

Experts share new advice on what to stop feeding birds to prevent the spread of a highly contagious disease

With disease on the rise, it's important to protect garden birds by following this new expert-backed guidance from the end of this month

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The Guardian - UK

Can you stop malaria crossing borders? One nation’s bid to wipe out the disease

Informal migration, plus climate change and rising numbers of cases globally, are complicating the tireless efforts of landlocked Eswatini to eradicate the killer disease

The Conversation

Salty drinking water could be increasing your blood pressure – people living in coastal areas are most at risk

When people consider what causes high blood pressure, they often think of lifestyle factors, such as eating salty foods, lack of exercise or smoking. However, an unexpected source of salt might also be raising blood pressure for millions of people: the water they drink.

Medical Daily

Family History and Genetics Explain the Health Risks That Run in Families

Discover how genetics, heredity, and family history influence health risks and inherited conditions, helping doctors predict, prevent, and personalize medical care for better well-being.

The Mary Sue

A violent stomach virus is tearing through the US, and health officials say your standard hygiene habits are not enough to stop it

The highly contagious rotavirus is currently spreading across the United States, and health officials are warning that standard hygiene practices alone are not enough to curb the surge. The latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates a significant uptick in cases, with the virus reaching its…

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The Independent UK

Trump officials thought USAID ‘just did abortions’ before gutting agency, new book claims

Global health experts asked for ‘Barney-style’ slides and maps inspired by blockbuster movies to justify their vital work in tackling infectious diseases around the world

The Conversation

How to feed your garden birds without spreading disease

The outbreak of a mysterious and deadly disease in finches in British gardens in 2005 set alarms bells ringing for conservationists. A decade later, the extent of that disease in greenfinches and chaffinches was reported. And now, bird scientists are beginning to understand how feeding birds in our gardens might…

International Business Times UK

King Charles Heartbreak: Royal Expert Crushes Hopes of Monarch's 'Full Recovery' With Stark Six-Word Warning

King Charles's more upbeat message about reduced cancer treatment has been overshadowed by a royal expert's stark claim that the monarch will be living with the disease indefinitely.

Medical Daily

Lupus SLE Management: Hydroxychloroquine, Sun Protection & Flare Prevention Tips

Lupus disease management strategies using hydroxychloroquine, sun protection, and immunosuppressive therapy to reduce flares and support remission.

Medical Daily

10 Most Common Reasons People See a Doctor: From Cough and Back Pain to Hypertension and Anxiety

Learn the most common reasons to see a doctor, from cough and back pain to hypertension and anxiety, and understand when medical attention is necessary.

Medical Daily

When Bloating and Heartburn Go Beyond Everyday Digestive Issues and Signal Chronic Digestive Diseases

Learn how to identify common digestive issues like constipation, heartburn, and bloating, and understand the warning signs of chronic digestive diseases that need attention.

Medical Daily

Eczema vs Dermatitis vs Psoriasis: How Itchy Skin Can Signal Serious Skin Conditions

Learn how to tell everyday eczema and dermatitis from psoriasis and serious skin conditions, recognize red-flag itchy skin symptoms, and understand when to seek medical care.

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