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Ken Livingstone: Former London mayor ‘living with Alzheimer’s disease’

The one-time figurehead of the Labour left is being ‘well cared for by his family and friends’, his relatives said in a statement

The Independent UK

Melanoma expert 'patient zero' in brain cancer fight

A leading pathologist fighting incurable brain cancer has trialled a personalised vaccine that could become the new frontier in treating the disease.

AAP

Michael J. Fox receives 2023 Elevate Prize Catalyst Award at Clinton Global Alliance

Actor and philanthropist Michael J

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As Ken Livingstone’s diagnosis is made public, what is Alzheimer’s?

On average, people with Alzheimer’s live for around eight to 10 years after first developing symptoms.

The Independent UK

Former London mayor Ken Livingstone ‘living with Alzheimer’s disease’

The one-time figurehead of the Labour left is being ‘well cared for by his family and friends’, his relatives said in a statement.

The Independent UK

Former mayor of London Ken Livingstone diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease

The retired 78-year-old former MP is ‘being well cared for by his family and friends’, his family announced

The Guardian - UK

New bacterial infection from dogs spreads to humans in the UK

In a concerning turn of events, Brucella canis, a bacterial infection typically found in dogs, has made its way to the UK and is now spreading rapidly among canines for the first time within the country. This bacterial disease is particularly worrisome as it is dominantly incurable and can lead…

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Everything we know about the latest round of Covid boosters, including how to book an appointment

Updated vaccines will be especially important to high-risk people, such as pregnant women and the elderly

The Independent UK

Stressful Jobs Can Double Risk Of Heart Disease In Men

Researchers followed more than 6,000 white-collar workers, with an average age of 45, for 18 years, from 2000 to 2018.

Zenger

Seven leopard cubs at Bannerghatta Biological Park succumb to highly contagious virus since August 22

Seven leopard cubs have died at the Bannerghatta Biological Park (BBP) after being infected by Feline panleukopenia, a highly contagious viral disease.

The Hindu

What are Brucella canis symptoms and how can disease spread from dogs to humans?

Three Britons have contracted Brucella canis, a bacterial infection found in dogs that can cause meningitis in humans

The Independent UK

Nipah scare is far from over: CM

The Nipah scare is far from being over even though swift identification of the outbreak and efficient containment measures by the Health department in Kozhikode have been successful in preventing further spread of the disease, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has said

The Hindu

Vaccination drive against foot-and-mouth disease in Shivamogga

DC Selvamani appeals to farmers to vaccinate cattle against FMD. Vaccination drive from Sept. 26-Oct. 25. Pet shop owners must register firms and pay fee of ₹5,000. 95% progress achieved in 3rd round, 6,39,250 doses of vaccination procured.

The Hindu

Polycystic ovary syndrome and gut health: what you need to know

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects around 8% to 13% of women during their reproductive years. Symptoms include irregular menstrual cycles, acne, excessive facial hair growth, voice changes, ovarian cysts and challenges in conception. It can also increase your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

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The Independent UK

Three Britons catch rare dog disease that can cause meningitis in humans

Brucella canis, a bacterial infection that causes pain, lameness and infertility in canines has now infected three people

The Independent UK

Libyan leader says flooded city has been divided to create buffers in case of disease outbreaks

The prime minister of Libyan’s eastern administration says authorities have divided the flood-stricken city of Derna into four sections to create buffers in case of disease outbreaks

Fortune

Work stress has scary implications for your heart health—especially if you're a man

“The U.S. workforce is among the most stressed in the world, and these workplace stressors can be as harmful to health as obesity."

The Independent UK

First Minister to pledge £2.5m to fund fighting non-communicable diseases

The investment is expected to be announced at an event at the UN General Assembly in New York this week.

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The Independent UK

Campaigners call on Government to make salt reduction a ‘priority’

Researchers claim reducing the nation’s salt intake could save thousands of lives per year.

The Conversation

Tests that diagnose diseases are less reliable than you’d expect. Here’s why

You feel unwell, and visit your doctor. They ask some questions and take some blood for testing; a few days later they call to say you have been diagnosed with a disease.

France 24

Protests erupt in Libya’s flood-hit Derna as UN flags threat of disease outbreak

Hundreds of protesters rallied in Libya's disaster-hit Derna on Monday, accusing the authorities of neglect after a huge flash flood devastated the coastal city and swept thousands to their deaths, with the United Nations warning that disease outbreaks could bring "a second devastating crisis".

AAP

The 'old person' disease killing as many kids as cancer

Overshadowed by its old-age equivalent, childhood dementia receives little attention, but it has a growing and deadly effect on the kids who suffer from it.

The Independent UK

US Rep. Wexton, a Democrat, won't seek reelection to Congress after new medical diagnosis

Northern Virginia Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton says she won’t seek reelection next year after learning that she has a severe form of Parkinson’s disease

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3 Healthcare Stocks to Buy Today

The POWR Ratings system points the way to 3 of the most attractive healthcare stocks on the market today. Read on below for why you should consider adding these 3 stocks to your portfolio: Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Amgen (AMGN) and AbbVie (ABBV).

Fortune

Priscilla Chan wants make medical research more diverse

Mark Zuckerberg's wife and co-founder and co-CEO of Chan Zuckerberg Initiative gives a rare interview about the organization's aims.

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