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What is gene editing and how could it shape our future?

It is the most exciting time in genetics since the discovery of DNA in 1953. This is mainly due to scientific breakthroughs including the ability to change DNA through a process called gene editing.

The Conversation

Smoke exposure from intense fires linked to long-term respiratory and cardiovascular disease

Scientists studying 2014 Hazelwood coalmine fire say breathing in tiny particles is linked to increased emergency presentations

The Guardian - AU

How do blood tests work? Medical laboratory scientists explain the pathway from blood draw to diagnosis and treatment

Medical laboratory testing is the heartbeat of medicine. It provides critical data for physicians to diagnose and treat disease, dating back thousands of years. Unfortunately, laboratory medicine as a field is poorly understood by both the public and health care communities.

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Deadly Marburg virus kills nine people in fresh outbreak - and there's no cure

The killer Marburg virus, which has a mortality rate of up to 88%, has been identified in Equatorial Guinea who are struggling to contain the deadly outbreak

Daily Mirror

Sickle cell patients receiving poor care at NHS hospitals, damning report claims

Brits suffering from sickle cell are suffering such sub-standard treatment in NHS hospitals that they are resisting going in for help despite suffering debilitating pain, a report has claimed

Daily Mirror

Paisley dad's 'whole life crumbled' after being diagnosed with inoperable brain tumour

Jim Miller tragically passed away aged 49 just months after being diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour leaving his loved ones devastated. His daughter is now hoping to raise awareness of the disease.

Glasgow Live

Do you know who to talk to about your child's routine vaccinations?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), routine vaccinations for kindergarten in the U.S. fell to 93% during the 2021-2022 school year. That's the second year in a row routine vaccination rates decreased. The vaccines help prevent potentially fatal or severe illnesses, including diphtheria, measles, mumps, rubella,…

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How breakup affects your heart? Cardiologist explains

How do romantic relationships affect our heart?

The Times of India

Green sea turtle population hit by 'grotesque' illness, Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital flooded with cases

A "grotesque" mystery disease is ripping through the green sea turtle population, with a major wildlife hospital warning it has treated almost 80 in the past 12 months.

ABC News

CDC: Teen girls see spike in behavioral health concerns

Teen girls who experience persistent feelings of hopelessness or sadness skyrocketed over the past decade, according to a 10-year survey released Monday from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Tribune News Service

Advantages and challenges of anti-Covid nasal vaccination: the promises of a French approach

Contrary to the widely shared popular belief, the primary purpose of current vaccines against Covid-19 is solely to protect against serious forms of the disease in order to prevent the risk of hospitalisations and death… and not to block transmission between individuals. To do this, it would be necessary to…

The Conversation

WHO says Equatorial Guinea confirms 1st outbreak of Marburg

The World Health Organization says Equatorial Guinea has confirmed its first-ever outbreak of Marburg disease, saying the Ebola-related virus is responsible for at least nine deaths in the tiny Western African country

The Independent UK

Number of people in Australia with multiple sclerosis is rising, as is rate of growth, new research shows

The number of people in Australia living with multiple sclerosis has grown by 30 per cent in recent years — and the rate at which that figure is growing is also accelerating.

ABC News

Equatorial Guinea confirms country's first Marburg virus disease outbreak -WHO

Equatorial Guinea has confirmed its first outbreak of the Marburg virus, a highly infectious and deadly disease similar to Ebola, following the deaths of at least nine people, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Monday.

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Daily Mirror

Sharon Stone's fresh heartache as brother 'dies suddenly' two years after death of son

There is more heartbreak for Sharon Stone following the reported sudden death of her brother Patrick who has 'passed away aged 57 due to heart disease'

Salon

Why youth heart attack rates are rising

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin isn't a lone case; people 25-44 are increasingly suffering heart attacks

Manchester Evening News

Man left bedbound for four years after being bitten by tick

Noah Greaves was left bedbound after being bitten by the small insect and contacting Lyme disease

Chronicle Live

Doddie Weir's wife and sons vow 'it's bigger than dad' as they fight for a Motor Neurone Disease cure

Kathy, Hamish and Angus Weir appeared on ITV's Lorraine show and spoke of how vital finding a cure for Motor Neurone Disease is.

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Evening Standard

Millionaire at 26: how Jessica George’s new novel Maame became the hottest debut of 2023

The 28-year-old’s fictional tale sold for seven figures, is a New York Times bestseller and is already being turned into a TV series set in London, with comparison to Candice Carty-Williams’ novel Queenie. Katie Strick meets her

Dynamite News

Research reveals link between obesity-related neurodegeneration and Alzheimer's

A recent study discovered a relationship between neurodegeneration and Alzheimer's disease (AD) patients, meaning that losing weight could minimise cognitive decline and cut the prevalence of AD.

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Research Reveals Link Between Obesity-Related Neurodegeneration And Alzheimer's

A recent study discovered a relationship between neurodegeneration and Alzheimer's disease (AD) patients, meaning that losing weight could minimise cognitive decline and cut the prevalence of AD. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: ‘octagonal’ flying object shot down in Michigan

Military general says he will not rule out any explanation as fourth object this month is downed over North America. Plus, is Florida running out of orange juice?

Wales Online

Tick bite left man unable to walk or feed himself and living in bed in mum's front room

Noah Greaves once spent his life working outside but now is bedbound and being looked after by his retired mum

The New Daily

World-first study links exercise and life expectancy for those with heart defects

A world-first exercise trial, in Australia, hopes to improve the life expectancy of those born with congenital heart disease.

Daily Mirror

Vet's stark warning for dog lovers considering buying a King Charles spaniel

Specialist vet Dr Rachel James is urging the public to educate themselves before buying a cavalier King Charles spaniel, as the popular breed of family dog is plagued with heart disease

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