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Genetic twist: Medieval plague may have molded our immunity

Our Medieval ancestors left us with a biological legacy: Genes that helped them survive the Black Death likely make us more susceptible to certain diseases today

The Independent UK

Floods and warm weather perfect storm for Japanese encephalitis outbreak, researchers warn

Modellers say those within 4km of an infected piggery potentially vulnerable, meaning 740,546 people at risk of mosquito-borne virus

The Guardian - AU

Genetic traits of Black Death survivors linked to autoimmune diseases today

Scientists find people with ERAP2 variant survived 14th-century plague at much higher rates

The Guardian - UK

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Scientists reveal how Black Death may have influenced evolution of human genes

Variants linked to protection against the 14th century bubonic plague are also associated with an increased susceptibility to autoimmune diseases.

The Independent UK

Lanarkshire widow's emotional prostate cancer appeal after 15 years without husband

Jean Holloway lost her beloved husband Walter to the disease in 2007

Daily Record

Virologists warn farmer not to cuddle Emmanuel Todd Lopez the emu

Viral bird fights for life as experts warn against close contact with infected creatures

The Independent UK

As hepatitis C proliferates, states lift barriers to treatment - Roll Call

States that have traditionally imposed restrictions to costly hepatitis drugs are now lifting those barriers.

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Colonoscopy is still the most recommended screening for colorectal cancer, despite conflicting headlines and flawed interpretations of a new study

A recently published study in a high-profile medical journal appeared to call into question the efficacy of colonoscopy, a proven and widely utilized strategy for the screening and prevention of colorectal cancer.

The Conversation

Older people sleeping five hours or less at risk of chronic diseases

Older people who sleep five hours or less a night have a much greater risk of developing multiple chronic diseases as they age.

The New Daily

Commentary: Washington is neglecting a key national security threat

At the Global Fund Seventh Replenishment Conference last month, President Joe Biden pledged $6 billion in U.S. funding to fight AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, and strengthen health systems worldwide. The announcement is a welcome sign of the administration’s continued interest in global health as attention to the COVID-19 pandemic wanes.…

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Will COVID spike again this fall? 6 tips to help you stay safe

Last year, the emergence of the highly transmissible omicron variant of the COVID-19 virus caught many people by surprise and led to a surge in cases that overwhelmed hospitals and drove up fatalities. Now we’re learning that omicron is mutating to better evade the immune system.

Tribune News Service

Sleeping less than five hours linked to multiple diseases in later life

Scientists recommend getting between seven and eight hours of sleep every night.

Evening Standard

Inaction over lack of exercise will cost £24bn a year globally by 2030, WHO warns

Exercise could help prevent 500m new cases of diseases such as diabetes, cancer and stroke – but government policies are lagging behind

The Guardian - UK

Alcohol-induced deaths in Australia at their highest in 10 years

Health experts point to late-stage liver disease, neurodegenerative diseases and heart failure as conditions that can be caused by long-term drinking

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Global leaders commit $4 billion in funding at World Health Summit to eradicate polio

The funding will go towards the Global Polio Eradication Initiative’s (GPEI) 2022-2026 Strategy to end the highly infectious viral disease.

The Independent UK

Ovarian cancer: 1 in 4 patients ‘see GP three times before referral for tests’

‘Seven years ago, I had symptoms of ovarian cancer but didn’t realise. I didn’t know at the time that the bloating, abdominal pain, feeling full and needing to wee more urgently were all signs,’ says one patient

Belfast Live

Belfast mum on how fitness and friendship helped her overcome breast cancer 'misdiagnosis'

Mum-of-three Nicola Walsh is raising awareness after the disease was 'missed' in earlier tests

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Sleeping less than five hours increases risk of cancer, diabetes and heart disease, research shows

Researchers recommended getting between seven and eight hours of sleep every night

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First bird flu cases in wild birds reported in Los Angeles County this year

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County health officials announced that seven geese and a heron have tested positive for avian flu, marking the first time the disease has been detected in the county this year.

The Independent UK

Rob Burrow Living with MND: Fans react to ‘heartbreaking and inspiring’ documentary on former rugby star

The 40-year-old requires constant care due to the life-altering disease

ABC News

Adults sleeping five hours or less a night have increased risk of chronic illnesses, study finds

Adults who sleep for five hours or less a night are more likely to develop two or more chronic diseases once they get older, research has found.

The Conversation

Humans are 8% virus – how the ancient viral DNA in your genome plays a role in human disease and development

Remnants of ancient viral pandemics in the form of viral DNA sequences embedded in our genomes are still active in healthy people, according to new research my colleagues and I recently published.

Newcastle Herald

'Gruesome' smoking experiments on mice happened at University of Newcastle

Mice were forced into tiny plastic tubes and cigarette smoke pumped directly into their nostrils.

ABC News

Are robots made from frogs cells the future of healthcare? This scientist thinks so

Dr Douglas Blackiston describes xenobots as 'computer-designed life forms' and says they could help researchers learn more about various human diseases.

The Independent UK

Five hours’ sleep is tipping point for poor health, study suggests

Scientists recommend getting between seven and eight hours of sleep every night

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