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A window to the brain: the retina gives away signs of Alzheimer's disease and could help with early detection

The retina has long been poeticised as the window to the soul, but research now shows it could be a window to the brain and act as an early warning system for cognitive decline.

The Conversation

Patients with rare diseases await support to start life-saving therapy despite Ministry’s go-ahead

Patients have raised their concerns regarding the loss of precious time in starting treatment for eligible rare disease patients

The Hindu

Leeds man's vow after tragic death of wife from 'cruel' disease

Susie Hamlin died after battling motor neurone disease and left behind her heart-broken husband and unable to see her children grow up

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How should New Zealand manage COVID from now – limit all infections or focus on preventing severe disease?

As the New Zealand government reviews mask mandates and other pandemic measures this week, we argue it’s time to reconsider the overall COVID strategy.

The Conversation

Beloved Fife firefighter dies from cancer minutes after wife arrives to say goodbye

Harry Spence, 60, lost his fight with oesophageal cancer last month, a year after he was first diagnosed with the disease following a lifetime of hazardous working.

Edinburgh Live

5 virus families that could cause the next pandemic, according to the experts

The CSIRO has delivered a comprehensive report on how we should prepare for future pandemics.

The Conversation

Fair City star Bryan Murray says he was in denial over Alzheimer’s diagnosis

Irish Mirror

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Does gene therapy provide an answer to ageing?

Dr Rhonda Patrick explains Harvard biologist George Church’s hopes for gene therapy in tackling disease

The Independent UK

Snoring increases risk of cancer and dementia, research claims

The study found those suffering from Obstructive sleep apnoea had an increased chance of developing diseases such as cancer and dementia.

Wales Online

Determined dad donating own kidney to stranger in bid to save his beloved wife's life

Teddy Heard, 36, quit his job to care for his wife Sossa Starshine, 40, who needs a life-saving operation as her kidneys are shutting down because of renal disease

Daily Mirror

West Lothian woman tells how she was left "grieving twice" after mum's heartbreaking Alzheimer's diagnosis

Sophie O’Brien lost mum Lesley was "active and bright" before she passed away

Daily Record

Low testosterone levels may up risk of COVID-19 hospitalisation for men: Study

Men diagnosed with COVID-19 and having low testosterone levels are more likely to be hospitalised with the viral disease than those with normal levels of the hormone, according to a study.

The Hindu

Eating less meat and doing exercise can help lower your prostate cancer risk

Around one in eight men will develop prostate cancer in their lifetime. Diet and lifestyle are key elements when it comes to your added risk to the disease. Fortunately, with the right changes, your risk can be significantly reduced

Daily Mirror

The PPE used throughout the COVID-19 pandemic is getting tangled up in wildlife

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, masking has been one of the key public health measures put in place to combat the disease. Since March 2020, billions of disposable surgical masks have been used around the world, raising the question: What happens to all those used masks?

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Evening Standard

Pneumonia outbreak in Argentina that killed 4 linked to Legionnaire’s disease

Four people died following the outbreak in the northern province of Tucuman

Daily Record

Beloved Scots firefighter dies from cancer minutes after wife and kids arrive to say goodbye

Harry Spence, 60, lost his fight with oesophageal cancer last month, a year after he was first diagnosed with the disease following a lifetime of hazardous working.

The Independent UK

New Covid warning over symptom that affects sleep

‘Isn’t that strange?’ scientist says as he shares different disease caused by BA.5

Daily Mirror

How to live longer by eating delicious immune-boosting berry

Elderberries have been used in Europe and northern Africa for a long time due to their high antioxidant content. The 'super fruit' is believed to help lower cholesterol levels, reduce blood sugar, keep the heart healthy and fight off serious diseases

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WEKU

Omicron boosters: Do I need one, and if so, when?

Updated COVID boosters are now available for anyone age 12 or older. The CDC is urging anyone who is eligible to sign up but some vaccine experts say some people might want to wait.

Zenger

Children Born From Frozen Embryos More Likely To Develop Cancer, Study Finds

Most common forms of the disease were leukemia and those affecting the central nervous system.

Bangkok Post

Covid-19 transmission rate set to fall

Covid-19 will become a respiratory disease that commonly spreads during wet and cold months, says a Chulalongkorn University virologist.

Inverse

Mice models for studying Alzheimer’s disease aren’t enough — here’s what will help

A more complementary animal model, however, could help researchers better translate the results from animal studies to humans.

Inverse

Four viral plant health trends that could destroy your beloved house plants

Multiple sites claim ice cubes can be used to give orchids a “just right” amount of water, but plant biologists say this advice is misguided.

The Guardian - AU

‘Ticking away in the back of my mind’: what does it mean to know the risk embedded in your DNA?

A scheme aims to help Australia become the first country to offer preventive genetic testing through public healthcare. Is that knowledge power?

Inverse

Can my pet get monkeypox? Here's what veterinarians say

Experts reveal what we know so far about monkeypox and pets, including how to protect your pet from it.

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