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Common dental problem linked to breast cancer by new study

A bacterium associated with gum disease can speed tumor growth once it enters the bloodstream

The Independent UK

I’m a kidney surgeon. Here’s why I hope I never see you

As a urological surgeon, I meet many patients with chronic (long-term) kidney disease.

The Conversation

NHS watchdog to review evidence on two pioneering Alzheimer’s drugs

Donanemab and lecanemab were licensed for use in the UK in 2024 but were not made available on the NHS after Nice deemed their benefits “too small” to justify the cost

The Independent UK

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Deadly meningitis is spreading in the UK. Could an outbreak happen in the US?

Meningococcal disease kills 10 to 15 infected people out of every 100 - even when it is treated

The Independent UK

Friday essay: my mother survived polio – stories like hers show why vaccination matters

Measles cases have already been reported in most states in Australia this year. Cases tripled here last year, compared with the previous one. It’s hard to believe just over a decade earlier, in 2014, the disease had been declared eliminated in Australia by the World Health Organization, thanks to the…

The Conversation

Why endometriosis should be classified as a whole-body inflammatory disorder

Endometriosis is a painful, debilitating condition affecting 10% of women worldwide. It occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (known as lesions) grows elsewhere in the body – usually within the pelvis.

The Conversation

Could data from 100 million species help cure disease? One startup is betting on it

Basecamp Research’s new trillion-gene project highlights a key divide: while AI training data is increasingly contested, biological data is being framed as a path to scientific discovery.

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'My son died of meningitis — this is what I want people to know'

As the meningitis outbreak in Kent continues, Sue Astley Theodossiadis speaks about losing her son Alex to the disease

Evening Standard

The Silent Killer Is Still #1—These Heart Disease Stats Tell the Real Story

Heart disease doesn’t announce itself with fanfare or warning signs—it quietly stakes a claim as the leading cause of death year after year. Millions of lives are touched by it, and the numbers don’t lie: nearly one in every four deaths in the United States stems from some form of…

Clever Dude

March Lawn Care Mistakes That Cost Money

March signals a fresh start for lawns, but rushing into spring chores without a plan can quickly turn green dreams into money-draining disasters. The ground may thaw, and sunlight returns, but that doesn’t mean every lawn needs aggressive treatment. Mistakes in timing, technique, or product selection can leave grass patchy,…

Frugal Gardening

Type 1 diabetes linked to higher dementia risk – new study

As increasing numbers of people with type 1 diabetes live into old age, a large new study has found they face almost three times the risk of developing dementia compared to people without the condition – raising urgent questions about how the disease affects the brain over time.

The Conversation

Health Secretary promises more meningitis vaccines as number of cases rise to 27

Wes Streeting said the spread of meningitis is not like Covid but he wanted more people to be protected.

The Independent UK

Spending more on defence and less on aid does not mean walking away from our values and responsibilities – here’s why

As conflict escalates around the globe responding to security threats is a cost we must bear, but a Labour government will always find the means to stand up against disease and hunger, says the foreign secretary, Yvette Cooper

The Guardian - UK

Thursday briefing: The largest cluster of cases in a generation – what’s behind the meningitis B outbreak?

In today’s newsletter: After a spate of infections linked to a nightclub in Kent, some parents and experts are questioning the UK’s vaccination regime

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What is behind the UK’s meningitis outbreak and how serious is it?

Cases of MenB linked to Canterbury nightclub have risen to 20, with two deaths, as experts warn of ‘explosive’ outbreak

The Conversation

Climate change could pose a major risk to cassava in Africa: study sets out what can be done now

Cassava is a starchy, tuberous root, introduced to sub-Saharan Africa by Portuguese traders centuries ago. It is a nutrition lifeboat for over 800 million people worldwide.

Clever Dude

Bleeding Gums Aren’t Normal and These Early Signs Point to Gum Disease

A toothbrush stained with pink should set off alarms, not excuses. Gums don’t bleed because they feel dramatic that day—they bleed because something has gone wrong, and ignoring it only gives that problem more room to grow. Gum disease builds slowly, quietly, and then suddenly demands attention when the damage…

The Conversation

Kent’s meningitis outbreak was years in the making – here’s why

Two young people are dead and 20 are receiving treatment after a meningitis outbreak at the University of Kent. The students caught up in it belong to a generation that has never been routinely vaccinated against the strain responsible.

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Millions of CT scans are done every year – most leave important data behind

Recently, a patient came to the hospital where I work with a persistent cough. Their doctor had ordered a CT scan – a type of imaging that creates detailed cross-sectional pictures of the body’s interior – to look for pneumonia or another infection.

Medical Daily

Processed Food Health Risks and How Ultra-Processed Diets Quietly Damage Long-Term Health

Explore how ultra-processed foods impact weight, heart health, diabetes, mood, and gut balance while learning practical ways to reduce processed food health risks in everyday meals.

Woman & Home

'Stay alert but don't panic' - Dr Amir Khan reveals early meningitis symptoms and when to seek help

W&H resident doctor reveals the meningitis need-to-knows for adults as another five cases are confirmed in Kent

The Guardian - UK

Number of meningitis cases investigated in Kent rises to 20

Thousands of students to be offered vaccines in response to quickest-growing outbreak experts have seen

Tom’s Guide

5 common lawn care mistakes that are killing your yard — avoid them this spring

Repeating the same mistakes time after time can lead to a lawn that's beyond repair, so here are some common mistakes to be aware of.

Evening Standard

Probable case of meningococcal disease being investigated at Belfast school

The PHA said the case is not linked to the ongoing meningitis outbreak in England, which has claimed the lives of two young people.

The Independent UK

Probable case of meningococcal disease being investigated at school in Belfast

Meningococcal disease can cause meningitis

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