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Ebola outbreak a ‘wake-up call’ to the danger of US and UK aid cuts

As cases start to spread from DRC, former government minister Rory Stewart said: ‘I’m not trying to start a scare - I’m hoping people will see this and realise how dangerous this is’

The Independent UK

Deadly disease outbreak linked to waning vaccinations

One of Australia's worst diphtheria outbreaks has spread across the nation with fears the respiratory disease has claimed a life in an outback community.

AAP

5 Animals That May Disappear Sooner Than You Think

Some species are disappearing so silently that the world barely notices. No breaking news. No sudden alarms. Just shrinking forests, polluted rivers, warming oceans, and animal populations falling year after year. Some creatures now survive in such tiny numbers that scientists struggle to even find them in the wild. And…

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What to know about the Bundibugyo virus, a species of Ebola causing an outbreak in Congo

The species of Ebola virus causing an outbreak in Congo that has killed nearly 120 people is less common than other Ebola viruses, which is complicating the response because there are no specific treatments or vaccines

The Independent UK

Ebola strain spreading in Congo and Uganda has no approved vaccine

As a deadly outbreak of Ebola virus spreads in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on May 17, 2026, that it is transferring “a small number of Americans” who were in Congo and who were exposed to the virus.

The Conversation

A Blood Test That Predicts Alzheimer’s? New p-Tau217 ‘Clock’ Forecasts Symptom Onset Within 3–4 Years—20 Years If Elevated at 60, Just 11 at 80

An estimated over 900,000 Americans aged 65 and older develop Alzheimer’s disease each year. With numbers like that, many families are just wondering when the...

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30 Is the New 40: Updated Cholesterol Guidelines Lower Screening Age and Set Stricter LDL Targets to Catch Heart Problems Earlier

For years, many adults assumed cholesterol checks were something to worry about after turning 40, especially if they felt healthy and exercised regularly. New cholesterol guidelines are changing that mindset by encouraging earlier screening and more aggressive LDL cholesterol targets for younger adults. Cardiologists now believe heart disease prevention should…

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‘It’s heartbreaking’: panic in eastern DRC over return of Ebola

Residents of Ituri province fear spread of disease and economic impact of outbreak six years after the last

The Guardian - UK

A 4-Week Diabetes Miracle? All 10 Patients in a Chicago Trial Achieved Insulin Independence — Could This Cure Be Coming Soon

For millions of Americans living with Type 1 diabetes, every day revolves around insulin shots, glucose monitors, meal planning, and the constant fear of dangerous blood sugar swings. That is why a small but groundbreaking clinical trial in Chicago is creating massive buzz in the medical world. Researchers reported that…

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Deadly Ebola outbreak is a public health emergency of international concern, WHO declares

Health officials suspect that an Ebola epidemic has killed 100 people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with the World Health Organization declaring it a public health emergency.

LiveScience

Men’s Silent Killers: 5 Mild Symptoms That Signal Serious Health Problems

Men often brush off small changes in their bodies, assuming stress, age, or lack of sleep explains everything. That mindset can quietly open the door to serious medical conditions that build over time without loud warning bells. Many life-threatening diseases start with symptoms so mild that they feel almost normal.…

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How Extreme Weather Can Raise Heart Attack Risk by 3%—What You Should Know

Heat waves, cold snaps, and severe storms are becoming more common across the United States, and doctors are paying close attention to how these conditions affect heart health. Recent research found that every day with temperatures above 100 degrees Fahrenheit may raise cardiovascular disease risk by about 3%, especially in…

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5 Disease Prevention Tips That Actually Work

Gardening brings joy, fresh food, and a surprising amount of drama when diseases sneak into the picture. One week the tomatoes look perfect, and the next week, strange spots, wilting leaves, or powdery coatings start spreading like wildfire. Many gardeners lose plants not because they lack effort, but because they…

Frugal Gardening

Infectious diseases such as hantavirus and Ebola becoming more frequent and damaging, say experts

Pandemic report warns of growing global threat as health teams in Africa move to contain Ebola outbreak

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The Independent UK

Photos from Congo and Uganda as WHO declare health emergency over Ebola

The World Health Organization declared the Ebola disease outbreak a public health emergency of international concern, after more than 300 suspected cases. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

The Conversation

Hantavirus in Africa: why climate change, rats and weak surveillance are worrying scientists

Hantaviruses are not new. They have circulated for decades in rodent populations, particularly in rats and mice. Humans can become infected if they are bitten or scratched by a rodent or by inhaling aerosolised particles. These are tiny bits of rodent urine, faeces or saliva floating through the air that…

The Economic Times

Officials says India closely monitoring Ebola situation, experts urge vigilance

Global health authorities are on alert as Ebola cases rise in Africa. Indian health officials are closely watching the situation and reviewing preparedness measures. Experts highlight robust airport screening and surveillance systems in India. Ebola spreads through direct contact, not airborne transmission like COVID-19. Early detection and infection control are…

The Independent UK

Grey’s Anatomy and Better Call Saul star announces ALS disease battle

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Susanna Reid pours smoothie on her head as Ed Balls says 'I'm going to be sick' in GMB chaos

The presenter, 55, took part in the challenge to raise awareness for a reality star’s heartbreaking illness

Medical Daily

How Vaccines Use Antigens and Antibodies to Build Immune Memory Without Illness

Learn how vaccines use antigens to trigger antibodies and build immune memory, providing effective immune training without illness and long-term protection against infectious diseases.

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Mike Tindall shares update on Parkinson's-stricken dad

Mike Tindall's dad, Philip, is a "shell of what he once was" because of Parkinson's Disease.

The Independent UK

Congo health minister announces 3 Ebola treatment centers in Ituri amid ongoing outbreak

The Congolese health minister has announced the opening of three treatment centers in eastern Congo as the Ebola outbreak continues

The Conversation

Ebola survivors struggle to return to normal lives: what I found out in Sierra Leone and Liberia

During the Ebola epidemic of 2014 to 2016, Musu, a resident of Monrovia, Liberia contracted the Ebola virus along with her husband, five sons and daughter.

The Economic Times

What is Ebola, how does it spread and is there any outbreak in India? All FAQs answered

Ebola outbreak: The World Health Organization has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a public health emergency. Driven by the Bundibugyo virus, the disease has caused significant fatalities. Health officials urge caution and preventive measures, emphasizing that Ebola spreads through direct contact with…

The Economic Times

Ebola outbreak sparks concern in India, US: Should you be worried? Here's what you need to know about signs, symptoms and prevention

Ebola in India: The WHO has declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency with over 300 cases and 88 deaths. Indian and US health experts assure no need for panic, emphasizing Ebola's direct contact spread, unlike COVID-19, while stressing vigilance and early detection. There are…

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