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New hope for Huntington’s families as gene therapy shows remarkable results

A company called uniQure has announced promising results from a trial of a new gene therapy for Huntington’s disease. The news has spread quickly through families affected by this condition, who have been desperately waiting for a treatment that can stop or slow down this devastating illness.

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What is lecanemab, the newly approved Alzheimer’s drug? Can it really slow down dementia?

Dementia is a condition that results in progressive memory or thinking problems. It’s now the most common cause of death in Australia. There are many different causes of dementia, but Alzheimer’s disease accounts for around 60–80% of all cases.

The Conversation

Woman says finding cures should be priority after father’s heart attack aged 38

Billy Cunningham, from Cumbernauld, now lives with stage four heart disease, despite only just turning 40.

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How alcohol contributes to the epidemic of liver disease

Research has revealed a steep increase in liver disease in recent years. Meanwhile, there is growing evidence of health harms from alcohol, including drinking at levels that were previously considered “moderate.” These developments make a persuasive case for viewing alcohol consumption from a public health perspective.

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Study finds singing these three songs could help treat lung disease

Researchers may have found a safe and effective treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and interstitial lung disease (ILD)

The Independent UK

Singing songs by Elvis and The Beatles can help lung patients – study

A new study saw patients given singing therapy in group sessions online.

Evening Standard

As my daughter got sicker and sicker, our quest for answers dragged on. How did we all miss the bacteria taking over her body?

I write about nature, but when Milly got sick with a mystery illness, it never occurred to me that a long-forgotten tick bite could be the cause

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Here's what to know about CTE, the brain disease the NYC shooter blamed for his mental health issues

The man who killed four people in the New York City skyscraper that is home to NFL headquarters carried a note blaming the league for his mental health problems

The Independent UK

Why a study claiming vaccines cause chronic illness is severely flawed – a biostatistician explains the biases and unsupported conclusions

At a Senate hearing on Sept. 9, 2025, on the corruption of science, witnesses presented an unpublished study that made a big assertion.

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Judas Priest release song featuring Ozzy Osbourne to raise money for Parkinson’s

Osbourne, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2019, died at the age of 76 in July.

Evening Standard

Scientists are unraveling the link between pollution and psoriasis

Researchers are uncovering how air pollution can trigger and worsen psoriasis, a chronic skin disease affecting millions worldwide.

LiveScience

Rivals star Lisa McGrillis unveils giant hourglass to show heart disease kills a Brit every three minutes

The installation was unveiled in London South Bank by the actress and her friend Mary Cann

Evening Standard

FDA Approves Eli Lilly's Drug For Advanced Breast Cancer

On Thursday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Eli Lilly and Co.’s (NYSE: LLY) Inluriyo (imlunestrant) for adults with estrogen receptor-positive (ER+), human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative (HER2–), ESR1-mutated advanced or metastatic breast cancer (MBC) whose disease progressed after at least one line of endocrine therapy (ET).

Benzinga

Could Harrow's New Sedation Pill Change Millions Of Medical Procedures Forever?

Harrow, Inc. (NASDAQ: HROW), a U.S.-based provider of ophthalmic disease management solutions, announced on Friday that it has agreed to acquire Melt Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a clinical-stage company developing non-opioid, non-IV sedation therapies for hospitals and outpatient care.

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How sea star wasting disease transformed the West Coast’s ecology and economy

Before 2013, divers on North America’s west coast rarely saw purple sea urchins. The spiky animals, which are voracious kelp eaters,- were a favorite food of the coast’s iconic sunflower sea stars. The giant sea stars, recognizable for their many arms, kept the urchin population in check, with the help…

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Calling in the animal drug detectives − helping veterinarians help beluga whales, goats and all creatures big and small

In my work as a veterinary pharmacologist, I never know exactly what I’m going to get when I open my email. It could be a request from a veterinarian asking my team to determine the concentration of a drug to treat the shell of a turtle infected with fungal disease.…

Medical Daily

CDC Report Shows More Children Are Either Dying or Becoming Severely Ill With Flu Amid Declining Vaccination Rates

A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report showed that more children are becoming severely ill or dying from the flu as vaccination rates decline.

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Friday briefing: The Huntington’s treatment is a ray of light for victims of a brutal disease

In today’s newsletter: A gene therapy trial has successfully treated Huntington’s for the first time – one of several recent groundbreaking medical advances bringing hope in gloomy times

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Kasey Walsh on Advocacy, Genetic Testing, and Building a Platform to Transform Families' Stories Into Change

Winsights.life envisions a HIPAA-protected space where families own their health data, track their child's progress, and connect with others navigating similar conditions.

Homes & Gardens

When pruning can kill your tree – expert arborists reveal the danger periods to avoid

Pruning trees during these periods can endanger their health and vitality

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What Pet Insurance Does and Doesn’t Cover

Pet insurance can save you thousands on vet bills, but it doesn’t cover everything. Here are the key types of coverage and exclusions you need to know.

The Guardian - UK

What is the impact of vaping on teeth and oral health?

We look at the science behind vaping and the claims it causes tooth decay, gum disease and dry mouth

International Business Times UK

Gut Health Surges: Why Fibre Is the UK's Newest Superfood

Is 2025 the year of fibre? Experts reveal how this gut health superfood reduces disease risk, improves digestion, and fuels everyday energy.

Benzinga

Why Capricor Therapeutics Stock Is Surging Today

Shares of Capricor Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: CAPR) are up Thursday after the company announced progress regarding one of its rare disease therapeutics. The biotech company’s stock jumped 18% immediately following the news.

The Independent UK

Deer are dying across the mid-Atlantic from a virus transmitted by the ‘no-see-ums’

Epizootic hemorrhagic disease is killing white-tailed deer in states like Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia

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