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Katherine Ryan opens up about new cancer battle after shocking misdiagnosis

The 41-year-old comedian opened up about her melanoma diagnosis in the latest episode of her podcast Telling Everybody Everything

Evening Standard

Two die from chikungunya as virus spreads on France's Reunion Island

A mosquito-borne disease called chikungunya has killed two elderly people on France's Reunion Island, local authorities said on Friday.

Radio France Internationale

Koalas 'closer to extinction' with new disease outbreak

A potentially devastating disease has been found in one state's last healthy koala population, further endangering the species.

AAP

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Chlamydia detected in Sydney’s only disease-free koala population

Two animals tested positive after being rescued in Appin, prompting biosecurity measures to stop the disease spreading

The Guardian - AU

Rage and autoimmune disease: is there a link between suppressed anger and the women’s health crisis?

In the midst of a women’s health crisis, could bottled rage be the source of what ails us?

The Independent UK

Biological secrets of world's oldest woman, Maria Branyas Morera, revealed after death

A study of a woman who died in 2024 as the oldest person on Earth attempts to untangle the factors that enable some people to ward off disease in old age.

LiveScience

Anti-Vaxx Mom Whose Daughter Died From Measles Says Disease 'Wasn't That Bad'

The parents of a Texas child who died from measles appeared in a video formulated by an anti-vaccine group where they continued to push against vaccines.

Latin Times

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Global aid cuts are ‘crippling’ the fight against the world’s deadliest infectious disease, WHO says

Nine countries are struggling to access TB drugs, which could impact people’s treatment.

Euronews

Insomnia can lead to heart issues − a psychologist recommends changes that can improve sleep

About 10% of Americans say they have chronic insomnia, and millions of others report poor sleep quality. Ongoing research has found that bad sleep could lead to numerous health problems, including heart disease.

The Conversation

New drug could reduce risk of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease

The results boost hopes similar treatments being developed to target more common forms of Alzheimer's - that appear when people reach their sixties, seventies and eighties - might also be effective.

The Independent UK

“I’m getting better day by day. The progress I’m making is excellent”: Brian Setzer says he’s recovering well after an autoimmune disease left him unable to play guitar

The Stray Cats’ rockabilly legend dreams of returning to the stage as soon as possible

Guitar World

Audrey Evans Cofounded Ronald McDonald House With A Dream Of Hope

Dr. Audrey Evans was double lucky when she grew up.

Investors Business Daily

‘Don’t call it zombie deer disease’: scientists warn of ‘global crisis’ as infections spread across the US

The contagious, fatal illness in deer, elk and moose must be taken seriously, say experts as it takes hold in the US and reaches other countries. While it has not infected humans yet, the risk is growing

The Guardian - UK

What is babesiosis? The parasitic infection that 'eats' your red blood cells

Most people exposed to the parasites behind babesiosis don't get sick, but for others, the infection can be deadly.

LiveScience

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Doctors raise alarm about “sloth fever"

The Oropouche virus has been linked to Zika-like outcomes in pregnant people, with cases more than doubling in 2024

The Independent UK

Researchers find a hint at how to delay Alzheimer's symptoms. Now they have to prove it

An experimental treatment appears to postpone Alzheimer's symptoms in some people genetically destined to get the disease at a young age

LiveScience

'We have to fight for a better end': Author John Green on how threats to USAID derail the worldwide effort to end tuberculosis

Live Science spoke with author John Green about his latest book, which explores both the history and current realities of tuberculosis.

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5 plants you should never grow with tomatoes – experts warn they can cause poor-quality fruits and disease

You say tomato, we say tomato – but you'll have to call the whole thing off if you sow yours next to any of these pesky plants...

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The Conversation

Chimpanzee genes have changed over time to suit local conditions – new study

Chimpanzees are humans’ closest living relatives, sharing over 98% of our DNA. They are endangered, with fewer than 250,000 left and an annual decline of between 1.5% and 6%. This is due to habitat destruction, hunting and infectious diseases, among other threats.

Investors Business Daily

Roivant And Immunovant Won't Seek Approval Despite Phase 3 Win. Why Shares Rose.

Immunovant and Roivant Sciences said Wednesday their rare disease drug succeeded in a final-phase study, but the duo won't seek approval.

The Conversation

First Nations Australians are more likely to present to hospital with asthma and allergies – new research

Australia is often called the allergy capital of the world. Allergic diseases – such as allergic asthma, hay fever, eczema and food allergies – affect almost one in five people. And this figure is expected to rise in the years to come.

The Independent UK

How food poisoning can trigger autoimmune diseases

Exposure to bacteria through unwashed or raw food can result in life-changing and debilitating consequences

The Independent UK

Australia’s growing heatwave threat is putting strain on people’s hearts, study warns

Nearly 50,000 years of healthy life are lost annually to cardiovascular disease caused by heat

The Texas Tribune

After COVID, Texas is less prepared for the next pandemic

Five years after Texas’ first COVID death, the state spends less on public health, vaccination rates have dropped and a distrust of authority has taken hold.

Fortune

RFK Jr. and beauty influencers are raving about the health benefits of beef tallow. Here's what science says

Experts warn that the stuff is about 50% saturated fat, which raises the risk of high cholesterol and heart disease.

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