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Splash Pads Are Full Of Disease-Spreading Fecal Water, CDC Warns Parents In Shocking Report

A new shocking report from the CDC found that children's splash pads are full of disease-spreading fecal water.

International Business Times

Kevin Sinfield on track to pass fundraising target in latest endurance challenge

It is Sinfield’s fifth challenge in support of motor neurone disease charities.

The Independent UK

Splash Pads Are Full of Disease-Spreading Fecal Water, CDC Warns Parents in Shocking Report

A new shocking report from the CDC found that children's splash pads are full of disease-spreading fecal water.

Latin Times

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A mystery illness has killed dozens of people in Congo. UN experts are now investigating

The World Health Organization said Friday it deployed experts to investigate a mystery flu-like disease that in recent weeks killed dozens of people in southwest Congo

The Independent UK

Congo On Alert Over Mystery Flu-Like Disease Outbreak

Health officials in Africa monitor a mysterious flu-like disease in Congo with 71 deaths. Symptoms include fever, headache, and cough.

Top News

Mystery disease kills dozens in Congo – what we know so far

A “mystery disease” recently struck the south-western corner of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), killing between 67 and 143 people over two weeks. The disease was reported to cause flu-like symptoms of fever, headache, cough and anaemia.

The Conversation

Atypical BSE confirmed on Scottish farm as officials say no risk to human health

It has been described as a ‘isolated case’ in a cow in Dumfries and Galloway.

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Case of mad cow disease confirmed on Scottish farm

A CASE of mad cow disease has been confirmed in a cow on a farm in Scotland...

The National (Scotland)

Five ways to make your daily walks even more beneficial

Physical activity doesn’t need to be complicated. Even just a brisk, ten-minute daily walk can deliver a host of health benefits – lowering the risk of several diseases, including heart disease, stroke and several cancers.

The Conversation

Mad cow disease case confirmed on Scottish farm

Precautionary movement restrictions have been put in place on the farm and other animals

The Independent UK

MasterChef Strictly special star speaks out after BBC axes show amid Gregg Wallace row

‘Strictly Come Dancing’ star said she’s ‘gutted’ by recent events

The Independent UK

Amy Dowden ‘gutted’ MasterChef Strictly special axed amid Gregg Wallace scandal

The Strictly Come Dancing star was among the professionals dancers who were to feature in the Strictly Festive Extravaganza

Evening Standard

Low sodium diet: the benefits of reducing salt and what foods to eat

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CTE risk identified in another popular sport - and the danger grows with each year of participation

The brain disease is frequently found in former contact sport athletes who’ve experienced multiple head injuries

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Fortune

You test your cholesterol levels. But what about lipoprotein(a)?

It's not only cholesterol that's worrisome: Elevated levels of lipoprotein(a) increase your risk of heart attack and stroke.

The Independent UK

Congo government says it's 'on alert' over mystery flu-like disease that killed dozens

Congo’s health minister says the government is on alert over a mystery flu-like disease that in recent weeks killed dozens of people

Radio France Internationale

Mystery illness claims more than 140 lives in remote DRC province

An unknown disease has killed at least 143 people in Democratic Republic of Congo's southwestern Kwango province, with local officials warning the death toll will continue to rise.

Fortune

Beer, wine, and liquor increase your risk of cancer. But most Americans don’t know it, survey says

One in five U.S. adults thinks alcohol has “no effect” on their risk of developing the deadly disease.

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Acromegaly: A disease that causes adults to grow uncontrollably

Patients with acromegaly make too much growth hormone, which causes them to grow disproportionately large bones, organs and tissues.

Top News

Deadly Flu-Like Disease Investigated In Congo

Flu-like disease outbreak in Congo raises concerns with dozens of deaths reported. Epidemiological experts dispatched to investigate and contain the illness.

The Conversation

The genetic risk of depression is a stronger predictor of heart problems in women than men: new research

Heart disease is the leading cause of death globally in both men and women.

The Independent UK

Kevin Sinfield honours Doddie Weir in Glasgow ultra-marathon challenge

Sinfield and his team sported Weir’s tartan on their running kit

Salon

MAHA? Address lack of social support

Restricting access to vaccines and going after the food industry won't Make America Healthy Again, experts say

Evening Standard

New therapy for Huntington’s disease ‘may slow progression’

There are thought to be around 7,000 people living with Huntington’s disease in the UK.

The Independent UK

Christmas market cancels reindeer show over disease concerns

Local councillor Nick Coultish says he was saddened to hear that the reindeer would not be attending

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