Obese Over 40 No Higher Heart Attack Risk, Lancet Study
Obese people over 40 now have similar cholesterol and blood pressure to healthy-weight individuals, thanks to widespread statin use, a Lancet study of 1 million adults finds.
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Obese Adults Healthier Than Lower Weight Peers in Some Cases
Many obese adults now have cholesterol and blood pressure levels indistinguishable from healthy-weight peers, a new study finds, with some even better off, largely due to statins.
Woman Left with 38 Brain Parasites After India Trip
Lowri Denman, 42, from Wales, was left with 38 parasitic cysts in her brain after contracting neurocysticercosis during a 2007 backpacking trip to India.
Tributes for Brave Girl, 11, Who Died of Rare Cancer
Caoimhe Dylan Keenan, 11, from Co Wicklow, died peacefully at home after a battle with rhabdomyosarcoma. Her family says 'time's forever frozen still' as tributes pour in.
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Rabies Resurfaces in New York After Nearly a Decade
Rabies has returned to New York's Nassau County after nearly a decade, with 25 animal cases confirmed. No human cases reported, but officials urge prevention.
Nine Dog Breeds Most at Risk of Heatstroke Revealed as UK Heatwave Hits
Experts reveal nine dog breeds most at risk of heatstroke during UK heatwave, with Chow Chows and Bulldogs topping the list.
Gun Violence Prevention Groups Disqualified from Grants Built Around Their Work
Trump administration disqualifies non-profits from gun violence prevention grants they helped create, shifting focus to law enforcement.
Climate Change Could Quadruple Homelessness in Australia by 2036, Study Warns
University of Sydney study warns climate change could quadruple homelessness in Australia by 2036 without fairer housing policies and emissions cuts.
Body of Missing British Teenager Jay Slater Found in Tenerife Ravine
Spanish police find body of missing British teenager Jay Slater in Tenerife ravine, suspected accidental fall.
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Dr Amir's ABCDE Skin Cancer Check Could Save Your Life
Dr Amir Khan shares the ABCDE checklist for spotting melanoma skin cancer, which could save lives. Learn the signs to look for.
UK Gov Defends Folic Acid in White Bread Against Petition
The UK government defends mandatory folic acid fortification of white flour as a public health measure to prevent neural tube defects, rejecting a petition calling for its end as unethical mass medication.
What's Really in a Hotdog? Experts Explain the Risks
Americans eat 50bn hotdogs annually, but nutrition experts warn they are ultra-processed, linked to cancer and heart disease, and recommend limiting consumption.
Maternity Adviser Quits Over 'Normal Birth' Warning Removal
Dr Bill Kirkup resigned as adviser to Valerie Amos's maternity review after a section criticizing 'normal birth ideology' was removed from the final report, citing patient safety dangers.
Danny Glover Reveals Alzheimer's Diagnosis at 79
Danny Glover, 79, reveals he has been living with Alzheimer's for several years, diagnosed after his 2022 honorary Oscar. He says 'your life continues' despite the diagnosis.
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Boy, 14, catches flesh-eating disease after lake swim
Jacob Butler, 14, developed necrotising fasciitis after cutting his leg on wire while swimming in a lake near Warrington. His leg was nearly amputated; he now warns of open water dangers.
CMO Visits Ayrshire Hospital for Realistic Medicine Tour
Chief Medical Officer Professor Sir Gregor Smith visited East Ayrshire Community Hospital to see how Realistic Medicine is embedded across NHS Ayrshire & Arran, focusing on person-centred care and resource efficiency.
£240k NHS Payout After Foot Amputation Due to Infection
A Durham man received a £240,000 NHS payout after his foot was amputated following an infected fracture. The patient fractured his ankle in May 2020, and despite treatment, developed MRSA, leading to life-saving amputation.
Trump Struggles to Enter Car Live on Fox News, Sparks Health Fears
Donald Trump sparked major health concerns after struggling to maintain balance while entering a vehicle live on Fox News, prompting viewers to question his fitness for office.
Forth Valley Hospital Plan to Ease ED Pressure
NHS Forth Valley has approved a £900,000 plan to expand staffing at Forth Valley Royal Hospital's Emergency Department to tackle rising demand and workforce shortages.
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NHS RSV Vaccine Expansion for 65-74 Year-Olds from Sept 1
From September 1, the NHS will offer the RSV vaccine to adults aged 65-74 with chronic respiratory conditions or weakened immune systems, expanding eligibility to hundreds of thousands more people.
NHS Expands Free RSV Vaccine to Millions from September
From September 1, the NHS will offer free RSV jabs to adults aged 65-74 with chronic conditions or weak immune systems, expanding eligibility to hundreds of thousands.
Gym Overexertion Lands Woman in Hospital with Rhabdomyolysis
Exertional rhabdomyolysis is on the rise due to high-intensity workouts. Learn how one woman's bootcamp class led to a seven-day hospital stay with a CK count of 57,000.
Patient Tested for Ebola at Glasgow Hospital, No Cases Yet
A patient at Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital is being tested for Ebola. Public Health Scotland says no confirmed cases exist, and risk to the UK remains low.
NHS: 4M Women with Irregular Periods Should Be Checked for PMOS
Up to 4 million women with irregular periods should be investigated for polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), according to new NHS guidance, as the condition is frequently underdiagnosed and inconsistently managed.
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Poll: nearly half fear accessing morning-after pill on Sundays
A YouGov poll for the College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare reveals 47% think it would be hard to get emergency contraception on a Sunday, prompting calls for wider retail availability.
AFL Faces Existential Threat from CTE After Four Corners
The AFL is under scrutiny after a Four Corners episode on CTE, with families, coroners, and litigants questioning the league's responsibility and slow response to head trauma risks.
Opioid Drug Sublocade to Be Pulled from Australia by End of 2024
US pharmaceutical company Indivior will end marketing and sale of Sublocade in Australia from 31 December, citing a commercial decision, alarming doctors and pharmacists.
500,000 New Yorkers lose health insurance due to Trump cuts
Nearly 500,000 moderate-income New Yorkers will lose health insurance on July 1 due to HR 1, the Republican law that cut $911bn in health spending. Community organizations scramble to find alternatives as many cannot afford new plans.
Medicare pilot offers GLP-1 drugs for $50 a month
A new Medicare pilot program launching July 1 will allow some adults 65+ to get GLP-1 weight loss drugs for $50/month, raising hopes and concerns about access and sustainability.
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Millions with PMOS to Get Yearly NHS Check-ups Under New NICE Draft
NICE draft guidance recommends annual NHS check-ups for the 3-4 million UK women with PMOS, aiming to end years of missed diagnoses and reduce risks of diabetes, heart disease, and fertility problems.
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