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Mediterranean diet linked to heart-protecting mitochondrial microproteins
New research from USC suggests the Mediterranean diet may protect the heart and brain by activating tiny proteins within the mitochondria.
ECDC reports rise in drug-resistant gonorrhoea across Europe
Health authorities are tracking a rise in locally acquired, antibiotic-resistant gonorrhoea cases across the European Union. New data highlights the declining effectiveness of standard ceftriaxone treatments.
Up to 45% of dementia risk can be prevented, delayed: WHO
Updated WHO guidelines shift the perception of dementia from an inevitable consequence of aging to a manageable public health priority.
UN warns transport of Ebola bodies within Congo risks further virus spread
The transport of deceased Ebola patients across the Democratic Republic of Congo complicates containment efforts, as traditional rites drive transmission. Officials are now mandating that specialized teams perform burials to prevent further spread of the virus.
Pancreatic cancer vaccine shows safety and durable immune response in trial
A phase I trial shows the mKRAS-VAX vaccine can stimulate long-term T-cell responses in individuals with precancerous pancreatic lesions and is well tolerated.
Up to 45% of dementia risk can be prevented or delayed — WHO
The World Health Organization has updated its international guidelines, identifying 14 modifiable risk factors that influence the development of dementia. These findings provide a framework for public health policy and individual cognitive health management.
AMC Stands with Shamattawa First Nation Following State of Emergency
Shamattawa First Nation has declared a state of emergency as it battles a hepatitis A outbreak that has strained the community's limited resources. The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs is calling for urgent federal and provincial cooperation to provide medical support and infrastructure improvements.
Ebola patients flee DR Congo hospitals following violent attacks
Violent disruptions at medical centers in northeastern DR Congo have forced patients to flee, hampering containment efforts for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola.
Weizmann Institute Alzheimer's immunotherapy clears Phase 1 safety trial
A Phase 1b trial of the immunotherapy IBC-Ab002 has successfully met safety endpoints, marking a potential shift in treating Alzheimer's as a systemic immune disorder.
Global childhood immunization coverage inches forward despite conflict
New WHO-UNICEF data shows global immunization rates are slowly recovering from pandemic-era setbacks, though millions of children remain unprotected.
What if a shingles jab could also protect your brain?
Emerging research indicates that the shingles vaccine might provide neuroprotective benefits beyond preventing painful rashes, potentially reducing dementia risk in older adults.
Sri Lanka deploys military to combat escalating dengue fever outbreak
Sri Lanka has deployed military personnel to assist in an urgent anti-dengue campaign following a surge of 68,672 infections and 49 confirmed deaths.
Up to 45% of dementia risk can be prevented or delayed: WHO
The World Health Organization has released updated guidelines identifying modifiable health and lifestyle factors that can prevent or delay dementia. Researchers are also exploring new diagnostic blood tests and experimental drug therapies to address cognitive decline.
Congo Ebola outbreak tops 2,000 cases as health workers strike
Frontline health workers in Ituri province have launched strikes over unpaid wages as the Ebola death toll rises and transmission chains remain unidentified.
4 things you can do now to avoid a knee or hip replacement later in life
Medical experts suggest that proactive lifestyle adjustments, such as maintaining a healthy weight and strengthening surrounding muscles, can improve joint health.
UN warns of global vaccination gaps and rising disease outbreaks
Despite incremental gains in infant immunization rates, the UN warns that geopolitical conflict, misinformation, and aid cuts threaten recent progress.
New Zealand reports first H5N1 bird flu case in a brown skua seabird
New Zealand has recorded its first-ever case of the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza in a brown skua found on Petone Beach. Authorities have launched a vaccination program for select endangered species as they move to an active national response.
WHO launches clinical trial of antiviral to prevent Bundibugyo Ebola strain
Health officials have launched clinical trials to evaluate treatments and preventive drugs for the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus. The studies target both active infections and post-exposure prophylaxis to combat the ongoing outbreak.
Congo Ebola outbreak likely four times larger than official data suggests
Experts warn that the true scale of the DRC's Ebola crisis is likely hidden, as most new cases in Bunia appear outside of established contact lists.
Common risk factors for dementia vary between rich, poor countries: Study
A study of over 214,000 individuals across 14 countries shows that dementia risk factors shift based on a nation's wealth, challenging universal prevention models.