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Sri Lanka dengue cases rise to 61,060 as Western Province hospitals

Sri Lanka dengue cases rise to 61,060 as Western Province hospitals

Sri Lanka is grappling with a sharp increase in dengue infections as hospitals in the Western Province reach maximum capacity. Health authorities are pivoting to proactive vector control as monsoon rains fuel the rapid spread of the virus.

Health ·6 Jul 2026, 12:02 ·Lina Park 3 min read
UC Berkeley Researchers Identify Brain Circuit Controlling Sleep-Based Growth

UC Berkeley Researchers Identify Brain Circuit Controlling Sleep-Based Growth

Scientists have identified the hypothalamic sleep switch that triggers growth hormone pulses during non-REM sleep. This discovery provides insights into how sleep-driven hormonal repair affects metabolic health and neurological conditions.

Health ·6 Jul 2026, 09:42 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Bryan Johnson reveals diagnosis of incurable autoimmune gastritis

Bryan Johnson reveals diagnosis of incurable autoimmune gastritis

Technology entrepreneur Bryan Johnson has revealed a diagnosis of autoimmune gastritis, an immune-mediated disorder affecting his stomach lining. He intends to explore experimental interventions to address the condition, which is currently considered incurable by medical standards.

Health ·5 Jul 2026, 23:02 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Measles death toll rises to 738 as 7 more children die in 24hrs

Measles death toll rises to 738 as 7 more children die in 24hrs

The measles crisis in Bangladesh has intensified as health authorities report 7 new child deaths, pushing the national death toll to 738. Officials continue to manage a high volume of new infections and pediatric hospital admissions.

Health ·5 Jul 2026, 14:39 ·Lina Park 3 min read
New South Wales becomes third Australian state to confirm H5N1 bird flu case

New South Wales becomes third Australian state to confirm H5N1 bird flu case

New South Wales is the third Australian state to detect H5N1 bird flu after finding the virus in a migratory seabird. Officials confirm the risk to the public remains low and poultry supplies are secure.

Health ·5 Jul 2026, 12:33 ·Lina Park 3 min read
NYC health officials investigate cluster of 14 Legionnaires' disease cases

NYC health officials investigate cluster of 14 Legionnaires' disease cases

The New York City Department of Health is currently investigating a cluster of 14 cases of Legionnaires' disease in the Upper East Side neighborhoods.

Health ·5 Jul 2026, 03:33 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Cherries can be included in a diabetes diet when portion sizes are managed

Cherries can be included in a diabetes diet when portion sizes are managed

Cherries can be a nutritious part of a diabetes-friendly diet when portion sizes are managed. Experts recommend fresh or frozen fruit to maintain fiber.

Health ·4 Jul 2026, 23:34 ·Lina Park 3 min read
WHO launches global database on sexually transmitted infection prevalence

WHO launches global database on sexually transmitted infection prevalence

The World Health Organization has launched the STI Prevalence Atlas, an open-access repository consolidating research on five sexually transmitted infections. The platform aims to provide standardized data to help policymakers design targeted prevention strategies and monitor transmission.

Health ·4 Jul 2026, 21:34 ·Lina Park 4 min read
Experts highlight early detection, lifestyle changes to reduce dementia risk

Experts highlight early detection, lifestyle changes to reduce dementia risk

Healthcare professionals are shifting toward a proactive model of dementia care, emphasizing early diagnostic screening and evidence-based lifestyle modifications to delay cognitive decline.

Health ·4 Jul 2026, 20:35 ·Lina Park 3 min read
AI models improve surgical recognition of complex pelvic anatomy

AI models improve surgical recognition of complex pelvic anatomy

Researchers have developed AI-driven surgical navigation tools to assist clinicians in identifying critical pelvic anatomy, including nerves and vessels. These systems aim to aid surgeons in navigating the complex pelvic environment and improving the recognition of key structures.

Health ·4 Jul 2026, 14:36 ·Lina Park 3 min read
DR Congo reports 1,502 confirmed Ebola cases amid outbreak expansion

DR Congo reports 1,502 confirmed Ebola cases amid outbreak expansion

Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have reached 1,502, creating a public health crisis across the nation's eastern provinces. Medical authorities face significant containment hurdles as the virus spreads through areas affected by conflict.

Health ·4 Jul 2026, 09:32 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Poultry precautions urged as bird flu threat spreads

Poultry precautions urged as bird flu threat spreads

Agricultural authorities are urging poultry producers to upgrade biosecurity as the highly pathogenic H5N1 virus reaches Australia's east coast and continues to devastate US farms.

Health ·4 Jul 2026, 08:36 ·Lina Park 4 min read
Hantavirus outbreak on M/V Hondius cruise ship causes 13 cases and 3 deaths

Hantavirus outbreak on M/V Hondius cruise ship causes 13 cases and 3 deaths

The World Health Organization has officially ended the outbreak of the Andes virus aboard the M/V Hondius cruise ship. The event resulted in 13 total cases and three deaths.

Health ·4 Jul 2026, 04:31 ·Lina Park 3 min read
DR Congo Ebola outbreak kills 438 as virus spreads to new provinces

DR Congo Ebola outbreak kills 438 as virus spreads to new provinces

A widening Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has reached 1,406 cases, spreading from Ituri province to urban hubs like Kisangani.

Health ·4 Jul 2026, 00:32 ·Lina Park 3 min read
ME/CFS brain fog linked to impaired glymphatic waste clearance system

ME/CFS brain fog linked to impaired glymphatic waste clearance system

Researchers have identified a link between cognitive impairment in ME/CFS patients and compromised glymphatic system function. This discovery provides a mechanistic explanation for brain fog and highlights potential areas for future diagnostic and clinical development.

Health ·3 Jul 2026, 22:38 ·Lina Park 3 min read
CDC investigates 145 cases of Cyclospora parasite infection across 17 states

CDC investigates 145 cases of Cyclospora parasite infection across 17 states

Federal health officials are tracking a surge in Cyclospora infections linked to contaminated produce, with localized clusters emerging in Michigan.

Health ·3 Jul 2026, 20:33 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Honeybee queens offload pesticides into eggs to survive toxin exposure

Honeybee queens offload pesticides into eggs to survive toxin exposure

New research reveals that honeybee queens protect themselves from chronic pesticide exposure by offloading toxins into their eggs, potentially threatening the long-term stability of the colony.

Health ·3 Jul 2026, 18:31 ·Lina Park 3 min read
DR Congo begins clinical trial for potential Ebola treatments

DR Congo begins clinical trial for potential Ebola treatments

Health authorities have launched the PARTNERS clinical trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo to evaluate monoclonal antibodies and remdesivir. The study aims to determine the efficacy of these treatments against the rare Bundibugyo Ebola virus strain.

Health ·3 Jul 2026, 17:35 ·Lina Park 3 min read
Yoga, Omega-3 Rival Therapy for Pregnancy Depression

Yoga, Omega-3 Rival Therapy for Pregnancy Depression

A study of over 12,000 participants finds that non-psychological interventions like yoga and omega-3s effectively treat antenatal depression. These accessible alternatives offer a vital lifeline for women facing barriers to traditional care.

Health ·3 Jul 2026, 16:32 ·Lina Park 3 min read
WHO adds first diagnostic test for Bundibugyo virus to emergency list

WHO adds first diagnostic test for Bundibugyo virus to emergency list

The World Health Organization has granted Emergency Use Listing to the first molecular diagnostic test for the Bundibugyo virus. This tool aims to assist health authorities in rapidly confirming infections during the ongoing outbreak.

Health ·3 Jul 2026, 14:34 ·Lina Park 3 min read