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Health · United StatesCDC Excludes Pennsylvania Measles Deaths Amid Investigation
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has excluded two measles-associated deaths reported by Pennsylvania from its latest weekly update. The agency stated the decision was made pending further investigation into the cause of the deaths.
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MaineHealth to close Lincoln Hospital’s labour unit, 12th in state since 2015
MaineHealth’s trustees voted to close the labour and delivery unit at Lincoln Hospital in Damariscotta, leaving three counties without obstetric services. The decision, opposed by state officials and community groups, follows 11 other maternity unit closures in Maine since 2015 and will move services to Brunswick.
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Health · United StatesDoctors and insurers sue California over new healthcare tax
Doctors and health insurers have filed a lawsuit against California Governor Gavin Newsom and the state legislature, alleging a newly approved healthcare tax violates state law and could increase insurance premiums for residents.
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Health · United StatesPentagon mandates testosterone screening for US service members aged 30 and older
The US Department of Defense issued mandatory testosterone deficiency screening guidelines for active-duty and reserve service members aged 30 and older. Men will undergo blood tests, while women will be screened for fatigue and menstrual cycle disruptions. Treatment remains optional.
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Health · United StatesPatrick Stewart dies at 86 in Los Angeles
Patrick Stewart, the British actor famous for his roles as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in 'Star Trek' and Professor Charles Xavier in 'X-Men', has died at the age of 86. His death was announced by his family.
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Health · United StatesPig kidney functions in patient for record 271 days
A genetically modified pig kidney functioned in a human patient for a record 271 days, allowing the individual to avoid dialysis while awaiting a human transplant. The results were published in The Lancet by doctors from Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School.
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Health · RussiaWHO confirms death of lab worker at Russian plague facility
The World Health Organization confirmed the death of a lab worker at a Siberian plague research facility. Russia's state health regulator informed the WHO that no plague infection was registered, and the cause of death remains unknown.
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HealthNicotine e-cigarettes more effective for quitting smoking, review finds
A major review of 80 randomized controlled trials found that nicotine e-cigarettes were more effective than nicotine replacement therapy for helping people quit smoking. The review involved nearly 30,000 participants and found no evidence of increased serious harm from using e-cigarettes to quit.
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HealthSemaglutide linked to fewer asthma and COPD attacks in study
A study examining UK medical records found that semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy, was associated with a nearly 40% reduction in asthma attacks and a 20% decrease in COPD flare-ups. Scientists suggest anti-inflammatory properties may be responsible, but caution that further trials are needed.
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Quévin Castro, 25, dies after collapsing during football match
Portuguese footballer Quévin Castro, 25, has died after collapsing during a friendly match. Medical teams attempted resuscitation and used a defibrillator but were unable to save him. His former club, West Bromwich Albion, announced a tribute.
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HealthLancet report: 710,000 heat deaths in 2023 linked to climate change
A new Lancet report indicates 710,000 heat-related deaths occurred globally in 2023, with over 70% attributed to human-caused climate change. Researchers are urging a formal declaration of a global health emergency to address accelerating climate harms.
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Nearly 700 US troops wounded in Iran war suffer traumatic brain injuries
Nearly 700 US service members have been wounded by drone and missile attacks in the Middle East, with most suffering traumatic brain injuries. While Pentagon officials describe the majority as minor concussions, medical experts caution that symptoms can persist for years, and repeated injuries increase long-term risks.
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Health · United StatesPresident Trump announces nursing‑home nurse recruitment initiative at Florida rally
At a Fort Myers rally, President Donald Trump unveiled a programme to recruit nurses for nursing homes. Reports differ on the funding level, $250 million or $275 million, and on the number of nurses to be hired, ranging from more than 4,000 to at least 5,000.
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Health · IndiaLancet report identifies 17 threats to human survival by 2100
A report published in The Lancet has identified 17 major threats to human survival by the year 2100. Malicious use of artificial intelligence and nuclear conflict are highlighted as the most significant dangers, alongside issues like climate change, obesity, and pandemics.
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Health · Middle EastNorthern Cyprus IVF clinics used wrong donors for at least 30 children
At least 30 children, mostly British, were conceived at Northern Cyprus IVF clinics using sperm or eggs from donors other than those chosen by their parents. DNA tests revealed genetic origins from Turkey or nearby countries, implicating Dogus IVF Centre in 15 cases. The health ministry has launched an investigation.
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Ancient DNA links colonial smallpox in Americas to European strains
A study of ancient DNA has provided the first direct genetic evidence that European colonisers introduced smallpox to the Americas. All six outlets reporting the story led on the confirmation of long-held historical accounts, with no left-rated outlet covering the findings.
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Hunter Biden says father’s prostate cancer has spread to bones and causes severe pain
Hunter Biden disclosed in a BBC Newsnight interview that his father’s prostate cancer has metastasised to his bones, causing significant pain. The former US president, 83, was later seen in public wearing a dark suit and using a cane. Outlets varied in emphasis, with left-rated reports focusing on the medical details and right-rated digests noting the political context.
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HealthModerna and Merck report melanoma vaccine trial success in phase three
Merck and Moderna announced positive phase three trial results for a personalised mRNA cancer vaccine combined with Keytruda, reducing melanoma recurrence and spread in high-risk patients. The treatment met its primary goal, with stock prices rising on the news. Further data will determine regulatory approval timelines.
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Global dementia cases to reach 24.7 million annually by 2050
An international study projects that annual new dementia diagnoses will more than double by 2050, reaching an estimated 24.7 million cases. The research also found that women and individuals in low- and middle-income countries are disproportionately affected.
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HealthRobert F. Kennedy Jr. names eight to U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has appointed eight new members to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. This influential panel decides which preventive health services millions of Americans can access for free.
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