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Common stomach bug linked to higher risk of Alzheimer’s, study finds

While a stomach bug is undoubtedly an unpleasant experience, its symptoms normally disappear in a matter of a few days. But now researchers have found that a stomach bug found in a majority of people can be quite dangerous in the long term.

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Man may regain use of paralysed hand after nerve transfer from foot

For the first time, doctors used the nerve meant to control one part of the body in the hope that it would be able to control another.

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2023 in review: These were the biggest health stories this year

Euronews Next looks back at some of our biggest health stories of 2023.

wellbeing

Could tailored AI robots help alleviate the loneliness epidemic?

The company behind the robot claims more than 90 per cent of its users report lower levels of loneliness.

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Sleepless nights sap joy and increase anxiety, major study reveals

Just losing an hour or two of sleep can negatively impact your emotions, researchers found in a new analysis of 50 years of data.

Culture news

Céline Dion 'no longer has control over her muscles' says sister

After having been diagnosed with a rare neurological illness last year, Céline Dion’s sister has given an update on her condition.

Health news

What to know about rising cases of the '100-day cough' in the UK

Cases of the highly contagious disease have more than tripled in the UK, with experts urging pregnant women and children to get vaccinated.

Health news

Lawmakers stitch wounds over blood, plasma donations in human substances deal

MEPs and EU ministers have reached a political agreement on new rules to improve safety for donors and recipients of blood, tissue, and cells, updating quality standards set more than 20 years ago.

Tech News

Euroviews. AI-assisted bioterrorism is a risk worth considering

As the EU experienced with the AI Act, finding a trade-off between innovation and risks takes time. But the specific risks of AI-enabled bioterrorism can be tackled now, Kevin Esvelt and Ben Mueller write.

Business

UK retailer Tesco recalls potentially moth-filled Christmas stuffing

The supermarket giant has warned its Apple & Cranberry Stuffing Mix is “unsafe to eat” as it may contain moths.

Economy

Health and wealth: Where in Europe are medical bills driving poverty?

A new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) shows that millions of people in Europe are struggling to pay their medical bills.

Green News

The EU is set to adopt weak rules against pollution from road traffic

Air pollution from cars is a silent killer in Europe. So why are emissions standards being weakened?

Health news

Couples may share high blood pressure, new study claims

A new study of co-habiting heterosexual couples from across the world found that partners may share high blood pressure. Go figure.

Health news

'Walking pneumonia' epidemics reported in parts of Europe. What is it?

Much like China, several European countries are seeing rising cases of mycoplasma pneumoniae, a bacterium that causes "walking pneumonia". How serious is it?

Tech News

IBM makes quantum computing breakthrough

One of the main issues in developing the machines is they often struggle with data errors. But IBM says its chips could make a difference.

Green News

COP28: What happened on day 4 of the UN climate conference?

From the first-ever health day at a COP to climate finance for countries facing conflict, here's what happened in Dubai today.

Euronews Witness

Glyphosate: The much-criticised herbicide that's still used in Europe

Why has glyphosate still not been banned? This is the question being put to politicians by the victims of this herbicide, as the European Commission extends its authorisation for ten more years.

Health news

Omicron variants may cause fewer long COVID cases, study says

A new study analysed the prevalence of long COVID in the population and found fewer cases of lasting symptoms associated with more recent strains.

Healthcare

France unveils price hike and new restrictions to reduce smoking

France's health ministry unveiled a new plan on Tuesday to tackle cigarette smoking in the country, including bans on smoking in parks and on beaches.

Travel News

Tourists in France could now face fines for smoking on the beach

The country has just introduced a ban on smoking in some public areas as part of a comprehensive anti-tobacco plan.