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Mobile ebola laboratory cuts diagnosis times for patients in Congo

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Where does body fat go when we lose weight?

Researchers estimate that around 84% of lost body fat is exhaled as carbon dioxide, while the remaining 16% is lost as water.

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Gene therapy: The breakthrough that inspired Spider-Man | Podcast

Although an inspiration for science fiction movies, gene therapy is real. Here is how it works and what could be improved about it.

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Can air pollution affect your marathon finishing time?

Higher levels of nitrogen dioxide on race day are linked to slower marathon times, particularly among non-elite runners, new research suggests.

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One in eight cancer cases linked to preventable infections

Infections caused by viruses, bacterium and parasites caused an estimated 2.3 million new cancer cases in 2024, with low- and middle-income countries bearing most of the burden.

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European Commission goes after bad cholesterol and high blood pressure

The European Commission is urging EU countries to step up cardiovascular health checks, as it launches the bloc’s first EU Screening Week.

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Can birdwatching help stroke survivors regain communication skills?

Watching birds has become a meaningful part of stroke recovery at the University of Montana, offering a natural, low-pressure way to practise communication, researchers say.

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Are you in pain? Exercise may help more than common painkillers

From pilates to tai chi, even modest amounts of exercise can relieve pain as effectively as common pain medicines, opening the door to holistic therapeutic approaches, according to a new study.

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How much is obesity costing European economies?

Obesity and overweight are costing European economies billions of euros every year, with the burden equivalent to what some countries spend on housing or defence, according to a pharmaceutical industry’s report.

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Could childhood sugar intake raise the risk of adult anxiety?

Exposure to sugar in the first 1,000 days of a child’s life, from conception to around the age of two and a half, increases the risk of developing anxiety in adulthood, according to a new study.

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Greece sounds alarm over fake eye therapies: From iridology to 'no-glasses' exercises

The Hellenic Ophthalmological Society (HOS) is sounding the alarm, urging the public not to trust unproven, non-evidence-based practices.

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Rome’s Colosseum glows pink for breast cancer prevention campaign

Rome’s Colosseum glowed pink for a breast cancer prevention campaign, hours before closing after a 22-year-old worker died installing new lights.

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Feeling lonely? This can cost you up to six healthy years

Loneliness and social isolation could shorten the number of disease-free years a person has left, and men and women aren't affected in the same way.

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Europeans are exercising more. But who gets to take part?

More Europeans are playing sports and doing so more often than four years ago. However, disparities remain across countries, from how regularly people play sports to how well their cities support active living.

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Most European men would try new contraception methods if available

Most men would embrace contraception designed for them, such as on-demand pills taken before sex, a daily hormonal gel or a thermal silicone ring, but funding gaps are keeping these products years away from pharmacy shelves.

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Rare infections in pregnancy linked to intellectual disability, autism

Children born with infections such as syphilis, rubella and cytomegalovirus are far more likely to be diagnosed with autism and intellectual disability, according to a new study.

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World Cup viewers saw unhealthy ads every seven seconds

Advertising for junk food, alcohol and gambling during the match live coverage of the World Cup occupied almost a quarter of the tournament’s total live broadcast time, a new study has found.