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Any amount of alcohol raises dementia risks, study warns

The more alcohol you drink the higher your risk of dementia, the study found.

Economy

BCC: UK should subsidise pay to tackle young worker sickness plight

The UK must tackle long-term sickness if it wants to bolster its workforce and grow the economy, said the British Chamber of Commerce.

Healthcare

Doctors say gene therapy slows Huntington’s disease for first time

It is the first time a drug trial has slowed the rare disorder’s progression in an ongoing, significant way, researchers said.

wellbeing

This Spanish woman lived to 117. Scientists may have discovered why

Researchers said the supercentenarian’s longevity shows how old age and disease can ‘become decoupled’ at times.

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wellbeing

Starting small: How to kick-start a healthier lifestyle

Experts advise defining what wellness means to you and then setting achievable daily goals.

Health news

Cancer deaths expected to surge by nearly 75% over next 25 years

Lower-income countries are expected to be hit hardest by the expected increase in new cancer cases and deaths.

Health news

Cheaper HIV prevention jab to launch in lower income countries in 2027

The twice-yearly drug has been hailed as a medical breakthrough that could change the course of the HIV epidemic.

Health news

'Nightmare bacteria' infections are on the rise in the US

Though the numbers are still small, the rate of US cases jumped more than fivefold in recent years.

Healthcare

How doctors say you should use the Apple Watch blood pressure monitor

Apple expects to identify more than one million cases of undiagnosed hypertension in the feature’s first year.

Climate

Record-breaking heat linked to over 62,000 deaths in Europe last year

The Mediterranean basin and south-eastern regions are emerging as major climate change hotspots, facing the greatest impacts on health.

World News

Italy launches updated COVID-19 vaccination campaign to target variant

Italy's vaccination campaign includes an updated COVID-19 booster jab for the most vulnerable groups,

Health news

Scientists rebuke Trump's claim linking Tylenol to autism

The global scientific community has pushed back on the claim that paracetamol during pregnancy is linked to autism, saying there is no relationship between the two.

Healthcare

Europe’s reliance on foreign health workers is growing, WHO says

The number of foreign-trained doctors in the European region rose 58 per cent over a decade, the report found.

Nutrition

What we really know about ultra-processed foods and health

A well-balanced diet is about much more than determining whether certain foods are ultra-processed or not. But if you want to simplify your diet, here’s where to start.

Health news

Psychedelics could help with mental health, but not yet, say doctors

Clinical trials are underway across Europe testing whether psychedelic-assisted therapies can help address mental health disorders. But doctors urge a ‘sober science’ approach.

Health news

WHO accuses corporate giants of blocking ‘life-saving’ health policies

The move comes days ahead of a high-level meeting at the United Nations General Assembly that will focus on chronic diseases.

Health news

Congo sees 31 deaths from Ebola amid outbreak, WHO says

The latest figures show the casualty rate has nearly doubled since last week.

wellbeing

How an over-the-counter vitamin could protect against skin cancer

Patients with a history of skin cancer saw the biggest benefit from taking the supplement.

Health news

New AI tool can predict risk of more than 1,000 medical conditions

The model can accurately predict conditions such as diabetes and cancer, and is less reliable for issues such as infectious diseases and mental health disorders.

Health news

Former US CDC chief testifies RFK Jr fired her over vaccine science

Susan Monarez was ousted weeks into her job at the US CDC over disagreement with health secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr on vaccine policies.