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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.

22 September 2026

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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.

22 September 2026

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Who deserves a transplant? AI disagrees with human doctors

AI chatbots make faster, more confident, but less nuanced decisions than human doctors when choosing who gets a life-saving kidney transplant.

19 September 2026

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Women in health earn 19% less than men, WHO warns

Despite dominating Europe's health and care sector, women hold just over half of its top-paying jobs, according to a new WHO report.

18 September 2026

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Women offered less intensive treatment than men for same conditions

Women are less likely than men to be offered invasive or intensive treatments, such as surgery or strong painkillers, for the same medical conditions, a new study has found.

18 September 2026

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Fiji declares national HIV crisis as cases spike

Fiji has declared a national HIV emergency after a surge in new cases, with the government and international agencies racing to contain a crisis driven by sexual transmission and injection drug use.

17 September 2026

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For cancer survivors, tai chi can ease fatigue and pain

Mind-body therapies can help people living with the lingering effects of cancer treatment manage fatigue, pain and sleep problems, according to a new analysis.

17 September 2026

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ADHD is linked to almost 50% increase in gut problems

People with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are significantly more likely to experience a range of gastrointestinal symptoms, according to a new systematic review covering more than 1.9 million people.

17 September 2026

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Novo to use Anthropic’s Claude to advance AI drug discovery

The deal underscores a broader push by drugmakers to integrate AI across research and development to boost new drug discovery.

16 September 2026

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Air pollution linked to higher suicide risk, study finds

Short- and long-term exposure to air pollution may contribute to a higher risk of suicidal thoughts and death by suicide, according to a new analysis.

16 September 2026

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‘We need AI for health’ done in a European way, von der Leyen says

AI can improve healthcare in Europe, but must never replace doctors, the EU’s Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in her State of the Union speech today.

16 September 2026

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Increase in air pollution takes a toll on your sleep

The human respiratory system is extremely sensitive to short-term fine particulate matter changes even in relatively clean urban environments, a new study found.

16 September 2026

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Living in deprived areas linked to poorer brain health

Living in a disadvantaged neighbourhood may be linked to poorer brain health, with researchers finding higher brain age, lower total brain volume and more signs of vascular damage in people living in the most deprived areas.

15 September 2026

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Taxing billionaires could save nearly 30 million lives

Putting a 3% tax on billionaires' wealth could save up to 29.5 million lives among the most vulnerable populations by 2030, according to new research published in The Lancet, as traditional sources of humanitarian and development funding face an unprecedented squeeze.

15 September 2026

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From bedtime stories to book clubs: Reading protects your brain for life

Reading for pleasure isn't just enjoyable, new research suggests it could also boost brain health and lower dementia risk.

15 September 2026

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US push to cut drug prices could mean longer waits for European patients

Europe’s patients could face longer waits for some new medicines as US efforts to drive down drug prices risk encouraging pharmaceutical companies to delay launches in lower-price markets, according to a new modelling study.

14 September 2026

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3D-printed food: from niche technology to a potential future

3D printers can now transform more than two dozen types of food into edible shapes. While the technology remains costly and impractical for everyday use, experts see significant potential in clinics, care homes and personalised nutrition.

12 September 2026

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The darker your bedroom, the better for your heart

A new study found that even as little light as from a phone screen at low brightness during sleep is linked to potentially harmful changes in the heart’s structure and function.

11 September 2026

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Wanna thrive? You gotta love yourself – not only others

Being kind to oneself and to others is key to well-being; and one cannot go without the other to feel the best.

10 September 2026

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World Suicide Prevention Day: what do latest EU and Spain data show

Suicide deaths in the EU fell slightly in 2023 and are below levels a decade ago. Three in four victims are men. In Spain, figures show a fall, as the WHO calls to end stigma.

10 September 2026