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Breakthrough: New blood test can diagnose and track the progression of Alzheimer’s - Earth.com
New blood test developed by researchers can not only detect Alzheimer’s disease but also determine its stage, helps personalize treatment.
A new blood test could revolutionize the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimers. Beyond confirming the presence of the disease, the test also helps determine the stage of its progression. This may fun… [+5964 chars]
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COVID-19-Like Mystery Virus Outbreak in Russia Leave Victims with High Fever, Bloody Cough; Cause Not Known - Times Now
An unidentified virus has been reported in regions across Russia, with patients exhibiting persistent high fever and severe coughing, including the expectoration of blood. However, despite rising concern, health authorities have not disclosed the number of ca…
Some medical sources have also speculated the illness could be linked to mycoplasma pneumonia - a bacterium that can infect humans
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James Harrison, the ‘Man with the Golden Arm,’ is Dead at Age 88
James Harrison's rare blood, which he donated over a thousand times, is estimated to have saved the lives of two million children in Australia.
One of the most singularly impactful people in the world has just passed away. Australia resident James Harrison, whose rare donated blood has saved millions of people since the 1950s, is now dead at… [+2792 chars]
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A Pill for Ebola? New Drug Shows Up to 100% Survival in Monkeys
New research this month shows that the experimental antiviral obeldesivir prevented up to 100% of deaths in monkeys infected with the deadliest species of Ebola.
We may have just found an easy-to-swallow cure for one of the deadliest diseases out there. In research released this month, scientists report that a single dose of an experimental pill dramatically … [+3587 chars]
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Scientists Discover Potential Ozempic Rival That Could Help People Lose Weight With Less Nausea
Stanford Medicine researchers have identified a promising, naturally occurring molecule that could help people lose weight—without the nauseating symptoms now commonly seen with GLP-1 drugs.
Wegovy, eat your heart out. In a new research paper, scientists say they’ve discovered a naturally occurring hormone that might help people lose weight while avoiding the side effects commonly associ… [+4849 chars]
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The Risk of Becoming Allergic to Meat After a Tick Bite May Be Higher Than Thought
New research from the CDC is exposing surprising new culprits behind a growing meat allergy.
The tick menace is even worse than we thought. A pair of new studies this month suggests that there are more tick species out there in the U.S. that can cause an unusual form of allergy to red meat. … [+4100 chars]
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The Case for Donating a Kidney While You’re Still Alive
For many people, the idea of donating an organ seems far too daunting. But it doesn't have to be, some researchers argue.
Would you ever donate a spare organ to someone else while you’re still alive? Probably not, given how few living organ donations happen these days. Kidneys, and more recently livers, are some of the… [+9985 chars]
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Plastic surgeon tried to kill colleague, jury told
The defendant has denied the attempted murder of Graeme Perks in Halam, Nottinghamshire.
Liam Barnes A plastic surgeon broke into the house of colleague before pouring a "highly flammable liquid" over the floor and stabbing him, a trial has heard. Jonathan Peter Brooks is accused of at… [+3446 chars]
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How healthcare organizations are using generative AI search and agents
Doctor discussing health data with an older patient at a table. Charts and a checklist are visible on screens.
Healthcare used to lag behind other industries in tech adoption but AI is different. Generative AI (gen AI) can improve many of the administrative burdens in healthcare, like finding the right inform… [+5330 chars]
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Here's how Google's medical team envisions the future of wearable health
Dr. Jacqueline Shreibati, cardiologist and senior clinical lead at Google, talked me through Loss of Pulse, 'extrapolating' your health, and what comes next with Pixel Watches.
My weekly column focuses on the state of Wear OS, from new developments and updates to the latest apps and features we want to highlight. Google's Pixel Watch engineers collaborate with cardiologist… [+8099 chars]
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GLP-1 Meds: Potential Benefits, Risk Factors and Overdose Info
If you're considering GLP-1 agonists like Ozempic, this is what you should know beforehand.
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 agonists) such as semaglutide (Ozempic) have recently gained popularity globally, not just for managing type 2 diabetes but also due to their weight l… [+9993 chars]
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Health Tips From 11 Experts in Their Fields: What You Need to Know
From brain health — through good sleep habits — to daily skin and dental care regimens, these experts provide simple tips for your well-being.
I have been writing about health and testing wellness products for more than three years but I'm not an expert in every field. No one can know it all. That's why I tapped experts in a variety of heal… [+10460 chars]
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If You Aren't Drinking Green Tea, You're Missing Out on These 8 Benefits
For better focus, less jitteriness and improved gut health, try green tea -- a lower-caffeine alternative to coffee.
Many consider green tea to be one of the healthiest beverages out there. But Americans may prefer to get their caffeine fix from coffee. An estimated 85% enjoy a cup or two every day. The caffeine jo… [+10910 chars]
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Skip Coffee. Take Advantage of Green Tea’s Hidden Benefits for Focus and Calm
Green tea has several hidden health benefits. If you're ready to cut down on coffee, here's why you should switch your choice of morning beverage.
Though it's been estimated that about 85% of US adults enjoy up to two cups of coffee daily, not everyone enjoys coffee or its effects (caffeine jitters or trouble sleeping, anyone?). If you're looki… [+12582 chars]
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New Measles Outbreaks Confirmed in The US. Do You Need an MMR Booster to Keep Yourself Safe?
Measles continues to spread in Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma and has now reached new states. Learn if you're protected and what to do if you're not.
The current US measles outbreak in West Texas has spread. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, measles outbreaks have been confirmed in three more states: New Mexico, Ohio and… [+11023 chars]
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12 Probiotic-Rich Foods to Support Your Gut Health and Digestion
Boost your gut health by incorporating these probiotic-rich foods into your diet.
For a healthy gut, you'll want a balanced microbiome (which is the fancy name for the community of beneficial microbes living in your intestines). While probiotic supplements can help maintain this b… [+7248 chars]
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Waking Up to Pee at Night? Here Are Simple Tips for Reducing Nightly Bathroom Breaks
If you're tired of running to the restroom at night, it's time to save your sleep with these five steps.
We all know that being cozy and comfortable in bed after a long day is one of the best feelings. So imagine being snuggled up under the sheets, trying to sleep, only for your brain to repeatedly sign… [+6325 chars]
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Wearing an Apple Watch? Here Are 9 Useful Health Features You May Not Know About
How well do you really know your Apple Watch? These are nine features you may not be using right now.
If you wear an Apple Watch, you know that this small wearable device can have a big impact, making multiple tasks easier and upgrading your day-to-day life. The same is true when it comes to maintain… [+13535 chars]
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James Harrison, whose blood donations saved over 2 million babies, has died
Harrison, whose plasma contained a rare antibody, rolled up his sleeve 1,173 times from 1954 to 2018. The Australian is credited with helping 2.4 million babies and advancing scientific research.
Australia's most prolific blood and plasma donor, James Harrison, has died at age 88. Known as the "Man with the Golden Arm," Harrison is credited with saving the lives of 2.4 million babies over the… [+5734 chars]
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Chappy the baby seal has died, weeks after being rescued in a Connecticut city
The aquarium helping Chappy — a nod to the New Haven, Conn., neighborhood where he was rescued last month — said he died of gastrointestinal issues and "was surrounded by love until the very end."
The big-eyed gray seal pup who wandered away from home and into the internet's hearts has died, just over two weeks after he was rescued from downtown New Haven, Conn. The Mystic Aquarium, where he … [+3974 chars]
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Doctors still seeking cure for brain cancer that struck former Utah Rep. Mia Love
Mia Love, the first Black Republican woman elected to Congress, died three years after being diagnosed with glioblastoma, a brain cancer that is nearly always fatal.
Mia Love, the first Black Republican woman elected to Congress, was diagnosed with glioblastoma in early 2022. She died in Utah on Sunday at age 49, her family reported on the social media site X. … [+3324 chars]
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Pope Francis pens prayer thanking hospital staff, as he shows "mild improvement"
The Holy See Press Office said the pontiff has shown "a good response to the therapies." He was hospitalized on Feb. 14 for a case of bronchitis.
Pope Francis, who has been unable to appear in public for several weeks due to ill health, released a prayer on Sunday thanking hospital staff for his care. The pontiff has been receiving treatment… [+2304 chars]
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5 years since the pandemic started, long COVID patients are still hoping for a cure
They're pushing for more funding to find effective treatments. Researchers are finally starting to make headway but have a way to go.
It's been five years since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic. But many patients with long COVID have yet to find meaningful recovery. About 6% of adults in the U.S. or roughly 18 million are living w… [+7920 chars]
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How to watch Trump's address to Congress. And, Canada retaliates against tariffs
Trump will deliver a speech to Congress tonight, during which he is expected to discuss steps he has taken to further his agenda since taking office. And, Canada and China retaliate against tariffs.
Good morning. You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day. Today's top st… [+5031 chars]
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Why don't diving seals drown? Scientists finally have an answer
New research suggests seals sense internal oxygen levels to know when to come up for air. Digital version of story that already aired. Skedded for pub Weds. 3/26 at 6 a.m. Reporter: Lambert. Editor: Khan.
Chris McKnight has spent much of his career studying the physiology of seals. But in 2019, the ecologist decided to test a new instrument for gathering data underwater on another kind of swimming mam… [+4095 chars]
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Heat can age you as much as smoking, a new study finds
Exposure to heat can alter the way your DNA works, according to a new study. The effects could lead to long-term health outcomes.
Phoenix heat is notorious for the harm it causes in the short-term, like heat stroke and heart problems. Just last year, temperatures there topped 90 degrees Fahrenheit for a record-breaking 188 days… [+6314 chars]
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This Harlem pastor fights mental health stigma — and shares his own struggles
First Corinthian Baptist Church founded a separate nonprofit that employs therapists to bring mental health care to a community where stigma remains a high barrier to healing.
If you or someone you love is experiencing a crisis, call, text or chat 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. It was his own mental health crisis that helped Michael A. Walrond, Jr. to understand… [+5893 chars]
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Medical supplies in great need as aid flows into Myanmar after earthquake
Emergency aid has streamed into Southeast Asia in the two days since a massive earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand.
BANGKOK Emergency aid has streamed into Southeast Asia in the two days since a massive earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand. Relief efforts are focused on Myanmar, where the estimated death toll ro… [+4712 chars]
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Read President Trump's 2025 address to a joint session of Congress
Read President Trump's address to a joint session of Congress delivered on March 4.
President Trump Delivers an Address to a Joint Session of Congress DONALD TRUMP: Speaker Johnson, Vice President Vance, the first Lady of the United States, members of the United States congress, th… [+58573 chars]
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If Bird Flu Jumped to Humans, Could Past Flu Infections Offer Some Protection?
NPR reports on research "into whether our defenses built up from past flu seasons can offer any protection against H5N1 bird flu." So far, the findings offer some reassurance. Antibodies and other players in the immune system may buffer the worst consequence…
So far, the findings offer some reassurance. Antibodies and other players in the immune system may buffer the worst consequences of bird flu, at least to some degree. "There's certainly preexisting i… [+1568 chars]
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