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BBCUnknown flu-like disease kills at least 79 people in DR Congo
Authorities say those infected have symptoms including headaches, fever and a runny nose.
- The Daily Beast
Camilla’s Friends Blame Palace After ‘Brutal’ Year Gave Her Pneumonia
Friends of Queen Camilla have told The Daily Beast that they are “extremely concerned” by the 77-year-old contracting pneumonia. Palace aides had attempted to play down the severity of her illness in recent weeks, saying that she was suffering from a “nasty bug” and a “lingering chest infection” but Camilla herself revealed Tuesday, during a state visit to the U.K. by the Emir of Qatar, that she had in fact contracted pneumonia. Camilla’s revelation raised new question marks about the only parti
- Evening Standard
Surge in staff absences at London hospitals due to mental health
Earlier this year, government funding for mental health and wellbeing hubs for NHS workers was cut
- The Telegraph
Eight foods that will make your IBS worse
Irritable bowel syndrome may not be a club anyone wants to be part of, but many of us are finding that we’ve been accepted into its ranks without ever applying.
- USA TODAY
Numerous factors can cause kidney disease. Here are the most common ones.
Kidney disease results from kidney damage and subsequent decline in kidney function.
- CNN
These scientists want to give patients medicines wrapped in silk
For centuries, Thailand has produced premium silk fabrics. Now, researchers at Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok have found another use for the fiber: to deliver medicines into the body.
- Time
Which Weight-Loss Drug Is Better: Wegovy or Zepbound?
A new study compares the competing medications, and a clear winner emerges.
- The Independent
Mentally ill man caring for his dying mother took his life a day after seeking help at A&E
Jack Davies, who was the sole carer for his dying mother, took his own life just one day after being discharged from A&E
- Evening Standard
The humble superfood that boosts energy and helps you live longer - and it costs less than £1
Fibre might have a boring reputation but adding more of it to your diet could transform your health and boost energy, says nutritionist Louise Pyne
- People
Glenn Close Reveals 'I Had My Heart in My Throat' While Reading Family's New Book on Their Mental Illness Struggles (Exclusive)
Glenn Close's nephew wrote a fictionalized account of his struggle with mental illness, which he remembers as a "tumultuous experience"
- AFP News
Relief as Delhi schools reopen but smog crisis persists
Teenage student Aniksha is relieved to be back in class in India's capital -- even if the choking smog that prompted her school to close last month has yet to dissipate."I'm happy that class is back," the 13-year-old added.
- The Telegraph
Why ultra-processed food might be to blame for fat thighs
Fat thighs are caused by eating too many ultra-processed foods (UPFs), a study suggests.
- CNN
House Covid-19 panel releases final report criticizing public health response to the pandemic
A Republican-led House committee investigating broad aspects of the Covid-19 pandemic and its effects in the US released a final report Monday summarizing its two-year effort, saying it hoped the work would “serve as a road map for Congress, the Executive Branch, and the private sector to prepare for and respond to future pandemics.”
- Futurism
Some Cases of Dementia Can Be Cured, Researchers Say, Because They’re Caused by Fungus and Bacteria in Brain
A new research consortium has found not only that brain fungi or bacteria cause some dementia cases, but also that in some cases, it can be straight-up reversed. One of the main drivers behind this discovery, pharmaceutical rep-turned-infectious disease specialist Nikki Schultek, told The Guardian that she also suffered from dementia caused by fungi. Nearly […]
- Associated Press
US closes investigation into E. coli outbreak linked to onions in McDonald's Quarter Pounders
The U.S. government said Tuesday it has closed its investigation into an E. coli outbreak tied to McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburgers after determining there is no longer a safety risk. The outbreak, which was first reported Oct. 22, sickened at least 104 people in 14 states, including 34 who were hospitalized, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. One person in Colorado died and four people developed a potentially life-threatening kidney disease complication.
- The Guardian
Inside the Vatican’s secret saint-making process
The long read: Canonisation has long been a way for the Catholic church to shape its image. The Vatican is preparing to anoint its first millennial saint, but how does it decide who is worthy?
- The Guardian
Husband of UK royal took own life after ‘adverse effects of medication’
Coroner says evidence suggests Thomas Kingston, who was married to Lady Gabriella, had a ‘lack of suicidal intent’
- The Telegraph
More than 50 experts ready to defend Letby, says her lawyer
More than 50 experts stand ready to defend Lucy Letby, her barrister has said.
- CBC
Nurse bonuses go out this month, but casual workers, some licensed pratical nurses not eligible
Retention bonuses for nurses will arrive before the end of the year, but not everyone will be eligible. Premier Susan Holt has announced the $10,000 payments promised on the campaign trail will be sent to 9,950 nurses before the year's end. "One of the reasons why we made a commitment during the election was that we need to retain and care for every caregiver in this province and particularly the nurses that are on the front lines of the crisis that we've been experiencing," Holt said at a virtu
- Rolling Stone
SCOTUS Considers Ban on Health Care for Trans Youth Ahead of Trump’s Term
Justices will hear arguments on Wednesday over Tennessee’s ban on hormone therapy for teenagers