Tag #Health

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German Helplines See Surge in Calls During Christmas Holidays

German helplines, including Silbertelefon and Muslimische Seelsorgetelefon, report a significant increase in calls during the Christmas holidays, with common issues being loneliness, health concerns, and family conflicts.

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16th-Century Genetic Defect Causes Increased Cardiac Arrest Risk in Hundreds

Researchers in Limburg discovered a genetic mutation, the 'Worm mutation', originating around 1550, causing a heightened risk of sudden cardiac arrest among 1000-1500 descendants, primarily women, prompting preventative medication and research into a cure.

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Ambulance Helicopter Crash Kills Four in Muğla

A Health Ministry ambulance helicopter crashed into Muğla Education and Research Hospital in Turkey on December 22, 2024, at 10:06 a.m. local time, killing two pilots, a doctor, and a healthcare worker during takeoff in foggy conditions.

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Florida Bachelor Party Ends in Death, Fentanyl Supplier Sentenced

A Florida bachelor party ended tragically when John Nabors supplied fentanyl, resulting in one death and three hospitalizations; Nabors was sentenced to eight years in prison for distributing a controlled substance causing death.

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Tech Millionaire's \$4 Million Anti-Aging Regimen Raises Questions

Tech millionaire Bryan Johnson spends over \$4 million yearly on an anti-aging regimen involving numerous pills and procedures, claiming to have achieved a significantly younger biological age, raising questions about the accuracy and ethics of biological age measurement and reversal.

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London Woman Develops Italian Accent After Stroke

Following a stroke caused by a rare carotid web, 58-year-old Althia Bryden from London developed Foreign Accent Syndrome, speaking with an Italian accent despite never having spoken or visited Italy.

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Spain to Allow Pharmacists to Dispense Repeat Prescriptions for Chronic Conditions

Spain is considering a new law allowing pharmacists to dispense repeat prescriptions for chronic conditions like migraines after an initial doctor's visit, aiming to improve patient access to necessary medications; however, concerns about patient safety and potential overmedication remain.

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Holiday Impaired Driving Fatalities Lower Than Yearly Average in Canada

From 2017-2021, alcohol-related traffic fatalities in Canada during the holiday season were 23.5% of total fatalities, lower than the yearly average of 30.5%, due to increased law enforcement and public awareness campaigns.

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Bayern's Grohs Recovering Well After Successful Cancer Surgery

FC Bayern Munich goalkeeper Mala Grohs successfully underwent surgery for a malignant tumor on December 10th and is expected to return to team training in January, sharing her progress and expressing gratitude for the overwhelming support received.

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Limburg Genetic Mutation Causes Increased Cardiac Arrest Risk

A genetic mutation, originating around 1550 in Limburg, increases the risk of sudden cardiac arrest in approximately 1000-1500 descendants, predominantly affecting women; research is underway to develop a cure.

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France Increases Doctor Consultation Fees to Address Physician Shortage

New rates for general practitioners and specialists in France took effect on December 22, 2024, increasing consultation fees to attract more physicians and improve access to care, but impacting those without supplementary health insurance.

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Blind Girl with Tumour Presents Dream Radio Show

An 11-year-old blind girl, Betsy Griffin, who has a brain tumour, fulfilled her dream of presenting a 30-minute rock'n'roll and country music radio show on BBC Three Counties Radio on Sunday, playing artists such as Willie Nelson, Fats Domino, and Chuck Berry, after winning a bravery award for her p...

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