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Increased Microplastics Found in Human Brains: Health Risks and Mitigation Strategies

A study revealed significantly higher microplastic levels in human brains in 2024 than in 2016, highlighting potential health risks linked to the consumption of food, water and air contaminated with microplastics. Researchers suggest avoiding plastic bottles, microwaveable plastic containers, and pl...

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Turkey's Alcohol Tax Crisis: 160 Deaths and a Black Market Boom

At least 160 deaths from methanol poisoning in Turkey this year are linked to high alcohol taxes, driving consumers to the black market and highlighting the need for policy reform.

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Proposed $880 Billion Medicaid Cuts Threaten Healthcare Access for Millions

The U.S. House approved a budget resolution proposing $880 billion in Medicaid cuts, threatening the program's ability to provide healthcare for 72 million Americans and potentially reversing decades of progress in public health.

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Rep. Sylvester Turner Dies at 70

Rep. Sylvester Turner, D-Texas, died Tuesday at 70 after a battle with bone cancer; he previously served as Houston's mayor and had a long career in Texas politics.

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Tanzanian Surgeon Overcomes Gender Barriers, Reduces Child Mortality

Dr. Zaituni Bokhary, a Tanzanian pediatric surgeon and president of the Tanzanian Women Doctors Association, overcame gender bias to become a leading expert; her project to treat children with gastroschisis reduced mortality from 100% to 40% in five regions.

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Aspirin Found to Inhibit Cancer Spread by Boosting Immune Response

Research published in Nature reveals how aspirin inhibits thromboxane A2 (TXA2), a clotting factor suppressing T cells, thus potentially preventing cancer spread; clinical trials are underway, but experts advise consulting a doctor before using aspirin for cancer treatment.

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Cochlear Implants Significantly Improve Cognitive Function in Older Australians

A Melbourne University study found that cochlear implants significantly improved the memory and brain function of 101 older Australians (median age 74) over 54 months, highlighting a potential solution to age-related cognitive decline and suggesting that improved hearing may mitigate cognitive aging...

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\"Rising Adolescent Addiction Rates in Spain Linked to Social Isolation and Trauma\"\

A 2023 Spanish Ministry of Health report reveals that 21.5% of 14-18 year olds gambled online or in person in the past year, a rise from 20.1% in 2021, highlighting the growing problem of adolescent addiction linked to stress, social isolation, and unmet emotional needs, often stemming from childhoo...

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China Opens First Standardized Breast Disease Clinic in Papua New Guinea

The 14th China Medical Team opened PNG's first standardized breast disease clinic at Port Moresby General Hospital on Monday, providing screening, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation services to address the nation's high breast cancer mortality rate and lack of specialized care, utilizing advan...

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Loss of Smell Linked to Increased Dementia Risk

A study reveals a strong link between loss of smell (anosmia or hyposmia) and increased dementia risk, with prevalence significantly rising with age; early detection is crucial, as anosmia is often irreversible if caused by neurodegeneration.

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China Opens First Standardized Breast Disease Clinic in Papua New Guinea

On Monday, the 14th China Medical Team opened PNG's first standardized breast disease clinic at Port Moresby General Hospital, offering screening, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation, addressing the nation's low breast cancer survival rate of under 40 percent and lack of resources.

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Fentanyl Trafficking Arrest in Menorca Following Three Overdose Deaths

A 54-year-old Spanish woman was arrested in Ciutadella (Menorca) on Thursday, October 26th, 2024, for allegedly trafficking fentanyl patches, following the deaths of three young men from overdoses involving similar patches.

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