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Shingles Vaccine Shows Promise in Reducing Dementia Risk for Women
A British study published in Nature revealed that the Zostavax shingles vaccine reduced dementia risk by 20% in women over seven years in Wales, suggesting a link between varicella-zoster virus and dementia; further research is needed to clarify the underlying mechanisms and sex-specific effects.
Shingles Vaccine Shows Promise in Reducing Dementia Risk for Women
A British study published in Nature revealed that the Zostavax shingles vaccine reduced dementia risk by 20% in women over seven years in Wales, suggesting a link between varicella-zoster virus and dementia; further research is needed to clarify the underlying mechanisms and sex-specific effects.
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Supreme Court Backs FDA on Flavored E-Cigarette Approvals
The Supreme Court upheld the FDA's rejection of flavored e-cigarette approvals, rejecting claims by manufacturers Triton Distribution and Vapestasia that the agency improperly altered its approval process; one aspect will be revisited by a lower court, while the FDA's broader authority remains.
Supreme Court Backs FDA on Flavored E-Cigarette Approvals
The Supreme Court upheld the FDA's rejection of flavored e-cigarette approvals, rejecting claims by manufacturers Triton Distribution and Vapestasia that the agency improperly altered its approval process; one aspect will be revisited by a lower court, while the FDA's broader authority remains.
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Herpes Zoster Vaccine Shows Promise in Reducing Dementia Risk
A large-scale observational study in Wales, published in Nature, found that the herpes zoster vaccine may reduce the risk of dementia by 20% in people over 80, offering a potentially cost-effective preventative measure compared to existing pharmaceutical interventions.
Herpes Zoster Vaccine Shows Promise in Reducing Dementia Risk
A large-scale observational study in Wales, published in Nature, found that the herpes zoster vaccine may reduce the risk of dementia by 20% in people over 80, offering a potentially cost-effective preventative measure compared to existing pharmaceutical interventions.
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Shingles Vaccine Linked to 20% Lower Dementia Risk in Welsh Study
A study of 280,000 Welsh adults revealed a 20% lower dementia risk among Zostavax recipients over seven years, particularly women, suggesting a broader health benefit beyond shingles prevention.
Shingles Vaccine Linked to 20% Lower Dementia Risk in Welsh Study
A study of 280,000 Welsh adults revealed a 20% lower dementia risk among Zostavax recipients over seven years, particularly women, suggesting a broader health benefit beyond shingles prevention.
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Vacationer's Death Highlights Carbon Monoxide Danger
The death of New York Yankees player Brett Gardner's son from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning during a family vacation is prompting increased awareness about the dangers of this odorless gas and the importance of readily available CO detectors in lodging, especially given the thousands of CO-rel...
Vacationer's Death Highlights Carbon Monoxide Danger
The death of New York Yankees player Brett Gardner's son from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning during a family vacation is prompting increased awareness about the dangers of this odorless gas and the importance of readily available CO detectors in lodging, especially given the thousands of CO-rel...
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NSW Doctors Threaten Strike Over 30% Pay Demand"
NSW public hospital doctors are threatening a three-day strike starting Tuesday, demanding a 30% pay rise, potentially halting elective surgeries, due to unsustainable workloads, chronic understaffing, and unsafe working hours, mirroring similar disputes across the public sector.
NSW Doctors Threaten Strike Over 30% Pay Demand"
NSW public hospital doctors are threatening a three-day strike starting Tuesday, demanding a 30% pay rise, potentially halting elective surgeries, due to unsustainable workloads, chronic understaffing, and unsafe working hours, mirroring similar disputes across the public sector.
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52% Bias Score
Hedgehog Study Reveals High Environmental Pollution Levels in Southern Sweden
Swedish researchers found alarmingly high levels of environmental pollutants, including lead, pesticides, and PCBs, in urban hedgehogs, raising concerns about human and environmental health due to biomagnification and the persistent nature of these chemicals.
Hedgehog Study Reveals High Environmental Pollution Levels in Southern Sweden
Swedish researchers found alarmingly high levels of environmental pollutants, including lead, pesticides, and PCBs, in urban hedgehogs, raising concerns about human and environmental health due to biomagnification and the persistent nature of these chemicals.
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Caffeine: A Cognitive Ally
Caffeine, a central nervous system stimulant found in coffee, tea, and chocolate, enhances cognitive function by blocking adenosine receptors, improving alertness, memory, and potentially reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases; however, mindful consumption is crucial.
Caffeine: A Cognitive Ally
Caffeine, a central nervous system stimulant found in coffee, tea, and chocolate, enhances cognitive function by blocking adenosine receptors, improving alertness, memory, and potentially reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases; however, mindful consumption is crucial.
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20,000 U.S. Health Workers Fired Amidst Outbreaks
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services fired up to 20,000 employees this week, saving \$1.8 billion annually but impacting agencies like the FDA, CDC, and NIH amidst a measles outbreak and avian flu concerns, prompting legal challenges and criticism.
20,000 U.S. Health Workers Fired Amidst Outbreaks
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services fired up to 20,000 employees this week, saving \$1.8 billion annually but impacting agencies like the FDA, CDC, and NIH amidst a measles outbreak and avian flu concerns, prompting legal challenges and criticism.
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AHS Pauses Controversial Food Policy Amid Public Backlash
Alberta Health Services (AHS) paused a new food policy after public outcry over concerns that patients, particularly children undergoing cancer treatment, would be denied snacks and drinks; the policy aimed to reduce food waste but was poorly communicated.
AHS Pauses Controversial Food Policy Amid Public Backlash
Alberta Health Services (AHS) paused a new food policy after public outcry over concerns that patients, particularly children undergoing cancer treatment, would be denied snacks and drinks; the policy aimed to reduce food waste but was poorly communicated.
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Frequent Blood Donation Linked to Beneficial Genetic Adaptations in Men
A study of 217 male frequent blood donors (over 100 donations) and 212 infrequent donors found that frequent donors had mutations associated with better red blood cell production, while infrequent donors showed mutations linked to leukemia. This suggests regular blood loss might promote beneficial g...
Frequent Blood Donation Linked to Beneficial Genetic Adaptations in Men
A study of 217 male frequent blood donors (over 100 donations) and 212 infrequent donors found that frequent donors had mutations associated with better red blood cell production, while infrequent donors showed mutations linked to leukemia. This suggests regular blood loss might promote beneficial g...
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48% Bias Score
Free Hot Water Pilot Tackles Fuel Poverty in Northern Ireland
A pilot program in Northern Ireland provides free hot water to 20 Housing Executive tenants using excess renewable energy, potentially mitigating fuel poverty affecting at least 22% of households.
Free Hot Water Pilot Tackles Fuel Poverty in Northern Ireland
A pilot program in Northern Ireland provides free hot water to 20 Housing Executive tenants using excess renewable energy, potentially mitigating fuel poverty affecting at least 22% of households.
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36% Bias Score
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