Tag #Health

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Bayrou's Speech Highlights Persistent Healthcare Access Issues in France

French Prime Minister François Bayrou's January 14th policy speech addressed healthcare, announcing minor improvements like increased funding but neglecting crucial access-to-care issues, echoing decades-old concerns about systemic problems.

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taz.de
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Foot-and-Mouth Disease Outbreak in Germany: A Consequence of Policy Choices

Germany faces a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak after 35 years, linked to the cessation of mandatory vaccination in the 1990s due to US trade policies, highlighting risks associated with prioritizing economic interests over preventative measures, as detailed in the new "Critical Agriculture Report".

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cnn.com
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Hypertension and Diabetes: Prevalence, Diagnosis, and Crucial Prevention

Hypertension affects nearly half of US adults, and diabetes impacts over 10%, significantly increasing cardiovascular risks; early diagnosis is vital due to the often asymptomatic nature of these conditions, necessitating preventative measures and treatment to reduce severe health consequences.

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CDC Urges Expedited Bird Flu Testing in Hospitals

The CDC urges faster testing (within 24 hours of admission) for hospitalized patients with influenza A to detect the H5N1 bird flu, aiming to improve outbreak investigation and prevent further spread amid high seasonal flu activity and 67 human cases, one of which resulted in death.

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bbc.com
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Cold Snap Overwhelms Chesterfield Hospital AE

Chesterfield Royal Hospital's A&E department is overwhelmed by a surge in patients due to a recent cold snap, with 22 cubicles full, patients in corridors, and staff shortages impacting patient care.

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usa.chinadaily.com.cn
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Hainan Launches New International Medical Tourism Products, Sees 36.76% Growth

Hainan's Boao Lecheng International Medical Tourism Pilot Zone launched eight new products on December 30th, attracting its first Indonesian tourist group on December 23rd and hosting 60 representatives from Southeast Asia and Hong Kong/Macao for a four-day visit, aiming to attract global visitors w...

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dailymail.co.uk
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Cancer Rates Soar Among Young Women: A Growing Gender Disparity

British women under 50 are 70% more likely to develop cancer than men of the same age, a disparity exacerbated by rising rates of breast and thyroid cancers in women and falling rates of certain cancers in men; lifestyle factors like increased alcohol consumption and obesity also play a role.

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gr.euronews.com
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Childhood Obesity Linked to Increased Relapse and Death Risk in Pediatric Cancer

A Canadian study of over 11,000 pediatric cancer patients (ages 2-19) revealed that obese children had a 16% higher relapse risk and a 29% higher death risk within five years, emphasizing the urgent need to address childhood obesity due to its significant impact on cancer outcomes.

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it.euronews.com
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300 New Genetic Variants Linked to Depression Discovered in Global Study

A study of five million people across 29 countries identified 300 new genetic variants linked to depression, highlighting the complex genetic basis of the disorder and paving the way for improved treatments.

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Arkansas Governor Seeks to Reinstate Medicaid Work Requirements

Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced plans to reinstate work requirements for Medicaid recipients, expanding them beyond the state's previous, court-blocked program, potentially affecting thousands and aligning with a broader Republican effort across multiple states.

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FireAid Concert to Benefit LA Wildfire Victims

A star-studded charity concert, "FireAid," will be held on January 30th in Inglewood, California, to raise funds for wildfire relief efforts following recent devastating fires that killed at least 27 and displaced tens of thousands since January 8th.

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Russian Soldier Presumed Dead Found Alive With Amnesia

After a 50-day period of uncertainty, a Russian soldier from Zabaykalsky Krai, presumed dead after a head injury in November 2024, was found alive in a St. Petersburg hospital with amnesia; his family located him with help from a volunteer network following conflicting reports from military official...

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