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Mammalian meat allergy: The allergy that can make daily activities deadly
A teenager in Australia died from tick-induced mammalian meat allergy in 2022, marking the first confirmed death worldwide from the condition. Scientists warn the allergy, triggered by tick bites, can be unexpectedly life-threatening despite being preventable.
Risk of Parkinson’s disease may increase with prolonged exposure to road traffic noise
A large Danish study found that prolonged exposure to road traffic noise is associated with increased risk of Parkinson’s disease, with a 3% rise in risk for every 11.5dB increase in noise level.
Evidence lacking for Oxevision monitoring tech, inquiry hears
An inquiry examining deaths of over 2,000 mental health patients in Essex heard that monitoring technology widely used in psychiatric wards lacks strong independent evidence of improving patient safety.
First person gets new experimental vaccine for Bundibugyo species of Ebola
A 37-year-old British man received the first dose of an experimental Ebola vaccine developed using COVID-19 vaccine technology, marking the start of human trials.
A neglected issue in pedestrian, biker deaths
More than 9,000 pedestrians and cyclists were killed on U.S. roads in 2024, marking a 65% increase since 2010, with vehicle design blind spots identified as a contributing factor.
‘You have to sit quietly until you die’: The families failed by England’s social care system
England’s social care system is under scrutiny as families face financial ruin and inadequate support. Officials have pledged reforms, with recommendations expected by summer 2027.
Chronically ill people face confusion over new Medicaid work rules and ‘medically frail’ exemption
Starting next week, Nebraska will require Medicaid enrollees to work, volunteer, or attend school 80 hours monthly or risk losing coverage, with millions facing similar requirements come January.
What is UV, why is it dangerous and how can you protect yourself?
As the UK faces extreme heat this week, UV levels are expected to rise significantly. While some sun exposure is essential for vitamin D production, excessive UV radiation can damage skin cells and cause cancer.
Relationship OCD convinced me I’d cheat on my boyfriend
Relationship OCD causes persistent intrusive doubts about romantic partners, leading to compulsive reassurance-seeking behaviors that significantly impact daily functioning beyond typical relationship concerns.
What to do if you think someone has heat exhaustion or heatstroke
Getty ImagesMichelle RobertsDigital health editor12 July 2022Updated 22 June 2026During hot weather, it can be easy to overheat, sometimes resulting in heat exhaustion or heatstroke. Heat exhaustion is not usually serious as long as you can cool yourself down - but...
Indiana Takes On Powerful Hospitals by Capping Prices They Charge Employers
Tired of watching its employers struggle to afford the cost of healthcare, Republican-controlled Indiana is trying a traditionally liberal tactic to control costs: setting government price controls on hospitals. Under a law enacted last year, five of Indiana’s largest...
Try These Tips When You Can’t Afford Your Rx
Note: “An Arm and a Leg” uses speech-recognition software to generate transcripts, which may contain errors. Please use the transcript as a tool but check the corresponding audio before quoting the podcast. DAN: Hey there, We are working on some big projects this...
Swim club calls for more school water safety lessons
Ellie CleverleySouth of England22 June 2026Swimming lessons are being impacted by pool closures and rising costs, but the attention is being turned to water safety as a new curriculum is set to come out in September. From the autumn a new Water Safety Forum is being...
Swim club calls for more school water safety lessons
Ellie CleverleySouth of England22 June 2026Swimming lessons are being impacted by pool closures and rising costs, but the attention is being turned to water safety as a new curriculum is set to come out in September. From the autumn a new Water Safety Forum is being...
Swim club calls for more school water safety lessons
Ellie CleverleySouth of England22 June 2026Swimming lessons are being impacted by pool closures and rising costs, but the attention is being turned to water safety as a new curriculum is set to come out in September. From the autumn a new Water Safety Forum is being...
Jeremy Clarkson in remission from prostate cancer
The presenter shared his "aggressive" cancer diagnosis on an episode of Clarkson's Farm earlier this week. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source
Minimum age of 11 set for UK puberty blocker trial
Professor of Health Care Law at UCL, Prof Sir Jonathan Montgomery, said: "Legal proceedings are expected to provide further scrutiny" of the trial, adding: "If there are legal issues that the regulators have overlooked, then it is in everyone's interests that these...
Five tips to keep your kids cool this weekend
Temperatures are set to rise over the next few days, and children can be especially vulnerable - so read on for tips to protect them. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source
Democrats Keep Healthcare at the Fore
The Host Senate Democrats hope a little-used law from the 1990s will help draw attention to the healthcare cost issue by forcing a vote on the Trump administration’s recent changes to the Affordable Care Act. Meanwhile, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F....
Arrests of Immigrant Parents Create Mental Health Crisis for Children
LOS ANGELES — Damian Zermeño, 15, sensed something was wrong the moment he got home from school. His aunt sat at the dining table, sobbing. His father, who’d walked him to the bus stop that morning and promised to take him to dinner when he got back, wasn’t there....
Sandwiched Between Caring for Kids and Aging Parents? Reach Out for Resources
Copy Being a family caregiver is hard work. On June 17, KFF Health News Midwest correspondent Cara Anthony joined WAMU’s Health Hub to discuss her experience with parenting while also caring for aging parents. Listen in as she shares tips for other members of the...
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State Economies Most Exposed to Coronavirus – WalletHub Study
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Creative Ways to Reuse Timber Pallets
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National Dog Day and 100 Years of Famous Dogs
In honor of National Dog Day, the holistic pet wellness company Honest Paws has created one of the cutest videos that we have ever come across: 100 Years of Famous Dogs. The video pays homage to the family classics that we all know and love. From Lassie to 101...