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Every move the Princess of Wales makes will be scrutinized moving forward. Kate Middleton‘s return to public life was heralded by the palace, public, and press alike. However, as she continues to battle cancer, Kate’s reappearance on the royal roster is a “double-edged sword” for Kensington Palace.

Kate Middleton Cancer Return a ‘Double-Edged Sword’ for Kensington Palace

Imagine waking up from surgery feeling refreshed, with minimal side effects. As reported by Phys.org, hospitals in the Philadelphia area are making that a reality by phasing out problematic anesthesia options that also happen to be planet-warming gases as part of a broader effort to reduce their carbon footprint. Desflurane,...

Major hospitals phase out anesthetic drug once favored by doctors: 'We haven't looked back'

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) and supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) are two heart conditions caused by atypical electrical activity in your heart. Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is an irregularly fast heartbeat in the lower chambers of your heart that’s caused by atypical electrical activity coming from above. “Supra” means “above,” and “ventricular” refers...

What’s the Difference Between Atrial Fibrillation and Supraventricular Tachycardia?

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Former “Good Morning America” host Charlie Gibson, 81, was a fixture on TV sets for millions of Americans during the ‘80s and ‘90s; towards the end of his broadcast career, he became a cancer advocate.

Former ‘Good Morning America’ Host Charlie Gibson, 81, Anchorman to Cancer Advocate and, His Latest Project Getting Kids to Read

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Prince William and King Charles' close relationship was laid bare in a new documentary as the future King of England opened up about his inheritance and the importance of family

King Charles bursts into tears after Prince William's emotional comment about royal future

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7.2 Magnitude Earthquake Reported

A man who has been diagnosed with terminal bowel cancer has said there were "zero symptoms". Mark Butcher, from Westbury, Wiltshire, is dedicating his last months to supporting other patients and raising awareness that the condition can affect anyone - no matter what age they are. His friends are also...

'There were no warning signs before terminal diagnosis'

Metformin, a medication commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes, helps the body regulate sugar in the bloodstream. Part of the class of drugs known as biguanides, metformin reduces the amount of sugar you absorb from food and the amount produced by the liver. Metformin also impacts the way the body will respond to insulin, the natural substance that regulates blood sugar levels.

Diabetes Drug Metformin Investigated for Cancer Prevention Use

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Researchers have identified a series of blood markers that betray the presence of Parkinson's disease up to seven years before most symptoms present. If findings from this small study can be replicated in larger populations, a simple blood test could be developed to identify those at risk.
With around 10 million people impacted by Parkinson's globally, there is an urgent need to develop better treatments and preventative strategies. One of the reasons this has proved challenging is our inability to identify people at risk of Parkinson's early enough to trial mitigation strategies.

So, University College London biochemist Jenny Hällqvist and colleagues used...

New Test Detects Parkinson's 7 Years Before Most Symptoms Show

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If you’ve known someone in your life who’s been affected by Alzheimer’s or dementia, you know what an incredibly painful disease it can be. According to the World Health Organization, dementia is one of the leading causes of disability and dependence among older adults. It can disrupt memory, cognitive function, mood, and lead to early death.

New Study: If You Notice This When You Walk, It Could Be a Sign of Dementia

The 17-year-old boy died in hospital after the incident at West Wittering beach, police say.

Boy, 17, dies during school trip to the beach

Health Digest

Some medications have effects beyond their intended purpose, and this blood pressure medication is one of them. Check out how it can benefit your skin.

Blood Pressure Medication Has A Little-Known Effect On Your Skin

Yasmin Adams was confined to her cell and appeared "unsettled" prior to her death.

Prison shower changes ordered after woman's death

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a neuromuscular disorder that is characterized by fluctuating muscle weakness and fatigability. While symptoms are heterogenous, among the most common in this disorder are extraocular or levator palpebrae muscle dysfunction, accompanied by weakness of the muscles of the face and neck; these often translate into drooping eyelids, double vision, and changes in facial expression.

Respiratory Failure May Be the Initial Manifestation of Myasthenia Gravis

A hospital trust has made wearing masks mandatory again following a rise of patients infected with Covid-19. Since Monday patients, visitors and staff have been required to wear masks in clinical areas unless exempt at Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital, Stafford. The University of North Midlands NHS Trust...

Masks reintroduced at hospitals over rise in Covid

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What’s the difference? is a new editorial product that explains the similarities and differences between commonly confused health and medical terms, and why they matter. Changes in thinking and memory as we age can occur for a variety of reasons. These changes are not always cause for concern. But when they begin to disrupt daily life, it could indicate the first signs of dementia.

What’s the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia?

Jackie Galgey, 45, is a media professional, children's book author and mom of two. After learning she had trigeminal neuralgia and undergoing two brain surgeries, she's also now an advocate for the rare and chronic facial pain disorder. Galgey shared her story with TODAY.com to raise awareness of the painful condition and how she was able to take her own life back after years of chronic pain.

I have a painful condition known as the ‘suicide disease.’ This is how I got my life back

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Genevieve Lane, who took Leqembi, died of a mysterious side effect called ARIA. Her death, and those of two other trial participants, have some doctors questioning whether the risks of the Alzheimer's drug are worth its benefits.

New drug's potentially fatal side effects obscured by 'soothing acronym,' doctors say

Parents of an 11-year-old girl who had to be put on dialysis after contracting E. coli from a supermarket sandwich have said they "want answers". The girl, from Merseyside, was in hospital for three weeks with haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS), which attacks the kidneys, after eating an own-brand sandwich from Asda supermarket, legal firm Fieldfisher said.

Girl, 11, 'needed dialysis after eating Asda sandwich'

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The door may not be fully closed on Prince Harry’s return into the royal fold, according to a royal expert.

After quitting royal life and moving to the US, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex went on to launch several attacks on Harry’s estranged relatives, causing a major rift between both camps.

Soon after settling down in Montecito, Calif., the duo signed on the dotted line for a series of tell-all projects, each of which revealed bombshell details about life in the palace.



Meghan Markle wraps filming on her new Netflix show: ‘All went well’

After sitting down for an interview with Oprah Winfrey, the...

Prince Harry’s only hope of being let back into the royal fold is if he does this one thing: expert

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More patients who died under neurologist's care to be reviewed

The health minister has announced that a further review of clinical records of 18 patients who died under the care of neurologist Michael Watt is to...

More patients who died under neurologist's care to be reviewed

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