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Prescription drugs leave lasting marks on gut health
Your gut hosts a bustling community of microbes that help break down food, train immunity, and tune metabolism. New evidence shows that medicines you took years ago can still leave their mark on that community. This study asks a simple question with big consequences for research and care: Do past prescription drugs change today’s gut microbiome in ways we can…
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‘Preventable deaths will continue’ without action to make NHS more accessible for autistic people, say experts
Credit: CC0 Public Domain Life-saving opportunities to prevent suicide among autistic people are being missed because systemic barriers make it difficult for them to access NHS support during times of mental health crisis, according to new research. Autistic people experience poorer mental and physical health and live shorter lives than the general population. They are significantly more likely than non-autistic…
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These new drugs are changing lives — the NHS won’t buy them
This summer, Katie Brown packed a bag and hopped on a flight to Australia. For most 24-year-olds, five weeks travelling down under would be an unforgettable adventure. For her, it was little short of miraculous. Brown, from Garsington in Oxfordshire, was diagnosed at the age of 12 with myasthenia gravis (MG), a rare autoimmune condition that attacks the muscles. By…
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RSV vaccine slashes hospitalizations in older adults in real-world trial
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: A Danish national registry trial shows the RSVpreF vaccine is highly effective at preventing severe RSV illness and related hospitalizations in older adults, offering real-world support for broader immunization strategies. Study: RSV Prefusion F Vaccine for…
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Pain medicine physician reveals 7 natural relief options to manage chronic pain: Turmeric, CBD, fish oil and more
Living with chronic pain can be exhausting, and while prescription medicines are often necessary, many people look to natural remedies for additional relief. From herbs and vitamins to essential nutrients, certain supplements may support the body’s ability to manage inflammation, ease discomfort, and improve overall quality of life. Living with chronic pain is hard – here are seven natural pain…
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Muskegon County launches survey to address health and economic barriers
MUSKEGON, Mich. — The 2025 Community Life Survey, launched by Access Health in Muskegon, was recently released online, open to all Muskegon County residents over the age of 18. Access Health Muskegon’s COO, Samantha Cornell, says the survey aims to connect with residents to better align resources to support them. “We understand that to solve a problem, you really have…
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Trauma-focused therapy shows promise for children struggling with PTSD
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A specialist form of therapy could offer hope for some of the most vulnerable young PTSD sufferers, according to a University of East Anglia study. Researchers have investigated the effectiveness of trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for treating children who have been through multiple traumas such as abuse, violence or serious accidents. While this type of therapy…
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NHS failure to pay more for drugs ‘is killing patients’
Patients are dying because the NHS is not paying enough for medicines, according to pharmaceutical bosses, who have urged Wes Streeting to “urgently” reopen negotiations. Industry leaders said there was a “real human cost” to the stand-off with the government on drug pricing, which had led to several cancer drugs not being available in the UK. The row led to…
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Automated AI analysis of mammogram images and age can predict cardiovascular disease risk
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: An AI algorithm based only on routine mammogram images plus age can predict a woman’s risk of major cardiovascular disease as well as standard risk assessment methods, finds research published online in the journal Heart. And…
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Traditional, modern medicine working together
Features Janelle De Souza 7 Hrs Ago Making natural remedies. – FOR generations, Caribbean households have turned to “bush medicine” as their first line of defence against illness. From aloe vera for burns to neem for skin conditions, these natural remedies have been passed down as cultural inheritance, long before modern hospitals and pharmaceuticals became the norm. Today, however, the…
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