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Cognita receives FDA breakthrough device designation for CXR

Cognita, the AI division of Mosaic Clinical Technologies, has earned FDA breakthrough device designation for its Chest X-Ray model, aiming to boost diagnostic accuracy and efficiency in radiology whil...

4 hours ago 3 min read Health Connor Blake

Study Finds: Protein linked to Parkinson's disease accelerates Alzheimer's progression in women

New research shows that a protein linked to Parkinsons disease may speed up Alzheimers progression in women, highlighting critical sex specific differences and opening paths for more targeted treatmen...

9 hours ago 2 min read Health Ava Mitchell

Allotments closed due to presence of 'forever chemicals' in soil

Two allotment sites near a former industrial area in Thornton Cleveleys have been closed after tests found dangerous levels of persistent chemicals in the soil, prompting authorities to warn residents...

1 days ago 3 min read Health Aiden Foster

Rabies fatality may prompt changes in disease reporting timeframe.

The tragic death of a UK woman from rabies after a puppy scratch abroad has sparked calls to review disease reporting timelines, aiming to ensure faster diagnosis and better patient safety in rare but...

2 days ago 3 min read Health Ethan Caldwell

Texas AG Ken Paxton extends ban on gender-affirming care to include talk therapy for trans kids

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has expanded the state ban on gender-affirming care for minors to include talk therapy, affecting psychologists, therapists, and social workers. The move raises conce...

2 days ago 3 min read Health Maya Henderson

Increased likelihood of water loss following main burst

The Thames region, already impacted by a broken water main, faces the increasing risk of water shortages. Repairs near Oxford Road in Eynsham are proving difficult, with ongoing disruptions affecting ...

3 days ago 3 min read Health Jackson Miller

Cancer patient takes pride in participating in vaccine trial.

Richard Oldale, a 42-year-old cancer patient from Bradford, is participating in the AHEAD-MERIT vaccine trial aimed at advancing cancer treatments. The trial uses mRNA technology to help boost the imm...

3 days ago 3 min read Health Lucas Grant

The anticipation of aneurysm surgery felt like a ticking time bomb.

The anxiety of awaiting aneurysm surgery became unbearable for Angela Langlois, who faced 35 weeks of uncertainty after doctors discovered that her previously treated brain aneurysm required further i...

4 days ago 3 min read Health Lucas Grant

Culling enforced following bird flu detection

A major bird flu outbreak has been confirmed in North Yorkshire, with the H5N1 virus detected on local poultry farms. The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has implemented immed...

4 days ago 3 min read Health Harper Simmons

Woman plans to take on council over incident involving intoxicated man falling into her living room.

A Woodbridge resident is preparing to challenge the local council after being ordered to remove window bars installed to protect her flat from repeated incidents involving intoxicated intruders, inclu...

4 days ago 3 min read Health Aiden Foster

Autism researchers establish independent committee in response to Kennedy-appointed group

Autism researchers and advocates have launched an independent committee to guide autism research, offering a science-based alternative to recent federal panel changes and aiming to advance evidence-dr...

4 days ago 3 min read Health Zoe Harrison

Mother spent a day in hospital corridor so cramped that people kept bumping into catheter

At Tameside General Hospital, a 96-year-old woman spent a full day in a crowded corridor, highlighting urgent pressures on healthcare. The cramped space forced her family to manage care, exposing gaps...

5 days ago 4 min read Health Chloe Ramirez

New Tool to Stop Invasive Fish Threatening the Everglades

Scientists at the University of Florida have developed a cutting-edge tool to detect invasive fish species in the Everglades. Using a digital PCR eDNA test, the system can quickly identify species lik...

5 days ago 4 min read Health Chloe Ramirez

Research Finds Higher Broadband Access Linked to Higher Teen Suicide Risk

A recent study has revealed a concerning link between increased broadband access in the U.S. and higher suicide risk among teens. The research highlights how expanded internet availability correlates ...

6 days ago 4 min read Health Gavin Porter

Opus Genetics releases findings from Phase I/II trial of OPGx-BEST1 gene therapy

Opus Genetics has revealed early results from its Phase I/II trial of OPGx-BEST1 gene therapy, showing positive safety and visual improvements in patients with Best vitelliform macular dystrophy and a...

6 days ago 4 min read Health Noah Whitman

New regulations implemented for hospital leadership

The Humber Health Partnership has entered special measures after rising concerns about hospital leadership and management, prompting urgent oversight and improvement efforts to ensure patient safety a...

6 days ago 5 min read Health Connor Blake

Lilly announces results of ACHIEVE-3 trial for type 2 diabetes

Eli Lilly reports that the ACHIEVE-3 trial shows orforglipron significantly lowers A1C and promotes weight loss in adults with type 2 diabetes compared to oral semaglutide, highlighting its potential ...

6 days ago 3 min read Health Harper Simmons

Podcast: FDA guidance on advancing Rare Disease Day

FDA has made significant strides in rare disease therapy development by releasing new guidance aimed at supporting innovation and addressing regulatory challenges. These steps are designed to enhance ...

6 days ago 4 min read Health Sophia Brooks

Ex-US diplomat receives life sentence for abusing girls in Burkina Faso

A former U.S. diplomat has been sentenced to life in prison for sexually abusing two teenage girls while stationed in Burkina Faso. The abuse occurred between 2022 and 2023 at a U.S. embassy residence...

6 days ago 3 min read Health Benjamin Carter

Combat Government Corruption through Deregulation.

Rising corruption in the United States highlights the link between complex regulations and bribery as officials exploit discretionary power. Experts suggest that reducing government size and simplifyi...

6 days ago 6 min read Health Olivia Parker

Bayer's Xofigo and Xtandi combination increases overall survival in mCRPC patients with bone metastases.

Bayer's Xofigo combined with Xtandi shows a significant increase in overall survival for patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) and bone metastases. The Phase III PEACE-...

03/01/2026 3 min read Health Riley Thompson

Health Rounds: Scientists discover cellular factors behind quicker pain relief in males

New research reveals that men recover from pain faster than women due to immune system differences. Scientists found that higher levels of IL-10-producing monocytes in males, influenced by testosteron...

03/01/2026 4 min read Health Zoe Harrison

Transgender Kansans outraged by bathroom, driver’s license law: ‘They’re targeting us’

Transgender Kansans are outraged over a new law that mandates restroom usage based on birth-assigned sex and forces many to update their driver’s licenses to match. Activists argue the law targets the...

03/01/2026 4 min read Health Harper Simmons

Twelve-year-old recipient of heart transplant reunites with medical team

A twelve-year-old girl who received a heart transplant at Birmingham Children's Hospital has reunited with the medical team that saved her life. Jasmine Page, now 27, met the doctors and nurses who pe...

03/01/2026 4 min read Health Aiden Foster

Fort Worth's Creekview Middle School closed on Friday due to norovirus outbreaks.

Creekview Middle School in Fort Worth closed on Friday after a surge in norovirus cases among students and staff. The district is working with local health officials to clean and disinfect the campus ...

02/28/2026 3 min read Health Chloe Ramirez

Age change for body piercings approved in principle

Guernsey politicians have agreed in principle to lower the legal age for body piercings from 18 to 16, allowing minors to get piercings with parental consent, aiming to provide safer, regulated option...

02/27/2026 3 min read Health Logan Reeves

Eating vegetarian reduces cancer risk by up to 30%

A new study reveals that adopting a vegetarian diet can lower the risk of various cancers by up to 30%. The largest analysis of its kind shows a 21% reduced risk of pancreatic cancer and a 9% lower ri...

02/27/2026 4 min read Health Harper Simmons

Farmers join forces to protect endangered butterfly

Farmers in Wiltshire are leading a vital conservation effort to protect the endangered Duke of Burgundy butterfly by restoring 56 hectares of farmland with native trees, meadows, and diverse habitats,...

02/27/2026 4 min read Health Jackson Miller

Coastal City Lights Disrupt Sharks' "Sleep Hormone"

A recent study by the University of Miami reveals that artificial light at night (ALAN) significantly reduces melatonin levels in sharks, particularly in coastal urban areas. Nurse sharks exposed to b...

02/26/2026 4 min read Health Maya Henderson

Tea or Coffee: Which Drink is Best for Your Gut, Heart, and Brain?

Both tea and coffee offer health benefits, but their impact varies. Coffee, rich in polyphenols, supports gut health and metabolism, while tea provides antioxidants that benefit heart and bone health....