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Rwanda's cherished milk bars face a health challenge as the Health Minister, Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana, advises moderation. While milk is culturally significant and a symbol of prosperity, excessive consumption is linked to rising chronic diseases in urban settings. The minister advocates for increased water intake over large volumes of milk.
Scientists have developed 'smart' nanoparticles that act as both a surgical guide and a post-operative treatment for glioblastoma in mice. The technology illuminates tiny cancer cell clusters, aiding surgeons, and then destroys residual cells, leading to 100% survival in animal trials. While promising, human testing is still pending.
Decades after Linus Pauling's popular claims, new analysis shows vitamin C doesn't prevent colds but may slightly shorten severe symptoms for some. Experts advise caution with high doses.
Two unvaccinated individuals in Pennsylvania have died from measles, marking the first such fatalities in the U.S. this year. The state reports 393 cases, a resurgence not seen in decades. Health officials urge vaccination.
A comprehensive study reveals a 5.51% global lifetime risk of breast cancer (1 in 18). Significant disparities exist, with high-income nations facing over 3.5 times the risk of low-income ones. The research highlights the need for tailored strategies to address varied risk factors and access to care.
New research reveals China's lung cancer mortality rates are declining due to prevention efforts, but the total number of deaths is increasing due to a rapidly aging population. By 2030, aging is projected to drive a 16.6% rise in deaths, overshadowing progress.
Prestige Brands Holdings has recalled 39,060 bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief due to a lack of assurance of sterility. The FDA classified the recall as Class II. No serious side effects have been reported.
A new study in JAMA Network Open suggests patients can increase their chances of a direct doctor response to portal messages by using a cordial tone and addressing physicians by name. The research also uncovered significant disparities in response rates based on race, education, and insurance, with writing style accounting for a notable portion of these gaps.
A new study in The BMJ estimates that a minimum of 25% of former NFL players who died between 2016-2021 had CTE. The research, from Mass General Brigham, utilized the UNITE Brain Bank and aimed to provide a more accurate prevalence baseline for the degenerative brain disease, which can only be diagnosed post-mortem.