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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Zimbabwe declares cholera outbreak after 20 deaths

A cholera emergency has been declared in Zimbabwe's capital after 20 people have died, the health minister said Tuesday.

Sep 11, 2018

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Oncology & Cancer

Cancer prevention research and practice—the way forward to tackle rising cancer burden

Research shows that up to 50 percent of cancer cases and deaths are preventable. Cancer prevention is the most cost-effective and sustainable long-term strategy for the control of cancer.

Nov 28, 2018

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Cardiology

Poor oral health more likely for children with heart conditions

(HealthDay)—Children with heart conditions are more likely to have poor oral health and teeth in fair or poor condition than those without heart conditions, according to research published in the Feb. 11 issue of the U.S. ...

Feb 11, 2022

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Psychology & Psychiatry

Message to parents: Babies don't 'start from scratch'

There's now overwhelming evidence that a child's future health is influenced by more than just their parents' genetic material, and that children born of unhealthy parents will already be pre-programmed for greater risk of ...

Aug 14, 2014

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Health

Nutritional value of foods static despite targets on calories, salt and sugar

UK policies that set targets for reductions in salt, sugar and calories have not led to overall improvements in the nutritional value of food products. Research published in the open access journal PLOS ONE evaluates foods ...

Aug 4, 2021

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Alzheimer's disease & dementia

Study: Diabetes and tooth loss together worsen cognitive decline

Having both diabetes and tooth loss contributes to worse cognitive function and faster cognitive decline in older adults, according to a new study published in a special issue of the Journal of Dental Research focused on ...

Mar 13, 2023

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Health

Rich American seniors are getting healthier, leaving the poor behind

The U.S. has seen substantial improvements in life expectancy over the past century, particularly for those who are better-educated and more affluent.

Sep 19, 2017

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Endocrinology & Metabolism

The bitter truth of added sugar: What excessive fructose consumption can do to your body

In today's fast-paced world, the dependence on the widely available "fast" foods and beverages has risen. These foods are typically low in fiber and essential nutrients, and often consist of high amounts of added sugar. This ...

Aug 30, 2021

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Psychology & Psychiatry

How diet affects mental health: What's the evidence?

A new expert review confirms that diet significantly influences mental health and wellbeing, but cautions that the evidence for many diets is comparatively weak. This, the most up to date overview of the new field of Nutritional ...

Jan 3, 2020

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