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Health and science news highlights include a study for a San Juan resident raffling his home due to health issues, an investigation into a death after cosmetic surgery in Barranquilla, Colombia, and a Singaporean mother's ongoing grief after a miscarriage. Meanwhile, Indonesia's JKN program eases heart patient treatment in Merauke, and Rivers State police receive an autopsy report following a toddler's death amid cover-up allegations.

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฌ /English NEW

Why does appetite shrink with age? Experts explain the science

- Appetite and calorie intake often decrease with age due to hormonal shifts, slower stomach emptying, and muscle loss. - Diminished senses of taste and smell, as well as eating alone, can further redโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฌ /English

New Zealand confirms first H5N1 bird flu case in native bird

- New Zealand has confirmed its first case of the H5N1 bird flu virus in a native bird, a swamp harrier hawk. - This follows the recent detection of the virus in a migratory seabird, marking the countโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ผ /Chinese

Red urine? Urologist demystifies 'blood in urine'

- Seeing blood in the urine, or hematuria, can be alarming, but it doesn't always indicate a serious condition like bladder cancer. - Common causes include urinary tract infections, kidney stones, andโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ผ /Chinese

Summer cold escalates to empyema, doctors drain 600cc of pus

- A patient in Taiwan was hospitalized with severe pneumonia complicated by empyema, a serious chest infection. - The patient initially experienced flu-like symptoms but developed chest pain, difficulโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท /Spanish NEW

Meteorite that hit US home reveals unexpected findings for NASA

- A meteorite that crashed into a New Jersey home contained previously unidentified minerals, salts, and organic compounds. - The analysis of the space rock offers new insights into the chemistry of pโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ช /Spanish

Woman loses toe to fungus from pigeon droppings in Peru

- A woman in Peru lost a toe and suffered severe health consequences after cleaning pigeon droppings without protection for years. - Verรณnica Marzano contracted a dangerous fungus, cryptococcosis, froโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ /English

Longevity industry boom mixes hype with legitimate research

- The anti-aging and longevity industry is experiencing a boom, attracting significant investment from wealthy individuals. - Many startups make extraordinary claims about reversing aging, but scientiโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ /English

Artificial Placentas Developed to Aid Premature Babies

- Researchers are developing an artificial placenta to support extremely premature babies. - The technology aims to provide nutrients and oxygen, mimicking the uterus to allow further growth. - Currenโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ /English

Taco Bell lettuce identified as source of US diarrhea outbreak

- US health officials identified lettuce from Taco Bell restaurants as a source of a widespread outbreak of the parasite cyclospora. - The outbreak has affected over 30 US states, with Michigan reportโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ /English

Young people claim doctors are missing signs of bowel cancer

- Young Australians are increasingly being diagnosed with early-onset bowel cancer, with doctors often dismissing symptoms due to their age. - This form of the disease appears to be more aggressive anโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡พ /Spanish

Dinosaur-killing meteorite was a rare type, study finds

- A recent study suggests the meteorite that caused the dinosaur extinction 66 million years ago was a rare carbonaceous chondrite of the Ornans class. - This type of meteorite, representing a tiny frโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡พ /Spanish

IPS Advances Ultrasound Appointments with Saturday "Marathons"

- The Institute of Social Security (IPS) in Paraguay is launching Saturday "marathons" to perform up to 180 ultrasounds each weekend. - This initiative aims to reduce the waiting list for ultrasounds,โ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡พ /Spanish

DRC Ebola Death Toll Rises to 864, Confirmed Cases Reach 2,181

- The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported 864 deaths and 2,181 confirmed cases of Ebola as of July 16. - The current outbreak, declared on May 15, has a case fatality rate of 39.6%, with 722 patโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท /Spanish

US hospital Mayo Clinic uses AI to analyze patient histories

- Mayo Clinic is using an AI tool called Record Time to analyze patient medical histories and generate summaries. - The system aims to reduce the time doctors spend reviewing records, potentially saviโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท /Spanish

Science reveals the age at which dogs are considered old

- Scientific research indicates that canine old age begins, on average, around 12.5 years, a finding based on a study of over 800 dogs. - The age at which a dog is considered old varies significantly โ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท /Spanish

First sugar molecule detected in Milky Way cloud

- Astronomers detected the sugar erythrose for the first time in an interstellar cloud near the Milky Way's center. - This discovery suggests complex sugars can form before stars and planets are born.โ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท /Spanish

Tarragon: Health effects and who should avoid it

- Tarragon, also known as dragoncillo or tarragรณn, is an aromatic herb valued in French cuisine and herbal medicine for its anise-like flavor and bitter taste. - It is attributed with digestive, anti-โ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท /Spanish

Bariloche investigates potential rodent-borne disease cases

- Two municipal landfill workers in Bariloche, Argentina, are being tested for leptospirosis. - The disease, transmitted by rodents, can cause flu-like symptoms or severe complications. - Health authoโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง /English

Legionnaires' disease outbreak in NYC claims first life

- A Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City has resulted in one death, health officials confirmed. - At least 67 people have been infected and dozens hospitalized, with investigations focusingโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ /Spanish

Yucatรกn Sees Over 7,000 Conjunctivitis Cases This Year

- Yucatรกn, Mexico, has recorded over 7,000 cases of conjunctivitis so far this year, a slight increase from the same period in 2025. - The National Epidemiological Surveillance System reported 295 newโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ /Spanish

Sciatica Pain? 5 Easy Exercises for Immediate Relief

- Lower back pain is a common ailment, but sharp, burning pain extending down the leg often indicates sciatic nerve compression. - MedlinePlus explains this condition, formally known as lumbar radiculโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท /Korean

Health Changes After Eating 40 Blueberries Daily for a Month

- The article discusses the health benefits of consuming 40 blueberries whole in one serving. - It details the changes observed after consuming blueberries for a month. - The cost-effectiveness of thiโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท /Korean

UK to ban sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s

- The UK government will ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to children under 16 starting April next year. - The ban applies to drinks with over 150mg of caffeine per liter and will cover shoโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฏ /English

Health Ministry enforces strict rural postings for new doctors

- Fiji's Health Ministry is strictly assigning new doctors to rural and maritime facilities to improve primary healthcare. - While graduates can request preferred postings or seek reviews for special โ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฏ /English

Government to improve menstrual voucher access

- Fiji's Ministry of Education will improve access to menstrual hygiene vouchers for young girls across all nine education districts. - Education Minister Aseri Radrodro stated the ministry is workingโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช /Swedish

Conditions for life found: 'Are we alone?'

- Scientists at Harvard University have identified a planet with conditions potentially suitable for life. - The planet is described as rocky, with an atmosphere and temperatures conducive to liquid wโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช /Swedish

Sweden to Investigate All Child Suicides

- A new unit at the Public Health Agency of Sweden will investigate all suicides among children under 18. - The unit aims to understand the reasons behind these suicides and identify societal failuresโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช /Swedish

Parasite causes diarrhea โ€“ linked to Taco Bell

- Over 1,600 people in the US have been infected with a parasite causing prolonged diarrhea after eating at Taco Bell. - The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identified shredded iceโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡ธ /Serbian

Doctors Warn of Risks to Infants at Loud Concerts

- Doctors warn that loud music at concerts can permanently damage infants' hearing. - While protective headphones can reduce noise, they do not eliminate it entirely. - Experts advise against exposingโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท /Turkish

Weight loss drug users warned of 3 deadly mistakes

- GLP-1 based drugs, initially for type 2 diabetes, are now widely used for weight loss but can cause serious health crises if misused. - Experts warn against increasing dosages without medical supervโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท /Turkish

2.5-Kilogram Uterine Fibroid Removed in Gaziantep Surgery

- Doctors successfully removed a nearly 2.5-kilogram uterine fibroid from a patient at ฤฐslahiye State Hospital in Gaziantep, Turkey. - The surgery was performed by Dr. Celal Nacar, who highlighted thaโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น /Lithuanian

Endocrinologist: New PCOS Name Marks Historic Shift

- The medical term for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) has been updated to reflect a broader understanding of the condition. - The new name emphasizes that it is a systemic neuroendocrine and metabolโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น /Lithuanian

Congo sees surge in confirmed Ebola cases and deaths

- The Democratic Republic of Congo reported 56 new Ebola cases and 36 deaths in the 24 hours leading up to Thursday. - The current outbreak is particularly difficult to control due to the lack of a vaโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น /Lithuanian

Does garlic cure colds? Pharmacist reveals its true effect

- Garlic is often called a natural antibiotic due to its sulfur compounds, particularly allicin, which has antimicrobial properties. - Studies suggest allicin can inhibit bacteria, fungi, and some virโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น /Lithuanian

England to ban energy drink sales to under-16s

- England will ban the sale of energy drinks to individuals under 16 years old. - The new law, effective April 2027, targets drinks containing more than 150 mg of caffeine per liter. - This measure aiโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ /English

Kwara: When healthcare stops being a promise

- Kwara State in Nigeria has significantly upgraded its healthcare system, moving from a state of neglect to one of improved services and patient confidence. - The administration focused on renovatingโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ /English

Shettima tasks LG chairmen on grassroots nutrition drive

- Vice President Kashim Shettima urged Nigerian local government chairmen to implement the Nutrition 774 Initiative at the grassroots level. - He directed the Association of Local Governments of Nigerโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ /English

Nigeria bans unhealthy foods in schools, hospitals

- The Nigerian government has implemented new national guidelines to ban unhealthy foods in public institutions like schools and hospitals. - The policy aims to reduce non-communicable diseases by phaโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ /English

FG targets eradication of sheep, goat disease by 2030

- Nigeria aims to eradicate Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), a contagious viral disease affecting sheep and goats, by 2030. - The Federal Government emphasizes intensified surveillance, vaccination, โ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ /English

Kaduna Govt Reaffirms Commitment to Tackling Malnutrition

- The Kaduna State Government is strengthening its commitment to reducing malnutrition by improving nutrition programs across all 23 local government areas. - A review meeting assessed nutrition activโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ /English

Cโ€™River Launches Campaign to Combat Preeclampsia Deaths

- Cross River State in Nigeria has launched a weeklong campaign to combat preeclampsia and reduce maternal and neonatal deaths. - The campaign, themed 'Preeclampsia: The Unforeseen Enemy at the Door,'โ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท /Croatian

Actress Leven Rambin's aorta perforated during routine surgery

- Actress Leven Rambin experienced a life-threatening complication during a routine laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis. - Doctors accidentally perforated her aorta, requiring emergency surgery andโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท /Croatian

Croatia performs first laparoscopic spinal fusion surgery

- Croatian surgeons performed the country's first laparoscopic Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) surgery. - The rare procedure treats lower spine conditions like disc degeneration and instabilitโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ /English

Telangana Government To Enact Stringent Anti-Adulteration Law

- The Telangana government plans to enact a strict law against food adulteration. - Chief Minister Revanth Reddy highlighted that chemicals used to ripen fruits, preserve vegetables, and extend milk sโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ /Spanish

Panama has about 300 ambulances nationwide, according to Minsa

- Panama's Ministry of Health (Minsa) operates between 100 and 120 ambulances nationwide. - The fleet includes basic and advanced care ambulances to meet diverse patient needs. - Coordination among puโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡ด /Romanian

Atmosphere detected on Earth-like exoplanet LHS 1140 b

- Astronomers detected an atmosphere on the exoplanet LHS 1140 b, located 40 light-years away. - This discovery provides strong evidence for Earth-like worlds capable of hosting life beyond our solar โ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ป๐Ÿ‡ณ /Vietnamese

15 Million Vietnamese Suffer Mental Disorders as Burden Grows

- An estimated 15% of Vietnam's population, or about 15 million people, suffer from at least one of ten common mental disorders. - Mental health issues, including anxiety and depression, are increasinโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡บ /Hungarian

Hungary braces for extreme UV-B radiation Sunday

- Hungary is bracing for extremely strong UV-B radiation on Sunday, urging caution with sun exposure. - Experts emphasize the critical importance of sun protection, especially for infants and young chโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฌ /English

Lancet Review: mRNA Vaccines Proven Safe and Effective

- A review published in The Lancet confirms mRNA vaccines are safe and effective for preventing infectious diseases. - The review synthesizes evidence from laboratory research, clinical trials, and reโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ /Indonesian

Indonesia pushes for vaccine independence with new typhoid jab

- Indonesia has launched Bio-TCV, a typhoid conjugate vaccine developed through collaboration between academia, industry, and government. - The vaccine, a result of innovation from the University of Iโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ /Indonesian

WHO: Ebola Spreading Faster Than Ever in DRC

- The World Health Organization warns that Ebola is spreading faster in the Democratic Republic of Congo than in previous outbreaks. - Over 2,000 cases and 796 deaths have been confirmed in the DRC siโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ /Indonesian

Integrated stroke care key to reducing patient disability

- Rapid and integrated stroke treatment is crucial for improving patient recovery and reducing disability, according to Siloam Hospitals Bali. - The hospital emphasizes the importance of fast diagnosiโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฉ /French

Ebola response in Ituri strengthened with ten new ambulances

- Ten new ambulances have been deployed in Ituri province to bolster the fight against the Ebola virus. - The vehicles aim to improve patient care and the mobility of response teams in the affected reโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฉ /French

UNAIDS launches HIV support projects in Ituri health zones

- UNAIDS has launched two community support projects in Bunia, Ituri, to assist people living with HIV. - These initiatives aim to protect HIV-positive individuals from new health threats and ensure tโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช /German

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo claims over 860 lives

- The Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing a severe Ebola outbreak, with the government reporting 2,181 confirmed cases. - As of Thursday, 864 deaths have been confirmed, with 36 additional faโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช /German

Ebola outbreak in Congo: Searching for Patient Zero

- Anthropologist Sung-Joon Park is searching for "Patient Zero" in the Democratic Republic of Congo to understand the origin of the latest Ebola outbreak. - Identifying the initial source of the epideโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท /Greek

Greece's C-section rate among world's highest, study finds

- Greece has one of the world's highest rates of Cesarean sections, with 67% of births occurring this way. - This rate is significantly higher than in most European countries, where it ranges from 15%โ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ /Slovenian

Earth-like exoplanet LHS 1140b found to have an atmosphere

- Astronomers have detected an atmosphere around the rocky exoplanet LHS 1140b, located 48 light-years away. - This marks the first time an atmosphere has been found on an Earth-like planet within itsโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ /Slovenian

Quenching thirst with beer? There is no safe amount of alcohol

- Experts warn that there is no safe amount of alcohol to consume, especially in hot weather, as heat increases the risks associated with drinking. - Alcohol dehydrates the body, impairs judgment, andโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ /English

Chinese scientists find human reproduction difficult in space

- Human reproductive cells showed significantly reduced growth and development in space, according to a study by Chinese scientists. - The success rate of generating precursor germ cells fell by aboutโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ /Spanish

Study reveals how to slow cognitive decline in Ecuador

- A new study reveals that cognitive decline in Ecuador can be slowed without medication through accessible habits. - The LatAm-FINGERS study, with a center in Quito, provides local evidence for lifesโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ต /English

NEPSE this week

- The article provides a scale for air quality index (AQI) readings. - It categorizes AQI levels from 'Good' to 'Very Unhealthy'. - The scale includes numerical ranges for each category.

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ /Danish

Business Leaders Urge Wider Adult Vaccination to Aid Economy

- Danish business organization Dansk Erhverv urges wider vaccination of adults to reduce sick leave and boost the economy. - The government is open to the proposal, but health professionals express caโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ /English

Wildfire smoke can harm your brain, experts warn

- Wildfire smoke particles can enter the brain, causing inflammation, fogginess, and headaches. - Long-term exposure to these particles may lead to cognitive decline and dementia. - Experts recommend โ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฑ /Dutch

Paris Region Sees Double Usual Deaths During Heatwave

- The Paris region recorded twice the usual number of deaths during the recent heatwave. - Temperatures in the region reached up to 39.7 degrees Celsius (103.5 degrees Fahrenheit). - Health authoritieโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ /English

Mahama urges Ghanaians to cut sugar, avoid late-night meals

- President John Dramani Mahama advised Ghanaians to reduce sugar intake and avoid late-night heavy meals. - He warned that excessive sugar consumption increases the risk of diabetes and potentially cโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฎ /Spanish

Can You Hear Two People at Once? Science Says Yes

- Scientists have found that the human brain can follow two conversations simultaneously for brief periods. - This ability, called "neuronal overlap," allows a person to process a new speaker before cโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ณ /French

Tunisia issues high heat alert for 21 governorates

- Tunisia's National Meteorology Institute has issued a high vigilance alert for 21 governorates due to a severe heatwave and sirocco winds. - The alert, effective until Saturday, excludes only three โ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ /Finnish

Researcher Offers Guidance on Developmental Bodyweight Training

- Muscle mass begins to decline in middle age, but this can be counteracted with bodyweight training. - A researcher from the University of Jyvรคskylรค explains that muscle strength can decrease by abouโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด /Norwegian

June heatwave caused high excess mortality in Europe

- At least 12,000 excess deaths were recorded in nine European countries during a single week in June due to a heatwave, with the total potentially being higher. - Analysis by AFP of death tolls in Beโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ผ /English

Darwinโ€™s watermelon & the big lie about honey

- Social media warnings falsely claim seedless fruits are lab-made, genetically modified, or grown in artificial soil. - In reality, seedless fruits result from natural genetic mutations and traditionโ€ฆ