Children’s author Robert Munsch approved for medically assisted dying in Canada
Health • 5 months ago
Munsch, diagnosed with dementia and Parkinson’s, has not set a date and says he will choose when communication deteriorates
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Barber spots lump on teenager's neck, prompts Hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis; patient now in remission
Health • 5 months ago
Seventeen-year-old from Ludlow thanked his barber after the swelling led to a GP referral and specialist tests; intensive chemotherapy followed and he has now been declared in remission.
Barber spots lump on 17-year-old’s neck that led to Hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis; teen now in remission
Health • 5 months ago
Owen Norgrove of Ludlow was urged to see a GP after his barber noticed swelling; a specialist confirmed Hodgkin lymphoma and he underwent chemotherapy before returning for a first haircut
Fake pet medicine nearly kills cat as officials warn of counterfeit veterinary products
Health • 5 months ago
Counterfeit animal medicines sold online have caused toxic reactions and costly emergency care; authorities urge owners to buy from trusted retailers and report suspicious products.
AI trained on mammograms predicts heart attack and stroke risk, study finds
Health • 5 months ago
Australian researchers report a deep-learning model that uses routine breast screening images to estimate cardiovascular risk as accurately as traditional calculators
Study finds higher risk of suicidal thoughts among adults with atopic eczema
Health • 5 months ago
International analysis of more than 30,800 adults reports 13% of people with atopic eczema have experienced suicidal ideation versus 8.5% of controls; symptom severity, sleep disturbance and stigma linked to increased risk.
Erin Bates says she cannot use right leg after septic shock following birth of son
Health • 5 months ago
The Bringing Up Bates star was hospitalized after a UTI and kidney infection led to septic shock; she spent nearly three weeks in intensive care and has been discharged but remains without function in her right leg.
Common eczema linked to higher rates of suicidal thoughts, large study finds
Health • 5 months ago
International research presented in Paris connects atopic eczema severity, sleep problems and stigma with raised suicidal ideation among adults
AI analysis of mammograms predicts cardiovascular risk, study finds
Health • 5 months ago
Australian researchers report routine breast screening images can identify heart attack and stroke risk comparable to traditional calculators, suggesting a potential 'two‑for‑one' screening opportunity.