When ‘Cancer’ Gets in the Way of Treatment
Some oncologists suggest that, for certain early cancers not at risk of spreading, the term “cancer” should be avoided.
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For Children in Rural Mozambique, the Future Comes Into Focus
One doctor is showing nurses, teachers and parents how to spot eye problems, many of which can be easily treated. Surgery, and even just glasses, can be life-changing, and keep kids in school.
Parkinson’s patient ‘feels cured’ with new device
Kevin Hill, who has a computer in his chest linked to a brain implant, says he has his life back.
GPs asked to identify potential gambling addicts
The health watchdog says gambling should be given the same weight as alcohol and nicotine addiction.
Trump Administration Halts H.I.V. Drug Distribution in Poor Countries
PEPFAR’s computer systems also are being taken offline, a sign that the program may not return, as Republican critics had hoped.
What We Know About Bird Flu
In recent months, bird flu has started raising red flags among scientists and public health officials. Apoorva Mandavilli, a New York Times reporter who covers infectious diseases, explains why we need to start taking bird flu seriously.
Girl, 12, died after drink made in unwashed blender
The 12-year-old girl’s milkshake was contaminated with nuts used to prepare a previous drink.
In ‘Eureka Day,’ a Scene About Vaccines Devolves, Hilariously
In “Eureka Day,” changes were made to a scene because “the laughter was so robust backstage, they couldn’t hear the cues.”
‘This Is a Dangerous Virus’
A bird-flu pandemic is far from inevitable. But health experts are closely monitoring an outbreak that could quickly escalate among people.
Pharmacists in warning over weight-loss jab sales
Pharmacists say they are aware of people being wrongly prescribed weight-loss drugs.
Carol Downer, Feminist Leader in Women’s Health, Dies at 91
She opened clinics, worked to educate women about their reproductive health, and promoted an abortion technique she felt was safe enough for laypeople.
How My Trip to Quit Sugar Quickly Became a Journey Into Hell
For my whole life, I’ve been a hard-core sweets junkie. Could a spa help me quit in a week?
Inside the $32 Billion Industry Transforming Marijuana
Inside the $32 billion industry transforming marijuana, its consumption and beliefs about its ability to heal.
Sewage leaks and ops delayed – life at hospitals awaiting rebuild
A host of hospital building projects have been put back to the 2030s. How will they cope?
Hair loss drug finasteride ‘biggest mistake of my life’
Some online sites prescribe a potentially risky hair loss drug without consistent safety checks, BBC finds.
Surge in vomiting bug keeps pressure on hospitals
Norovirus cases are the highest they have been since January 2020.
Ointment appeal for disabled teen on ‘last tube’
George Rabbett-Smith’s mum criticises online sellers for inflating the discontinued product’s price.
Man had unnecessary chemotherapy for 14 years
His lawyers say his case is “just the tip of the iceberg” and 12 other patients may be affected.
‘Filming me sleep on ward made my mental health worse’
Former mental health patients are worried camera surveillance is being used without explicit consent.
Treat eating disorders as an emergency, MPs urge
The alarming rise in disorders such as anorexia and bulimia is now an emergency, a cross-party group says.
US exit from WHO could see fifth of budget disappear
Trump has long been critical of how the Geneva-based institution handled the Covid-19 pandemic.