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Portraits of women who 'shine a light': from an 'analog' astronaut to a watermelon farmer

NPR Health

The Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville, Kentucky, has a new photo exhibit in honor of International Women's Day: "Iconic Women: From Everyday Life to Global Heroes.

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How can daylight saving time impact your health?

The Hill

BLACKSBURG, Va. ( WFXR ) Its that time of year again. Whether you like it, hate it, dont mind, or are maybe on the fence, changing the clocks for daylight saving time seems to always be just around the corner. It has recently been a topic of interest for many people and a political talking point , with calls in Congress to abandon it altogether. Regardless of whether you want to abolish the twice-a-year practice or not, experts have long agreed that it can have an impact on our health.

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Not sure where to go next in life? These journal prompts can help you figure it out

NPR Health

Whether you're thinking about starting a new career or moving to a different city, these exercises can help you make hard decisions with more confidence and clarity.

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100-day TB elimination campaign falls far short of its main objective

The Hindu

Compared with the corresponding period last year, the total TB notifications across India increased by only 44,585 and not over 3.

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Circular RNA plays key role in cancer biology and therapy

News Medical Health Sciences

A new review article highlights the transformative role of circular RNA (circRNA) in cancer, revealing its potential as both a key player in tumor biology and a promising avenue for future therapies.

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Artificial Intelligence-enhanced surgery offers vision correction in 10 seconds

The Hindu

TREK is a customised technique that enables simultaneous removal of epithelium and stroma, particularly benefiting patients with decentred cones, optimising corneal reshaping while preserving tissue

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EZH2 inhibition offers hope for fighting treatment-resistant cancers

News Medical Health Sciences

The critical role of EZH2, an essential epigenetic regulator, in cancer progression and treatment is underscored in this new review article published in Genes & Diseases.

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The Hidden Connections Between Skin Health and Overall Wellness

Mercola

Editor's Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published November 03, 2024. Beneath the surface of your largest organ your skin lies a complex web of connections to your diet, your stress levels and even your deepest emotions. Dr. Keira Barr, a pioneering functional dermatologist and author of the book The Skin Whisperer, has made it her life's work to unravel these intricate relationships.

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Mice demonstrate first responder-like behavior toward injured companions

News Medical Health Sciences

Humans may not be the only ones who aid their friends when they're hurt. Mice may do it, too, as shown by a new research study led by scientists at the Keck School of Medicine of USC published recently in Science.

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The Crucial Connection Between Vitamin K2, Calcium Metabolism and Disease Prevention

Mercola

For decades, the conventional advice for optimal bone health has been to take calcium supplements but the fact is that without the right co-factors, like vitamin K2, this nutrient doesn't end up strengthening bones, and could cause damage instead. Vitamin K2 ensures that calcium binds to bone where it belongs. Without sufficient amounts of K2, calcium builds up in places where it shouldn't like your arteries while leaving your bones weak and brittle.

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Ubiquitination plays a key role in cancer stem cell function and treatment resistance

News Medical Health Sciences

This review highlights the critical role of ubiquitination in governing the functionality of cancer stem cells (CSCs), shedding light on potential therapeutic targets for combating tumor progression, recurrence, and drug resistance.

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Many pregnancy-related complications going undetected and untreated: WHO

The Hindu

Haemorrhage and hypertensive disorders like preeclampsia were responsible for around 80,000 and 50,000 fatalities respectively in 2020, according to the study

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Fentanyl poisonings among children in the U.S. increase sharply over eight years

News Medical Health Sciences

Incidents of children in the U.S. being poisoned by the synthetic opioid fentanyl "increased and became more severe", a new study reveals.

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Government focused on providing preventive, curative, palliative, rehabilitative healthcare: Nadda

The Hindu

Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda emphasizes preventive, curative, palliative, and rehabilitative healthcare at ISHTA 2025 symposium in New Delhi.

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Union Budget (2025-26) and comprehensive primary healthcare system: Another lost opportunity?

BMJ Global Health

The Union Budget 2025-26, driven by a vision for developed India by 2047, has evoked mixed response across sections. In her speech, the finance minister emphasized that a developed nation is essentially its people, and acknowledged that high-quality, affordable, and comprehensive healthcare is indispensable to development. However, this idea has long been enshrined in post-independent Indias vision for development , reflected in the organization of its healthcare system.

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Doctors in Bengal concerned about adverse ecological impact on female reproductive health

The Hindu

Gynaecologists practising in West Bengal cite prolonged exposure to high temperatures, poor air quality, and limited access to clean water among reasons behind reproductive health challenges in women

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Research links kidney dysfunction to muscle weakness in myotonic dystrophy type 1

News Medical Health Sciences

Thurman M. Wheeler, MD, of the Department of Neurology at Massachusetts General Hospital, is the senior author of a paper published in Nature Communications, "Analysis of human urinary extracellular vesicles reveals disordered renal metabolism in myotonic dystrophy type 1.

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Mission cuts $25 from hourly pay for weekend nurses, will require others to pick up shifts to improve staffing

NC Health News

By Andrew R. Jones Asheville Watchdog Mission Hospital is significantly reducing pay for nurses who work only weekends, a move that is already causing departures and that will require other nurses to work those shifts to improve staffing levels. The HCA Healthcare-owned hospital has reduced the hourly pay by $25 for at least 63 nurses who are part of the hospitals Weekender Program, according to interviews with nurses as well as staffing and contract documents and emails obtained by Asheville Wa

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Study reveals growing divide in cardiovascular health in the U.S.

News Medical Health Sciences

A study published March 6 in The Lancet Regional Health - Americas highlights a growing divide in cardiovascular health in the U.S., showing that wealth and education play a significant role in heart disease risk.

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India most likely undercounting heat-related deaths, says former WHO Chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan

The Hindu

Soumya Swaminathan stressed the urgent need for better tracking, preparedness and policy interventions as the country braces for another extreme summer

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Vanderbilt Lung Transplant achieves record-breaking 99 procedures in 2024

News Medical Health Sciences

Surgeons and teams with Vanderbilt Lung Transplant performed 99 lung transplants in 2024, the most ever in one year. Two of the procedures involved combined organ transplants.

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Texas measles outbreak grows to nearly 200 cases; neighboring state reports dozens of illnesses

The Hill

LUBBOCK, Texas ( KLBK ) In its latest update, the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)reported 198 cases of measles across West Texas. The number of cases in neighboring New Mexico also tripled in a day to 30, local health officials said. In Texas, the DSHS said 23 out of the nearly 200 patients were hospitalized as of Friday morning. Officials said most cases were among patients who were not vaccinated.

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Vanderbilt researchers aim to use AI to develop antibody therapies for any target

News Medical Health Sciences

An ambitious project led by Vanderbilt University Medical Center investigators aims to use artificial intelligence technologies to generate antibody therapies against any antigen target of interest.

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Crossover Day 2025: Georgia legislature advances community health worker bill, gun safety tax credit

HEALTHBEAT

The Georgia General Assembly this week took a major step toward creating a certification program for the states community health workers, who work with hospitals and nonprofits to help people navigate the health care system and find needed resources. The bill got a crucial yes vote on Thursday night just hours before the legislatures deadline for the Senate and the House to approve a bill the Crossover Day deadline for it to continue to the other chamber.

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Unraveling the genetic differences between LUAD and LUSC in lung cancer

News Medical Health Sciences

Lung cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related mortality, with lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD) and lung squamous cell carcinoma (LUSC) representing the most prevalent subtypes of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

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Scientists are making progress in better understanding Long COVID

NPR Health

Scientists have made progress in understanding Long COVID over the last five years. Patient advocates hope that research will continue under the Trump administration.

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Understanding the role of LSD1 in cellular processes and disease

News Medical Health Sciences

A new review highlights the pivotal role of LSD1 (lysine-specific demethylase 1) in regulating critical cellular processes and its implications for human diseases.

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COVID-19 in 2025: ‘A Constant Threat, but a Manageable One’

BU School of Public Health Blog

Percent Positivity of COVID-19 Nucleic Acid Amplification Tests (NAATs) in the Past Week (week ending 3/1/25) by HHS Region United States. Credit: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. health disparities COVID-19 in 2025: ‘A Constant Threat, but a Manageable One’ As we enter the sixth year of life with COVID-19, SPH faculty membersDavid Hamer,Laura White,Jonathan Levy,Patricia Fabian, Brooke Nichols, Matt Motta,Tim Callaghan, and Jessica Weuvediscuss how they expect the virus