12 dead in possible Nigeria cholera outbreak
At least 12 people have died in Nigeria amid a suspected cholera outbreak that’s spread across the country, authorities said Wednesday. Dr. Bwalki Barem Dilli, director of public health in…
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Canadian PM Trudeau wants investigation into why Israeli soldiers shot doctor
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has called for an investigation into why Israeli soldiers shot a Canadian doctor in Gaza. Dr. Tarek Loubani was in the Gaza Strip Sunday providing…
Mid-life stresses linked to higher late-life risk for dementia
Anxiety during middle age might signal impending dementia, a new analysis suggests. Although millions of Americans suffer from moderate to severe anxiety, it’s not clear how it is linked to…
Bill Gates launches $12M challenge for universal flu vaccine
Billionaire Bill Gates has announced a $12 million Grand Challenge to fund research of universal flu vaccines in preparation for the next flu pandemic. Gates, who founded Microsoft, announced at…
British man gets life sentence for deliberately infecting men with HIV
A British man was sentenced to life in prison Wednesday after a court found he deliberately infected five men with HIV and attempted to infect several others. Daryll Rowe, a…
Britain to ban sale of plastic products in environmental push
The British government on Thursday announced a ban on the sale of plastic straws, drink stirrers and plastic-stemmed cotton swabs. Officials hope the ban, expected to be enforced starting later…
Duke of Edinburgh leaves hospital after hip replacement
After a successful hip replacement and 11 days in the hospital, Prince Phillip was discharged Friday from King Edward VII’s Hospital in London. The Duke of Edinburgh, 96, will continue…
Researchers find single milkshake can kickstart path to heart disease
Milkshakes have long been popular treats for children and adults alike, but a recent study shows that, despite being delicious, they could have a dangerous effect on heart health. Researchers…
Tobacco being tested for flu vaccine production
Inside a 97,000-square-foot greenhouse in North Carolina, thousands of small tobacco plants are growing in individualized containers. In the heart of tobacco country, they…
Drug reduces inflammation in early stroke symptoms
An anti-inflammatory drug licensed to treat rheumatoid arthritis helped reduce inflammation in people in the early stages of stroke, according to research in Britain. Researchers at the University of Manchester…
