Malnutrition and Misinformation Fuel Child Stunting Crisis in Benin
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Despite abundant resources, over 30% of Beninese children under five are affected by stunting, a condition with lasting developmental consequences.
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Psyllium Husk Supplement May Enhance Weight Loss Drug Efficacy, Study Suggests
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Experts indicate that the fiber-rich supplement, taken with water, could help manage appetite and prevent weight regain for users of GLP-1 medications.
Psyllium Husk Supplement May Enhance Weight Loss Drugs, Aid Cholesterol Reduction
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Experts suggest the inexpensive fiber supplement can boost satiety and help regulate appetite, potentially improving results for those using GLP-1 injections.
Snake Receives World-First Human Cancer Therapy at Chester Zoo
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A reticulated python named Jodie Foster has recovered after undergoing electrochemotherapy, a treatment typically used for humans.
Vegetable Preservative Linked to Increased Bowel Cancer Risk in Men, Study Finds
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High intake of nitrites, found in leafy greens and processed meats, is associated with a 50% greater chance of developing the disease in males.
Preservative in Leafy Greens Linked to Increased Bowel Cancer Risk in Men
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New research suggests that high intake of nitrites, found in vegetables like rocket and swiss chard, may elevate bowel cancer risk by up to 50% in men.
Simple Oral Rinse Could Aid Early Detection of Rising Cancers
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A novel study suggests mouth bacteria identified through a simple rinse may offer a less invasive screening method for gastric and colorectal cancers.
Salmonella Outbreak Declared in the UK, Health Officials Urge Caution with Imported Eggs
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One death and over 200 illnesses have been reported in a national Salmonella outbreak, with imported eggs suspected as the primary source.
Experimental Melanoma Vaccine Shows Promise in Preventing Cancer Recurrence
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A personalized mRNA vaccine combined with Merck's Keytruda significantly reduced the risk of melanoma returning or spreading in a Phase 3 trial.