New study probes why COVID vaccines may trigger heart inflammation in some people
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Researchers describe a potential immune-linked mechanism and highlight a demographic with higher signals, while stressing that vaccines remain essential.
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Flu cases rise in multiple regions as holiday gatherings drive transmission
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CDC data show rising influenza activity in New York, Colorado, New Jersey and Louisiana, with experts cautioning the season could persist into spring.
First biological test for aphantasia uses pupil response, UNSW researchers say
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Australian researchers report pupillary response can objectively identify aphantasia, a hidden disability affecting mental imagery in about 2–5% of people.
Tinnitus led to brain tumour diagnosis; patient marks 10-year milestone with fundraising
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59-year-old Darren Harris of Paignton underwent cutting-edge treatment for a slow-growing brain tumour after years of tinnitus
Dengue antiviral mosnodenvir shows promise, but development stalls as disease spreads
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First antiviral to prevent dengue in early trials arrives as major sponsor exits, highlighting a gap between medical need and market incentives
Random MRI misalignment reveals silent thyroid cancer discovered in a young woman
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A routine MRI for an arm issue led to the incidental detection of papillary thyroid cancer in a 27-year-old, highlighting how thyroid cancer can be asymptomatic and the role of incidental findings in early diagnosis.
Six festive foods to avoid this Christmas if you're on a weight-loss jab, experts say
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An NHS GP warns high-fat and sugary Christmas staples can trigger symptoms for people using GLP-1 weight-loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro.
Two-probiotic blend shown to ease non-constipated IBS symptoms in adults, study finds
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A two-strain probiotic combination, Lactobacillus acidophilus LA-5 and Bifidobacterium animalis ssp lactis BB-12, improved irritable bowel syndrome symptoms in a randomized trial, with early gains and measurable gut microbiome changes.
The Link Between Diet and Anxiety: Micronutrients and Mental Health
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A case of magnesium deficiency highlights how nutrition may influence mood disorders, while research notes both promise and limits