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New Stroke Guidelines Mandate Rehab Within 48 Hours of Admission
New national guidelines now require stroke patients to be assessed for rehabilitation within 48 hours of admission. The shift aims to improve long-term recovery outcomes for the 40,000 Australians affected by stroke each year.
The 'Cloaking Device' Helping Superbugs Outsmart Hospital Defenses
A new study reveals how 'cloaking' proteins allow hospital superbugs to disable their own immune systems. This mechanism helps explain the rapid spread of antibiotic resistance.
The Tick Line Is Moving North: Why Canada’s Climate Is Changing
As warmer winters allow blacklegged ticks to survive further north, Canadians face a new reality. Here is what you need to know to stay safe this year.
Prostate Cancer Treatment Shift: Why Radiotherapy Is Moving to Five Sessions
NHS England is rolling out a new precision radiotherapy technique that cuts treatment sessions from 20 to five. The move aims to reduce the burden on patients while maintaining clinical effectiveness.
A 41% Drop in Cancer Risk: The New Data on GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs
A new study reveals that patients taking GLP-1 weight loss drugs had a 41% lower risk of obesity-related cancers. The findings suggest these medications may offer significant protective benefits beyond weight management.
Ebola Death Toll Passes 100 in Congo as Conflict Stalls Containment
Confirmed Ebola deaths in Congo have surpassed 100 as the virus spreads across three conflict-ridden provinces. Armed groups are now actively blocking humanitarian access, stalling the containment response.
The Hidden Link Between Neurodivergence and Eating Disorders
New research reveals that up to 20 percent of adults with anorexia are neurodivergent. Understanding this link is changing how we treat eating disorders.
Diabetes Drug Shows Potential to Prevent Heart Failure in Genetic Carriers
A new study finds that the diabetes drug dapagliflozin could significantly reduce heart failure risk in patients with specific genetic markers for cardiomyopathy. This discovery may offer a new path for preventive care in asymptomatic gene carriers.
A New Strategy to Halt Parkinson’s: Fixing the Brain’s Trash Disposal
Researchers are pivoting from clearing protein clumps to fixing the brain's internal recycling systems. This shift could offer the first real chance at halting Parkinson's progression.
Why the Americas Is Losing the Fight Against Sugary Drinks and Alcohol
New PAHO reports show that low health taxes on alcohol and sugary drinks are failing to curb consumption in the Americas. The region now faces some of the highest rates of obesity and chronic disease globally.
Zanzibar’s New Strategy to Stop Cholera: It’s Not Just About Information
Zanzibar is moving beyond traditional public health messaging to tackle cholera. By applying behavioral science, officials are identifying why residents struggle to adopt safety measures.
A Quiet Crisis at Peel Health Campus: Why Volunteers Are the New Frontline
A long-standing Mandurah volunteer group is calling for new members to help ease the burden on Peel Health Campus staff. The group provides essential non-medical support to patients and is currently expanding its services.