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Prenatal Alcohol Exposure Linked to 45% Higher Hazardous Drinking Risk at 16
New research shows that teens exposed to alcohol in utero face a 45% higher risk of hazardous drinking at age 16. The findings highlight the critical need for early clinical intervention.
A New Blood Test Could Finally Unlock Precision Cancer Therapy
A new AI-powered blood test can now map the 'neighborhoods' surrounding tumors, potentially expanding precision medicine to 95% of cancer patients. Researchers say this could finally allow doctors to predict how a patient will respond to immunotherapy.
Ice Is Not Just Frozen Water: A Hidden Chemical Engine Is Rewriting Climate Models
New research reveals that ice is a chemical engine, not just a frozen barrier. The study shows ice accelerates iron mineral breakdown, potentially altering global nutrient cycles.
Five Years Into the WHO’s Breast Cancer Plan: The Implementation Gap
Five years into the WHO's Global Breast Cancer Initiative, the focus is shifting from ambition to execution. Here is what health systems must do next.
Persistent Pregnancy Nausea Is a Stronger Indicator of Mental Health Risk Than Previously Thought
A new study reveals that persistent nausea during pregnancy is a significant indicator of maternal anxiety and depression. Researchers suggest using these symptoms to trigger earlier mental health support.
Why Common Antidepressants Are a Hidden Risk During This Weekend's Heatwave
As temperatures hit 33C this weekend, common antidepressants like Sertraline and Citalopram may make it harder for your body to cool down. Here is how to stay safe.
WHO Africa Director Warns Ebola Outbreak Demands Urgent Attention
The WHO regional director for Africa warns that the current Ebola outbreak is being dangerously underestimated. With no vaccine available for the circulating strain, the risk of international spread remains high.
The 600km Commute: Why Central Queensland’s Dermatologist Drought Matters
A dermatologist drought in Central Queensland is forcing patients to travel 600km for care. We examine why the region's healthcare system is struggling to keep up.
Could One Daily Egg Be the Key to Lowering Alzheimer’s Risk?
New research suggests that eggs may be a brain-boosting superfood rather than a cholesterol risk. A study found that regular egg consumption is linked to a 27% lower risk of Alzheimer's.
EU Commits €15 Million to Combat Ebola Outbreak in DRC and Uganda
The European Commission is deploying €15 million and a 100-tonne air bridge to contain the Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda. The move bolsters existing efforts to track the virus and accelerate vaccine research.
The Density Trap: Why Overcrowding Triggers a Biological Fertility Decline
A new study reveals that high-density living triggers a biological brake on reproduction. Researchers have identified the specific hormonal pathway that effectively shuts down fertility when space becomes limited.
Ozempic's Unexpected Side Effect Nobody Prepared For — Doctors Are Finally Talking
As millions continue taking GLP-1 agonists for weight loss, a pattern of side effects that wasn't prominent in original trials has become impossible to ignore. Here's what the emerging data shows.