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HEALTHSep 24Hong Kong reports more than 40% drop in cancer-related death rate over 30 yearsHong Kong has cut its rate of cancer-related deaths by more than 40 per cent over the past three decades, the health minister said, as the city’s leader renewed his pledge to make it a hub for medical innovation. Secretary for Health Lo Chung-mau outlined the city’s progress in cancer control at the World Cancer Congress, which is being held in Hong Kong for the first time. Citing figures from 1993 to 2023, Lo said Hong Kong’s age-standardised cancer mortality rate had fallen by more than 40 per...South China Morning Post
HEALTHSep 24Fine Hairs Grew on a Woman Normally Hairless Thumb Skin , a Finding Never Documented in Her Rare DiseaseA woman with a rare disease developed fine hairs on her normally hairless thumb skin, a finding that has not been previously documented in her condition. This case provides new insight into the manifestation of her rare disease.medicaldaily.com · United States
HEALTHSep 24Bone Loss: A Silent DiseaseAbout half of women over the age of 50 experience bone density loss, but most don't even know they have a problem. That's why Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein calls it a "silent disease." Dr. Wittstein has been at the forefront of understanding how joint pain and joint health evolve over a woman's lifetime. She tells Norah how you can reverse bone loss and what impact hormones have on bone density.CBS News
HEALTHSep 24Navy Reports Eight Sailors Attempted Suicide Aboard USS LincolnThe Navy has reported eight suicide attempts among sailors on the USS Lincoln. This highlights a serious mental health concern within the military service.1190talkradio.iheart.com · United States
HEALTHSep 24Ebola: US Supports DR Congo With Additional $267m To Combat OutbreakChannels TV
HEALTHSep 24Maricarmen, 87, spends her first night without a home in the hospital accompanied by her cousin Vicente and with severe exhaustionLa mujer está siendo sometida a pruebas y análisis para determinar su estado de salud. Sufre ansiedad y el estrés por el desalojoEl País
HEALTHSep 24Third of adults have deadly condition and 59 per cent have no ideaA significant portion of adults is reported to suffer from a deadly medical condition, with a majority unaware of their diagnosis. This highlights a critical public health issue requiring greater awareness and screening.derbytelegraph.co.uk · United Kingdom
HEALTHSep 24Feds find Tijuana River pollution poses public health hazard in San DiegoFederal authorities have determined that pollution from the Tijuana River presents a public health hazard to residents in San Diego. This finding signals a significant environmental and health concern for the affected region.mexicostar.com · Mexico
HEALTHSep 24Australian Transplant Games : Wollongong trio head to Tasmania | The Armidale ExpressA trio from Wollongong is preparing to participate in the Australian Transplant Games in Tasmania. This news highlights community involvement in a health-related sporting event.armidaleexpress.com.au · Australia
HEALTHSep 24Australian Transplant Games : Wollongong trio head to Tasmania | The Advertiser - CessnockA trio from Wollongong is heading to Tasmania for the Australian Transplant Games. This event celebrates the achievements of transplant recipients.cessnockadvertiser.com.au · Australia
HEALTHSep 24Council seeks to mitigate ticks at Eldred FieldA local council is seeking to address and reduce the presence of ticks at Eldred Field. This initiative aims to protect public health and safety in the area.jamestownpress.com · United States
HEALTHSep 24Telangana doctors’ body seeks State-wide safety audit of government hospitalsThe Hindu
HEALTHSep 24The paradox of migraine and exercise: it can prevent crises, but also provoke themExercise is among the few non-pharmacological treatments endorsed for this ailment: science reveals the correct dose to relieve it and not trigger it.El País
HEALTHSep 24From Ethiopia to Lleida: inequality kills as much as viruses during a pandemicAn international commission concludes that millions of people could not protect themselves during COVID because they lacked adequate housing or social protection. Its models estimate that a more equitable distribution of vaccines could save 2.7 million lives in a future health emergency.El País
HEALTHSep 24High blood pressure : Only half of people treated by GP have it under control Only half of the individuals receiving treatment from a general practitioner for high blood pressure have their condition effectively managed. This highlights a significant public health challenge in controlling a widespread chronic disease.richmondandtwickenhamtimes.co.uk · United Kingdom
HEALTHSep 24In A Different World For HIV Patients , Debbie Allen & Merck Launch Hive CampaignDebbie Allen and Merck have launched the "Hive" campaign to address the changing world for HIV patients. This initiative aims to support and raise awareness for individuals living with HIV.mediapost.com · United States
HEALTHSep 24Northern teen gives back to mental health treatment centreA teenager from the northern region is contributing to a mental health treatment center, demonstrating community involvement and support for health services.panow.com · Canada
HEALTHSep 24Hunter hospitals secure 90 new nurses under safe staffing ratio plan | Gloucester AdvocateHunter hospitals have successfully recruited 90 new nurses as part of a safe staffing ratio plan. This development aims to improve healthcare services and patient safety in the region.gloucesteradvocate.com.au · Australia
HEALTHSep 24Altered mental status assessment : Using AEIOU - TIPS in EMSThis article focuses on assessing altered mental status using the AEIOU-TIPS mnemonic in emergency medical services, providing guidance for medical professionals.ems1.com · United States
HEALTHSep 24High blood pressure : Only half of people treated by GP have it under control Only half of individuals treated for high blood pressure by their general practitioner reportedly have the condition under control. This highlights a significant public health concern regarding chronic disease management.ealingtimes.co.uk · United Kingdom
HEALTHSep 24NAFDAC failure and longing for an AkunyiliThe article discusses the "failure" of NAFDAC and expresses a longing for an individual named Akunyili. This suggests concerns about the effectiveness of a national regulatory body, likely in the health or food sector.thesun.ng
HEALTHSep 24College Of The Canyons Displays 1 , 100 Empty Chairs For Suicide Prevention AwarenessThe College of the Canyons displayed 1,100 empty chairs as part of an initiative to raise awareness for suicide prevention. This visual demonstration aims to highlight the issue of suicide.hometownstation.com · United States
HEALTHSep 24High blood pressure : Only half of people treated by GP have it under control This article discusses the management of high blood pressure, indicating that only half of individuals treated by a GP have their condition under control. This highlights a significant public health challenge in managing a common chronic illness.asianimage.co.uk · United Kingdom
HEALTHSep 24High blood pressure : Only half of people treated by GP have it under control This article discusses the management of high blood pressure, indicating that only half of individuals treated by a GP have their condition under control. This highlights a significant public health challenge in managing a common chronic illness.swindonadvertiser.co.uk · United Kingdom