What is the cruise ship hantavirus and how does it spread?

The Andes strain of the virus has been confirmed in some passengers, which can rarely be passed from person to person. Source link

Common knee surgery found ineffective, may make things worse

A widely performed knee procedure known as partial meniscectomy may not deliver the benefits many patients expect. A major study with a 10-year follow-up has found that trimming a damaged…

Colon cancer breakthrough keeps patients cancer-free for nearly 3 years

A new clinical trial suggests that giving immunotherapy before surgery may dramatically improve outcomes for certain colorectal cancer patients. In the NEOPRISM-CRC study, patients treated with a short course of immunotherapy…

Mums' choir leader 'baffled' by park fee structure

A postnatal choir leader says professional dog walkers pay less to use the city’s parks. Source link

This common sleep habit could double your risk of heart attack

Going to bed at different times each night during midlife could be a warning sign for future heart problems. New research from the University of Oulu suggests that wide swings…

Cruise ship with hantavirus outbreak to sail to Canary Islands

Spain’s health ministry said the MV Hondius is expected to arrive within three to four days. Source link

The dark side of weight loss drugs: Ozempic’s surprising hidden cost

Glucagonlike peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications are now a major part of the national conversation about weight loss. From celebrity stories to everyday discussions, drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy are often…

Breakthrough biomaterial heals tissue from the inside out

A biomaterial designed to travel through the bloodstream could offer a less invasive way to calm inflammation and help injured tissue repair itself. In animal studies, the injectable material improved…

Dr Punam's red flags to look out for in your health

Dr Punam joins us to discuss the red flags to look out for in your health. Source link

Cruise passengers face being stranded at sea after hantavirus outbreak

While passengers onboard the MV Hondius say the situation is calm, they face days at sea as officials warn the disease may have spread. Source link