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Novartis reveals new drug to fight malaria resistance, transmission

Swiss pharmaceutical giant Novartis has unveiled a next-generation malaria treatment that not only demonstrates a 97% cure rate but also blocks disease transmission, representing a potential breakthrough in combating drug-resistant strai...

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Eating ultra-processed foods linked to early colorectal cancer

A new U.S. study published in JAMA Oncology links eating more ultra-processed foods with developing early colorectal polyps, which could be one answer for the rising rates of colorectal cancer in younger adults.

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Ultra-processed foods linked to colon cancer risk in new study

Dr. Celine Gounder explains a new study that found a possible link between ultra-processed foods and a higher risk of colon cancer.

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'Realistic' fake organs offer cheaper, ethical training for surgeons

A group of biomedical engineering students from King's College London have created "anthropomorphic phantoms" - highly realistic artificial organs - to reduce reliance on cadavers and animals in medical training and testing.

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Comparing private and public surgery models in the UK

As some Canadian provinces outsource certain surgeries to for-profit clinics, new research comparing the models in England and Scotland suggests shifting to private clinics can lead to longer wait times, reduced hospital capacity and inc...

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South Africa begins trials for first local oral cholera vaccine

South Africa's health minister said the vaccine could be approved and ready for use in Africa by 2028.

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Why warning labels on menopause hormone therapies are being removed

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration will remove the "black box" warning labels on many hormone therapy drugs used for menopause and perimenopause symptoms -- a major turnaround that's likely to encourage more women to seek treatment.

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FDA to remove 'black box' warnings on some menopause hormone therapies

The Food and Drug Administration says it is removing safety warnings for many hormone therapy drugs prescribed to ease symptoms of menopause and perimenopause.

CBS America

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Stylish but harmful? What to know before buying shoes

Shoes might look good but some can cause long-term damage—not just to your feet, but to knees, hips, and back. Find out which shoes support your health.

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A Harvard research lab's remarkable gift from a 6-year-old girl

When 90% of funding was cut to a Harvard medical research lab studying the regenerative qualities of salamanders, six-year-old Marianne Cullen, of Springfield, Mass., a fan of salamanders, stepped up to help. Steve Hartman reports on how...

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Alzheimer's may be preventable if treated before symptoms appear, study suggests

For the first time, a study suggests Alzheimer's may be preventable if treatment begins before symptoms appear. Dr. Jon LaPook spoke with Dr. Randall Bateman, who is leading the clinical trial.

CBS America

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In Kenya, bee stings are being used to treat illnesses

Bee venom therapy is offering patients in Kenya an alternative way to treat their ailments. But experts warm the science behind it is not well established - and it comes with seirous risks

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This breakthrough makes everyone a universal donor

Right now, thousands of people are waiting for organ transplants. Thanks to a groundbreaking new technique that can convert organs to the universal donor blood type, experts say wait times could drop dramatically. But as CBC science comm...

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Alzheimer’s drug that slows early stages approved in Canada

A drug called lecanemab that has been shown to slow early stages of Alzheimer’s disease has been conditionally approved by Health Canada, but there are still questions about its availability.

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Researchers say long COVID remains widely underdiagnosed

At the Canadian Symposium on Long COVID in St. John’s, experts called for greater awareness and research funding, warning the condition continues to affect people of all ages across the country.

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Visiting art galleries can lower stress markers, UK study finds

Looking at original paintings in a gallery lowered stress and inflammation markers in as little as 20 minutes, a small experiment at London's Courtauld Gallery found, according to researchers at King's College London.

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mRNA COVID-19 vaccines may help fight cancer

Preliminary research published in Nature suggests that COVID-19 vaccines, particularly Pfizer and Moderna, may offer unexpected benefits for cancer patients.

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Color‑changing toilet tablet flags possible kidney disease

A toilet-cleaning tablet that also screens for early kidney disease signals could help facilitate early detection and treatment of kidney-related health issues.

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The long-term effects of vaping on lungs

A new study is looking at nicotine vaping and its long-term effects on our lungs. It's underway at six academic hospital centres across the country. Laura Struik is one of the researchers involved in the Okanagan and tells us about the s...

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FDA approves non-hormonal drug for menopause symptoms

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new non-hormonal pill to treat hot flashes and night sweats brought on by menopause. Dr. Joann Pinkerton, professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Virginia Health System ...

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Trial shows promise for treating anxiety with LSD

A San Diego doctor is thrilled to enter a new era in psychedelic research that shows "promising" results in using a form of LSD to treat anxiety.

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Scientists seek to wipe out breast cancer's 'sleeper cells'

The results of a clinical trial published last month targeted breast cancer "sleeper cells," which are cells that break away from the main tumor and can resurface later to spread cancer throughout the body.

CBS America

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New research links gum disease and cavities to stroke risk

Two new studies published in Neurology Open Access show that poor oral health may have a significant impact on cardiovascular health.

CBS America

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Doctor reconnects 2-year-old’s head to spinal cord after crash

A 2-year-old boy involved in a car accident underwent a groundbreaking surgery to reconnect his head to his spinal cord. Dr. Mohamad Bydon of UChicago Medicine explains the complex procedure and its potential impact on pediatric neurosur...

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Social ties key for older adults rebounding from health issues

A new study published in the journal PLOS One looked at older adults who returned to optimal health after a major episode. In addition to lifestyle factors like sleep, not smoking and physical activity, social connections were also a key...

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New research suggests appendix helps digestion and immunity

Once considered a vestigial organ, new research shows the appendix plays a role in digestion and immunity, challenging the long-held belief that it serves no purpose.

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Nobel Prize for medicine awarded to immune system researchers

The Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine has been awarded to Mary E Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell and Shimon Sakaguchi for their work on the functioning of the human immune system.

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How these smart pants can help seniors soften the blow from a fall

The trousers feature air bags and built-in sensors that detect when the wearer is falling. They were created by Azimut Médical, a Montreal company that specializes in intelligent, inflatable garments.

CBC News

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Cannabis-based drug may reduce lower back pain, research suggests

New research, published in the journal Nature Medicine, found that patients with lower back pain who took a cannabis-based drug experienced modest pain relief. The drug appears not to be addictive or have serious side effects — a change ...

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South Texas families grapple with high rates of dementia

Close to 20% of people over 65 in the Rio Grande Valley have memory loss, versus around 12% on a national level, according to a leading researcher in south Texas. Mark Strassmann reports.

CBS America