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A brain-dead Georgia woman is set to be taken off of life support after her baby was delivered

Adriana Smith has been on life support since February. Her case has made national headlines, drawing attention to the state’s six-week abortion ban.

Ear Wax Reveals Parkinson’s Disease Biomarkers

Neuroscience Summary: A novel screening method for Parkinson’s disease (PD) analyzes the volatile compounds in ear wax to detect early signs of the condition. Researchers found that four specific volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are significantly different in people with PD. Using this information, they developed an AI-powered olfactory system that distinguished between PD and non-PD samples with 94% accuracy. This inexpensive, non-invasive technique could revolutionize early detection and treatment strategies. Key Facts: Biomarker Discovery: Four volatile...

U.S. plans to combat spread of “man-eater” screwworms with $8.5M facility of flies in Texas

"When NWS fly larvae (maggots) burrow into the flesh of a living animal, they cause serious, often deadly damage to the animal," the USDA says. "NWS can infest livestock, pets, wildlife, occasionally birds and, in rare cases, people."

Mayo Clinic Q and A: What are your options for managing BPH?

Mayo Clinic News Network DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Recently, I was diagnosed with BPH. This is all new to me, and I hope you can help me better understand the condition and how it's treated. ANSWER: Now that you've been diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) — noncancerous tissue growth within the prostate — it's time for you and your healthcare team to talk about treatment options. These options depend on the severity of your symptoms, which can...

An Unexpected Cause of Chest Pain While Self-Pleasuring

cureus.com – We present a 60-year-old male with a history of hypertension, Liddle’s syndrome , obstructive sleep apnea, and chronic cannabis use for insomnia who arrived at a non-PCI hospital complaining of severe retrosternal chest pain lasting several hours in evolution that started upon masturbation. The pain was ripping in character, starting retrosternally and radiating to his neck and back. After evidence of rising troponin values , he was initially diagnosed with non-ST segment elevation myocardial...

Drinking Up To 3 Cups Of Coffee Per Day Can Help You Live Longer—But Only If You Drink It Like This

WOMEN'S HEALTH – Having several cups of black coffee could help you live longer, according to a new study published in The Journal of Nutrition. While there are certainly folks out there who drink their coffee black, data suggest that the majority of people usually prefer to add cream or milk and sugar. Here’s what you should know. For the study, researchers analyzed data from 46,000 adults. The researchers specifically looked at the type of coffee people...

Catherine, Princess of Wales, Unexpectedly Pulls Out of Royal Ascot

The princess canceled plans to attend the horse racing event on Wednesday as she tries to find the “right balance” in her recovery from cancer, Kensington Palace said.

Cannabis use linked to a doubled risk of heart disease death, new study finds

Daily marijuana users now outnumber daily drinkers for the first time ever, according to a Carnegie Mellon University report last year.

Prince William’s friend Sunjay Kapur dies after heart attack ‘triggered by swallowing a bee’ at polo match

“The Club sends its deepest condolences to his wife, Priya Sachdev, his children, the wider Kapur family and his Aureus team-mates,” the organization wrote in the caption.

Make Room For Autistic Children: Houston Mom

FEATURED VIDEO –  HOUSTON MOM BEGS CHRISTIANS: MAKE ROOM FOR AUTISTIC CHILDREN 9 Tips on How to Create a Sensory Room for Autism By Christina Kozlowski, MS, OTR/L, April 24, 2025 Autism Parenting Magazine – Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often face challenges in processing sensory information and perceiving sensations differently. A sensory room for autism provides a calming space to help children self-regulate and manage sensory overload. While specialized sensory rooms with advanced equipment are highly therapeutic,...

Terminated NIH grants must be restored, judge orders

AXIOS – A federal judge Monday ordered the National Institutes of Health to restore grants that the agency cut based on gender ideology or diversity, equity and inclusion, calling the terminations illegal. Hundreds of millions of dollars in medical research funding cited in the lawsuit are at stake, including grants that fueled LGBTQ+ health research at Harvard. Driving the news: District of Massachusetts Judge William Young told the attorneys that the case raises serious concerns about...

Swimming Pool Risks: Eye Irritation and More

Showering and other precautions can reduce the potential for harm.

Mayo Clinic statement: Minnesota shootings

We are deeply saddened by the tragic violence that claimed the lives of Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, and left Minnesota State Senator John Hoffman and his wife injured. We offer our condolences to the Hortman family and wish Senator Hoffman and his wife a full and swift recovery. Mayo Clinic has immense respect and gratitude for these public servants whose leadership and partnership have helped advance the health and well-being of...
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