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Cholera cases increased by 5% and deaths surged by 50% in 2024, resulting in over 6,000 deaths worldwide from a disease that is both preventable and treatable. The rise is driven by factors like conflict, ...
Investing an additional $3 per person annually in cost-effective measures to prevent and control noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health conditions could generate up to $1 trillion in economic benefits globally by 2030. Despite progress ...
Air pollution causes approximately 7 million premature deaths worldwide each year, primarily due to fine particulate matter that increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and respiratory infections. Reducing exposure to polluted air through cleaner ...
A blood test measuring phosphorylated tau protein (p-tau217) can predict Alzheimer’s disease up to 20 years before symptoms appear with about 90-96% accuracy, matching the performance of more invasive tests like cerebrospinal fluid analysis and ...
The CDC now recommends starting colorectal cancer screening at age 45 instead of 50 due to rising cases in younger adults. Early screening can detect and remove precancerous polyps before they develop into cancer, improving ...
Following analysis of 15 randomized trials with over 45,000 participants, adherence to the Mediterranean diet is linked to a 32% reduction in major cardiovascular events, including heart attacks and strokes. This diet, rich in fruits, ...