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Rev. Jesse Jackson Dies at 84 After Parkinson’s Misdiagnosis Changed to PSP

Share on Pinterest Rev. Jesse Jackson has died at 84 after living with progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a rare neurological disorder often misidentified as Parkinson’s. Chicago Tribune/Getty Images Rev. Jesse Jackson has died at 84 after living with progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a rare neurological disorder. PSP is often initially diagnosed as Parkinson’s disease because

Insulin Resistance May Be Driving 12 Types of Cancer, Researchers Say

Share on Pinterest A new study found a strong association between insulin sensitivity and cancer risk. VICTOR TORRES/Stocksy Researchers linked insulin resistance to 12 types of cancer, with uterine cancer showing the strongest connection at 134% increased risk. A new AI tool outperformed BMI alone in predicting cancer risk, catching metabolic dysfunction even in people

Wearable Trackers May Help Detect Depression Relapse Before It Occurs

Share on Pinterest Wearable trackers may help detect depression relapse before it occurs by tracking sleep, a study shows. Image Credit: Oliver Rossi/Getty Images A recent study has found that using a wearable tracker may be able to detect depression relapse before it occurs via sleep patterns. Sleep and depression are known to be linked.

Despite Side Effects, People Continue Taking Ozempic for Weight Loss

Share on Pinterest People who lose weight with GLP-1 drugs are likely to continue using the medication despite the side effects. Image Credit: geckophotos/Getty Images A recent study found that many people using GLP-1 drugs for weight loss choose to continue the medication despite unpleasant side effects. The researchers found that in addition to weight

Intermittent Fasting and Weight Loss: Does Evidence Match Hype?

Share on Pinterest A new review of evidence found that intermittent fasting is no better than other dietary patterns for weight loss. yunxi xie/Getty Images Researchers report that intermittent fasting is no more effective for weight loss than other dietary routines. Experts say intermittent fasting can help people lose weight, but the effects are usually

Five Women on Living with Heart Disease

The following stories are from women who’ve experienced cardiovascular disease and their journeys through diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Anjellica Davis, 37 Share on Pinterest Design by Healthline; Photography courtesy of The American Heart Association In 2022, Anjellica gave birth to her third son. She expected she would experience some postpartum fatigue. But her symptoms were

Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Higher Death Risk in Cancer Survivors

Share on Pinterest New research shows that ultra-processed foods may increase the risk of death following a cancer diagnosis. Image Credit: Comstock/Getty Images Higher intake of ultra-processed foods is associated with increased mortality among cancer survivors. A recent study shows that people with the highest intake of ultraprocessed foods had a 48% higher rate of

3-year High in Attacks on NHS Staff

News Almost 1 in 7 NHS staff (14.47%) were physically attacked by a patient or the public last year – the highest rate for 3 years – according to the latest NHS staff survey. The shocking statistics also found a record percentage of staff say they were subjected to unwanted sexual behaviour by the same

NHS waiting list falls despite record winter

News The NHS has faced its busiest winter on record while bringing waiting lists to their lowest for almost 3 years. New figures out today show the number people attending A&E between November and February topped 9 million (9,110 591) this winter for the first time in NHS history – along with almost 130,000 more

Over 10,000 Martha’s Rule Calls in First 16 Months

More than 10,000 calls have been made to Martha’s Rule helplines in the first 16 months of the NHS scheme, saving lives and helping thousands of patients benefit from changes to their care. New NHS England data shows that one in three calls (34%, 3,457) to Martha’s Rule by patients, families and staff identified rapid
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