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The doctors don't want to do surgery for the cancer because they're afraid that he might have another stroke, so he's been left without options.

How hospitals are restoring legs of clubfooted children Daily Monitor

Nearly 100 plumbers and health practitioners from 50 health facilities completed a 10-day Rotary WASH Institute training at Nkumba University, equipping them with practical skills to strengthen water, sanitation and hygiene services in healthcare facilities.

Kampala, Uganda | East African Medical Vitals (EAMV) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing safe surgery in Uganda by pledging 30,000 pairs of surgical gloves to the Association of Surgeons of Uganda (ASOU) in support of the 2026 Annual Surgical Camp. The donation reflects EAMV’s continued investment in strengthening Uganda’s healthcare system and improving access […] The post EAMV Pledges 30,000 Surgical Gloves

Dr Nancy Irwin was a bat scientist when a life-threatening accident in Gabon put her career on hold.

Chemotherapy-surviving ovarian cancer cells may release fructose to help neighboring tumor cells loosen, escape, and spread. The discovery suggests that sugary diets and cholesterol-lowering drugs could influence cancer progression, though the effects have no…

Uganda, US seek stronger health cooperation PML Daily

One of the best places to be is where entertainment intersects with education. We are huge fans of humor because it’s fun and great for your health. But we also love it when our minds get a small but engaging workout, too. ‘Bad Science Jokes’ is a wonderful s…

King Oyo Is in Good Health, Studying Abroad, Tooro Kingdom Says ChimpReports

A drug-resistant yeast that can cause life-threatening infections in vulnerable patients is becoming more common in Tennessee.

Saint Luke's Hospital in the Lehigh Valley is treating a pediatric patient for measles.

South Carolina health officials report 37 cyclosporiasis cases in July, up from earlier months, while saying the cases do not match the wider outbreak.

The continent receives less than one percent of global clean air investment, a gap experts say must be urgently addressed NEWS ANALYSIS | RONALD MUSOKE | Africa has no shortage of evidence that polluted air is harming people’s health, slowing economic growth and placing an increasing burden on cities already grappling with rapid urbanisation. … The post The cost of dirty air, and Africa’s search for solutions appeare

Up to 95% of younger women who are at higher risk of developing breast cancer are being missed by current NHS checks, researchers warn.

Discover the six best omega-3-rich foods, ranked by a dietitian. Learn which foods provide the most healthy fats to support your heart and brain.

The Suffolk County Department of Health in New York said that it’s seen three probable cases of tularemia, also known as rabbit fever.

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According to the PA measles dashboard, two cases have been identified in the county.

As child immunisation rates fall across the UK, one clinic in west Yorkshire is taking aggressive steps to boost immunisations

Wondering whether walnuts or almonds are better for your heart? Dietitians compare the heart-health benefits of each nut.

A Kansas mother is fighting for her life after being bitten by multiple spiders during a family camping trip.

A Kansas mother is fighting for her life after being bitten by multiple spiders during a family camping trip.

The Orange County Health Care Agency on Monday announced a confirmed case of measles in a toddler who recently traveled internationally. Health officials are notifying individuals who may have been exposed to the child in health care and other settings. Measl…

Young survivors often struggle to pay bills long after active treatment has concluded.