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Pope’s lung cancer diagnosis puts spotlight on early detection Video
As Pope Leo XIV recovers from lung cancer surgery, an Ontario survivor who underwent the same procedure is urging others not to ignore symptoms. Canadian doctors say the diagnosis puts a spotlight…
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How proposed cuts to this major national health survey could disadvantage Americans with disabilities
As many as a quarter of wheelchair users and more than a third of people who are blind or deaf could be miscategorized as not disabled because of the shorter survey, according…
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Farm Boy cheeses, 2 other brands recalled for listeria risk across Canada
Health Canada issued a recall notice for various cheese products sold in stores across Canada for a risk of listeria contamination, which it says could cause illness if ingested
Swimmer Archie Goodburn thanks prime minister as brain cancer review announced
The Scottish athlete, who has inoperable brain tumours, previously made a tearful plea for more investment in brain cancer research on BBC Breakfast.
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Iowa's water quality and cancer rates forced into forefront of state politics
Chemical fertilizers and animal waste contain nitrates and phosphorus that can get washed with rain or snowmelt into the state's rivers. That affects Iowa's more liberal urban centers which rely on rivers…
Pope Leo’s surgery successful, but doctors diagnose him with lung cancer Video
After revealing doctors had found a small growth in his lung last week, Pope Leo XIV is recovering in hospital after a successful surgery. Though the Catholic Church head was diagnosed with…
Halifax’s beloved 104-year-old tortoise is recovering after a successful surgery
Believed the be the oldest living gopher tortoise, Gus underwent a procedure to remove a bladder stone on Tuesday.
Watch: Women, hospital staff caught drinking alcohol inside emergency building in Bihar
Watch Women hospital staff caught drinking alcohol inside emergency building in Bihar
WATCH LIVE: RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz hold news conference on healthcare fraud Live
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Pope Leo is eating and recovering after cancer surgery, doctors say
His post-operative tests are normal following surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his lung, the Vatican said Wednesday.
What we know about the Pope's lung cancer diagnosis
The Pope is recovering in hospital after a successful surgery to remove part of his right lung.
Pope's cancer diagnosis leaves Catholics questioning what comes next
With few details so far, it is unclear what might need to change for a Pope who has been focused on stability.
Davina McCall says memory loss after brain surgery was like 'advanced Alzheimer's'
The TV presenter says she suffered memory loss following her operation to remove a benign tumour.
Does a Russian lab worker's death carry pandemic risk? Experts say it's unlikely, with one caveat
Some details surrounding a Russian lab worker's death of an unknown pneumonia parallel COVID-19 news that unfolded seven years ago, but health security experts say they don't see signs this is a…
What we know about Pope Leo's lung cancer and prognosis
The Vatican says Pope Leo has lung cancer and that doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung in a surgery that lasted roughly 90 minutes. In a statement, the Vatican…
What we know about Pope Leo's lung cancer and prognosis Video
The Vatican says Pope Leo has lung cancer and that doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung in a surgery that lasted roughly 90 minutes. In a statement, the Vatican…
CVS agrees to pay $315 million to settle Justice Department case over opioid prescriptions
The settlement resolves a lawsuit brought in 2024 that accused the healthcare giant of providing massive amounts of opioids and other controlled substances "to fuel its own profits at the expense of…
NZ’s health system suffers from chronic ailments only cross-party consensus can treat
Voters should look for long-term health policies that address workforce shortages, improve access to primary and specialist care, and include early intervention.
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Strange Health returns for season two, an award-winning podcast from The Conversation Short
What do cottage cheese, sunscreen and pimple popping have in common? They are all heading our way in the new series of Strange Health, the podcast from The Conversation that investigates the…
Only structural change will fix NZ’s glaring health equity gap – what voters should know
Māori and Pacific people carry a disproportionate burden of preventable disease. Concerned voters should look beyond parties’ headline pledges on health.
The pope has a lung nodule. What does this mean? And what’s the risk of cancer?
The 71-year-old Pope said the growth in his lung was ‘well contained’ and spotted early.
How exercise, finding purpose in life improves health Short
Dr. Jonathan Rosand, the founder of the Global Brain Care Coalition, developed the Brain Care Score as an assessment to help people lower their risk for dementia, stroke and depression. The Brain…
Dementia's 'awful' nature motivates prevention efforts Short
What motivates patients to mitigate risk factors for dementia? Dr. Jonathan Rosand, the founder of the Global Brain Care Coalition, says that for those who have watched someone they care about live…
Get well soon Gus! 104-year-old gopher tortoise to undergo surgery🐢 Short
Gus, a 104-year-old gopher tortoise at the Natural Museum of History in Halifax is set to undergo surgery Tuesday to remove a bladder stone. #gusthetortoise #GlobalNews
Convicted killer Christa Pike “conscious, speaking” after botched execution in Tennessee Short
In Tennessee, death row inmate Christa Pike has regained consciousness after her botched execution. Pike's attorneys say she is "conscious, speaking, and continues to receive critical medical care.” Pike, who was convicted…
Inside the first hospitals of the ancient world | BBC Global Video
Long before modern medicine, ancient Sicily's Palaces of Healing offered patients care and treatments rooted in spirituality and nature. The ruins of Sicily's Sanctuary of Asclepius tell the story of ancient healthcare.…
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‘Nana Patekar took Rs 1 more than Bachchan to work with him,’ recalls ‘Drishyam 3’ actor
Drishyam 3 actor Kamlesh Sawant expressed his sorrow over Nana Patekar's demise, sharing anecdotes about his remarkable career. He highlighted…
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Rashmika Mandanna says she still feels like a fangirl of husband Vijay
Rashmika Mandanna attended the pre-release event for their upcoming film 'Ranabaali' alongside her husband Vijay Deverakonda. She shared her excitement…
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Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 is all set for a big start, but will fall short of a record opening at the…
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Nana Patekar prayer meet: Shivaji Satam, Rohini Hattangadi, others pay tribute
On October 8, 2026, Indian cinema mourned the loss of legendary actor Nana Patekar at the age of 75. His…
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