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  1. Estrogen in Both Sexes' Brains Shapes Trauma Response, Study Suggests

    Estrogen in Both Sexes' Brains Shapes Trauma Response, Study Suggests

    New research reveals estrogen in the hippocampus may determine resilience to trauma, with high levels linked to worse memory issues and PTSD risk.

    last mo. 1 min read
  2. Immunotherapy Trial Shows No Cancer Recurrence After Nearly Three Years

    Immunotherapy Trial Shows No Cancer Recurrence After Nearly Three Years

    A small bowel cancer trial shows pembrolizumab wiped out tumors in 59% of patients. After nearly three years, no recurrence.

    last mo. 2 min read
  3. Health Canada Approves Second Drug to Slow Alzheimer's Progression

    Health Canada Approves Second Drug to Slow Alzheimer's Progression

    Donanemab, approved in Canada, offers hope by slowing early Alzheimer's decline, targeting amyloid plaques.

    last mo. 1 min read
  4. WHO Leads Response to Deadly Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship

    WHO Leads Response to Deadly Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship

    WHO coordinates evacuation and risk assessment after hantavirus kills three on a cruise ship in the Atlantic.

    last mo. 1 min read
  5. Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Leaves 3 Dead, Sparks International Investigation

    Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Leaves 3 Dead, Sparks International Investigation

    A suspected hantavirus outbreak on an Atlantic cruise ship has killed three people. WHO confirms one case; five more suspected as health officials investigate the rare but deadly rodent-borne disease.

    last mo. 2 min read
  6. Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Leaves 3 Dead, Multiple Ill

    Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Leaves 3 Dead, Multiple Ill

    A hantavirus outbreak on a polar expedition cruise ship in the Atlantic has resulted in three deaths and several infections. Authorities are investigating.

    last mo. 1 min read
  7. Comic Strip: A 50-Something Woman's Journey to an HIV Test

    Comic Strip: A 50-Something Woman's Journey to an HIV Test

    A comic strip follows Heather, a 56-year-old woman reentering the dating scene after divorce, as she learns about STI risks and decides to get tested.

    last mo. 1 min read
  8. Norovirus Cases Rising in Ontario: Health Unit Issues Alert

    Norovirus Cases Rising in Ontario: Health Unit Issues Alert

    Ontario's Southeast Public Health warns of increased gastrointestinal illness in Kingston. Norovirus causes 90% of cases.

    last mo. 1 min read