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Pythons' extreme biology may hold clues for treating human disease
These snakes can go for months without eating, grow and shrink the size of their hearts and jump start their metabolism on a dime. Newsiline summarises th...
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Eat your ice cream for a long, healthy life? This doctor says so
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He was having a mental health crisis. Memphis task force agents came and shot him
Jonah Neal, 25, was struck by a Homeland Security Investigations agent in May. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to the ori...
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Ebola vaccine made in UK now ready for trials
A new vaccine to tackle Ebola will now be tested on people. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publ...
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UK begins trials of Ebola vaccine developed in just eight weeks
The UK medicines regulator has given approval for an experimental vaccine to be tested on healthy adults. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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McConnell says a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking weeks of silence
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Starting uni? What to know about having the free NHS meningitis B jab
It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Thousands may have died in UK's exceptional May and June heatwaves
An early estimate suggests more than 2,700 people will have died from heat-related causes during the UK's exceptionally hot weather in recent months. News...
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McConnell says a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking weeks of silence about health condition
McConnell, 84, explained the long silence about his condition by saying that "folks of my generation often hesitate to share the vulnerability that comes...
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Expanding Sydney's tree canopy could save $1b a year in health costs
A series of greenways crisscrossing Sydney's west presents an opportunity to grow the city's canopy and make more public space, a Committee for Sydney rep...
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Could fish be a secret ingredient for rice farmers to avoid disease and make more money?
Farmers in Senegal are welcoming fish into their rice paddies. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to the original publisher...
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Endometriosis groups 'crying out' for cut in diagnosis time
Two new non-invasive tests available from GPs are being proposed to speed up diagnosis times. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and...
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'Exceptional' wildfire risk for parts of UK as heat health alerts issued
The warnings come as parts of the UK are set to enter their second week of temperatures above the heatwave threshold. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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Young woman stopped taking the pill because of mental health concerns
Two young women say taking the pill to manage painful periods had side effects they weren't expecting. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Aust...
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Man dies in hospital after stabbing at Newcastle unit block
An extensive forensic examination is underway at a unit block in Hamilton South after a man was fatally stabbed. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC...
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We are living fewer years in good health: Is the NHS part of the problem?
What is driving the UK's fall in healthy life expectancy? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links readers to the original p...
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Guggenheim Museum among NYC buildings that tested positive for Legionnaires' amid disease outbreak
The city health department on Friday released a list of 31 buildings on the Upper East Side that have been ordered to clean and disinfect their cooling to...
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'Endometriosis tests would have given me years back'
It has been announced that two new rapid tests for the condition will be made available on the NHS. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Healt...
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Surviving in the wild for suicide awareness
Kit Birks has walked the entire length of Europe to raise money and awareness for suicie prevention. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Heal...
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People in 50s urged to complete bowel cancer screening
Health officials warn little over half of 54-year-olds completed free at-home test kits. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links...
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What we know about Mitch McConnell's health and hospitalization
There are questions surrounding the health of Sen. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Headlines and links readers to the original publishe...
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Pioneering treatment saves twins in early pregnancy
Identical twins Nancy and Margo benefitted from the procedure while in the womb as part of a world-first medical trial. Newsiline summarises this report f...
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Heat exhaustion or heatstroke: Can you tell the difference?
During hot weather, it can be easy to overheat, sometimes resulting in heat exhaustion or heatstroke. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Hea...
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'People don't realise how at risk they are': A day with an ambulance service in a heatwave
The BBC join a crew based in Exeter as the UK sizzles in one of its longest-running heatwaves. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and...
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Why the World Cup can be good for your mental health
The World Cup can offer more than just entertainment, it can also benefit your mental well-being. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - A...
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Germany: Bundestag passes controversial healthcare reform
The cost-cutting package passed Germany's lower house, with protests against it expected to take place. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Wel...
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Germany: Bundestag passes controversial health care reform
The cost-cutting package passed Germany's lower house, with protests against it expected to take place. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Wel...
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Germany: Bundestag to vote on health care savings
The cost-cutting package is expected to pass Germany's lower house. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links readers t...
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Breaking: 6yo boy dies in hospital after Scenic Rim crash
A six-year-old boy has died in hospital following a two-vehicle crash near Beaudesert on Monday. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia...
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Cycling from Paris to London for Rori
The cyclists taking part in the Ride for Rori raised £61,000 for the Oxford Hospitals Charity. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and...
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Hospital ward closed after highly contagious crusted scabies outbreak
The health board said the ward at Glangwili Hospital would be closed while the outbreak was managed. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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No parking signs turfed into creek at hospital redevelopment site
Residents say the streets surrounding a Mount Barker hospital construction site are inundated with workers' vehicles, and some have rejected temporary "no...
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Vapes to have less enticing names to protect children, under UK plans
People are being consulted about plans to stop vape companies using of enticing flavour descriptions that "attract" children into experimenting. Newsiline...
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Pioneering treatment saves identical twins from rare pregnancy condition
Identical twins Nancy and Margo benefitted from the procedure while in the womb as part of a world-first medical trial. Newsiline summarises this report f...
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Motherhood not all warm and fuzzy: Bollywood actor's play spotlights messier side
As a society, we take mothers for granted and raising children is a thankless job, says actor Kalki Koechlin. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC Ne...
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Proposed laws to extend maximum detention to 72 hours for mental health check
The legislation would allow Queensland's chief psychiatrist to extend the maximum detention for a person accused of a serious crime from 24 to 72 hours. N...