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Scientists discover powerful new antibiotic class to tackle deadly superbugs

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Scientists discover powerful new antibiotic class to tackle deadly superbugs
Scientists at the University of Liverpool, working with international collaborators, have discovered Novltex, a groundbreaking new class of antibiotics with potent activity against some of the world's most dangerous multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria.

25. Magnesium depletion linked to increased overactive bladder risk

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Magnesium depletion is associated with an increased risk for overactive bladder (OAB), according to a study published online Sept. 1 in Scientific Reports.

26. New kidney health guidance on impact and management of potassium and phosphorus additives released

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The American Society of Nephrology (ASN) today released its latest Kidney Health Guidance (KHG) addressing how potassium and phosphorus additives impact health risks (hyperkalemia and CKD-mineral and bone disorder) for people with kidney disease. The guidance, now available in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, was developed by the ASN KHG Workgroup on Food Additives to provide kidney care professionals with practical strategies to help patients understand and manage the consumption of potassium and phosphorus additives.

27. WHO backs new US focus on tackling chronic disease

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The World Health Organization said Thursday it backs US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s push for more focus on prevention to tackle chronic diseases.

28. Nonadherence to cervical cancer screening increased after COVID-19 pandemic

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Nonadherence to cervical cancer screening in the United States increased after the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study published online Sept. 10 in PLOS Global Public Health.

29. At least one more governmental seat needed in Africa for stronger voice, better health, say experts

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Health funders would likely have a better return on investment and a stronger position in the global funding crisis if Africans had greater decision-making influence and voting power in global health institutions.

30. Why Florida's plan to end vaccine mandates will likely spread to other conservative states

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a plan in early September 2025 that he intends to make Florida the first state to end vaccine mandates across all schools and in other state-run institutions such as nursing homes.

31. Does your child need more protein? The answer is probably not

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Protein is everywhere nowadays. From yogurt to breakfast cereal, bread to pasta or even chocolate bars, the obsession with making sure we get enough protein has seemingly taken over our diets.

32. WHO says 31 of 38 Ebola cases in Congo have resulted in deaths

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The World Health Organization said Thursday that 31 of 38 confirmed Ebola cases have resulted in deaths in southern Congo, where authorities are battling a new outbreak of the deadly virus.

33. Major review highlights latest evidence on real-time test for blood clotting in childbirth emergencies

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Postpartum hemorrhage, severe bleeding after childbirth, is a leading cause of maternal mortality around the world. But many of these deaths can be prevented—and a real-time blood-monitoring technology called viscoelastic testing (VET) could play a crucial role. Though used in parts of Europe, VET is not yet a standard part of maternity care in the United States.

34. Scientists discover powerful new antibiotic class to tackle deadly superbugs

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Scientists at the University of Liverpool, working with international collaborators, have discovered Novltex, a groundbreaking new class of antibiotics with potent activity against some of the world's most dangerous multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria.

35. A cold shock to ease the burn: How brief stress can help your brain reframe a tough workout

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When you lift weights, walk up a steep hill or ride a bike, your body is continuously sending sensory signals to your brain. These signals paint a picture of the physical sensation of what you're doing. Your brain then takes these signals and filters them through your past experience, goals, expectations and current emotional state.

36. Dietary supplement found effective for skin cancer prevention

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The dietary supplement nicotinamide has been recommended by dermatologists for people with a history of skin cancer since 2015, when a clinical study with 386 participants showed that those who took the vitamin B3 derivative developed fewer new occurrences.

37. Pneumonia vaccines for adults are now recommended starting at age 50. A geriatrician explains the change

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Autumn brings a chill in the air—and the start of another season of respiratory illnesses, which can be especially hard for older adults.

38. Study urges unified approach to assessing zoonotic and vector-borne disease risks

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A study published in the journal One Earth points out that risk assessments for diseases transmitted by infected animals (zoonotic) and by vectors (such as mosquitoes) need to be unified and integrated. Such actions could help prevent these diseases, which tend to increase due to climate change.

39. Flu vaccine rates may increase with acknowledging regret, study finds

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Asking people to imagine future regret could be a powerful tool for increasing flu vaccination rates, according to new research from SMU.

40. Study finds 10% of pediatric blood cancers may stem from medical imaging radiation

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A study led by UC San Francisco and UC Davis has concluded that radiation from medical imaging is associated with a higher risk of blood cancers in children.

41. UK dementia patients may be taking antipsychotics for too long

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Thousands of people with dementia are prescribed powerful medications for longer and at higher doses than recommended, raising concerns about safety and quality of care, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.

42. One-time gene therapy could end lifelong transfusions for rare blood disease

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Thanks to in-utero blood transfusion technology, what was once a fatal diagnosis in the womb can now result in live births. However, this medical advancement created a new challenge: a growing population of children born with that diagnosis—the severe, inherited blood disorder alpha thalassemia—which requires lifelong specialized care.

43. Heat, air quality, insurance costs: How climate change is affecting our homes—and our health

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This year, 10 days of extreme heat in Europe killed roughly 2,300 people, severe flooding on the New South Wales coast left more than 48,000 stranded, and wildfires in Los Angeles destroyed at least 16,000 homes and other buildings.

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