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Scientists in Australia found that circadian rhythm disruptions keep the brain active at night, explaining why some minds won’t switch off.

Australia’s latest mortality data show dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, accounted for 9.4% of deaths in 2024 and became the country’s leading cause.

New research reveals exercise molecule Lac-Phe suppresses hunger by targeting brain neurons, offering insight into weight loss mechanisms.

Cholera deaths increased by 50% in 2024 as 60 nations reported outbreaks, with Africa, Asia, and the Middle East facing the highest burden.

Dementia now leads in Australian mortality rates, with over 425000 affected in 2024 and 17400 deaths reported in the most recent national health data.

Uninsured Americans can now access Ozempic for $499 monthly as Novo Nordisk rolls out a direct-to-consumer model through telehealth providers.

New blood pressure guidelines from US experts recommend early treatment starting at 130/80 and now advise zero alcohol to reduce cardiovascular and brain risks.

AOA Dx and Johns Hopkins have created a high-accuracy AI test for early-stage ovarian cancer, aiming to improve survival through earlier detection.

Florida officials are investigating a raw milk outbreak that sickened 21 people, including children, with E. coli and Campylobacter infections across the state.

The FDA escalated Bunge North America’s butter recall to Class II after undeclared milk allergens were found in 64,800 pounds of mislabeled butter.