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Could microplastics be linked to cardiovascular disease?

People who have a heart attack are more likely to have microplastics in their blood, adding to evidence that plastic pollution may be a health issue.

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Almost half of dementia cases could be prevented, says study

A study has found that nearly half of all cases of dementia are avoidable with lifestyle changes, but current education campaigns have limited effect.

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As Ebola deaths climb, search begins for vaccine

The WHO has held a closed expert meeting to identify potential vaccines for the Bundibugyo species of Ebola and fast-track clinical trials.

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WHO says Ebola outbreak in Congo is a "public emergency"

As deaths from an Ebola virus outbreak in DRC and Uganda rise above 80, the FDA has declared it a public health emergency of international concern.

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US checks out of WHO, leaving its bill unsettled

A year after President Trump signed an order for the US to withdraw from the WHO, the exit is taking place today, with $260m in fees left unpaid.

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UK starts 'world-first' gonorrhoea vaccination push

The UK has started a gonorrhoea vaccination programme designed to prevent thousands of infections and save the NHS millions of pounds.

Could microplastics be linked to cardiovascular disease?

Almost half of dementia cases could be prevented, says study

As Ebola deaths climb, search begins for vaccine

WHO says Ebola outbreak in Congo is a "public emergency"

US checks out of WHO, leaving its bill unsettled

UK starts 'world-first' gonorrhoea vaccination push

UK's Mission divests kidney drug to Dimerix for $292m

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