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Summary: Researchers have developed a long-acting weekly injection that delivers steady doses of levodopa and carbidopa, potentially transforming care for Parkinson’s disease. The biodegradable injectable maintains consistent drug levels, reducing the need for multiple daily pills and improving patient adherence. In lab tests, the gel released over 90% of the levodopa and 81% of the carbidopa within seven days, with …

Dr Aseem Malhotra is no stranger to controversy. A decade ago, as an NHS clinician, he founded Action on Sugar, a campaign group credited with forcing Public Health England to push for lower levels of sugar in popular products. At the time, he was branded an agent of the “nanny state”, removing packaging that appealed to children and forcing sugar …

-father seeking compensation, disciplinary action A probe into the death of  12-year-old Lokesh Ibrahim, who was initially treated at the Skeldon Hospital and subsequently transferred to the New Amsterdam Hospital where he succumbed due to dengue-related complications has highlighted failures at the former institution. Based on the results, Norvan Ibrahim, Lokesh’s father, has written a letter to President Irfaan Ali …

Mosquito traps test positive for West Nile virus in Fulton County  WSB-TV West Nile virus detected in Fulton County  FOX 5 Atlanta Fulton County health officials say mosquito samples tested positive for West Nile  11Alive.com 2 mosquito traps in Atlanta test positive for West Nile virus, board of health says  WRDW Mosquito traps in Fulton County test positive for West Nile Virus  95.5 WSB Source …

Stanford scientists ‘totally surprised’ by potential Parkinson’s treatment discovery  AOL.comView Full Coverage on Google News Source link

Patrick Hongfit shares a 10-minute workout to reduce lower belly fat. The routine includes dead bugs, high knees, and glute bridge marches. These exercises target the core and are easy on the spine. The workout requires no equipment and can be done at home. It is suitable for busy individuals. Consistency is key for effective results. Losing belly fat is …

Share on PinterestOmega-3 supplements combined with strength training could boost athletic performance and improve heart and brain health. Lan Zhang/Getty Images Omega-3 supplements combined with weightlifting could result in improvements to strength and health. A new study suggests that incorporating omega-3s into a strength training regimen positively impacts heart and brain health and can lead to fitness gains. Due to …

Image credits: Getty Images Gabapentin is an anti-seizure drug that is used to treat nerve pain, epilepsy after shingles and restless legs syndrome by affecting the chemical messengers in the brain and nerves. With every drug having some types of side effects, the ones produced by taking this one include dizziness, drowsiness, headaches and nausea. While these might be more …

A resident of northern Arizona has died from pneumonic plague, health officials said Friday. Plague is rare to humans, with on average about seven cases reported annually in the U.S., most of them in the western states, according to federal health officials. The death in Coconino County, which includes Flagstaff, was the first recorded death from pneumonic plague since 2007, …

How much sun is needed to get enough vitamin D?  WKBN.com 7 Nutritious Foods to Improve Vitamin D for Strong Bones and Immunity.  The Indian Express Vitamin D deficiency poses public health challenge, say experts  The Hindu 5 serious diseases Vitamin D deficiency can cause  Times of India If you can’t go outside, here’s where you can get sources of vitamin D  WBAL-TV Source link