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Psychological fatigue poses major risk for returning smokers

The most reliable predictor of an ex-smoker's relapse isn't strong urges to smoke or low confidence in the ability to stay off tobacco – it's weariness with the efforts to remain a non-smoker, according to a new study published today in Addiction.

16 Oct 2025

Mobile van brings advanced lung cancer screening to New Yorkers

A state-of-the-art health screening van launched this month is bringing advanced imaging technology and health education directly to New Yorkers who are at the greatest risk of developing lung cancer.

16 Oct 2025

New NIA grant advances tools for dementia caregiving

More than 7 million Americans live with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD), supported by 12 million unpaid family caregivers whose contributions are valued at $413 billion annually.

15 Oct 2025

Study provides a roadmap for how health systems can improve lung cancer screening rates

Lung cancer screening might be the best-kept secret in health care today. Only about 16 percent of those who are eligible in the U.S. get screened for lung cancer, but a study coming out in NEJM Catalyst on Wednesday provides a roadmap for how health systems can improve those numbers.

15 Oct 2025

New AI system connects hidden clues in medical records to transform diagnosis

Doctors often must make critical decisions in minutes, relying on incomplete information. While electronic health records contain vast amounts of patient data, much of it remains difficult to interpret quickly-especially for patients with rare diseases or unusual symptoms.

15 Oct 2025

Positive views on aging linked to greater physical activity in older adults

Older adults, especially those living with health conditions, who hold positive views about aging are more likely to engage in vigorous physical activity, according to a study led by the University of Surrey.

15 Oct 2025

Debunking myths about safe childbirth in the 40s

While delaying motherhood is a growing national trend, a new Orlando Health survey reveals a widespread public misconception. Over half of Americans (54%) believe women cannot give birth safely in their 40s.

15 Oct 2025

WHO and EU join forces to advance digital health in sub-Saharan Africa

The World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Union (EU) announced today a new agreement to support the digital transformation of health systems and wider adoption of WHO's Global Digital Health Certification Network (GDHCN) in sub-Saharan Africa.

15 Oct 2025

RFK Jr. misses mark in touting rural health transformation fund as historic infusion of cash

At a September Senate hearing, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. boasted about a rural health initiative within President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act.”

15 Oct 2025

In Mississippi, Medicaid coverage of weight loss drugs fails to catch on

April Hines has battled with her weight since she was a teenager. But in the past couple of years, she's fallen from 600 pounds to 385, and her blood pressure and blood sugar levels are down, too. "I'm not as fatigued as I used to be, and I've been able to go back to church," she said.

15 Oct 2025

Keensight Capital acquires majority stake in Bedfont® Scientific Ltd., a global leader in non-invasive breath analysis devices

Keensight Capital (“Keensight”), one of the leading private equity managers dedicated to pan-European Growth Buyou investments, today announced it has acquired a majority stake in Bedfont® Scientific Ltd. (“Bedfont”), which designs and manufactures non-invasive breath analysis medical devices.

From Bedfont® Scientific Ltd 15 Oct 2025

Scientists call for resilient farming, smarter land use, and healthier diets

Rapid and urgent action on food is needed if the UK is to reboot its flagging economy, save the NHS billions, ensure national food security, and meet climate commitments, according to a new report.

15 Oct 2025

Study provides new framework for understanding domestic violence

Before going on to commit violence, domestic abusers use a mix of intense affection and emotional cruelty, combined with tales of their own childhood trauma, to generate a deep psychological hold that can feel like an "addiction" according to some victims.

15 Oct 2025

Children living near the Salton Sea face declining lung function

Children living near the Salton Sea, in Southern California's desert region of Imperial County, are experiencing poorer lung function than children exposed to less wind-blown dust, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of California, Irvine's Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health.

14 Oct 2025

New report calls for urgent transformation of UK food system by 2050

Rapid and urgent action on food is needed if the UK is to reboot its flagging economy, save the NHS billions, ensure national food security, and meet climate commitments, according to a new report.

14 Oct 2025

Loneliness and isolation associated with higher death risk in cancer patients

Loneliness and social isolation are linked to a heightened risk of death from cancer as well as from all causes among those with the disease, finds a pooled data analysis of the available research published online in the open access journal BMJ Oncology.

14 Oct 2025

Voter health trends reveal strong backing for Reform UK

Poorer health is linked to a higher proportion of votes for the populist right wing political party, Reform UK, indicates an analysis of the 2024 general election voting patterns in England, published online in the open access journal BMJ Open Respiratory Research.

14 Oct 2025

Study highlights healthcare costs linked to both underweight and obesity in children

The NHS incurs an estimated £340 million in additional healthcare costs annually due to weight-related health problems in children – but it is not just obesity driving the costs.

14 Oct 2025

Common hospice medications may carry major unintended risks for people with dementia

Hospice care aims to bring comfort, peace, and dignity to patients at the end of life. Yet for the growing number of Americans with dementia who enter hospice, their course is often long and unpredictable - making it especially important to ensure treatments align with each person's goals and stage of illness.

14 Oct 2025

Reducing sedentary behavior and increasing light physical activity can support metabolic health

New study shows that just 30 minutes of less sitting each day can improve the body's ability to utilise fats and carbohydrates for energy production.

14 Oct 2025

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Psychological fatigue poses major risk for returning smokers

Mobile van brings advanced lung cancer screening to New Yorkers

New NIA grant advances tools for dementia caregiving

Study provides a roadmap for how health systems can improve lung cancer screening rates

New AI system connects hidden clues in medical records to transform diagnosis

Positive views on aging linked to greater physical activity in older adults

Debunking myths about safe childbirth in the 40s

WHO and EU join forces to advance digital health in sub-Saharan Africa

RFK Jr. misses mark in touting rural health transformation fund as historic infusion of cash

In Mississippi, Medicaid coverage of weight loss drugs fails to catch on

Keensight Capital acquires majority stake in Bedfont® Scientific Ltd., a global leader in non-invasive breath analysis devices

Scientists call for resilient farming, smarter land use, and healthier diets

Study provides new framework for understanding domestic violence

Children living near the Salton Sea face declining lung function

New report calls for urgent transformation of UK food system by 2050

Loneliness and isolation associated with higher death risk in cancer patients

Voter health trends reveal strong backing for Reform UK

Study highlights healthcare costs linked to both underweight and obesity in children

Common hospice medications may carry major unintended risks for people with dementia

Reducing sedentary behavior and increasing light physical activity can support metabolic health

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