‘Forever chemicals’ may be killing babies: PFAS exposure linked to a 191% rise in infant deaths |

“Forever chemicals” may be far more deadly than previously understood, with new evidence suggesting they could be contributing to serious harm in specific communities exposed to contaminated drinking water. A newly published peer-reviewed study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) examined PFAS contamination in New Hampshire’s well-water system and found a…

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Betel leaves show potential in Alzheimer’s research: Study |

Betel leaves, or paan leaves, have long held cultural, religious, and medicinal significance across South Asia. Traditionally valued for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, they are now being studied for potential roles in neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s causes memory loss, cognitive decline, and behavioural changes, affecting millions worldwide. According to theNHS, several factors…

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Pneumonia vs. Lung Cancer: How to spot the key differences, key symptoms, causes and key prevention tips |

Telling pneumonia and lung cancer apart can be difficult because both conditions target the lungs and often produce similar symptoms, such as persistent cough, chest pain, and fatigue. Despite these overlaps, they are fundamentally different in their causes, development, and treatment approaches. Pneumonia is an infection that triggers rapid inflammation in the air sacs of…

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