6 d. ago Trump’s aid cuts in east Africa led to unwanted abortion and babies being born with HIV – report

Doctors, nurses, patients and other experts describe the loss of decades of progress in beating the virus in 100 days after Pepfar was disruptedAid cuts in east Africa have led to cases of babies being born with HIV because mothers could not get medication, a rise in life-threatening infections, and at least one woman having an unwanted abortion, according to interviews with medical staff, patients and experts.A report by Physicians for Human Rights (PHR) sets out dozens of examples of the impact of disruption to Pepfar – the president’s emergency plan for aids relief – in Tanzania and Uganda. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Diabetes could be 'triggered' by certain viruses, experts say

Enteroviruses, rotavirus, Covid-19 and Epstein-Barr Virus have been found to trigger the immune cells that can cause type one diabetes

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1 week ago Vets issue urgent warning to pet owners after outbreak of 'deadly' virus in Wales

Experts said the 'highly contagious virus' can be fatal if left untreated

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3 w. ago Expert reveals common kitchen spices that can kill most viruses and cure colds

Herbalist Simon Mills said there are a few common kitchen spices that can combat everything from a common cold to cardiovascular problems.

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3 w. ago Experts send stark warning as 'zombie squirrels' invade back gardens and spread virus

Home owners were left baffled as strange disfigured squirrels entered their back gardens covered in oozing sores and tumours, with an expert revealing they're carrying a virus

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3 w. ago Deadly chikungunya virus warning for Brit tourists as health experts 'worried' over surge in cases

The UKHSA has warned of record chikungunya cases in Brits returning from abroad. Find out where outbreaks are, how to protect yourself, and what vaccines are available.

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3 w. ago Six Oropouche symptoms easily mistaken for flu after deadly virus first found in UK

UKHSA confirms first UK cases of Oropouche virus in travellers from Brazil. With flu-like symptoms, experts warn holidaymakers to know the signs and take precautions

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