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Third British national has suspected hantavirus infection, government says

Third British national has suspected hantavirus infection, government says6 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleHugh Pym,Health editorandTabby WilsonReutersA third British national has suspected hantavirus in connection with an outbreak on board the cruise ship MV Hondius, the government has said.The patient is currently on the remote Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, where the ship stopped in mid-April.Two other British men have confirmed cases - one remains in a stable condition i...

Six weeks is not full recovery: Doctor shares truth about motherhood healing

Six weeks is not full recovery Doctor shares truth about motherhood healing

'Kissing disease' left 18-year-old unrecognisable to her own family

Mollie was admitted to hospital and spent three weeks in bed

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यूपी के डिप्टी CM ब्रजेश पाठक का बड़ा एक्शन: 5 डॉक्टर बर्खास्त, CMO समेत 16 पर गिरी गाज, प्राइवेट प्रैक्टिस पर भी वार

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The 30s health wake-up call: Why more young professionals confront silent health risks

Dubai: For many young professionals in the UAE, turning 30 is increasingly becoming a health wake-up call. Doctors have reported a steady rise in residents in their 30s being diagnosed with lifestyle-related conditions such as high cholesterol, hypertension, and early-stage diabetes, often without noticeable symptoms.What was once considered a concern for middle age is now appearing earlier, driven largely by changing work patterns, diet, and stress levels.At the same time, experts have mentione...

New study says handful of some foods cut blood pressure 30 per cent - full list

A new study recommends we eat 60 to 80 grams a a day to protect brain and heart health and cut the risk of strokes

Can't stick to your habits? Try stacking them

Cant stick to your habits Try stacking them

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Rajasthan doctor operates on wrong leg of woman, faces action

Rajasthan doctor operates on wrong leg of woman faces action

Healthy mum who thought she had food poisoning died days later

Claire McCormack, 47, thought she had a stomach bug but within hours was placed in an induced coma as sepsis caused multi-organ failure. Her family are now raising awareness of the warning signs

Poha Health Risks: क्या आप भी रोज सुबह खाते हैं पोहा? संजीव कपूर ने बताया सेहत के लिए क्यों खतरनाक

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Hantavirus: Symptoms, spread, treatment, prevention — the story so far

A Dutch cruise ship, MV Hondius, remains anchored off Cape Verde's coast after a hantavirus outbreak killed three passengers and sickened others among its 147 passengers and crew.The cruise ship sails Antarctic routes where rodent exposure risks may arise from ports or wildlife contact, according to the Harvard Medical School publication.Experts at the World Health Organisation (WHO) noted that the 'Andes' strain detected in MV Hondius is a rare hantavirus variant endemic to parts of S...

Harassed in relationship, Class 12 student dies by suicide in Gurgaon

A 17-year-old student tragically ended her life in Gurgaon, reportedly due to harassment in a suspected relationship. Her suicide note details feelings of being misunderstood and disrespected by a youth she knew for a year, along with an alleged incident at tuition. Police are investigating, having contacted the boy mentioned and retrieved chats.

'Sweet' four-year-old boy fatally struck by Amazon delivery vehicle as heartbroken family mourns loss

'Sweet' four-year-old boy fatally struck by Amazon delivery vehicle as heartbroken family mourns lossBy ANNA WRIGHT, US REPORTER Published: 05:10, 8 May 2026 | Updated: 05:10, 8 May 2026 e-mail View comments

हंतावायरस वाले क्रूज शिप से 29 लोग उतरे, 12 देशों में गए, क्या फैलेगी महामारी?

Trump's defiant chief of staff Susie Wiles takes center stage at rare public appearance to accept award amid cancer diagnosis

Trump's defiant chief of staff Susie Wiles takes center stage at rare public appearance to accept award amid cancer diagnosisBy VICTORIA CHURCHILL, US POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 05:02, 8 May 2026 | Updated: 05:02, 8 May 2026 e-mail View comments

Sharjah permanently closes Kalba Medical Fitness Center

Sharjah: Sharjah Municipality has announced the permanent closure of the Kalba Medical Fitness Center, directing all medical fitness examination services to a new facility in the city.Residents requiring medical fitness tests for residency visas, employment and other official procedures must now visit the Nukhbah Kalba Businessmen Services Center in the Sour Kalba area.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The municipality said the new centre will co...

'Never a profitable scheme': Pvt hosps shut door on Mamata's health insurance scheme

Private hospitals in Kolkata are refusing or restricting admissions for Swasthya Sathi beneficiaries as they await clarity on the scheme's future under the new government. Hospitals cite concerns over the scheme's profitability and are unofficially suspending admissions, impacting patients seeking treatment.

NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah unveils advanced cath lab with next-gen imaging tech

NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah has opened its state-of-the-art Catheterisation Laboratory (Cath Lab), reinforcing its long-standing commitment to excellence in cardiac, vascular and neuro-interventional care.With a legacy of more than 42 years in delivering trusted patient care, the hospital’s Cath Lab, previously known for handling complex cardiac, neuro and vascular interventions, has now been transformed with the installation of the state-of-the-art Philips Azurion 7 C20 system.This next-generati...