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Cancer-linked toxins overtake unassuming US town...and it's surprising connection to Elon Musk

Cancer-linked toxins overtake unassuming US town...and it's surprising connection to Elon Musk

Toxic emissions from turbines at an Elon Musk-owned plant infuse the air around Memphis with chemicals that can cause permanent damage to one's nervous system, and lungs.

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Cancer-linked toxins overtake unassuming US town...and it's surprising connection to Elon Musk

Cancer-linked toxins overtake unassuming US town...and it's surprising connection to Elon Musk

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'Silent' condition suffered by millions that raises risk of early colon cancer

'Silent' condition suffered by millions that raises risk of early colon cancer

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For, against, undecided: Three GPs give their views on assisted dying

For, against, undecided: Three GPs give their views on assisted dying

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Government has no clear plan for NHS England abolition, say MPs

Government has no clear plan for NHS England abolition, say MPs

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GPs split over assisted dying plans, BBC research suggests

GPs split over assisted dying plans, BBC research suggests

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The 'Oscar' of food prizes goes to a Brazilian who harnessed the power of bacteria

The 'Oscar' of food prizes goes to a Brazilian who harnessed the power of bacteria

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Why were we so skinny in the 1960s? Nutritionist reveals slimming secrets of the past

Why were we so skinny in the 1960s? Nutritionist reveals slimming secrets of the past

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Judge overturns Michigan's 24-hour waiting period before an abortion

Judge overturns Michigan's 24-hour waiting period before an abortion

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Daily 'gastric bypass pill' could help patients avoid weight-loss surgery

Daily 'gastric bypass pill' could help patients avoid weight-loss surgery

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Gastric bypass in a pill could become 'go-to drug for weight management', inventors claim

Gastric bypass in a pill could become 'go-to drug for weight management', inventors claim

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New ‘dream’ daily weight loss pill ‘better than surgery OR fat jabs’ and has ‘minimal to no side effects’

New ‘dream’ daily weight loss pill ‘better than surgery OR fat jabs’ and has ‘minimal to no side effects’

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FDA moves to ban fluoride supplements for kids, removing a key tool for dentists

FDA moves to ban fluoride supplements for kids, removing a key tool for dentists

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FDA moves to ban popular supplements over fears they cause BRAIN DAMAGE

FDA moves to ban popular supplements over fears they cause BRAIN DAMAGE

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Scientists discover particular working pattern can cause brain damage - and it's not shift work

Scientists discover particular working pattern can cause brain damage - and it's not shift work

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'Golden age' weight-loss pill that mimics gastric bypass op is hailed a 'miracle' - and said to be better than fat jabs

'Golden age' weight-loss pill that mimics gastric bypass op is hailed a 'miracle' - and said to be better than fat jabs

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Common aging symptom could worsen loneliness in seniors

Common aging symptom could worsen loneliness in seniors

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FDA warns seniors to avoid this vaccine after deadly complications

FDA warns seniors to avoid this vaccine after deadly complications

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Trump admin cancels layoffs for some health workers ahead of Kennedy hearing

Trump admin cancels layoffs for some health workers ahead of Kennedy hearing

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RFK Jr. set to face the senator who grilled him

RFK Jr. set to face the senator who grilled him

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Trump administration's universal flu vaccine project puzzles scientists

Trump administration's universal flu vaccine project puzzles scientists

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He was experiencing psychosis. Then, his boss made a decision that saved his life

He was experiencing psychosis. Then, his boss made a decision that saved his life

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What the ‘Small Nodule’ Found on Biden’s Prostate Could Mean for a Man’s Health

What the ‘Small Nodule’ Found on Biden’s Prostate Could Mean for a Man’s Health

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We're two couples who share each other's wives and husbands... here's how our foursome pairs off

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How every MSP voted in the assisted dying debate

How every MSP voted in the assisted dying debate

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What happens next for Scotland’s assisted dying Bill?

What happens next for Scotland’s assisted dying Bill?

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From having sex to eating an omelette, eight cheap and easy ways to beat stress for good

From having sex to eating an omelette, eight cheap and easy ways to beat stress for good

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Trump’s Focus on Punishing Drug Dealers May Hurt Drug Users Trying to Quit

Trump’s Focus on Punishing Drug Dealers May Hurt Drug Users Trying to Quit

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DC man suffers terrifying rare bleeding disorder after Covid vaccine booster

DC man suffers terrifying rare bleeding disorder after Covid vaccine booster

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MSPs back assisted dying Bill in landmark Holyrood vote

MSPs back assisted dying Bill in landmark Holyrood vote

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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signs bill to tap unused ACA insurance funds for abortion grant program

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signs bill to tap unused ACA insurance funds for abortion grant program

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Older adults in U.S. urged to skip this travel vaccine. What about Canada?

Older adults in U.S. urged to skip this travel vaccine. What about Canada?

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RFK Jr. got rid of an 'alphabet soup' of health agencies. Now, Congress gets a say

RFK Jr. got rid of an 'alphabet soup' of health agencies. Now, Congress gets a say

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FDA and RFK Jr. aim to remove fluoride supplements used to protect kids' teeth

FDA and RFK Jr. aim to remove fluoride supplements used to protect kids' teeth

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'Frustration is a huge part of my life with ADHD'

'Frustration is a huge part of my life with ADHD'

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Favourite Brit nicknames for their body parts revealed – is yours on the list?

Favourite Brit nicknames for their body parts revealed – is yours on the list?

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UnitedHealth Group abruptly replaces CEO Andrew Witty, deepening a terrible year

UnitedHealth Group abruptly replaces CEO Andrew Witty, deepening a terrible year

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Patients reveal disturbing sexual fantasies caused by common medical practice carried out on 40m a year

Patients reveal disturbing sexual fantasies caused by common medical practice carried out on 40m a year

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The terrifying truth about dying while exercising - and why even seemingly fit and healthy people could be at risk

The terrifying truth about dying while exercising - and why even seemingly fit and healthy people could be at risk

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Flesh-eating New World Screwworm could pose health risks to cattle, humans

Flesh-eating New World Screwworm could pose health risks to cattle, humans

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Calls for more support for nurses dealing with ‘human cost’ of opioid abuse

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Calls for more support for nurses dealing with ‘human cost’ of opioid abuse

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Breast cancer gene families given hope by drug trial

Breast cancer gene families given hope by drug trial

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The 16 common drugs in your medicine cabinet that increase your risk of agonising sunburn revealed

The 16 common drugs in your medicine cabinet that increase your risk of agonising sunburn revealed

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Mum has ‘days to live’ after getting the all-clear from a ‘dodgy mole’ which led to 12 brain tumours

Mum has ‘days to live’ after getting the all-clear from a ‘dodgy mole’ which led to 12 brain tumours

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Hair loss on your head and two other body parts ‘could signal an STI’ warns expert

Hair loss on your head and two other body parts ‘could signal an STI’ warns expert

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RFK Jr sparks health warning after posting pictures from Mothers' Day hike with his grandkids

RFK Jr sparks health warning after posting pictures from Mothers' Day hike with his grandkids

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I'm a GP - I know the reason you're feeling exhausted right now, no matter how much sleep you get

I'm a GP - I know the reason you're feeling exhausted right now, no matter how much sleep you get

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The small towns baffling doctors with their lack of disease: Experts reveal the foods that could be responsible - and the modern diet they ALL reject

The small towns baffling doctors with their lack of disease: Experts reveal the foods that could be responsible - and the modern diet they ALL reject

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Doctors officially told to start screening ALL pregnant women for frightening STD in bombshell move

Doctors officially told to start screening ALL pregnant women for frightening STD in bombshell move

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Trans tribunal nurse welcomes Supreme Court judgment on biological sex

Trans tribunal nurse welcomes Supreme Court judgment on biological sex

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Doctor says 'never ignore' five vague signs that could actually be cancer

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Charity boss slams 'reprehensible' health trusts

Charity boss slams 'reprehensible' health trusts

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Conjoined twins attached at the chest, belly and pelvis are successfully separated in painstaking 15-hour operation

Conjoined twins attached at the chest, belly and pelvis are successfully separated in painstaking 15-hour operation

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The one phrase that will make your doctor realise there’s something seriously wrong

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What to know about California Gov. Gavin Newsom's move to ban encampments

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My baby’s head-to-toe rash bleeds and looks like chemical burns – cruel strangers are vile and kids won’t play with him

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Your risk of heart attack and stroke can be detected 10 YEARS earlier with ‘simple’ scan, study shows

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Pharmacists stockpile most common drugs on chance of targeted Trump tariffs

Pharmacists stockpile most common drugs on chance of targeted Trump tariffs

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Man, 23, develops shocking 'dropped head syndrome' after battling addiction to one habit for years

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The horrifying moment personal trainer gets life-threatening injury from exercise mistake - doctors said she may never walk again

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Physical habit that could fuel dementia - no matter how much exercise you do

Physical habit that could fuel dementia - no matter how much exercise you do

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