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The number of people in Japan aged 100 or older has hit a record high of more than 95,000 - almost 90 per cent of them women - government data showed on Tuesday (Sep 17). The figures further highlight the slow-burning demographic crisis gripping the world's fourth-biggest economy as its population ages and shrinks. As of Sep 1, Japan had 95,119 centenarians, up 2,980 year-on-year, with 83,958 of them women and 11,161 men, the health ministry said in a statement. On Sunday separate government data showed that the number of over-65s has hit a record high of 36.25 million, accounting...

Starmer promised a 10-year plan to fix the state-funded National Health Service, which in recent years had gone from a source of national pride to a symbol of a state and society under growing strain. “Although the NHS does much good, patients repeatedly share their frustrations and confusion about accessing care,” said William Pett of patients’ group Healthwatch England. He added that “these challenges are not experienced equally, with poorer communities hit hardest.” U.K. health spending grew by 2.4% a year between 2019 and 2024, according to the Institute for Fiscal Studies, down from an average of 3.6% over the...

VIDEODr. Ken Berry is starting this new "American Diabetes Society" organization as a helpful contrast to the harmful and corrupt "American Diabetes Association", which is beholden to "Big Pharma" and "Big Food", not seeking to achieve the optimal health of Americans.

A cancer study has found that certain gut bacteria may influence whether or not a patient's immune system is successful in fighting mesothelioma. It has led experts to believe that in the future, dietary changes could improve the benefits of treatment. Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of cancer which develops in the lining of the lungs or abdomen, and is known to be caused by exposure to the now-outlawed industrial material, asbestos. The research team evaluated the effectiveness of two immunotherapies; atezolizumab and bevacizumab, in patients with relapsed mesothelioma. Professor Fennell said, "We have seen that the immunotherapies we used...

It’s summer, which means beach getaways, frozen cocktails, and bad sunburns in the most annoying of places. It’s also the perfect time to hold a backyard barbecue and eat enough hamburgers and hot dogs to make Joey Chestnut proud. Burgers and Hotdogs are two of the tastiest summertime staples, though they’re not exactly considered to be the most diet-friendly foods. But rather than compare hamburgers and hot dogs to salad, let’s compare them to each other. You may not realize there are certain dietary benefits that one offers over the other, so let’s take a closer look at which is...

With Young Thug, the Atlanta rapper helped pave the way for a new wave of pop-minded melodicism in his city’s hip-hop scene.Rich Homie Quan died on Thursday, Georgia’s Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed to the New York Times. The Atlanta rapper was 34 years old. A cause of death has not been shared publicly. Revered for his pop-minded hooks, unabashed melodicism and off-the-cuff swagger, Rich Homie Quan followed up a major breakout single, 2013’s “Type of Way,” with a legendary mixtape run and unforgettable collaborations with Young Thug through the duo Rich Gang. Born Dequantes Devontay Lamar in...

Health insurance rates in New York are set to rise significantly in 2025, with individual plans increasing by an average of 12.7% and small-group plans by 8.4%, according to state records. These increases, though lower than the nearly 17% and 19% hikes insurers initially sought, will affect about 1 million New Yorkers enrolled in these plans. State officials cited the rising costs of medical care, including hospital stays and drug prices, as the primary drivers behind the rate hikes. The approved rates aim to limit insurers’ profit margins to 1% to mitigate inflationary pressures on consumers. The rate increases for...

Health experts are worried about Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could influence former President Trump’s public health policies in a second term, after the prominent anti-vaccine advocate suspended his independent campaign for president and jumped aboard Trump’s. Upon announcing the move last week, Kennedy said Trump had “asked to enlist me in his administration.” Kennedy’s former running mate, Nicole Shanahan, said earlier this month Kennedy would do an “incredible job” as secretary of Health and Human Services. Although Trump has not committed to a specific role for Kennedy, he appointed his former opponent to his presidential transition team, and in a...

As the tally of those stricken in a nationwide listeria outbreak tied to recalled Boar's Head deli meat rises, federal health officials are urging Americans to check their refrigerators for the products, some with sell-by dates into October. The largest such outbreak since one linked to cantaloupes more than a decade ago has killed at least nine people and hospitalized 57 in 18 states, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in an update on Wednesday. The Sarasota, Florida-based deli meat and cheese company last month expanded its recall to include more than 3,600 tons of ready-to-eat meat and...

People in the LGBTQ+ community face health disparities due to prejudice, lack of access to care, and other factors. We all rely on healthcare services at various points in our lives. However, not everyone has the same access to medical advice and treatment. As a result, specific populations suffer poorer health outcomes than others. Health disparities are how disease, injury, and violence affect marginalized groups of people, like those in the LGBTQ+ community, differently than others. Health disparities typically result from a lack of access to adequate healthcare.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suspended his presidential campaign in swing states on Friday and officially endorsed former president Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election. Electorally, this was a potentially pivotal moment: RFK was pulling about 5 percent of the total electorate, according to the RealClear average, and an even higher percentage in some swing states. If Kennedy was right when he told Dr. Phil that 57 percent of his voters would go to Trump if he left the race, then his exit and endorsement could prove a significant boost to Trump. Since RFK Jr. and another former Democrat, Congresswoman...

I had been pleading for RFK to join Trump’s team as Attorney General as it is the most powerful position in Washington, providing Kennedy absolute immunity, AND he can clear out the swamp. Kennedy joined Trump’s team but his position has not been announced. However, Kennedy said his main goal in joining Trump is to take down Big Pharma, the USDA and FDA to MAKE AMERICA HEALTHY AGAIN. The food in America has been making people sick and obese. US food standards are already extremely low and other countries, including China and Russia, refuse to buy many US-produced products as...

Clinical studies testing the safety and efficacy of 40Hz sensory stimulation to treat Alzheimer's disease have found the therapy was well tolerated, produced no serious adverse effects and was associated with some significant neurological and behavioral benefits. Tsai's lab discovered exposing mice to light flickering or sound clicking at the gamma-band brain rhythm frequency of 40Hz produced improvements in learning and memory; reduced brain atrophy, neuron and synapse loss; and showed lower levels of hallmark Alzheimer's proteins amyloid beta and phosphorylated tau. In the Phase 1 study, volunteers filled out a questionnaire. Meanwhile, measurements taken with EEG scalp electrodes clustered...

<p>Walmart has recalled nearly 10,000 cases of apple juice sold in stores across the U.S. that were found to contain potentially harmful levels of inorganic arsenic.</p><p>The U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave the recall a more urgent classification Friday after making its original announcement Aug. 15. The new classification said the affected product may temporarily cause adverse health consequences but is unlikely to cause serious or irreversible medical issues.</p>

Casey Means was a Stanford-educated surgeon. Her brother Calley was a lobbyist for pharma and the food industry. Both quit their jobs in horror when they realized how many people were being killed by the systems they participated in. This is an amazing story. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:54 Who Are Casey and Calley Means? 10:32 Seed Oils and the Lies of the Food Pyramid 22:20 Vaccines for Newborns 34:41 Why Is the Medical Industry Ignoring This? 44:38 The Spiritual Crisis 52:23 Chemicals Linked to Cancer and Early Puberty 1:00:13 Ozempic 1:15:35 The Birth Control Pill 1:30:12 The Rise of Dementia...

A very informative discussion on the foods we eat and why it is making us sick, Many of the problems this nation experiences is because of what we eat. It may even be the cause for such a dramatic rise in the transgenderism. Something I attributed as being a fad, but is it? Or is it a result of what we eat, processed GMO foods which I never thought much about because my metabolism used to run high, but no longer does now. Note: It starts out with an ad about a behind the scenes video they created of Donald...

About 1 in 3 Americans see COVID-19 as a large or moderate risk to their health, as summer cases of the virus continue to tick up, according to a new survey. The Axios/Ipsos American Health Index found 32 percent of Americans believe that COVID-19 is a large or moderate risk to their health, up from the 27 percent who said the same in early June. The survey comes amid a surge in COVID-19 cases that shows no immediate signs of slowing down. The survey found that 21 percent of respondents polled have taken an at-home COVID-19 test in the past...

On a biological level, proteins are sort of like Legos for our bodies. They’re the building blocks that make up our organs, tendons, hormones and, of course, muscles. But it’s that last thing on the list that gets so much attention when it comes to protein intake and exercise. All over your local gym, you’ve probably seen your fair share of protein shakes. It’s synonymous with muscle gain and weight loss, but can you overdo it? Let’s take a look and find out. How much protein should I be consuming? According to the Dietary Reference Intake report for macronutrients, a...

I’m from Loma Linda, California, a small city known as the only Blue Zone in America. Studies have shown that residents live up to around a decade longer than the rest of the United States. Why I never consume energy drinks Energy drinks have become popularized through social media over the years. They’re often marketed as quick solutions for boosting energy, fueling during a pre-workout and enhancing alertness. As a dietitian, though, here’s why I advise caution: 1. Energy drinks can disrupt your sleep and your appetite 2. Energy drinks can spike blood sugar and increase inflammation 3. Energy drinks...

Recent statistics have unveiled a growing health crisis in Costa Rica, with an alarming 31.5% of children and adolescents aged 5-19 being overweight and 12.3% classified as obese. This troubling trend has sparked significant concern among health professionals across the country, prompting calls for immediate action. Dr. Nydia Amador, a public health specialist and founder of the Healthy Costa Rica Association, emphasizes the gravity of the situation. “We are witnessing our children on a path to chronic illness, and we must act swiftly to prevent this dire outcome,” she warns. Dr. Amador’s concerns are echoed by nutritionists and other health...