Advocates call for more genetic screening for disease risks
By Shalailah Medhora

Researchers say one in 50 young people aged 18 to 40 have genetic variants that put them at risk of developing cancer or heart problems.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-06/advocates-call-for-more-genetic-screening-for-disease-risks/105736034

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Advocates call for more genetic screening for disease risks as young people say 'knowledge is power'

Researchers say one in 50 young people aged 18 to 40 have genetic variants that put them at risk of developing cancer or heart problems.

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Son: Aung San Suu Kyi's Severe Heart Condition Worsens in Myanmar Prison

The health of Aung San Suu Kyi, the 80-year-old Nobel Peace laureate, has taken a worrying turn. Her son, Kim Aris, shared his deep concerns this week. He

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Fit dad, 44, reunites with saviours after shock post-workout heart attack
By Jake Kearnan

Queenslander Ben Ayres felt "a bit off" after finishing up at the gym. By the time he called a family friend for a lift to hospital, it was almost too late.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-02/heart-attack-survivor-reunites-with-lifesaving-paramedics/105725194

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Sunshine Coast father reunites with paramedics, family friend who saved his life

Queenslander Ben Ayres felt "a bit off" after finishing up at the gym. By the time he called a family friend for a lift to hospital, it was almost too late.

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Clopidogrel Found to Be More Effective than Aspirin in Preventing Heart Attacks and Strokes

A groundbreaking study has revealed that clopidogrel, a commonly prescribed blood thinner, is more effective than aspirin in preventing heart attacks and strokes, without increasing the risk of major bleeding. The discovery was made by an international team of researchers who analyzed data from near... [More info]

Swab test can identify children with potentially deadly heart condition, study finds

Research shows arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy can be detected up to five years before diagnosis by other means

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Doctors find drug that is better than aspirin at preventing heart attacks

Discovery that clopidogrel is more effective blood thinner could transform health guidelines worldwide

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Weight loss drugs show potential to reduce early death risk in heart patients, study reveals

A new study has found that GLP-1 agonists, commonly used for weight loss, can significantly reduce the risk of hospitalization or early death in heart patients, particularly those with heart failure and obesity. The research, conducted by Mass General Brigham, examined real-world data from over 90,0... [More info]

The Journey of Why I Blog: Healing Through Writing - Rick Ollie

As time passed, assignments got worse, and my salary remained stagnant until one day I just walked away. No notice, no goodbyes, no nothing.

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Weight loss drugs show potential to reduce early death risk in heart patients, study reveals

A new study has found that GLP-1 agonists, commonly used for weight loss, can significantly reduce the risk of hospitalization or early death in heart patients, particularly those with heart failure and obesity. The research, conducted by Mass General Brigham, examined real-world data from over 90,0... [More info]