disease

Ghana anticipates its cocoa harvest will decrease by 13% next season due to threats from El Niño, disease, and adverse weather impacting production. This significant setback in Ghana’s output could potentially contribute to a rise in global prices of the cocoa beans.

Entomologist Stephen Dobson discusses the use of modified mosquitoes released into the wild to combat disease. The conversation is part of an NPR interview with Scott Simons.

Michigan forests are experiencing pressure from climate change, deer, and disease. Researchers from Michigan State University track seedlings using markers placed around their base.

The article highlights recent gene editing breakthroughs in Hawaii, focusing on the potential to edit disease out of a person's DNA.

The Trump administration has ended or frozen dozens of advisory committees, including one focused on controlling infection in healthcare settings, leaving hospitals without key expertise on disease.

The Greater Horn of Africa is facing a potential multicountry polycrisis driven by conflict, rising prices, climate impacts like El Niño, and disease. These factors are compounding existing regional challenges, creating a complex and escalating situation.

Callum noticed bubbles in his urine, but doctors initially dismissed concerns. He is now on a transplant waiting list after being diagnosed with a disease affecting millions.

The death toll from Venezuela's earthquakes has risen to 3,889, with an increasing risk of disease. The United Nations has launched a $300 million appeal to assist survivors.

Deadly 'fungal storms' are sweeping America, with toxic dust carrying disease. The phenomenon poses a health risk as it spreads across the region.

Norfolk Island’s unique corals face a triple threat from disease, El Niño, and government-approved dredging. Scientists warn that sediment and pollution from cattle farming, cleared land, and wastewater contribute to coral disease and algae outbreaks.

The Trump administration dissolved the United States Agency for International Development as an independent agency one year ago. USAID, which delivered humanitarian aid, fought disease, responded to disasters, and advanced U.S. interests, was a central tool of American foreign policy. The former administrator Samantha Power highlighted the impact of its dismantling.

Venezuela's death toll from the quakes is nearing 2,000 with 43,000 missing. Aid agencies report worsening hunger and disease due to an overwhelmed healthcare system.

A 45-year-old individual experienced muscle pain, brain fog, and memory loss, which were later attributed to a disease contracted while sitting on their sofa, not menopause. The article highlights the importance of recognizing these early warning signs.

A study found cars are the primary cause of pueo, or Hawaiian short-eared owl, deaths in Hawaiʻi, with disease also linked. The study suggests these deaths may be preventable.

Gaza’s displaced families are enduring worsening living conditions as rats infest camps, sewage spreads, and tents filled with waste contribute to disease outbreaks. The lack of sanitation exacerbates the crisis, putting families at heightened health risks.

A disease is highlighted as more costly than cancer and heart disease combined, with predictions of worsening trends. The article describes it as a health and economic crisis impacting families and governments.

A new study suggests avoiding sugar may not aid weight loss and could potentially increase disease risk, challenging common dietary advice to cut out sugar.

Heat, not disease, caused the deaths of 8 lion cubs in Gir forest. Seventeen lions showing signs of illness were quarantined and treated, with 12 released into the wild and five expected to follow soon.

New research indicates that a man's health, particularly being overweight ('dad bod'), before and during parenthood can increase children's risks for obesity and disease, even before conception. The study highlights the role of paternal health in child development outcomes.

Vaping is as harmful to health as traditional cigarettes, altering genetic makeup that may increase disease risks. The study highlights that chosen vape flavors influence the extent of genetic changes linked to cancer and other diseases.

Six months after Trump’s ceasefire in Gaza, residents face ongoing crises including disease, hunger, and Israeli strikes. A displaced mother, Ezyia Abu Haya, is highlighted in a Khan Younis camp as an example of the dire conditions.

Ancient DNA analysis near Paris reveals a prehistoric population was replaced by unrelated newcomers around 3000 BC, likely due to disease and societal upheaval. This shift ended family burials and coincided with the disappearance of Europe’s megalith builders.

Scientists discovered a hidden waste-removal pathway in the human brain using advanced MRI scans, revealing fluid flows along the middle meningeal artery in a lymphatic-like manner. This finding identifies a previously unknown drainage hub, potentially revolutionizing understanding of brain aging, injury, and diseases like Alzheimer’s.

Scientists discovered that combining specific spices like mint, eucalyptus, and chili peppers enhances anti-inflammatory effects by 100x. These compounds work synergistically in immune cells to activate multiple pathways, offering potential treatments for chronic inflammation-linked diseases.

A phase 1 clinical trial using CS-101, CD34+ cells modified with a transformer base editor, showed early and sustained transfusion independence in β-thalassaemia patients. The treatment reactivates fetal hemoglobin production, offering a potential breakthrough in genetic disorder therapy.

A study published in Nature demonstrates that synthetic super-enhancers can precisely deliver anticancer payloads, eliminating tumors in a mouse model of glioblastoma. This breakthrough could advance precision viral immunotherapy for aggressive cancers.