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World’s ‘dirtiest man’ dies in Iran aged 94

Amou Haji was so called because he had not washed for almost 70 years and he believed that staying dirty kept him alive for so long.

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Do I need to have a fourth COVID jab? Here's what you need to know

Here’s what you need to know about the rollout of COVID booster shots this winter.

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Transplanted livers can keep working for more than 100 years

These findings pave the way for a much bigger donor pool, potentially giving new hope to future patients.

Smart Health

eHealth: How is digitalisation changing the medical sector in Europe?

The digitalisation of healthcare has become one of Europe’s top priorities. In this map, we take you to four countries who are leading the digital transformation of health in Europe.

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Everything you need to know about the European Health Data Space

The European Health Data Space could transform healthcare as we know it. In this article, we tell you what it is and what it could mean for you.

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Are colonoscopies a good cancer screening tool? Study sparks debate

A landmark trial found inviting people to a colonoscopy didn’t cut the risk of cancer as much as hoped. But don’t cancel your appointment just yet.

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A simple eye test could accurately predict a future fatal heart attack

Researchers say the advantage of a AI-driven retinal scan are that they are non-invasive and the process is fully-automated.

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Could Botox help treat mental health conditions by stopping frowning?

Scientists argue that by halting the negative emotional feedback that frowning sends to the brain, Botox may be useful in the treatment of mood disorders and depression.

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Pakistan floods have a significant impact on daily life

After, torrential monsoon rains triggered the most severe flooding in Pakistan's recent history, over 1,460 health facilities have been affected.

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European Commission unveils new guidelines to boost cancer screenings

The Commission recommends that breast cancer screenings be extended to more women and that testing for lung, prostate and gastric cancer becomes more systematic.

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EU health ministers meet in Prague to discuss Ukraine and COVID-19

EU health ministers met in Prague with Ukraine and COVID-19 high on the list as well as the treatment of cancer in the bloc.

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Britain approves Moderna's Omicron-adapted COVID booster

Each dose of the booster shot will target both the original COVID virus that was first detected in 2020 and the omicron BA.1 variant.

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This cheese could be the latest superfood (and no, it’s not French)

A dream come true for cheese lovers: eating Jarlsberg may actually help stop bones getting weaker without raising your cholesterol.

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Archie Battersbee case is stirring debate about life and death in UK

Doctors have suggested ending life support for 12-year-old Archie, saying he could be considered to have died months ago. Archie’s parents disagree.

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Healthcare: Unnecessary blood tests and high-carbon meds need to go

Health care is responsible for 4.4 per cent of global carbon emissions. Here are some simple ways this can be reduced.

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Conjoined twins aged 3 separated with help of virtual reality

Twins Bernado and Arthur Lima, 3, can now look at each other in the face for the first time after a "man-on-Mars" surgery using virtual reality.

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Qatar’s growing contribution to the health and wellness sector

In partnership with Media City

From luxury health resorts for families to an eco-friendly farm offering a down-to-earth experience, Qatar 365 discovers how wellness is gaining more significance and becoming big business in the Gulf country.

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These sea worms could be the key to keeping transplant organs 'alive'

This French biotech company is looking to develop a product to give oxygen to organs and grafts to improve transplant success rates.

Smart Health

EU's vaccine passport proves digital health's potential

In partnership with The European Commission

Following the success of its vaccine passport, the Digital COVID Certificate, the EU is investing more into digital health with the European Health Data Space. EU Commissioner Stella Kyriakides speaks to Smart Health about how it will change our lives.

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COVID-19 debate: What lessons can Europe learn from the pandemic?

Euronews moderated a debate in association with the European Health Parliament initiative's plenary about the COVID-19 pandemic and what we can learn from it.