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The Kyiv Court of Appeal changed the pre-trial detention measure for doctor Maryna Bielotserkovska, a defendant in the case of the death of Odesa businessman Adnan Kivan, from round-the-clock to night-time house arrest. This decision caused public outrage. And new testimonies from victims of treatment at the clinic indicate systemic problems at "Odrex".
A new study confirms the high effectiveness of HPV vaccination, reducing the risk of cervical cancer by 80% in those vaccinated before the age of 16. This study refutes misinformation about vaccine side effects circulating online.
Former British Prime Minister Cameron announced his prostate cancer diagnosis and called for the implementation of a targeted screening program for men. Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in men in the UK, with approximately 55,000 new cases registered each year.
Tatiana Schlossberg, 35, granddaughter of US President John F. Kennedy, has announced a terminal form of blood cancer. She was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in May 2025, and doctors have given her less than a year to live.
Ukraine returned 31 civilians from Belarus as a result of negotiations. Among them are women and men aged 18 to 58, some with serious illnesses.
Medical Procurement of Ukraine has purchased over 850,000 rapid tests for hepatitis B and C, which will be distributed to the regions by the end of November. Screening for hepatitis B and C markers is included in 13 packages of the Medical Guarantees Program, allowing Ukrainians to receive this service free of charge.
The CEO of Odrex Clinic demanded apartment documents from the wife of a deceased patient to cover the debt for treatment. The man's death occurred after an operation which, according to independent doctors, was contraindicated.
"Wasp's Nest" – an investigation into the stories of patients of the Odesa clinic Odrex, where treatment costing hundreds of thousands of hryvnias ended in death, debts, and falsification of medical documents. Relatives of the deceased speak of aggressive financial pressure, possible medical errors, and systemic violations, demanding justice.
The study found that using a phone between 11:00 PM and 1:00 AM increases the risk of suicidal thoughts, while active keyboard use after midnight reduces it. 79 adults who recently had suicidal thoughts participated in the study.
The Ministry of Health is forming a commission to inspect the private clinic Odrex regarding compliance with licensing conditions. In case of violations, the medical license may be revoked.
Trump administration officials plan to persuade the president to abandon the resumption of nuclear weapons tests. They believe it is impractical and could cause geopolitical tension.
In Ukraine, medical and social expert commissions have been abolished and replaced by expert commissions for assessing a person's daily functioning. The new system, which was supposed to be more transparent, in practice faces problems with appealing decisions, as they are considered by only one hospital in Dnipro.
A quarter of the world's population, over two billion people, lives within five kilometers of active fossil fuel extraction facilities. This increases the risk of developing cancer, respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, and also poses a threat to water supply and air quality.
The Trump administration has issued a directive allowing the denial of immigration visas to the US for overweight foreigners. Obesity is included in the list of diseases that can cause significant financial costs to the healthcare system.
During her lifetime, she became famous for her roles in the projects "Dynasty" and "The Paper Chase. " The cause of death was prolonged age-related illnesses.
On November 10, the world celebrates World Top-Up Day, International Accounting Day, World Orphan Day, and World Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Day. These days are dedicated to supporting families, recognizing professions, helping children, and raising awareness about rare diseases.
Donald Trump's administration has introduced new guidelines for consulates, allowing them to deny visas to elderly immigrants and individuals with certain medical conditions, such as diabetes and obesity. Visa officers must assess whether an applicant could become a "burden" on society, considering their ability to pay for medical care.
Top Gear and Fifth Gear presenter Quentin Willson has died at the age of 68 after a short battle with lung cancer. He was a well-known car dealer, automotive journalist, and consumer advocate who championed the accessibility of electric vehicles.
122,900 doses of hepatitis B vaccine have been delivered to Ukraine for free vaccination of children in accordance with the vaccination schedule. The delivery was made in cooperation with the Ministry of Health, Gavi, and UNICEF.
AM SUMMIT 2025 was held in Kyiv, where doctors, scientists, and government officials discussed the national longevity strategy. The result will be the document "Productivity Code. White Paper 2025", aimed at implementing Age Management at the state level.
Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker will undergo scheduled back surgery next week due to persistent pain. After the operation, the 65-year-old politician will perform his duties remotely.
The EU is considering classifying ethanol as a hazardous substance, which could lead to a ban on its use in hand sanitizers. An internal ECHA recommendation from October 10 identifies ethanol as a toxic substance that increases carcinogenic risks and pregnancy complications.
Former US President Joe Biden has completed a several-week course of radiation therapy for aggressive prostate cancer. The 82-year-old Biden was diagnosed with cancer in May with a Gleason score of 9 and bone metastases.
British scientists have found that with age, men pass on more harmful genetic mutations to their children. After the age of 30, the risk of mutations in sperm increases, reaching 1 in 20 at the age of 43-70.
The number of multi-center clinical trials in the Russian Federation has decreased 20-fold since 2021, cutting off Russians from innovative drugs. This applies to drugs for HIV, oncology, and other diseases, as Moscow does not recognize the results of international research without local participation.
October 20 marks World Day Against Pain, International Statistics Day, International Chefs Day, and International Air Traffic Controllers Day. Christians also commemorate the Great Martyr Artemius.
Former US President Joe Biden has made his first public appearance since beginning a five-week course of radiation and hormone therapy for stage four prostate cancer. The 82-year-old politician was photographed attending evening mass at a church he has frequented for decades.
October 18 marks European Anti-Trafficking Day and World Menopause Day. Also celebrated today are International Archaeology Day, World Guitar Day, and International Tie Day.
As part of the American Innovation program, the US Mint will issue a dollar coin featuring Steve Jobs in 2026. The coin will represent California and will bear Jobs' quote "Make something wonderful."
A new study by Canadian experts has found that loneliness or social isolation increases the risk of death from cancer by 11%, and the overall risk of death by 34%. This is due to a stress response that harms the immune system and causes inflammation.