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fromThe Washington Post
6 days ago

Tests urged for 1,200 children after day-care worker charged with assault

Authorities in Victoria, Australia, have advised 1,200 young children to undergo health screenings following the arrest of Joshua Brown, charged with over 70 offenses, including sexual assault. The charges involve eight victims aged between five months and two years, connected to the Creative Gardens Early Learning Centre, where Brown worked. He had previously passed all background checks, raising concerns about child safety within the child care system.
Public health
#public-health
fromNature
1 month ago
Mobile UX

Agile evaluation including two pragmatic trials on the uptake of a digital screening service - npj Digital Medicine

fromNature
1 month ago
Mobile UX

Agile evaluation including two pragmatic trials on the uptake of a digital screening service - npj Digital Medicine

Cancer
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Mother (38) with 'limited life expectancy' receives HSE apology over 'failings' in cervical cancer diagnosis

Failures in reporting cervical smear tests led to untreated cancer for Leona Macken, highlighting critical flaws in the screening program.
#breast-cancer
Mental health
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Diagnosed with 'dense breasts'? You may need more than a mammogram

Breast density significantly impacts mammogram efficacy, prompting new regulations for clearer screening communication.
Mental health
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Diagnosed with 'dense breasts'? You may need more than a mammogram

Breast density significantly impacts mammogram efficacy, prompting new regulations for clearer screening communication.
#prostate-cancer
Public health
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Prostate cancer screening pilot programme to be rolled out in two counties

Ireland is initiating a pilot prostate cancer screening program named PRAISE U, aiming for effective organisations in screening pathways.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Sunak becomes prostate cancer charity ambassador

Rishi Sunak is now an ambassador for prostate cancer charity aiming for a national screening program to improve early detection.
Public health
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Prostate cancer screening pilot programme to be rolled out in two counties

Ireland is initiating a pilot prostate cancer screening program named PRAISE U, aiming for effective organisations in screening pathways.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Sunak becomes prostate cancer charity ambassador

Rishi Sunak is now an ambassador for prostate cancer charity aiming for a national screening program to improve early detection.
fromPsychology Today
9 months ago

Roundness: A Body Shape to Be Feared?

The Body Mass Index has long plagued public perception of health, emphasizing weight over health outcomes. New tools like BRI aim to shift the focus from weight alone.
Wellness
fromtime.com
10 months ago

What to Expect at a Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy remains the gold standard for detecting colon cancer, making it essential for everyone to consider scheduling this potentially life-saving procedure, particularly starting at age 45.
Health
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