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Parkinson’s disease: Common cough syrup revealed to slow down cognitive decline and dementia
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive and complex neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement. It is narked not only by motor symptoms – such as tremors, stiffness, and bradykinesia – but also by cognitive decline. PD is also...

Despite the wet weather, Showse Park concept begins to take shape
April showers may have brought May flowers, but May showers put a stop to much of the transformative work going on at Showse Park. But now, coming to Showse is truly a trip through the park as fitness stations and playground equipment have been...
How shirtless Nicole Kidman stole the show at Paris Fashion Week
Nicole Kidman has turned heads as she stepped out in a shirtless style at the Balenciaga show during Paris Fashion Week. The 58-year-old Australian A-lister rocked a sultry all-black ensemble ahead of the Balenciaga Haute Couture Fall/Winter...

Amanda Balionis gets “back” to 10K‑step streak in weighted vest with goofy post
Amanda Balionis, known for her love of fitness, often gives her 355k Instagram followers a glimpse into her workout routines and healthy lifestyle. On July 8, the CBS reporter shared a lighthearted moment from her outdoor walk while wearing a...

Telltale sign of aging Nicole Kidman can't hide as she shows off her line-free face at Balenciaga show
By MARY MRAD FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA Published: 19:27 EDT, 9 July 2025 | Updated: 23:34 EDT, 9 July 2025 Nicole Kidman looked nowhere near her age as she attended Paris Fashion Week on Wednesday. The Australian actress, 58, showed off her...

Daughters of the West returns
Daughters of the West is back in 2025 to help women in Maribyrnong improve their health, fitness and wellbeing, while having fun and making friends at the same time. Modelled on the Sons of the West program aimed at improving the health, fitness...

Doctors Say We’ve Been Misled About Weight and Health
Focusing solely on achieving weight loss for people with a high body mass index (BMI) may do more harm than good, argue experts in The BMJ. Dr Juan Franco and colleagues say, on average, people with high weight will not be able to sustain a...

Why Summer Colds Should Be Illegal
There oughta be a law against summer colds. I mean it. Call Congress, start a petition — because being sick in the summer is a crime against nature, decency, and all things good and grilled. In the winter, getting sick at least makes sense. You’re...

Anwar extends 100th birthday wishes to Tun Dr Mahathir
PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended warm birthday wishes to former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad on his 100th birthday. In a heartfelt message, Anwar, alongside his wife Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail,...

The Relationship of Insulin Resistance and Systemic Inflammation with Cardiovascular Outcomes in Non-Diabetic Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
Introduction Coronary artery disease (CAD) remained the primary cause of mortality and posed a growing public health challenge globally.1,2 Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) served as the cornerstone of CAD management and was preferred for...

Bondi and Hegseth might be messing up — but they’re doing what Trump picked them to do
CNN — When President Donald Trump searched for his top Cabinet secretaries, a flair for running a smooth governing machine was nowhere on the job description. So rising frustration among White House aides about chaos coming from the offices of...

Genealogical Society hosts program on the old remedies
The Jackson County Genealogical Society meet at 6 p.m. today (Thursday) in the Community Room of the Jackson County Public Library. The program “From Roots to Remedies” will be presented by wildcrafter/forager, Ila Hatter. Hatter has been called...

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader's Reece Weaver 'Still' Struggles With Body Image
Reece Weaver has been a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader since 2023, and despite fitting into the iconic uniform year after year she has body image struggles like anyone else. The America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders star revealed that her...

Anwar wishes Mahathir happy birthday 2 h ago ⋅ 13
Former disciple turned nemesis Anwar Ibrahim today wished Dr Mahathir Mohamad a happy 100th birthday. In a social media post, the prime minister said he and his wife Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail prayed for Mahathir to be blessed with health, peace,...

Heartburn or something more serious? When to get chest pains checked out
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Meet the former Flyers dentist who celebrated his 100th birthday
A special birthday party was held in Bala Cynwyd on Monday for a former Philadelphia dentist, who turned 100 years old. He's full of fun memories, including how he got a Stanley Cup right from the Flyers. Doctors said living to 100 depends on good...
PM Anwar Sends Greetings To Dr M On His 100th Birthday
KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended well-wishes to former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad on the occasion of his 100th birthday. In a Facebook post today, Anwar also described Dr...
Trinidad and Tobago Claims Top Priz...
“This event reminds us that health is not just a personal responsibility, but a regional priority. With non-communicable diseases placing enormous strain on our families, our economies, and our healthcare system, we must embrace a culture of...

AUSactive welcomes Ekaterina Osipova as new Board Director
AUSactive has appointed Ekaterina (Katya) Osipova to its Board of Directors, following the retirement of long-serving Board Member and former Chair, Jayne Blake. Osipova brings over 30 years of experience in professional services, having held...
Why Experts Caution Against Working Out Before Bed
Daily exercise is part of a healthy lifestyle. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), adults should log at least 150 minutes of physical activity per week—that’s about 20 to 30 minutes a day. And if you haven’t gotten...