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Woman gives birth at 54 using embryo frozen 22 years ago after son's death in Greece

Woman gives birth at 54 using embryo frozen 22 years ago after son's death in Greece

A 54-year-old Greek woman gave birth to a healthy baby girl in Athens using an embryo frozen for more than 22 years. Her embryo was cryopreserved in March 2004 and transferred in December 2025. The couple pursued another child after their 21-year-old son died in a road accident. Greece permits IVF procedures for women only up to age 54.

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Facebook 2:19 PM • 12 Sept 2026
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New disease that causes night blindness and peripheral vision loss discovered

New disease that causes night blindness and peripheral vision loss discovered

Scientists have identified a previously unrecognised inherited retinal disease that can cause night blindness and progressive loss of peripheral vision while initially sparing central vision. Described in JAMA Ophthalmology journal, it's caused by a variant in EFEMP1 gene. The disease hasn't been formally named, however, researchers are calling it EFEMP1-associated late-onset retinal degeneration.

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Penn Medicine 12:26 PM • 12 Sept 2026
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I Lost 26 Kgs — Zylo AI Calorie Tracker Made It Possible, it's the best calorie Tracker I have used

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Lung cancer signs youngsters should watch for

Lung cancer signs youngsters should watch for

Being young, fit and a non-smoker does not make you immune to lung cancer. Persistent cough, breathlessness, chest pain, wheezing, hoarseness, fatigue, coughing up blood or unexplained weight loss should not be ignored. Early medical evaluation is important, especially for people exposed to air pollution, second-hand smoke or workplace chemicals.

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Times Now 4:24 AM • 12 Sept 2026
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Drinking very hot drinks could triple cancer risk: Study

Drinking very hot drinks could triple cancer risk: Study

A study of nearly a million people has found that drinking very hot coffee/tea may increase risk of oesophageal cancer. Those who drank beverages scalding hot had nearly three times the risk compared to those who drank them warm, according to study published in peer-reviewed International Journal of Cancer. Esophagus is muscular tube that passes food/drink from mouth to stomach.

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IJC 2:34 PM • 11 Sept 2026
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Boy develops toasted skin syndrome after resting laptop on his lap

Boy develops toasted skin syndrome after resting laptop on his lap

A boy developed "toasted skin syndrome" (erythema ab igne) after resting a laptop on his stomach for eight hours daily. The condition causes a net-like, peeling rash from repeated moderate heat exposure. While mild cases improve by removing the heat source, chronic exposure poses rare cancer risks. Experts advise using laptops on hard surfaces to prevent skin injury.

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BreezyScroll 12:48 PM • 11 Sept 2026
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What you need to know before planning 2nd pregnancy after 35?

What you need to know before planning 2nd pregnancy after 35?

Dr Smiti Jain explains that women planning a second pregnancy after 35 should consider pre-pregnancy health checks, healthy lifestyle changes and regular antenatal care. Age can increase risks such as gestational diabetes, high blood pressure and chromosomal abnormalities. Early medical guidance can help manage these risks and support a healthier pregnancy.

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Medical Dialogues 12:09 PM • 11 Sept 2026
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From Tracking to Transformation, My Journey with Zylo AI Calorie Counter

I used to struggle with tracking my meals and staying consistent. Then I found Zylo AI, it made calorie tracking effortless. Just a quick photo, and I knew exactly what I was eating. I have Lost over 12 Pounds (Kgs) in 30 days.
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KGMU study finds drug resistant TB in skin TB patients

KGMU study finds drug resistant TB in skin TB patients

A KGMU study of 54 skin TB patients found drug-resistant TB in seven cases. Researchers noted that skin TB can be difficult to diagnose and may be mistaken for other skin conditions. Experts stressed the need for tests such as CBNAAT, culture and drug susceptibility testing for early detection and proper treatment of drug-resistant TB.

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Medical Dialogues 12:05 PM • 11 Sept 2026
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Afghan man eats normally after 35 years

Afghan man eats normally after 35 years

A 36-year-old Afghan man, Ahmed Khan, who had been unable to open his mouth properly for 35 years due to severe TMJ ankylosis, underwent nearly six-hour surgery at CK Birla Hospitals, CMRI. Dr Sujoy Mukherjee and his team removed the fused bone and restored his mouth opening to 35 mm, helping him eat regular meals again.

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Medical Dialogues 12:01 PM • 11 Sept 2026
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200+ seniors attend preventive health camp in Delhi

200+ seniors attend preventive health camp in Delhi

More than 200 senior citizens attended a free preventive health camp in Delhi's Wazirpur, organised by the Illness to Wellness Foundation and Varishth Nagrik Kesari Club. The camp offered screenings for oral health, vision, hearing, mobility and nutrition, promoting early detection, regular check-ups and healthier ageing.

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Medical Dialogues 11:59 AM • 11 Sept 2026
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FSSAI proposes red labels for foods high in sugar, salt and fat

FSSAI proposes red labels for foods high in sugar, salt and fat

FSSAI has proposed red front-of-pack warnings for packaged foods high in sugar, salt and fat. Public health experts said simpler labels could help consumers who struggle to interpret serving sizes and nutrition tables. However, they questioned a provision that may require products to exceed limits for two nutrients before carrying a warning, rather than just one.

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The Core 8:31 AM • 11 Sept 2026
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