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Statins and dementia risk in diabetes

Statins and dementia risk in diabetes

by Andrew Gregory | The Guardian | 30 August 2026 | Sep 3, 2026 | August 2026, Recent News

New research on statins and dementia links earlier treatment to a 15% lower dementia risk in people with type 2 diabetes.

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Young adult mental health claims rise 80%

Young adult mental health claims rise 80%

by Lynette Dicey | 29 August 2026 | Aug 29, 2026 | August 2026, Recent News

Young adult mental health claims have risen 80% in a decade, Discovery Health data shows, as earlier care-seeking reshapes demand.

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Dis-Chem succession enters a new phase

Dis-Chem succession enters a new phase

by Ann Crotty | Financial Mail | 27 August 2026 | Aug 28, 2026 | August 2026, Recent News

The Dis-Chem succession is pivotal as founder Ivan Saltzman resigns from formal roles. Learn about the changes happening now.

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Ectopic pregnancy deaths expose care gaps

Ectopic pregnancy deaths expose care gaps

by healthmatters | Aug 28, 2026 | August 2026, Recent News

Ectopic pregnancy deaths remain preventable in South Africa as delayed diagnosis and treatment expose gaps in district care.

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Childhood immunisation coverage falls sharply in South Africa

Childhood immunisation coverage falls sharply in South Africa

by TimesLIVE | 27 August 2026 | Aug 27, 2026 | August 2026, Recent News

Childhood immunisation coverage is falling sharply in SA as measles and other diseases spread. See why health officials are concerned.

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Rasonque pancreatic cancer drug wins FDA approval

Rasonque pancreatic cancer drug wins FDA approval

by Padmanabhan Ananthan & Christy Santhosh | Reuters | 26 August 2026 | Aug 27, 2026 | August 2026, Recent News

Rasonque, a pancreatic cancer treatment from Revolution Medicines, offers a new option for advanced patients. Discover its benefits.

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