Listeria, a sneaky bacteria, has been causing trouble in Australia over the past decade. It's a big deal because it can make people very sick, especially those who are already vulnerable. From 2012 to 2022, there were 12 outbreaks of listeria, affecting 94 people and sadly, leading to 20 deaths. Tha
Life after retirement can be a fresh start. For one woman, it was a chance to find love. She had spent her career in marketing, traveling the world. But her personal life was different. She had dated, but never found the right person to share her life with. Friends often wondered why she wasn't marr
Light sensitivity might seem like a minor issue, but for many older adults, it's a real struggle. A recent study looked into how this sensitivity affects sleep and overall health. The study involved over 400 adults, mostly women, with an average age of 68. Those with known eye conditions were left o
Liver disease is becoming a bigger problem in the US, especially among younger people. One major concern is MASLD, a metabolic-related liver condition. Many deaths from this condition could be prevented. So, why aren't they? Experts are now looking at where people live to find answers. The environm
Liverpool's new left-back, Milos Kerkez, has been under fire after a shaky performance against Manchester United. The Hungarian player, who joined the Reds from Bournemouth this summer, has started every Premier League game so far. However, his recent display has raised eyebrows, with critics saying
Life can throw curveballs, and sometimes those curveballs lead to unexpected adventures. For one family, turning 40 sparked a big change. They swapped city life for a rural town, and guess what? They haven't looked back since. The big city had been their home for 18 years. Great schools, awesome re
Liver problems can make blood clotting tricky. Doctors often give blood products to patients before putting in a special tube for treatment. But is this always needed? A new study looked at two groups of patients. One group had a special blood test called ROTEM before getting the tube. The other gr
Liver cancer is a tough opponent. It's the third most deadly cancer worldwide, and beating it is no easy task. Even when doctors remove the cancerous bits, it often comes back. But there's a glimmer of hope. Scientists are cooking up new ways to catch and tackle it early. One of the big hurdles is
Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), is a type of fat in the blood that can increase the risk of heart disease. Unlike other lipids, Lp(a) is mostly determined by genes. Many believe it stays the same in a person over time. However, a recent study looked at over 230, 000 adults to see if Lp(a) levels can chang
Living with others can be tough when you're trying to stay healthy. It's easy to feel like your habits get lost in the mix. Maybe you want to eat better, but someone else always has junk food around. Or perhaps you need quiet time, but others are always making noise. The good news is, you can still
