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Australia's National Health and Medical Research Council has released draft guidelines proposing lower acceptable levels of PFAS in drinking water. The guidelines, open for public consultation until April 2025, aim to address health concerns linked to these persistent chemicals, known as 'forever chemicals.'
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The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has approved four AI tools to assist in detecting fractures in X-rays at urgent care centers in England. This initiative aims to reduce diagnostic errors and alleviate pressure on healthcare professionals amid staffing shortages. A consultation on the draft guidance will conclude on November 5, 2024.
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Bruce Willis's family discusses his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis, revealing early signs were mistaken for a stutter. Meanwhile, broadcaster Jeremy Stapleton shares his Parkinson's diagnosis, emphasizing the importance of positivity and independence in facing the disease.