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Sara Lindqvist

Sara Lindqvist edits Health for Global Pulse, summarizing medicine and public-health developments carefully and without hype.

New Plan to Save Lives From Heart Disease, Strokes

New Plan to Save Lives From Heart Disease, Strokes

A new national framework has been introduced to shift the NHS toward preventative care for heart disease and strokes. The initiative focuses on early diagnosis and tackling linked risks like diabetes and kidney disease.

Health ·8 Jul 2026, 11:02 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
The next pandemic is not a matter of if, but when,' Oxford professor says

The next pandemic is not a matter of if, but when,' Oxford professor says

While vaccine technology has advanced rapidly, global health experts warn that political complacency and infrastructure gaps leave the world vulnerable to a future pandemic.

Health ·8 Jul 2026, 08:01 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
Ebola continues to spread in DRC, death toll passes 500: WHO

Ebola continues to spread in DRC, death toll passes 500: WHO

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is battling a deadly Ebola outbreak with over 500 deaths and rising cases across three provinces.

Health ·7 Jul 2026, 22:01 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
Ebola outbreak in Congo still spreading, WHO says

Ebola outbreak in Congo still spreading, WHO says

The Democratic Republic of Congo faces a growing Ebola crisis driven by a rare strain with no approved vaccine, complicated by conflict and community resistance.

Health ·7 Jul 2026, 20:01 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
NYC investigates Legionnaires' disease cluster on Upper East Side

NYC investigates Legionnaires' disease cluster on Upper East Side

New York City is testing cooling towers in Yorkville and Carnegie Hill following a cluster of 23 Legionnaires' disease cases. Health officials confirm tap water remains safe for residential use.

Health ·7 Jul 2026, 19:03 ·Sara Lindqvist 2 min read
Infrared imaging system improves at-home skin hydration monitoring

Infrared imaging system improves at-home skin hydration monitoring

A new noninvasive imaging system uses a digital biomarker and temperature-aware algorithms to provide objective skin hydration tracking for eczema patients.

Health ·7 Jul 2026, 18:04 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
There's no treatment designed for the Ebola strain ravaging DRC. But now there's hope

There's no treatment designed for the Ebola strain ravaging DRC. But now there's hope

With no licensed vaccines for the rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, researchers are testing repurposed antiviral drugs and monoclonal antibodies in the DRC.

Health ·7 Jul 2026, 17:03 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
Europe reports 1.15 million fertility treatment cycles in 2023

Europe reports 1.15 million fertility treatment cycles in 2023

New data from the EIM Consortium reveals over 1.15 million ART cycles in Europe, highlighting a growing reliance on embryo cryopreservation and improved patient safety.

Health ·7 Jul 2026, 07:02 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
Bryan Johnson reveals incurable autoimmune gastritis diagnosis

Bryan Johnson reveals incurable autoimmune gastritis diagnosis

Tech entrepreneur Bryan Johnson has announced he is battling autoimmune gastritis, a chronic condition where the immune system attacks the stomach lining.

Health ·7 Jul 2026, 02:02 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
Anti-inflammatory diets lower dementia risk for high-risk older adults

Anti-inflammatory diets lower dementia risk for high-risk older adults

Anti-inflammatory diets lower dementia risk for high-risk older adults

Health ·6 Jul 2026, 20:08 ·Sara Lindqvist 2 min read
Jolted by Ebola, Countries Try Again to Finish Pandemic Treaty

Jolted by Ebola, Countries Try Again to Finish Pandemic Treaty

World Health Organization members are meeting in Geneva to resolve disputes over the PABS system as new health crises heighten the urgency for a treaty.

Health ·6 Jul 2026, 15:01 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
Fast walkers in their 80s cut their risk of cognitive decline by half, study finds

Fast walkers in their 80s cut their risk of cognitive decline by half, study finds

A study in Neurology reveals that adults in their 80s with an exceptionally fast walking pace are significantly more likely to remain mentally sharp.

Health ·6 Jul 2026, 13:01 ·Sara Lindqvist 4 min read
Sri Lanka dengue cases rise to 61,060 as Western Province hospitals face pressure

Sri Lanka dengue cases rise to 61,060 as Western Province hospitals face pressure

A severe dengue outbreak has pushed Sri Lanka's case count to 61,060, placing immense strain on healthcare facilities, particularly in the Western Province.

Health ·6 Jul 2026, 12:02 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
Bryan Johnson diagnosed incurable disease

Bryan Johnson diagnosed incurable disease

Millionaire biohacker Bryan Johnson has revealed a diagnosis of Autoimmune Gastritis, a condition where the immune system attacks the stomach lining.

Health ·6 Jul 2026, 08:05 ·Sara Lindqvist 2 min read
Residents in Congo cling to hope as Ebola treatment trial begins

Residents in Congo cling to hope as Ebola treatment trial begins

Researchers have launched a study in eastern Congo to determine if remdesivir, MBP134, or a combination of both can increase survival rates for those infected with the Bundibugyo virus.

Health ·6 Jul 2026, 06:01 ·Sara Lindqvist 4 min read
Biohacker Bryan Johnson reveals he has incurable disease: ‘My stomach is eating itself’

Biohacker Bryan Johnson reveals he has incurable disease: ‘My stomach is eating itself’

Bryan Johnson has disclosed his diagnosis of autoimmune gastritis, a condition where the immune system attacks his stomach lining. He is seeking experimental interventions to address the underlying disorder.

Health ·5 Jul 2026, 23:00 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
Aspiring fathers urged to undergo fertility health screenings before conception

Aspiring fathers urged to undergo fertility health screenings before conception

Medical professionals advise men to pursue fertility evaluations and adopt healthy habits before conception to support both their and their partner's health. By addressing lifestyle factors early, prospective fathers can positively influence sperm quality and pregnancy outcomes.

Health ·5 Jul 2026, 18:04 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
Congo launches experimental Ebola treatment trials in Bunia to fight virus

Congo launches experimental Ebola treatment trials in Bunia to fight virus

Medical teams in eastern Congo are testing experimental treatments for an Ebola outbreak that has caused 438 deaths in the Ituri province.

Health ·5 Jul 2026, 15:01 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
Gastroenterologists identify six research-backed gut health supplements

Gastroenterologists identify six research-backed gut health supplements

Experts highlight six targeted supplements that can bridge nutritional gaps and support digestive health when paired with a balanced lifestyle.

Health ·5 Jul 2026, 14:06 ·Sara Lindqvist 3 min read
New South Wales becomes third Australian state to confirm H5N1 bird flu

New South Wales becomes third Australian state to confirm H5N1 bird flu

Authorities have detected H5N1 avian influenza in a giant petrel near Hawks Nest, making New South Wales the third state to report the virus. Officials confirm the discovery has not impacted the supply of chicken meat or eggs.

Health ·5 Jul 2026, 13:01 ·Sara Lindqvist 2 min read