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A major produce lobby group asked U.S. health officials to change how they communicate about a parasite outbreak that’s sickened thousands, citing battered consumer confidence and sagging sales of fruit and vegetables.
A collaborative study led by researchers in Arizona found that a new blood test improves early detection of Alzheimer's disease.
Many patients with early-stage breast cancer do not consistently maintain the long-term hormone therapy prescribed after lumpectomy, a large U.S. insurance claims analysis indicates. The findings provide real-world context for treatment approaches that consider omitting radiation therapy, which typically rely on the expectation that patients will continue taking medication for at least five years.
A newborn can look perfectly healthy, pass a hearing test and still carry an infection that may affect hearing or development later in childhood. That is the challenge posed by congenital cytomegalovirus, or cCMV, one of the most common infections passed from a mother to a baby during pregnancy. Most babies born with the virus show no obvious signs at birth, making it difficult to know which children may need closer monitoring.
Along with knowing more about Alzheimer’s disease, public education needs to openly address the option of not having to live with it in the late stages.
Michael Armand Soucy, age 77, of Bristol, RI, passed away surrounded by his family on September 21, 2026, after a hard-fought battle against Glioblastoma Brain Cancer and Alzheimers disease. Mike grew up in Lynn MA, and was drafted into the Army in 1969. He was honorably discharged in 1971 and returned to Lynn to meet the love of his life, Sandra. He moved his family to Danvers MA in 1989 where he and Sandy raised their two children until retirement. They relocated to Bristol RI in 2018 and thoroughly enjoyed retirement. After his time as a Drill Instructor for the Army, he spent many years as a self-employed electrician and general do-it-all. He spent the rest of his career at OSRAM Sylvania, working a majority of the time in an electrical laboratory in the Beverly MA plant. Along with being a licensed electrician, Mike graduated from North Shore Community College with an associates degree in engineering technology while raising his young family. Mike was a man always on the go and enjoyed many things. When his children were younger, he coached every team he could. He dedicated a lot of time volunteering with the Danvers Youth Soccer program, taking on any role needed. He had a passion for photography that included his children's high school sports; hiding in the bushes during a golf match for the perfect shot, or getting special privileges to roam the soccer field for action shots. Later, he transitioned to "fishing" in his kayak, often with just his camera. He loved woodworking and being creative in general. He built a boat, artistic wooden pictures, kids toys, and brought any home improvement idea him and Sandy had to live in his workshop. He loved boating, whether it was fishing, sailing, or just cruising out on the water. In retirement his passions included digging quahogs, riding his bike, learning to golf, making jewelry from seashells and glass, and celebrating happy hour, but most importantly, being surrounded by family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sandy, his two favorite children Kate Tartamella and Kurt Soucy, both of their spouses, and the three best granddaughters a Papa could ask for. He is also survived by his extended family and incredible friends that have become family. A remembrance of his life will be held at Sansone Funeral Home at 192 Wood St, Bristol RI on October 3, 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family is asking for donations to the Brown University Health giving portal. Donations can be made electronically to the Rhode Island Hospital web page https://giving.brownhealth.org/RIH/Support-RIH. There is a drop-down menu for "Neuro-Oncology Research: A ride to remember." In the comment field, please add, "In memory of Mike Soucy." Checks can be sent to "Neuro-Oncology Research: A Reason to Ride Research Fund, mailing address; 10 Davol Square, Suite 201, Providence, RI 02903. The family deeply appreciates your kind thoughts and prayers during this time. www.sansonefuneralhome.com.
On September 17, the FDA classified an ongoing voluntary recall of chlorthalidone tablets, which are used to treat high blood pressure, as a Class II recall.
Bihar CSI urges early heart disease symptom recognition ahead of World Heart Day Sept 29; Patna run planned; doctors stress timely care to save lives.
Doctors stress early action on heart risks The Times of India World Heart Day 2026, Theme, Date, CVDs, Indian Initiatives Vajiram & Ravi Heart tests should start in your 20s, says Dr. Naresh Trehan ahead of World Heart Day: Why waiting for symptoms may be a mistake The Times of India Webinar on developments in diagnosis, treatment of heart disease to be organised The Hindu Heart disease striking Indians decades early: Doctors flag diet, stress, pollution and genetics Firstpost
Bhubaneswar, 27th September 2026: Stakeholders from the scientific community, healthcare domain and pharmaceutical industry gathered for a National Expert Deliberation titled “Advancing Bharat’s Indigenous TB Vaccine” to lay down the future roadmap for KochVac. The promising indigenous tuberculosis vaccine candidate is the product of an interdisciplinary partnership between IIT Bhubaneswar, the Institute of Life Sciences […]
Many patients with early-stage breast cancer do not consistently maintain the long-term hormone therapy prescribed after lumpectomy, a large U.S. insurance claims analysis indicates. The findings provide real-world context for treatment approaches that consider omitting radiation therapy, which typically rely on the expectation that patients will continue taking medication for at least five years.
A newborn can look perfectly healthy, pass a hearing test and still carry an infection that may affect hearing or development later in childhood. That is the challenge posed by congenital cytomegalovirus, or cCMV, one of the most common infections passed from a mother to a baby during pregnancy. Most babies born with the virus show no obvious signs at birth, making it difficult to know which children may need closer monitoring.
Michael Armand Soucy, age 77, of Bristol, RI, passed away surrounded by his family on September 21, 2026, after a hard-fought battle against Glioblastoma Brain Cancer and Alzheimers disease. Mike grew up in Lynn MA, and was drafted into the Army in 1969. He was honorably discharged in 1971 and returned to Lynn to meet the love of his life, Sandra. He moved his family to Danvers MA in 1989 where he and Sandy raised their two children until retirement. They relocated to Bristol RI in 2018 and thoroughly enjoyed retirement. After his time as a Drill Instructor for the Army, he spent many years as a self-employed electrician and general do-it-all. He spent the rest of his career at OSRAM Sylvania, working a majority of the time in an electrical laboratory in the Beverly MA plant. Along with being a licensed electrician, Mike graduated from North Shore Community College with an associates degree in engineering technology while raising his young family. Mike was a man always on the go and enjoyed many things. When his children were younger, he coached every team he could. He dedicated a lot of time volunteering with the Danvers Youth Soccer program, taking on any role needed. He had a passion for photography that included his children's high school sports; hiding in the bushes during a golf match for the perfect shot, or getting special privileges to roam the soccer field for action shots. Later, he transitioned to "fishing" in his kayak, often with just his camera. He loved woodworking and being creative in general. He built a boat, artistic wooden pictures, kids toys, and brought any home improvement idea him and Sandy had to live in his workshop. He loved boating, whether it was fishing, sailing, or just cruising out on the water. In retirement his passions included digging quahogs, riding his bike, learning to golf, making jewelry from seashells and glass, and celebrating happy hour, but most importantly, being surrounded by family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sandy, his two favorite children Kate Tartamella and Kurt Soucy, both of their spouses, and the three best granddaughters a Papa could ask for. He is also survived by his extended family and incredible friends that have become family. A remembrance of his life will be held at Sansone Funeral Home at 192 Wood St, Bristol RI on October 3, 2026, from 12 to 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family is asking for donations to the Brown University Health giving portal. Donations can be made electronically to the Rhode Island Hospital web page https://giving.brownhealth.org/RIH/Support-RIH. There is a drop-down menu for "Neuro-Oncology Research: A ride to remember." In the comment field, please add, "In memory of Mike Soucy." Checks can be sent to "Neuro-Oncology Research: A Reason to Ride Research Fund, mailing address; 10 Davol Square, Suite 201, Providence, RI 02903. The family deeply appreciates your kind thoughts and prayers during this time. www.sansonefuneralhome.com.
Doctors stress early action on heart risks The Times of India World Heart Day 2026, Theme, Date, CVDs, Indian Initiatives Vajiram & Ravi Heart tests should start in your 20s, says Dr. Naresh Trehan ahead of World Heart Day: Why waiting for symptoms may be a mistake The Times of India Webinar on developments in diagnosis, treatment of heart disease to be organised The Hindu Heart disease striking Indians decades early: Doctors flag diet, stress, pollution and genetics Firstpost
Bhubaneswar, 27th September 2026: Stakeholders from the scientific community, healthcare domain and pharmaceutical industry gathered for a National Expert Deliberation titled “Advancing Bharat’s Indigenous TB Vaccine” to lay down the future roadmap for KochVac. The promising indigenous tuberculosis vaccine candidate is the product of an interdisciplinary partnership between IIT Bhubaneswar, the Institute of Life Sciences […]