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Going a long way to help boost the fight against ovarian cancer
A bunch of chums have completed a charity walk for a “deeply personal fundraising challenge” – enduring gruelling conditions in the process. The group finished trekking around the 200 mile (322km)…
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New “tool” aims to “transform” care experience for cancer survivors
A “groundbreaking” digital tool designed to empower individuals living with and beyond cancer has been unveiled. The “Cancer Survivor Smart Card”, developed by…
Rising antidepressant use among Belgian youth
Belgium (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Antidepressant use among Belgian youth has surged, increasing by 60% from 2013 to 2022, particularly…
Bluetongue Virus Outbreak Spreads Across Belgium
Belgium (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): The bluetongue virus has spread across Belgium, affecting thousands of livestock. Reports indicate the outbreak…
Vaccination Campaign Aims to Protect Vulnerable Populations
Belgium (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): The campaign encourages vaccination for vulnerable groups, including those over 65 and healthcare workers, to…
Belgian Company Develops Innovative Neurostimulation for Epilepsy
Belgium (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A new neurostimulation treatment for epilepsy, using Synergia Medical's NAO. VS system shows promise in…
Belgium’s Troubling Care Crisis for French Disabled
Belgium (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Since 2015, a French Court report highlights severe mistreatment in over 60 Belgian facilities for…
Rising Use of Sleep Aids Among Young People
Belgium (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Over 16% of young people in Belgium use sleep aids, with stress as a factor.…
Rise in anxiety and depression rates in Belgium
Belgium (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): A recent survey indicates increased anxiety (19% and depression (17%) rates. To handle this, Mental…