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GP clinic network hit by major cyber breachPartnered Health, which operates more than 50 general practice and skin cancer clinics across Australia, has identified more than a dozen clinics where it fears patient information was taken.Topic:Cyber CrimeWed 15 Jul 2026 at 6:53pmWed 15 Jul 2026 at 6:53pmWed 15 Jul 2026 at 6:53pm Source Link

Taylor Farms on Friday said it is “voluntarily removing” iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico after it was linked to one of the largest outbreaks of cyclosporiasis in the U.S. in recent years. “While the FDA traceback is indicating a specific independent farm, which represents less than 1% of the U.S.’s iceberg lettuce supply, as the potential source of the outbreak, we have removed all iceberg lettuce from the region indefinitely,” the company said in a statement.Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain iceberg lettuce or are associated with this outbreak.On Thursday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…

While millions of fans will watch the World Cup final with their hearts in their mouths, cardiologists are issuing a warning: that tension can have consequences for some people. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Scientific evidence shows that high-intensity matches can increase the risk of heart attacks, arrhythmias and other cardiovascular events among people with heart disease or other risk factors. And it is not just a theory. One of the landmark studies, published in The New England Journal of Medicine after the 2006 World Cup in Germany, found that cardiovascular emergencies increased 2.7-fold during Germany’s matches. Two decades later, research by Bielefeld…

EVERYONE COULD USE a bit more spinal mobility in their lives. You don’t need a long, drawn out routine for this though—if you’re in a pinch, there’s just one move you can use to make your back feel great. The exercise is called the cat-cow, a simple on-the-spot back stretch done on all fours that resembles both feline and bovine movements.Once you figure out its simple subtleties, you’re on your way to a healthier spine for your next gym session or just getting through the day. The cat-cow is not a rep-based exercise, so there’s no need whatsoever to rush…

Ice Barrel has been at the forefront of making cost-friendly ice baths that are also sturdy and portable. The original Ice Barrel 400 we reviewed a while back was quite impressive, as it featured a fun design that literally looked like a barrel that you step down into. The Ice Barrel 400 has cosigns from all types of athletes out there—UFC star Michael Chandler noted how useful his Ice Barrel 400 is for him in his 2023 interview with us.The one knock on the Ice Barrel 400? Well, the design was hard to get into (you needed an actual step…

Argentina beats England, advances to FIFA World Cup finalArgentina punched its ticket to the FIFA World Cup final with a 2-1 win over England. Seth Vertelney and Meghan Hall break down the semifinal and look ahead to Spain.The Beautiful Game? Meh. Eye of the beholder, etc., etc.For the fútbol faithful, the World Cup excitement is building to a crescendo ahead of Sunday’s final between defending champion Argentina and Spain. But for the football faithful? We’ve been subjected to plenty. Training camps and NFL fantasy drafts can’t come quickly enough.Yes, admittedly, WC 2026 has had its moments, whether or not you…

THE NEW ENGLAND running brand Tracksmith has made a name for itself with its understated style geared towards performance. And the Eliot Ryder is its latest running shoe offering, this time a high-stack trainer. And to be certain, it’s much more than a supersized slab of soft foam underfoot.In a crowded category, Tracksmith manages to stand apart with a novel approach to max-cushion running shoes. Instead of wrapping the entire shoe in a towering midsole, it uses a drop-in supercritical foam insert that delivers the plush ride you’d expect while maintaining a sleeker profile from the outside. Essentially, it looks…

Ever notice how weightlifting used to feel like something reserved for athletes and bodybuilders? That perception has changed a lot—and fast. Walk into most gyms today and you’ll see just about everyone getting in on the strength training fun, including more women.The shift reflects a broader change in how most people think about weightlifting. “Strength training has become increasingly popular, particularly among women, thanks to growing awareness of its long-term health benefits and a shift away from outdated misconceptions about resistance exercise,” says Kathleen Weber, MD, a sports medicine physician at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush. The biggest misconception, of course,…

One Nation senator Malcolm Roberts claimed half of pregnant women vaccinated against COVID-19 experienced a miscarriage in contradiction of medical evidence.The Queensland senator has faced criticism this week for his past controversial comments, including about debunked conspiracy theories, as the party’s popularity placed more attention on Pauline Hanson’s parliamentary team.The ABC can reveal previously unreported remarks made by Senator Roberts about the impact of COVID-19 vaccinations on pregnant women — claims that are contradicted by extensive medical evidence — during a live stream with anti-vax mandate activists four years ago.After suggesting the general miscarriage rate “around the world” was “about…

The Irish actress and Oscar winner became an icon of ’90s cinema with her offbeat role in the Macaulay Culkin comedy “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.”Understanding the mourning and health anxiety behind celebrity deathsCelebrity deaths often trigger collective mourning, and for some, serious health anxiety. Here’s why that happens and how to take care of yourself.Brenda Fricker, the Oscar-winning actress known for her roles in “My Left Foot” and “Home Alone 2,” has died. She was 81.Fricker died on July 16 in her native Dublin following a “period of ill health,” Fricker’s agent, Philip Belfield, confirmed in a…