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The Spanish woman who lived to 117: Scientists may have discovered the secret of longevity

Maria Branyas, the oldest woman in the world, had unique genetic markers, good gut health, and a balanced lifestyle that seem to have slowed down the aging process

Outrage in UK: NHS defends marriages between first cousins despite genetic disorder risks

Fierce reactions to NHS woke guidelines highlighting “benefits” of the practice, while politicians & experts call for a ban due to health risks & women’s oppression

EODY: Eight new West Nile virus cases – Two deaths in the last week

Cases of West Nile virus infection have been recorded and investigated in 37 municipalities in the country - 83 total cases in 2025

Coronavirus and flu “awaken” cancer cells – What a new study by Greek doctors reveals

In a sample of 4,800 patients, it was found that those who tested positive for COVID-19 in 2020 had nearly double the risk of dying from cancer compared to those who tested negative

Filopoulos to Proto Thema: Cancer on the rise in younger age groups – Patients should not be afraid and must trust official medicine

The president of the Hellenic Cancer Society speaks on Direct – Risk factors, practical advice, and why teamwork among doctors matters. “It’s wrong to consult ten doctors, but a second opinion is essential”

Which doctors will boost medical appointments through finddoctors.gov.gr this month

Health Ministry's digital appointment system expands to include about 11,000 hospital doctors - What are the most sought-after medical specialties

What is sarcopenia and how to treat it

With the right approach, muscle growth and maintenance is possible and can significantly improve our quality of life

How science is winning the war against cancer step by step

Cancer is not one disease but a whole class of diseases, and progress is not so much due to major discoveries but to thousands of smaller advances in prevention, surgery and drugs

Toxic fungus linked to the “curse of the pharaohs” is turned into an anti-leukaemia drug

Researchers have turned the deadly fungus Aspergillus flavus into a powerful cancer-fighting compound and pave the way for the discovery of more fungal drugs

“Saint Savas” was certified by the Organization of European Oncology Institutes

"It paves the way for further international collaborations, participation in European research networks and, most importantly, offers patients access to high quality services," the Health Minister said

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