AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWomen’s Health: GP Dr Amir Khan says heavy or irregular periods, persistent acne and fatigue shouldn’t be brushed off; they can warrant medical assessment for conditions including PCOS, thyroid problems or fibroids. Ebola Monitoring: Kenya says 108 contacts of its first imported case are quarantined and symptom-free, with surveillance and contact tracing continuing. Seasonal Mental Health: Experts warn that shorter days can trigger seasonal affective disorder, which affects an estimated 1.7 million people in the UK; symptoms can include low mood, fatigue and loss of interest. Brain Health: A long-running study linked nitrates from tap water and animal products with higher dementia rates, while vegetable sources were associated with lower rates. The findings are observational and don’t prove cause and effect. Prevention: Health experts urge regular cholesterol checks because high levels can go unnoticed while raising heart attack and stroke risk. In South Africa, diabetes was the leading recorded cause of death in 2023, renewing calls for healthier diets, physical activity and early detection.
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