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Fred Hollows built something remarkable but its future is under threat

Sixty years after Fred Hollows ventured into the outback to save the sight of thousands, a devoted team of specialists fears the life-changing work he started might not survive if governments cannot see past a funding blind spot.

Fred Hollows built something remarkable but its future is under threat

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GLP-1 Drugs Like Zepbound Effectively Treat Sleep Apnea Alongside CPAP

A new review found that GLP-1s offer significant improvements in obstructive sleep apnea associated with obesity. vitapix/E+/Getty Images New research has found that GLP-1 drugs may improve obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) related to obesity. The effects of tirzepatide (Zepound), which is FDA approved for OSA, were especially notable.

Fewer births, bigger questions for Tamil Nadu

While the decline in births reflects a broader demographic transition, with implications for the workforce and ageing population, experts say greater attention must be paid to education, childcare, social security, elderly care and standard of living

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