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American doctors are working inside Gaza, providing medical care amid the territory's ongoing humanitarian and health crisis. Reports highlight the role of US medical volunteers treating wounded patients in hospitals that are short on supplies and staff. The presence of American physicians has drawn attention to the scale of medical need in the enclave and the conditions under which local and foreign health workers operate.

A documentary about an American doctor's experience in Gaza is drawing audiences in cinemas, an uncommon commercial success for a film on this subject. Posts highlighting the run tag it with Palestine, ceasefire and FreePalestine hashtags, framing the box-office turnout as a sign of continuing public interest in the war and in first-hand accounts from medical workers there.

A viewpoint published by Chief Healthcare Executive argues that artificial intelligence is already transforming medical practice, and that medical education needs to change accordingly. The piece calls on educators to rethink how future doctors are trained so they can work alongside AI tools. It adds to a growing debate among healthcare leaders about whether curricula are keeping pace with rapid technological change in clinical settings.

Thousands of doctors in Victoria, Australia are set to strike on Thursday amid an ongoing pay dispute with the state government. The doctors say they are protesting deteriorating working conditions that have led to burnout across the profession. The walkout marks an escalation in the long-running industrial dispute over pay and staffing in Victoria's public health system.

A blood pressure medication has been recalled because the tablets may not dissolve properly, raising concerns that patients may not receive the full intended dose. Regulators and the manufacturer are urging affected patients to keep taking their medicine but consult a doctor or pharmacist about alternatives. No details on the drug name or affected batches were given in the initial reports.

Actress Marjorie Estiano has made a rare public comment about the beginning of her relationship with a doctor, remarks highlighted by CNN Brasil. The actress, known for keeping her private life out of the spotlight, offered a brief glimpse into how the romance started, drawing attention from fans in Brazil.

New research suggests donor hearts may take on the biological age of their recipients after transplantation, rather than retaining the age of the original donor. Reported by Scientific American, the finding could reshape how doctors think about organ aging, rejection risk and long-term outcomes for transplant patients.

Patients are increasingly consulting the internet for health information before contacting doctors or medical services, according to a report from Chronicle Online. The trend suggests people are using online searches as a first step to assess symptoms and decide whether professional care is needed. Commentators note this raises questions about the reliability of online health advice and how medical services should respond to better-informed, or misinformed, patients.

Italian politician Alessandro Di Battista, speaking on La7, revealed he fell ill due to an edema caused by a tumor that doctors had identified. He said he will now begin treatment but added that he rejects what he called the 'warrior' rhetoric often used around illness. His comments have prompted widespread interest and reactions in Italy.

British actor Lenny Rush, known for his Bafta-winning turn in 'Am I Being Unreasonable?' and 'Doctor Who', is drawing attention for playing Reese Nesmith in season 6 of the Apple TV+ spy drama 'Slow Horses'. Viewers searching for the cast are curious about the young star's role alongside Gary Oldman's Slough House team as the new season rolls out.

Russian football is discussing Esequiel Barco's absence amid his reported illness, with commentator Nobel Arustamyan Genich of Match TV challenging those who doubted it. He argued that no evidence could realistically satisfy skeptics, asking whether people expected a photo of the Spartak-linked Argentine lying under an IV drip or at a doctor's appointment.

A new report finds that more than one in five older Americans take combinations of medications that could cause major drug interactions, with antidepressants topping the list of drugs involved. The findings raise concerns about polypharmacy among seniors, many of whom take multiple prescriptions for chronic conditions, and highlight the need for better medication review by doctors and pharmacists.

A recall of chlorthalidone, a widely prescribed blood pressure medication, is drawing attention after reports linked it to FDA dissolution testing failures. Dissolution testing checks whether a pill dissolves properly in the body, so failing tablets may not deliver the intended dose. Patients are advised not to stop taking their medication suddenly and to consult a pharmacist or doctor about alternatives.

University World News carries an argument that doctoral study should challenge students intellectually without damaging their wellbeing. The piece warns that PhD candidates often let research absorb their entire lives, and calls for healthier boundaries, realistic expectations and better support so that the degree remains demanding but not all-consuming.

Doctors, nurses and therapists employed by LifeLong Medical Care walked off the job across the East Bay, disrupting care at the community health network's clinics. The strike affects facilities serving low-income and uninsured patients in Berkeley and neighboring cities. Details on the workers' specific demands and the duration of the walkout were not immediately available.

A doctor speaking to French media has highlighted that around 12 million people are affected by high cholesterol, describing the symptoms to watch for and the steps people can take to prevent it. The advice focuses on better diet, regular check-ups and recognising that the condition often shows no warning signs.

Cancer screening is drawing attention in the United States and France, with health coverage highlighting the importance of early detection. A Colorado doctor from Penrad Imaging is stressing the value of early and regular mammograms in catching breast cancer when it is most treatable, keeping cancer awareness and screening in the public conversation.

Engineers in Japan are discussing the practicalities of pursuing a machine learning doctorate while holding down a full-time job. The conversation covers how universities and employers accommodate part-time doctoral research, the time commitment involved, and whether the career payoff justifies years of evening and weekend study alongside work.

The thirteenth episode of Ask Doctor Jason features Sandy Sklar in a conversation about mental health. The episode is drawing significant attention online, with tens of thousands of likes, suggesting the discussion is resonating with viewers interested in mental health topics.