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How Public Health Outreach Ended A 1990s Measles Outbreak And What's Different Now This year's measles outbreak is the largest since the 1990s. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevented announced Monday that 75 more measles cases were confirmed last week in 23 states, bringing the total to 839 so far this year. The outbreak from ...
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Dogs quarantined after officials detect a vicious disease. Humans could be at risk, too. A small-dog commercial breeding facility in Marion County, Iowa, is the source of "multiple cases" of a canine disease that can be transmitted to humans, the state's agriculture department said. Canine brucellosis is highly contagious among dogs and may ...
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WHO issues first advice on dementia: exercise and don't smoke GENEVA (Reuters) - The World Health Organization published its first guidelines on the prevention and management of dementia on Tuesday, putting physical activity at the top of its list of recommendations for preventing cognitive decline. FILE PHOTO: The ...
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Political games hinder efforts to end Ebola outbreak in Congo: WHO GENEVA (Reuters) - Attempts to end the second worst Ebola outbreak on record are being hampered by "political games" and distrust of outsiders in two towns in Democratic Republic of Congo, a senior World Health Organization official said on Monday.
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Brainstorm Health: Drug Company Profits, Vaccine Skeptics, Pharma Price Fixing Hello and happy Monday, readers. I hope you enjoyed your weekend. Another week, another dire report from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) on the historic measles outbreak winding through America. As of May 10, 839 measles cases have been ...
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What you need to know about the US measles outbreak (Reuters) - The United States so far this year has recorded 839 cases of measles in 23 states, its largest outbreak since public health officials in 2000 declared the disease eradicated, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Monday. FILE PHOTO: ...
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Widow Jacqui English tells of shock at sudden death A woman whose husband died suddenly of a heart attack has spoken out about her family's distress in a bid to alert others to the dangers. Tommy English, a father of two from Dunmurry, was 50 years old when he died in his sleep in October 2017. "He was ...
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Hospitals to test mums-to-be for risky group-B strep Screening for a life-threatening bacterial infection affecting newborn babies is to be offered at 80 hospitals in England, Wales and Scotland. About 150,000 pregnant women - one in five - carry group-B streptococcus. And if it is undiagnosed, there is a chance ...
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With cancer rates rising worldwide, oncologist shortage predicted (Reuters Health) - As cancer rates rise worldwide, researchers predict a shortage of specialists who can deliver chemotherapy, according to a new study. World Health Organization projections suggest that the number of people who will need chemotherapy ...
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Blocking protein curbs memory loss in old mice New research from Tony Wyss-Coray and his collaborators shows that older mice performed better on memory tests when a protein found on the walls of blood vessels in the brain was blocked. Norbert von der Groeben. Mice aren't people, but like us they ...
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Measles outbreak: Why are anti-vaxxers risking a public health crisis? The current outbreak of measles has startled public health practitioners, who declared measles controlled over two decades ago. We are now grappling with a low-level epidemic that may become endemic. Health professionals, armed with the science to back ...
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Eat well, exercise more: New global guidelines to reduce risk of dementia (CNN) There's no effective treatment for dementia, which affects 50 million people worldwide, but the World Health Organization says there's much can be done to delay or slow the onset and progression of the disease. In new guidelines released Tuesday, ...
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Melior hits positive notes in diabetes test, but a strange error blurs the picture The test was for Type 2 diabetes, but Melior Pharmaceuticals has a sharper focus on the drug's nonalcoholic steatohepatitis future. (Pixabay / stevepb). Share Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Print. Melior Pharmaceuticals is happy that there are positive ...
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Ebola cases top 1700 in DRC as 4 health workers infected Editor's Note: The original headline for this story was incorrect. Four new cases involve healthcare workers, not necessarily doctors. The headline was corrected later on May 13. Once again, violent clashes in the Ebola outbreak region of the Democratic ...
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Canine brucellosis: What you need to know about the dog disease that can spread to humans DES MOINES, Iowa - A commercial dog breeding facility in Marion County, Iowa, is the confirmed site of several cases of a disease that can be transferred among dogs and to humans, called canine brucellosis. The Iowa Department of Agricultural and Land ...
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Brain Bleed Risk Puts Safety of Low-Dose Aspirin in Doubt TUESDAY, May 14, 2019 (HealthDay News) -- Let's say you're one of the millions of older adults who takes a low-dose aspirin religiously, in the belief that it will guard against heart disease and heart attacks. Now, a new review suggests your risk of a brain ...
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Without heart disease, daily aspirin may be too risky (Reuters Health) - For people without heart disease, taking a daily aspirin to prevent heart attacks and strokes may increase the risk of severe brain bleeding to the point where it outweighs any potential benefit, a research review suggests. U.S. doctors have ...
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Potential Biomarker for Suicidal Thoughts Identified in PTSD Metabotropic glutamatergic receptor 5 (mGluR5) is a potential biomarker for suicidal thoughts in patients with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), new research suggests. Investigators used positron emission tomography (PET) to quantify mGluR5 density in ...
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Appendix removal: does it really increase your risk of getting Parkinson's disease? Recent scary press reports suggest that having your appendix out could triple your risk of getting Parkinson's disease. Given that there is currently no cure for this neurodegenerative condition, people who have had their appendix out might be quite worried.
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Scientists Spot Chemical Signs of Suicidal Thoughts in Brains of Those With PTSD By Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). MONDAY, May 13, 2019 (HealthDay News) -- Imagine if brain scans could show whether someone with PTSD is on the verge of suicide. Sound too far-fetched to be true? Now, a small, new study suggests it's ...
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Here's Where a Measles Outbreak Is Most Likely to Occur in the US The measles has made a historic comeback this year, with new cases popping up across the country week after week. Since January 1, there have been 839 reported cases of the measles in 23 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and ...
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Stanford Medicine pilot program uses data-driven, integrated team approach to predict, prevent disease A Stanford Medicine pilot program combining cutting-edge tools of biomedicine with a collaborative, team-based method, offers a new approach to personalized health care that captures the promise of Precision Health: to predict, prevent and treat disease ...
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Arlington, Virginia, tops list of fittest, healthiest US cities Whether you love to walk, bike or run in a park, you'll feel right at home in Arlington, Virginia, dubbed "America's Fittest City" for the second year in a row. The community across the river from the nation's capital topped the list of the 2019 American Fitness ...
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Magnetic Beads Hold Promise as Potential Preeclampsia Tx Magnetic beads may have the potential to treat a molecule in the blood seen in high abundance in pregnant women with preeclampsia, an in vitro proof-of-concept study found. Working with blood samples from women with preeclampsia, researchers were ...
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What are acids, and do you need them in your skin care routine? You've probably seen serums, cleansers and moisturizers showcasing active ingredients that can help reduce wrinkles, brighten skin or prevent breakouts. These ingredients are typically acids — like salicylic acid, popular for treating acne, or ascorbic acid ...
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Low-dose aspirin may be linked to bleeding in the skull, new study finds For people without heart disease, a new study found taking low-dose aspirin is associated with an increased risk for bleeding within the skull. Patients with a low body mass index or Asian backgrounds face the highest risk, according to the study published ...
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These common health problems could be early signs of Parkinson's Do you move around a lot during your sleep? Or have you lost your sense of smell? New insights into Parkinson's disease suggest that these might be the early signs of changes in the brain that mean you are at greater risk of developing Parkinson's.
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What you need to know about 'zombie raccoons' and how to protect your pets They may sound like some invention out of Hollywood, but "zombie raccoons" are real and police say they are a threat to pets. The Riverside Police Department is warning pet owners about raccoons carrying the distemper virus, which can cause the infected ...
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Friends and family deal: Study finds most common gateway to addiction is not doctors The often-told story of the prescription for an opioid that launches the patient down the road to ruin is not the typical tale of heroin addiction, according to a new report by researchers from Penn State and other universities. More common, according to the study ...
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Study uncovers key mechanism that allows some of the world's deadliest viruses to replicate Viruses are masterful invaders. They cannibalize host cells by injecting their genetic material, often making thousands of copies of themselves in a single cell to ensure their replication and survival. Some RNA viruses insert their genetic material as a single ...
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Maricopa County Ranks 6th Most At Risk For Measles Outbreak PHOENIX, AZ — The number of measles cases reported nationwide in 2019 is the highest in over 20 years, and the most since federal health officials declared the highly contagious disease eliminated in the United States in 2000. A new report shows 25 U.S. ...
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Kenmore couple works through early dementia diagnosis KENMORE, N.Y. (WKBW) — David and Donna Gonlag have been nearly inseparable since they met almost 40 years ago, saying "I do" just a month after getting engaged. "We started dating and not very long, I think we went on three dates before I asked her ...
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These simple changes to your diet can reduce high blood pressure and lower risk of heart failure A study of 4,500 people published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine comes to some surprising conclusions. Getty Images/iStock photo. A study of more than 4,500 people over 13 years showed that those individuals under 75 who most closely ...
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Connecticut Lawmakers Warned State Is at Risk for Outbreaks By SUSAN HAIGH, Associated Press. Connecticut lawmakers should not become complacent with the state's high vaccination rate, public health experts said Monday, warning that clusters of unvaccinated students identified in recent Department of Public ...
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New Study Finds Low-Dose Aspirin Associated with Bleeding in the Skull — What to Know Low-dose aspirin is linked to an increased risk of bleeding in the skull among people who do not have heart disease, according to a new study. By Rachel DeSantis. May 14, 2019 10:00 AM. FB Twitter More. Pinterest Email Print Send Text Message. Getty.
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What to expect for this year's tick season in Maine Tick season is in full swing in Maine, and so far, weather conditions have been favorable for these dangerous pests. This may not bode well for the months ahead. "The real kicker is that it's been a very damp spring, and the damp helps ticks survive," said ...
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The women defying menace and mistrust to rid Pakistan of polio A hoax video showing children falling ill after polio vaccinations underlines the obstacles facing health workers for whom danger has become a way of life. Global development is supported by. Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation About this content.
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Phages, Viruses that Attack Bacteria, Are a Potential Therapy Against Infections, Case Report Suggests The case report of a cystic fibrosis (CF) patient suggests that phages — viruses that naturally infect and kill bacteria — are a potential personalized therapy against infections caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The study, "Engineered bacteriophages for ...
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African swine fever: Vietnam culls 1.2 million pigs Earlier this month, the FAO reported on the number of pigs culled in the Asian countries affected by African swine fever (ASF). At that time, they reported Vietnam culled approximately 90,000 pigs since the outbreak began in February. Image by Alexas_Fotos ...
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Why You Might Want to Freeze Your Sperm Before Age 35 Women face the brunt of societal pressure to have children before a certain age, but a new study concludes that the so-called biological clock is a concern for men, too. A man's age can affect his fertility, the well-being of his partner during pregnancy, and the ...
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Poppy seed bagel causes mom to fail drug test before giving birth, prompting child protective services call An upstate New York woman's meal choice led to a seedy situation. Elizabeth Dominguez was confused when she failed a drug test after going into labor. She soon discovered that the culprit was a poppy seed bagel she'd eaten but the positive test meant ...
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Men have biological clocks, too. Should they stop the tick-tock by banking sperm? The quality of sperm declines with age, so men who plan to delay fatherhood should be counseled to consider sperm banking before age 35, Rutgers University researchers conclude in a new review article. The paper, published recently in the journal ...
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Philadelphia's sweetened drink sales drop 38 percent after beverage tax One year after Philadelphia passed its beverage tax, sales of sugary and artificially sweetened beverages dropped by 38 percent in chain food retailers, according to Penn Medicine researchers who conducted one of the largest studies examining the impacts ...
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Measles In Salem: What You Need To Know From CDC: Salem Public Health Nurse and Health Department encourages vaccination and education to protect yourself and your community. Salem, MA - According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), since January 2019, there are ...
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Influence of BRCA-2 Mutations on the Natural History and Response to Therapy in Prostate Cancer- Elena Castro Elena Castro, MD discusses the role of BRCA-2 mutations and the risk of developing prostate cancer. BRCA-2 germline carriers have an increased risk of developing prostate cancer representing a ~30% lifetime rate of developing prostate cancer. Patients ...
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Is it Alzheimer's....or LATE? More than 5 million people over age 65 suffer from dementia, a number that's expected to more than double by 2060. But though many of these cases are attributed to Alzheimer's disease, a report published in the medical journal Brain reveals that in cases ...
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Bone cells suppress cancer metastases In breast cancer, there are cases of women and men whose cancer returns in their bones 20-30 years after they were treated for their primary disease and thought they were cancer-free. This phenomenon always puzzled Jefferson researcher Karen Bussard, ...
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Obesity: The key role of a brain protein revealed Montreal, May 13, 2019 -- Regardless of how much you exercise or how balanced your diet is, controlling your weight is more brain-related than you might have thought. In a study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, researchers from the ...
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The first symptom of osteoporosis? Often, it's a broken bone. May is National Osteoporosis Month, and organizations like the National Osteoporosis Foundation want to raise awareness of the condition. Osteoporosis affects 1 in 4 women — 25 percent — over age 65 (and 1 in 20 men), and tends to come as a shocking ...
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Pet raccoon named Bandit attacks kids and chases them next door, Michigan mom says Young siblings were out in their backyard when a raccoon found a way through the fence — and started to chase them, WXYZ reported. The raccoon first grabbed a hold of 6-year-old Abigail McClusky while she was picking her mom flowers for Mother's Day, ...
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