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	health Daily update ⋅ March 27, 2021
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	The Wall Street Journal Covid-19 Variant Rages in Brazil, Posing Global Risk The Wall Street Journal "We're in the trenches here, fighting a war," said Andréia Cruz, a 42-year-old emergency-ward nurse in the southern Brazilian city of Porto Alegre. In the past three weeks alone, the surrounding state of Rio Grande do Sul has seen nearly 5,000 people die from ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times A Collapse Foretold: How Brazil's Covid-19 Outbreak Overwhelmed Hospitals The New York Times The virus has killed more than 300,000 people in Brazil, its spread aided by a highly contagious variant, political infighting and distrust of science. PORTO ALEGRE, Brazil — The patients began arriving at hospitals in Porto Alegre far sicker and younger than ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report An IUD Could Ward Off Endometrial Cancer in Women at Risk U.S. News & World Report FRIDAY, March 26, 2021 (HealthDay News) -- For some patients who have early endometrial cancer or a precancerous condition, a hysterectomy may not be a good option because of serious health issues or the desire to preserve fertility. Now, a new ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News What a delay in colorectal cancer screening can mean and who should be most concerned ABC News With National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month coming to a close, doctors are reminding Americans that timely screenings save lives -- especially during the pandemic. The early days of the COVID-19 pandemic were marked by society shutting down, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Washington Post Now vaccinated, older adults emerge from COVID hibernation Washington Post PORTLAND, Maine — Bill Griffin waited more than a year for this moment: Newly vaccinated, he embraced his 3-year-old granddaughter for the first time since the pandemic began. "She came running right over. I picked her up and gave her a hug. Flag as irrelevant
	Scientific American Coronavirus News Roundup, March 20–March 26 Scientific American And Moderna also is starting its COVID-19 vaccine studies in children under 12, the story states. "Both companies have been testing their vaccines in children 12 and older, and expect those results in the next few weeks," Mandavilli reports. Flag as irrelevant
	Hindustan Times COVID-21: A Primer The Atlantic The coronavirus is changing. So is the disease it causes. James Hamblin. 1:10 PM ET. An American flag is seen through a crowd ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report HPV Infections Are Plummeting Due to Widespread Vaccination U.S. News & World Report By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). FRIDAY, March 26, 2021 (HealthDay News) -- Fifteen years of widespread vaccination of U.S. children with the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is reaping big rewards: A more than 80% drop in new ... Flag as irrelevant
	Becker's Hospital Review 'The first step is increasing provider education': 5 experts on overcoming colon cancer disparities Becker's Hospital Review African Americans face the highest death rate for most cancers compared to any other racial and ethnic group, and the disparities associated with colon cancer are particularly glaring. African Americans are 20 percent more likely to develop the cancer than ... Flag as irrelevant
	Patch.com Latest Vaccine Rollout Updates For Delaware County Patch.com DELAWARE COUNTY, PA — Delaware County is working to inoculate as many residents as possible for the coronavirus. In an effort to boost vaccinations, officials announced a new program that will help homebound residents get vaccinated. See the latest ... Flag as irrelevant
	Washington Post Shots in little arms: COVID-19 vaccine testing turns to kids Washington Post The 9-year-old twins didn't flinch as each received test doses of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine -- and then a sparkly bandage to cover the spot. "Sparkles make everything better," declared Marisol Gerardo as she hopped off an exam table at Duke University to ... Flag as irrelevant
	AZCentral.com Fully vaccinated against COVID-19? Here's what health experts say is safe for you to do AZCentral.com The virus is still in circulation and as of Thursday, only about one in six Arizonans was fully immunized with either two doses of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Flag as irrelevant
	Patch.com Shots In Little Arms: NC Twins Part Vaccine Tests On Children Patch.com "Sparkles make everything better," declared Marisol Gerardo as she hopped off an exam table at Duke University to make way for her sister Alejandra. Researchers in the U.S. and abroad are beginning to test younger ... Flag as irrelevant
	FactCheck.org Texas Doctor Spreads False Claims About COVID-19 Vaccines FactCheck.org Federal officials authorized two mRNA vaccines for COVID-19 after they were determined to be safe and effective against symptomatic illness in clinical trials. But a Texas doctor, in a widely shared video, falsely claims the vaccines don't provide protection and ... Flag as irrelevant
	Minneapolis Star Tribune University of Minnesota therapist offers advice for how to be our better selves while waiting for COVID vaccine Minneapolis Star Tribune William J. Doherty has seen pretty much everything in his more than four decades as a therapist. He's helped to heal marriages on the brink and guided parents to richer relationships with their kids through simple family meals and playing games. Flag as irrelevant
	Pharmacy Times COVID-19 Vaccinations: It Takes a Village Pharmacy Times The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program, once completed, will be the largest vaccination effort in history. Given the steadily increasing death rate and emergence of variant strains of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Cases rising in the US; vaccines safe and effective for babies, study shows: COVID-19 updates USA TODAY New daily cases of COVID-19 are rising slightly in the U.S., and public health officials are concerned. The U.S. has reported more than 80,000 new cases in recent days – daily totals not seen since mid-February, according to data from Johns Hopkins ... Flag as irrelevant
	MedPage Today NIAID Launches Trial to Assess Post-Vax COVID Transmission Risk MedPage Today The open-label randomized trial, which began on Thursday, will test whether vaccine prevents both infection and transmission of SARS-CoV-2 among college students, and will "help inform science-based decisions about mask use and about social distancing ... Flag as irrelevant
	mlive.com Michigan's COVID-19 numbers increasing at 'troubling' pace. What's going on? mlive.com Michigan now has the fastest-growing COVID-19 case rate in the country, much to the alarm of health officials around the state. The state ranks No. 2 behind New Jersey in average new cases per capita. The Thumb region, as well as Macomb and Jackson ... Flag as irrelevant
	Washington Post Michigan sees virus surge, but tighter restrictions unlikely Washington Post LANSING, Mich. — Michigan, which not long ago had one of the country's lowest COVID-19 infection rates, is confronting an alarming spike that some experts worry could be a harbinger nationally. In what public health authorities across the U.S. have been ... Flag as irrelevant
	MedPage Today What to Make of That Danish Reinfection Study? MedPage Today Hey, Dr. Vinay Prasad and I'm back with a new video from MedPage Today. I'm going to talk about a new study that appeared in The Lancet and it's entitled "Assessment of protection against reinfection with SARS-CoV-2 among 4 million PCR-tested individuals ... Flag as irrelevant
	Miami Herald Pregnant women gain COVID antibodies from vaccine — and pass them to baby, study finds Miami Herald Because pregnant and breastfeeding women were left out of initial clinical trials for COVID-19 vaccines, much remains unknown about how safe and effective the shots are for this group. But now, a new study ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Verge Vaccines are changing how we interpret COVID-19 numbers The Verge We've seen the same elephant emerge over and over again over the past year. First, the percentage of tests that come back positive increases. After a slight lag, hospitalizations start to rise, and then deaths. But this time, there's a new wrinkle: vaccinations. Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Kansas Opens up Vaccinations to All Adults Starting Monday U.S. News & World Report By HEAHER HOLLINGSWORTH and JOHN HANNA, The Associated Press. MISSION, Kan. (AP) — Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly announced Friday that the state is making everyone over the age of 16 eligible to get the coronavirus vaccine starting Monday. Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress Contagious and concerning: What we know about COVID-19 variants Medical Xpress Experts say measures such as distancing and mask wearing will continue to be vital, even as more and more people receive a vaccine. Several coronavirus variants with the potential to be more transmissible have caused global concern over whether existing ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report New study of students at UW, other colleges, will answer a key question about coronavirus transmission The Spokesman-Review COVID-19 vaccines appear to do a great job of protecting people from severe disease, hospitalization and death. But a key question — with implications for long-term control of the pandemic — remains: Can vaccinated people get mild or asymptomatic ... Flag as irrelevant
	Washington Post 5000 attend rock concert in Barcelona after COVID-19 screen Washington Post BARCELONA, Spain — Five thousand music lovers are set to attend a rock concert in Barcelona on Saturday after passing a same-day COVID-19 screening, to test its effectiveness in preventing outbreaks of the virus at large cultural events. Support our ... Flag as irrelevant
	Charlotte Observer Vaccinations rising — but so are some Charlotte COVID trends after weeks of progress Charlotte Observer Some of Charlotte's closely watched coronavirus metrics are no longer improving, even as the region readies itself for expanded vaccine eligibility. The split picture of a lingering pandemic and the light at the end of the tunnel could likely persist until the region ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBS Denver As Vaccination Enthusiasm Rises, COVID-19 Case Rate Drops In Colorado CBS Denver DENVER (CBS4) – A new state health department survey shows there has been a significant shift in Coloradans' views of COVID-19 vaccines. That shift seems to have helped decrease the COVID-19 case rate in Colorado. (credit: CBS). In September 2020 ... Flag as irrelevant
	WCVB Boston Coronavirus can invade cells in the mouth, scientists find WCVB Boston A new study has found evidence that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, infects the cells in the mouth including the salivary glands — which may explain some COVID-19 symptoms such as loss of taste and dry mouth. The findings of the study led ... Flag as irrelevant
	Greensboro News & Record 'COVID-19 is real.' That's why some in Charlotte wary of vaccine are now getting it. Greensboro News & Record CHARLOTTE — Resident Sylvia Graves breathed a sigh of relief last Thursday afternoon after she deftly drove past the huge lineup of cars outside the Bojangles Coliseum, where a large-scale vaccination event was being held. The 60-year-old delivery ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Pop-Tarts, Rice Krispies Treats, Cheez-Its contain preservative that may harm immune system, study says USA TODAY A new study suggests a preservative used in popular foods such as Pop-Tarts, Rice Krispies Treats and Cheez-Its could be bad for consumers. TBHQ, or tert-butylhydroquinone, is used to extend the shelf lives of nearly 1,250 processed foods, according to the ... Flag as irrelevant
	TheStreet Why you should get a COVID-19 vaccine – even if you've already had the coronavirus TheStreet However, immune protection isn't always equal. The strength of the immune response, the length of time that the protection lasts and the variation of the immune response across people is very different between vaccine immunity and natural immunity for SARS– ... Flag as irrelevant
	Fox News Young adults reporting largest uptick in anxiety, depression symptoms, CDC finds Fox News Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel provides insight on 'The Faulkner Focus.' New evidence released Friday from the CDC builds on well-documented worsening mental health trends amid the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Patch.com Mecklenburg COVID Update: 'Slight Uptick' In Cases Patch.com CHARLOTTE, NC — Mecklenburg County is experiencing a "slight uptick" in COVID-19 metrics, from daily case count averages to a rising percent positive rate, the county's top public health official said Friday. "We're back up to 6.5 percent, unfortunately," ... Flag as irrelevant
	FOX 61 VERIFY: COVID-19 vaccine checklist meme is misleading FOX 61 Is this COVID-19 vaccine Q&A correct? THE ANSWER. Using a "yes" and "no" format, this meme includes misinformation and sometimes leaves out context in its ... Flag as irrelevant
	KSL.com Health care officials reinforce message of safety despite vaccine hesitancy among certain minorities in Utah KSL.com "It brought back fear from when COVID first hit," Ocampo said. "You just don't know what to expect." Between misinformation on social media and discouragement from her family, Ana ... Flag as irrelevant
	Fox News Poor sleep, burnout may up coronavirus risk, study claims Fox News Study participants were asked several questions about their sleep habits, including daytime napping and severe sleep issues, as well as their work-related burnout levels. By the end, the researchers ... Flag as irrelevant
	Richmond.com Faye Flam column: Reopening as COVID-19 fades is not a science Richmond.com The accelerating reopening of businesses in the U.S. doesn't violate "the science" of COVID-19. Some individual scientists are warning of increased virus deaths associated with these choices, but there's no science that precisely can tell us how to balance ... Flag as irrelevant
	AZCentral.com First 2 cases of South Africa COVID-19 variant confirmed in Arizona AZCentral.com The CDC identifies multiple variants of the virus that are circulating globally and nationally, including variants first detected in the United Kingdom, South Africa and Brazil. State health officials previously have confirmed Arizona ... Flag as irrelevant
	Patch.com PA Vaccine Updates: Shipments Reduced, Regional Clinics Planned Patch.com PENNSYLVANIA — The state continued to receive increased shipments last week as more and more residents receive a COVID-19 vaccine. But plenty of hurdles remain, and the state did see a significant snag in its expected upcoming shipments. Case rates ... Flag as irrelevant
	1011now Majority of 100 COVID-19 cases linked to Omaha daycare confirmed as UK variant 1011now OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Douglas County Health Department on Friday said 100 positive cases of COVID-19 — most of them the UK variant — have been traced to a northwest Omaha daycare; and that a possible second outbreak tied to "an event" is ... Flag as irrelevant
	WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando Young adults seeing higher infection rates as Florida reports 5759 new COVID-19 cases WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando People in the 18-25 age group are also filling more hospital beds after being infected with the virus. Orange County reported on Thursday that people age 45 and under account for one-third of COVID-19 hospitalizations. Flag as irrelevant
	Washington Post 'Zombie genes' increase their activity for hours after the simulated death of brain tissue samples, study says Washington Post They found a surprising amount of activity in genes unique to glial cells. Although they're part of the nervous system, these cells don't transmit or receive electrical signals. Instead, they help support other brain cells, binding neurons together and helping them ... Flag as irrelevant
	Kenosha News First case of Brazilian COVID-19 variant found in Wisconsin Kenosha News DHS said the new variant of the virus was confirmed in the state on Thursday. The new variant has unique mutations that may affect the ability of antibodies, generated through previous COVID-19 infection, or COVID-19 vaccination to recognize and fight off the ... Flag as irrelevant
	mlive.com Tips to know before your coronavirus vaccine appointment mlive.com As vaccine eligibility opens up, there are a few things to note before getting your vaccine. For the two-dose Moderna and Pfizer vaccines, Linda Vail, Ingham County Health Officer, recommends being sure you are available for your second dose. If you will not ... Flag as irrelevant
	Montana Standard US sets new daily record for number of vaccines administered, White House says Montana Standard States are relaxing capacity restrictions for public areas and private gatherings. More school districts are reopening for in-person learning. Mario Tama. Flag as irrelevant
	Patch.com 4th Coronavirus Wave May Be Here, King County Health Officer Says Patch.com SEATTLE — King County coronavirus trends are continuing to move in the wrong direction, with new growth in case counts and hospitalizations among younger people, suggesting the likely beginning of an unwelcome fourth wave. Dr. Jeff Duchin, the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Patch.com 'We Are In Race' To Vaccinate Riverside County Residents Patch.com "The worry is that if we go down that path, we could eventually have a virus that is less susceptible to the vaccine," Leung said. Herd immunity requires at least 70 percent of the ... Flag as irrelevant
	pressherald.com Maine reports its first case of coronavirus variant from Brazil pressherald.com Over the last week, 44% of new cases have involved Mainers younger than 30, while just 5% have been detected in people 70 or older. Bars and tasting rooms were back in business Friday ... Flag as irrelevant

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