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	health Daily update ⋅ October 18, 2021
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	The New York Times Threats, Resignations and 100 New Laws: Why Public Health Is in Crisis The New York Times PORT ANGELES, Wash. — As she leaves work, Dr. Allison Berry keeps a vigilant eye on her rearview mirror, watching the vehicles around her, weighing if she needs to take a more circuitous route home. She must make sure nobody finds out where she lives. Flag as irrelevant
	The Washington Post Miami school says vaccinated students must stay home for 30 days to protect others, citing discredited info The Washington Post The email from Centner Academy leadership, first reported by WSVN, repeated misleading and false claims that vaccinated people could pass on so-called harmful effects of the shot and have a "potential impact" on unvaccinated students and staff. Flag as irrelevant
	The Washington Post Antibody tests can't give answers you want about covid-19 immunity. The Washington Post Talk of the need for coronavirus booster shots has prompted many Americans to seek antibody tests. In most cases, however, getting an antibody test to determine immunity is a fool's errand, infectious-disease doctors agree. The tests for antibodies, ... Flag as irrelevant
	nj.com Memory screening helps prevent dementia, and you can get it for free here in NJ nj.com If you're worried about the threat of dementia, there's something you can do right now to reduce your risk. Get your memory screened. That simple act of preventative care offers one of the best ways for older adults to protect themselves against the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Fort Worth Star-Telegram Fort Worth women missed breast cancer screenings amid COVID. Here's why that's worrisome Fort Worth Star-Telegram Physicians are worried that the decline in mammograms could mean that breast cancer will be diagnosed later than it would have been had women had continued access to care throughout the pandemic. The later a breast cancer diagnosis is made, Iyengar said, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Patch.com Could this plant extract help fight the opioid epidemic? Los Angeles Times The COVID-19 pandemic has further worsened the opioid crisis, with more people dying of overdoses. The number of opioid overdose deaths has more than doubled in Orange County over the last decade. According to ... Flag as irrelevant
	TribLIVE What you need to know about breast cancer TribLIVE I want to stress the importance of regular breast screenings. If a patient is having a problem or suspects something is not right, they should talk with their doctor. The biggest message I can provide is that breast cancer is curable and treatable and if ... Flag as irrelevant
	KOIN.com State forecast points to COVID-19 spike ending by Christmas KOIN.com A deadly spike in COVID-19 infections that began just before Independence Day should near its end around Christmas, a new state forecast said Thursday, Oct. 14. But with more than two months to go to reach the projected end point, about 177,000 more ... Flag as irrelevant
	Pharmacy Times A Pharmacist's Personal Experience: Breaking Down Stigma to Improve Outcomes in ADHD Pharmacy Times Misconceptions about the diagnosis of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder reduce the credibility of health care providers and delay or prevent treatment for patients suffering from this condition. Flag as irrelevant
	11Alive.com WXIA VERIFY: Antibody testing not recommended to check immunity getting the Covid vaccine 11Alive.com WXIA ATLANTA — Covid-19 vaccine booster shots are going into arms across the nation, and some people are turning to the Verify team asking whether they can check their immunity before getting another dose. QUESTION. Can a Covid-19 antibody test check ... Flag as irrelevant
	Patch.com People with substance-use disorder may be at higher risk for breakthrough COVID cases, study finds The Seattle Times Research conducted earlier in the pandemic showed that people with addictions were already more likely to contract, and experience serious complications from, COVID-19. Now, with the vaccines widespread, that same population is still ... Flag as irrelevant
	GoErie.com COVID-19 in Pennsylvania: See which counties are seeing decreases or increases in cases GoErie.com After weeks of increases, more than two-thirds of Pennsylvania's 67 counties have seen decreases in their number of COVID-19 cases, but health officials are stressing that unvaccinated residents and the "highly transmissible" delta variant are allowing ... Flag as irrelevant
	Newsweek BRCA Breast Cancer Gene Explained As Kayleigh McEnany Details Double Mastectomy Newsweek Kayleigh McEnany, former White House press secretary for the Trump administration, has detailed how she received a double mastectomy after discovering she had a genetic mutation that increased the risk of breast cancer. McEnany, co-host on Fox News ... Flag as irrelevant
	Goshen News Indiana reports first flu related death of season Goshen News Each year, hundreds of Hoosiers become sick from influenza, and some cases prove fatal. In the 2020-21 flu season, seven Hoosiers died after contracting influenza. In 2019-20, 137 Hoosiers lost their lives to the disease. Flag as irrelevant
	Colorado Springs Gazette FDA delays Moderna vaccine for adolescents due to risk of rare heart condition Colorado Springs Gazette Myocarditis is the inflammation of the heart muscle, with symptoms including chest pain, shortness of breath, and feelings of having an abnormal heartbeat. The inflammation typically occurs a few days after the second COVID-19 vaccine injection, according ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medical News Today Coronavirus reinfection: How long might 'natural immunity' last? Medical News Today Having COVID-19 should confer some immunity against developing the disease again, but health experts do not know how long this immunity lasts. Scientists know that some people have developed COVID-19 more than once, but there are not enough data for ... Flag as irrelevant
	Colorado Springs Gazette Australian koalas to get vaccinated against sexually transmitted disease to save the species Colorado Springs Gazette As koalas face a chlamydia epidemic, an Australian university research program intends to help find a cure for the furry creatures' infections down under. The Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital began a yearlong experiment on Oct. 15, where it will use 400 ... Flag as irrelevant
	FOX5 Las Vegas 'Don't delay it much longer:' Southern Nevada doctor urges flu shot to prevent disease transmission, symptoms FOX5 Las Vegas LAS VEGAS (FOX5)-- Halloween is just two weeks away, and the CDC says by that time, everyone older than six months should get a flu shot. Doctors predict the upcoming flu season could be especially severe. "Don't delay it much longer," said Dr. Flag as irrelevant
	FOX31 Denver Scientists develop new strategy to fight coronaviruses, vaccinate against future pandemics FOX31 Denver SUITA, Japan — Scientists have recently developed a vaccine that could end pandemics caused by diseases that emerge in animals, a new study reveals. In experiments, the vaccine halted five different types of coronaviruses in their tracks — including ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca What you need to know about COVID-19 in Ottawa on Monday, Oct. 18 CBC.ca Meanwhile, CBC News heard from several people following its reporting on Ontario's vaccine passport. One is fully vaccinated yet worries about vaccinating their child, another remains in limbo with the Sinopharm vaccine in Thailand — they say they're not ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Hindu BusinessLine Mix-and-match vaccines highly effective against COVID-19: Lancet study The Hindu People who received a first dose of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine followed by an mRNA vaccine shot had a lower risk of infection compared to those immunised with both doses of the AstraZeneca preventive, according to a nationwide study in Sweden. Flag as irrelevant
	North Platte Telegraph Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Fighting for herself after cancer diagnosis North Platte Telegraph Kirsten Parker, pictured in her office at the Golden Spike Tower in October, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer after a mammogram in 2020. That diagnosis prompted immediate chemotheropy. Susan Szuch / The North Platte Telegraph. Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Chlamydia is so widespread among koalas they're getting vaccinated CNN About 400 Australian koalas will be vaccinated against chlamydia as part of a trial that researchers say they hope could play a significant role in the longer-term survival of the animals. Chlamydia, a sexually transmitted disease also found in humans, ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Oakland Press Flu cases in Michigan already higher than a year ago The Oakland Press Flu shots will not prevent COVID-19 but will help reduce the risk of flu-related illness including hospitalization and death, according to the Oakland County Health Division. Getting a flu vaccine will not only reduce your risk from flu, but also lessen ... Flag as irrelevant
	Fox News Breast cancer awareness: Fox News' Kayleigh McEnany, Gerri Willis, Jackie DeAngelis get real about diagnoses Fox News FOX Business anchor and reporter Gerri Willis was first diagnosed with Stage 3 lobular breast cancer in 2016. She described the strain as a "weird kind" that's hard to pick up with a mammogram – but after showing physical signs, Willis got tested and came ... Flag as irrelevant
	New York Post 'I wish I'd got the shot': Dad who died of COVID along with wife, leaving 4 kids New York Post She and other relatives of Kevin and his late wife Misty are now urging those who have to be vaccinated to get immunized. "Please get it," Kevin's father, Don Mitchem, told the station ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Valneva Covid vaccine could be as effective as Oxford jab, study suggests The Guardian A coronavirus jab based on traditional vaccine technology might be as effective as the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine, data suggests, offering new hope for global vaccination efforts. Vaccines currently approved for use in the UK deliver instructions for ... Flag as irrelevant
	Independent.ie Surge in number of Covid-19 patients being treated in hospital Independent.ie The Department of Health this afternoon said another 1,380 cases of the virus have been confirmed – down from a nine-month high of 2,180 cases confirmed yesterday. However while the number of cases is ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca This woman was diagnosed with ADHD in her 50s. She says it shouldn't have taken so long CBC.ca With October being ADHD Awareness Month, patients and doctors in B.C. are highlighting the stigma associated with the disorder and the difficulty accessing support. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder occurs in four per cent of adults worldwide, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Times of India COVID-19 and flu cases rise: How big can be the threat during the winter season? Times of India But unfortunately, this means we now need to be braced for flu to be especially bad this year.In some ways, immune responses to COVID and influenza are the same. A relatively recent infection or vaccination provides good protection against a subsequent ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Week UK Why psychosis is on the rise The Week UK Latest data provides 'concrete evidence' of impact of Covid pandemic on mental health ... The number of people seeking NHS treatment for psychotic symptoms including hallucinations and delusional thinking has soared in the past two years, new figures show. Flag as irrelevant
	NDTV South Africa Rejects Russian Sputnik V Covid Vaccine Over HIV Fears NDTV The decision was based on earlier studies testing the safety of a modified form of adenovirus -- a type of virus that causes respiratory infections -- known as the Ad5 and contained in the Russian jab. Flag as irrelevant
	India Today Mix-and-match vaccines highly effective against Covid-19: Study India Today People who received a first dose of the Oxford-AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine followed by an mRNA vaccine shot had a lower risk of infection compared to those immunised with both doses of the AstraZeneca preventive, according to a nationwide study in ... Flag as irrelevant
	ITV News Vaccine boosters: How to get it, who is eligible, and how many people have had the jab ITV News Millions of people have received a Covid booster vaccine as the UK heads into the winter months. The latest NHS figures show more than 3 million double-jabbed people in England have had their third shot, four weeks after the rollout was launched. Flag as irrelevant
	LNP | LancasterOnline Winter flu season stokes concerns of 'catastrophic' twin-demic [Lancaster Watchdog] LNP | LancasterOnline After a practically nonexistent flu season last year, health officials across Pennsylvania and the nation are bracing for what could be a catastrophic winter influenza season. That's because COVID-19 mitigations last season mean fewer Americans ... Flag as irrelevant
	California News Times COVID-19 case counts still on the rise Lock Haven Express Clinton County added 21 new cases, Centre County reported 36 and Lycoming County had 29 more cases on Sunday, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health. The case counts for each county look like this: ... Flag as irrelevant
	Irish Examiner The flu vaccine for children - everything parents need to know Irish Examiner Parents are being urged to sign their children up for the free nasal spray flu vaccine this year - but how likely are children to get the flu and experience severe complications, where can you get the vaccine and should your child get it? Flag as irrelevant
	The Independent Looking at memes may help people cope with pandemic stress, study suggests The Independent People from both groups were asked to rate what they had seen based on the humour and cuteness, and also the levels of anxiety and positive emotions such as calmness, relaxation and happiness they felt afterwards. Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Psychosis cases soar in England as pandemic hits mental health The Guardian Cases of psychosis have soared over the past two years in England as an increasing number of people experience hallucinations and delusional thinking amid the stresses of the Covid-19 pandemic. There was a 75% increase in the number of people referred ... Flag as irrelevant
	SELF 5 Black Women Share How They Found the Strength to Survive—and Thrive—With Breast Cancer SELF Black women1 are more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer at a younger age, and on top of that, the cancers they do get tend to be more aggressive and harder to treat2. Those trends, along with other barriers to diagnosis and treatment, make Black ... Flag as irrelevant
	Irish Examiner Diabetes in pets: too much sugar or something else? Irish Examiner Pete the Vet: When a pet is diagnosed with diabetes, the owner can wonder if they caused the issue by giving too many sugary biscuits. The truth is that diabetes in dogs usually has nothing to do with their diet, and cats are unlikely to enjoy eating ... Flag as irrelevant
	Times of San Diego County Health Officials Report 528 New COVID Infections, No Additional Deaths Times of San Diego Seven new patients needed to be admitted to local hospitals for COVID treatment. One additional patient needed intensive care. Statewide, officials reported 6,188 new cases and 140 deaths Sunday. California's has recorded a total of ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Australia could see Covid surge from new variants even after 80% vaccination when border reopens The Guardian If the Australian international border is reopened while highly transmissible Covid-19 variants are circulating overseas or locally, large and disruptive outbreaks will still be possible after 80% of people aged 16 years are fully vaccinated, modelling ... Flag as irrelevant
	Independent Online Sputnik V vaccine not yet approved in South Africa because of HIV concerns – Sahpra Independent Online The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (Sahpra) has made the decision to not approve the Covid-19 Sputnik V vaccine because of concerns about its safety populations at risk for HIV infection. On Monday, Sahpra said a rolling review of ... Flag as irrelevant
	Livemint Merck Covid-19 pill sparks calls for access for lower income countries Livemint The plan to roll out Merck & Co's promising antiviral pill to treat COVID-19 risks repeating the inequities of vaccine distribution, potentially leaving the nations with the greatest need once again at the back of the line, international health groups ... Flag as irrelevant
	Independent.ie HSE is encouraging all children aged 2-17 to get free nasal flu vaccine Independent.ie In Ireland, between 2009 and 2019, the HSE Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) reported that 4,750 children needed hospital treatment because of complications of flu, 183of these were admitted to intensive care and 41 children died. Flag as irrelevant
	WSB Atlanta 90000 US COVID-19 deaths since June were preventable, Kaiser study reports WSB Atlanta "From June through September 2021, approximately 90,000 COVID-19 deaths among adults likely would have been prevented with vaccination," the organization wrote. "Most of these preventable deaths occurred in the last month, well after vaccines became ... Flag as irrelevant
	Eat This, Not That This is Where COVID Will Surge Next, Virus Expert Warns Eat This, Not That Coronavirus cases are finally going in the right direction—down—as hospitalizations and deaths from the Delta surge also fall. However, now is not the time to let your guard down, experts warn. "We have a lot of human wood yet for this Coronavirus ... Flag as irrelevant
	ITV News Why has the UK cancelled its order for French vaccine 'more effective' than AstraZeneca jab? ITV News French pharmaceutical firm Valneva – whose UK contract for vaccines was cancelled last month – has reported positive results from its most recent phase of testing. The company claims the jab is better at producing the antibodies which ... Flag as irrelevant
	STAT Historic yet imperfect: Malaria vaccine brings hope but the fight is far from over STAT This recommendation follows careful determination by two of the WHO's high-level advisory panels, one on immunization and another on malaria, that RTS,S provides significant protection against disease and deaths and that it is safe and cost-effective. Flag as irrelevant

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