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	health Daily update ⋅ October 4, 2022
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	U.S. News & World Report AHA News: Heart Risk Factors, Not Heart Disease Itself, May Increase Odds of COVID-19 Death U.S. News & World Report TUESDAY, Oct. 4, 2022 (American Heart Association News) -- Seeking to clarify connections between pre-existing heart disease and COVID-19, a study of critically ill patients has found their risk of dying from COVID-19 may stem not directly from heart ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNBC How polio came back to New York for the first time in decades, silently spread and left a patient paralyzed CNBC An unvaccinated adult suffered paralysis in June from polio, the first case in New York since 1990. Wastewater surveillance later found the virus had been spreading slightly in the New York City area for months. The origin of the virus is still under ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Dementia diagnosis increases suicide risk for those under age 65, study finds CNN The study, which followed nearly 600,000 English people for 18 years, found patients who already had a psychiatric condition, or who were younger than age 65 at the time of diagnosis, were at a similar risk. Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Dangerous Virus Found in Monkeys Could Jump to Humans U.S. News & World Report By By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter, HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). TUESDAY, Oct. 4, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- The global public health community should be on the alert for a family of viruses in African monkeys that have the potential to spill over ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Watch How Harpoon-Headed Mosquito Larvae Kill Their Prey The New York Times He planned to use his interest in the natural world to better understand insects as disease vectors in order to help improve global health. But he found that he was also captivated by the insects themselves. One in particular, Toxorhynchites amboinensis, ... Flag as irrelevant
	PBS NewsHour Seniors urged to get extra-strength flu vaccines this season PBS NewsHour Doctors have a message for vaccine-weary Americans: Don't skip your flu shot this fall — and seniors, ask for a special extra-strength kind. After flu hit historically low levels during the COVID-19 pandemic, it may be poised for a comeback. Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress Severe preeclampsia treated safely with nifedipine during labor and delivery Medical Xpress Women with severe preeclampsia (severe high blood pressure) during pregnancy may be treated with extended-release nifedipine, a blood pressure-lowering medicine, daily during the labor and delivery process, according to new research published today in ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News Nobel win for Swede who unlocked secrets of Neanderthal DNA ABC News Swedish scientist Svante Paabo has won this year's Nobel Prize in medicine for his discoveries on human evolution. ByPIETRO DE CRISTOFARO and LAURA UNGAR Associated Press. October 3, 2022, 9:32 AM. Flag as irrelevant
	Outbreak News Today Vietnam reports 1st monkeypox case in Ho Chi Minh City Outbreak News Today Immediately after returning to Vietnam, on September 23, 2022, the patient visited Tu Du Hospital and suspected of having an infectious disease, was transferred to Ho Chi Minh City Dermatology Hospital. Here, the doctor ... Flag as irrelevant
	Fortune A new drug seeks 'true revenge' on COVID by turning the virus against itself Fortune The treatment, dubbed NMT5, was created by Scripps Research Institute's Neurodegeneration New Medicines Center founding director Dr. Stuart Lipton and a team of scientists. It's a derivative of memantine, an Alzheimer's drug Lipton developed in ... Flag as irrelevant
	Phys.Org Mapping disease risk at human-wildlife 'hotspots' Phys.Org New research has mapped how infectious diseases spread among wildlife populations in areas where humans and wildlife live in close proximity. The study has identified the animals, specifically wild monkeys that live in large groups alongside human ... Flag as irrelevant
	Salon Is COVID-19 hurting your heart? A new study finds cardiac muscle damage in COVID patients Salon Now, a new study in the scientific journal Immunology uses a technique known as spatial transcriptomics — which allows scientists to directly map how genes are expressed on tissues — to reveal the SARS-CoV-2 virus' unique effects on human organs. Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress A new multilayered approach discovers 50 novel candidate genes for Parkinson's disease Medical Xpress Many neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson's disease (PD) result from the combined effects of mutations in several genes (i.e., polygenic). Although previous studies have identified a few genes that are responsible for familial or sporadic ... Flag as irrelevant
	Charlotte Observer Can you get your flu and COVID booster shots together? What experts recommend Charlotte Observer And some busy folks looking to minimize their time at the doctor's office, pharmacy or vaccine clinic are interested in getting two vaccines in the same appointment. Medical experts have weighed in on the subject, explaining ... Flag as irrelevant
	Fort Worth Star-Telegram Fort Worth researchers receive $150M for large study of Alzheimer's in racial, ethnic groups Fort Worth Star-Telegram The National Institutes of Health is giving $149 million to researchers at the University of North Texas Health Science Center to pay for researchers to study the biology of Alzheimer's disease in multiple racial and ethnic groups. Flag as irrelevant
	Nature.com HIV, HSV, SARS-CoV-2 and Ebola Share Long-Term Neuropsychiatric Sequelae Dove Medical Press We provide evidence that the mutual symptoms of acute and long-term anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress among these viral infections are likely to result from primary viral activity, thus suggesting that these viruses share neuroinvasive ... Flag as irrelevant
	WMUR Manchester Health workers worry about impending COVID-19 surge amid flu season WMUR Manchester The New Hampshire Medical Society said Monday there are initial signs of a COVID-19 surge as colder weather arrives. The group's latest COVID-19 update points to a rise in cases in the United States and the United Kingdom. Front-line health care ... Flag as irrelevant
	Long Beach Press Telegram Long Beach expands monkeypox vaccine eligibility again Long Beach Press Telegram Long Beach has once again expanded the pool of people eligible for the monkeypox vaccine, including those who are sexual partners of folks in previously eligible groups, the health department announced on Monday, Oct. 3. Flag as irrelevant
	Los Angeles Times Scientist who decoded Neanderthal DNA wins Nobel Prize for insights on human evolution Los Angeles Times Swedish scientist Svante Paabo won the Nobel Prize in medicine Monday for unlocking secrets hidden in Neanderthal DNA that helped us understand what makes humans unique compared with our extinct cousins and provided key insights into our modern-day ... Flag as irrelevant
	silive.com 'Make sure you're protected against the flu': Officials urge residents to get flu shot this year silive.com While flu season severity throughout the COVID-19 pandemic has been less-than-normal — partially due to the uptake of precautions like mask wearing and frequent hand washing — experts expressed concern that this year could be different. Flag as irrelevant
	Indiana Public Media IU med school receives $50 million grant for Alzheimer's research Indiana Public Media Progress in viable treatments for Alzheimer's disease has been limited, and NIA hopes this framework could advance results by drug testing animal models. (Indiana University School of Medicine). The National Institute on Aging (NIA) has awarded $48.8 ... Flag as irrelevant
	WDBJ7 Free drive-thru flu vaccine clinic at NRV Fairgrounds WDBJ7 DUBLIN, Va. (WDBJ) - On Tuesday, the New River Health District is hosting a free drive-thru flu vaccine clinic. It's happening from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the NRV Fairgrounds, 5581 Fair Grounds Circle in Dublin. The free vaccine will be available on a ... Flag as irrelevant
	Long Beach Post Long Beach again expands monkeypox vaccine eligibility Long Beach Post Monkeypox vaccine eligibility is again expanding, Long Beach health officials announced Monday. - ADVERTISEMENT -. Effective today, the JYNNEOS vaccine is now available for: people who self-attest to being the sexual partners of gay, bisexual or other ... Flag as irrelevant
	centraljersey.com Health Matters: 'Tis the Season…For Allergies, That Is centraljersey.com By Julie A Caucino, DO. Seasonal allergies are nothing to sneeze at, especially for the millions of people in the United States who suffer through the spring and fall with watery eyes, a runny nose, and itchy throat. Ad. And allergies are likely to get ... Flag as irrelevant
	WAFF Doctors warn flu season is on the rise WAFF Dr. Wes Stubblefield with the Alabama Public Health Department says the flu and COVID-19 have the same symptoms and can get you sick the same way. "COVID and Flu spread almost exactly the same ... Flag as irrelevant
	Kirksville Daily Express and Daily News Seasonal fly vaccine drive-through to be held Wednesday in Kirksville Kirksville Daily Express and Daily News The Adair County Health Department hosts its annual administration of the seasonal flu vaccine at a drive-through at the NEMO Fairgrounds on Wednesday, Oct. 5, from 11 a.m. through 6 p.m. so long as supplies last. The Health Department has a limited ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net What are the challenges of COVID-19 vaccination and herd immunity? News-Medical.net Globally more than 6.5 million deaths have occurred due to COVID-19. Multiple COVID-19 outbreaks have been witnessed, primarily due to the mutant variants of the causal virus, severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). Limiting the ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Is it safe to breastfeed after the COVID-19 mRNA vaccination? News-Medical.net The general panic caused by the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic spurred the demand for a safe and effective vaccine. Just a year after the initial report of a novel coronavirus emerging in Wuhan, China, later named the severe acute ... Flag as irrelevant
	KXAN.com Austin Public Health expands monkeypox vaccine eligibility in line with federal guidance KXAN.com AUSTIN (KXAN) — After U.S. health leaders expanded eligibility requirements for the monkeypox vaccine, Austin Public Health said it's following suit and offering the shot to those same at-risk populations. This comes as APH said it confirmed its first ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Nursing home study shows 4th COVID mRNA dose provides extra protection against severe Omicron outcomes News-Medical.net In a recent study posted to the medRxiv* preprint server, researchers in Canada assessed the effectiveness of protection elicited by the fourth dose of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) mRNA vaccine. Long-term care (LTC) residents vaccinated with ... Flag as irrelevant
	Manchester Evening News Greater Manchester covid hospital admissions rise 50 per cent in a week fuelling 'new wave' fears Manchester Evening News The number of patients admitted to hospital with Covid-19 has jumped in the biggest rise since the peak of the last wave of infection, sparking fears that a new wave could be upon us in time for a potential "twindemic" of both coronavirus and flu. Flag as irrelevant
	Liverpool Echo Mayor of Liverpool Joanne Anderson speaks out on breast cancer diagnosis Liverpool Echo Mayor Anderson was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year after a routine screening. She underwent surgery and has since undergone a course of radiotherapy. Writing in a blog, the city leader said: ... Flag as irrelevant
	Los Angeles Times It's Time To Get Your Flu Shot and Your COVID-19 Booster – Get Both in One Appointment nyc.gov With the updated COVID-19 bivalent booster now in New York City, residents are encouraged to receive their booster with their annual flu vaccine in the same appointment, for maximum coverage against both viruses this season. Flag as irrelevant
	Hindustan Times How PCOS affects your mental health: Expert shares insights Hindustan Times How does PCOS affect your mental health? Neurotransmitters are chemicals that send signals throughout the brain and nervous system. Serotonin is a chemical messenger within the nervous system that is associated with positive feelings. In people ... Flag as irrelevant
	UPI.com Eating refined grains may bring on heart disease earlier, study says UPI.com Oct. 3 (UPI) -- Eating lots of refined grains, such as white bread and white rice, is similar to consuming a diet full of sugars and oils, and linked to a higher risk of premature coronary artery disease, a new study says. Advertisement. Flag as irrelevant
	WKBW-TV Local experts say October is the "optimal" time to get your flu shot WKBW-TV BUFFALO (WKBW) — October is here, and flu season is right around the corner. 7 News Anchor Jeff Russo spoke with Dr. Timothy Murphy, an infectious disease expert, and a Distinguished Professor of Medicine at the University at Buffalo, about flu shots ... Flag as irrelevant
	News 12 Westchester Health department urges New Yorkers to get flu shots and COVID-19 boosters News 12 Westchester Doctors with SUNY downstate say it is safe to get both shots together. They also say side effects like tiredness and soreness are normal. "Double vaccination is common, even for children. Getting both ... Flag as irrelevant
	ETHealthworld.com Smartwatches could help detect and track COVID - here's what the research shows ETHealthworld.com UK: Wearable technologies such as smartwatches and activity trackers have attracted lots of interest over the past few years around their potential to monitor our health. During the pandemic, attention has turned to whether these wearable devices could ... Flag as irrelevant
	FOX13 Memphis Flu shots now available at all SCHD public health clinics FOX13 Memphis Vaccines are free for those with health insurance. For those without insurance, a sliding fee scale is available. Vaccination against the influenza virus is recommended for anyone over ... Flag as irrelevant
	Wiltshire Live More than 500 new Covid cases across Wiltshire and Swindon as rates spike Wiltshire Live The data below has been taken from the government's interactive website, on the latest figures from the seven-day period ending on September 24. Please note that although case rates are rising in many areas, the total number of cases in each area remains ... Flag as irrelevant
	LAist Ah-Choo! A Tough Flu Season Is Coming. When You Should Get Your Shot LAist A nurse prepares to administer a flu vaccination shot to a woman at a free clinic held at a Lakewood library October 2020. (Mario Tama. /. Getty Images). Flag as irrelevant
	Economic Times Secret to a healthy life! A handful of walnuts can control BP, keep heart diseases at bay Economic Times This magic nut can aid overall health. iStock Walnuts are rich in antioxidants and plant-based omega-3 fatty acid. Related. Flag as irrelevant
	The Philadelphia Inquirer 'Do I have to get a flu shot?' Your flu questions answered. The Philadelphia Inquirer The flu is poised for a comeback this year after two seasons in the shadows of the COVID-19 pandemic. Influenza circulates year-round in the United States but the virus is most active in the winter. Cases usually start climbing in October or November, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Earth.com Bears are not carnivores, and they crave a healthy diet Earth.com "Bears are not carnivores in the strictest sense like a cat where they consume a high-protein diet," said study lead author Professor Charles Robbins. "In zoos forever, whether it's polar bears, brown bears or sloth bears, the recommendation has been to ... Flag as irrelevant
	Earth.com Refined grains increase the risk of heart disease Earth.com Premature coronary artery disease (PCAD) is characterized by an atherosclerotic narrowing of coronary arteries in males under 55 years old and females under 65. While it often starts as an asymptomatic heart disease, it may later on lead to angina ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Washington Post Ex-judge opens COVID inquiry into UK handling of pandemic The Washington Post LONDON — A retired judge opened a public inquiry on Tuesday into how Britain handled the coronavirus pandemic, saying bereaved families and those who suffered would be at the heart of the proceedings. Former Court of Appeal judge Heather Hallett said ... Flag as irrelevant
	Livescience.com Fungi grow inside cancerous tumors, scientists discover Livescience.com Not every single tumor tissue sample tested positive for fungus, but overall, the team did find fungi in all 35 cancer types assessed. "Some tumors had no fungi at all, and ... Flag as irrelevant
	ThePrint Immunologic defect may leave some vulnerable to rare bacterial infection Science Daily Everyone breathes in Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) bacteria from time to time, but most people don't get sick. These bacteria, cousins of the deadly Mycobacterium tuberculosis, tend to live out their harmless little lives in food, soil, water, or dust. Flag as irrelevant

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