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COVID-19 Could Reactivate Chronic Fatigue Symptoms, Study Says "Researchers found herpes viruses … circulating in unvaccinated patients who had experienced COVID. In patients with chronic fatigue syndrome, antibody responses were stronger, signaling an immune system struggling to fight off the lingering viruses," ...
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New Alzheimer's Blood Test Could Improve Diagnosis, Research Dec. 28, 2022 – Researchers have developed a blood test for Alzheimer's disease that could pave the way for better research and less invasive diagnosis of the disease. Scientists are particularly hopeful that the new test will facilitate a needed ...
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Is strep throat everywhere? It may seem that way. What you need to know. After COVID mitigation methods suppressed the usual seasonal surges from 2020-2021, the last few months have been marked by an uptick in RSV, flu and other respiratory viral illnesses in children. However, there ...
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Strep infections in children that can result in 'flesh-eating' disease becoming a concern The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has asked local clinicians to promptly report cases of Group A Streptococcus, including cases of necrotizing fasciitis and streptococcal toxic shock syndrome. Group A Streptococcus bacteria can cause more ...
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A Broward cat tested positive for rabies, and there's an alert. What it means for you Health officials have issued a rabies alert in Fort Lauderdale. The Florida Department of Health in Broward County issued the alert for portions of Fort Lauderdale Wednesday afternoon after a feral cat tested positive for the disease.
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Vascularized Islet Cell Implant Device for T1D Therapy Avoids Systemic Immunosuppression A coin-sized implantable device created by scientists at Houston Methodist Research Institute Department of Nanomedicine could drastically alter the course of treatment for type 1 diabetes (T1D). The team, headed by Alessandro Grattoni, PhD, ...
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As the market for new weight loss drugs soars, people with diabetes pay the price The drug that Jeremy Mitchell takes to manage his diabetes, Ozempic, has become a hot new weight loss fad, and now he's having trouble finding it. Mitchell, 39, of El Dorado, Kansas, was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2020. It runs in his family.
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Stem Cell Therapy May Slow MS Better Than Meds: Study By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). WEDNESDAY, Dec. 28, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- A new study is adding to evidence that people with multiple sclerosis can benefit from a type of stem cell transplant -- including some patients who are in a ...
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Northampton and Kettering General Hospital suspend visiting Two hospitals in Northamptonshire have suspended visiting for adult wards and asked patients to wear masks. Northampton and Kettering General Hospitals said the decision was due to a significant increase in Covid and flu cases.
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New app to help people eat five portions of fruit and veg a day A new app has been developed to help people reach the recommended target of eating five portions of fruits and vegetables a day. It tells users whether they are eating the right portion sizes, as well as the right foods, to meet the recommended ...
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10 reasons you are unable to sleep While increased dependency on gadgets after the pandemic has been seen to impact sleep patterns, psychological disorders like anxiety and depression among others also contribute to sleep problems. Most people require 7-8 hours of sleep per night.
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New blood test effectively detects biomarker of Alzheimer's disease: Pitt study Research scientists at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine developed a blood test to successfully detect a biomarker specific to Alzheimer's disease, according to a study published in Brain Dec. 27. This blood test is "cheaper, ...
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Type 2 diabetes 'reversed' by intermittent fasting: First human trial shows The study, titled "Effect of an Intermittent Calorie-restricted Diet on Type 2 Diabetes Remission: A Randomized Controlled Trial" came out December 14, 2022 in the prestigious Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism (JCEM), published by Oxford.
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Severe flu season's number of deaths climb higher LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — More than 17,800 positive flu tests have been reported to the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) by health care providers this flu season. As of Dec. 27, there have been 101 flu-related deaths, including one child.
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Two children in Scotland die with Strep A infection Strep A cases are usually mild, causing illness ranging from a sore throat to scarlet fever, but in rare occasions can develop into invasive Group A Strep (iGAS) infection. In ...
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Two children in Scotland die from Strep A Humza Yousaf, the health secretary, tweeted: "Every death is a tragedy, particularly those of young children, my thoughts with families & loved ones affected. Thankfully most cases of Strep A present as mild illness & can be treated with antibiotics.".
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Myths surrounding MMR vaccine may be contributing to Ohio measles outbreak DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The CDC reports recent studies showing a serious decline in measles vaccination rates among eligible children. Local health leaders believe the decline is due to myths surrounding the measles vaccine that could still be prevalent.
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Alveolar macrophages present as antigens to promote virus-specific CD8+ T cell expansion The human immune system is a highly complex network of cells, signals, and responses that is tightly regulated to ensure that the body can fight off infection without damaging its own tissues. Now, researchers from Japan report a new way in which the ...
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One year old girl dies the day after being sent home from A&E The parents of a little girl are absolutely heartbroken after she died the day after being sent home from A&E. Hayley Thompson, 22 months, was found unresponsive in bed and died in hospital the day after being sent home from the same A&E.
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Hunter Health encourages people to be aware of symptoms as respiratory virus cases continue into 2023 At some point this fall and winter, you've probably had a cough or a cold and possibly even something more. Dr. Caitlin Chiles with Hunter Health in east Wichita says like many other places, their clinic has seen several more RSV and flu cases this ...
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Flu cases very high in Washington: DOH urges everyone take precautions The Washington State Department of Health is informing Washingtonians that the flu is spreading at a high rate in Washington state right now. The current flu season is early this year, and flu deaths are at higher rates than usually seen at this point ...
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What are the long-term consequences following COVID-19 and other viral respiratory infections? Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, an increasing number of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) patients have experienced persistent and long-lasting symptoms that linger for far longer than the typical duration ...
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Nitrite-cured meat again linked to increased cancer risk Researchers from Queen's University Belfast are calling for the ban of nitrite-cured meat after a new study found a substantial link with colorectal cancer. The study saw mice fed nitrite-cured meat develop significantly more tumors than animals fed ...
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Respiratory viruses could surge following the holidays Public health experts fear a surge in respiratory viruses following holiday gatherings and New Year's Eve celebrations. They're concerned about three viruses in particular: the Flu, Covid-19, and Respiratory Syncytial virus, or RSV.
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Scientific study identifies how men with prostate cancer can live longer Just one work-out can help suppress cancer, a new study suggests. Scientists discovered a single bout of exercise can suppress tumour growth and actively fight cancerous cells - even in those with incurable, advanced cancer.
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COVID And Flu Cases Rise Across Fulton County The Fulton County Board of Health (FCBOH) is encouraging all residents to take the proper precautions to ensure their health and wellbeing in the New Year. FCBOH epidemiologists have noticed an increase in both COVID-19 and influenza cases across the ...
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Latest developments in COVID-19 research As COVID-19 continues to evolve, researchers are still on the lookout for new ways to protect against the virus. Drug Target Review brings you some of the most recent pre-clinical developments. Coronavirus vaccine vector background. Covid-19 corona ...
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New wearable device may enhance PTSD treatment experience : Study Washington: Researchers have developed a wristwatch-like wearable device to enhance the effects of prolonged exposure therapy, a common, evidence-based treatment for patients with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). As a wearable device, ...
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Shortage Reported For Children's Meds Hospitals are seeing an uptick in RSV, influenza and COVID-19 in children, and that has led to shortages in children's Tylenol, children's ibuprofen and other medications. According to the Consumer Healthcare Products Association ...
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China Covid pivot sparks jitters worldwide The move was greeted with jubilation by Chinese citizens, who rushed to book international flights, triggering a surge in ticket prices. Hospitals and crematoriums across China continue to be overwhelmed by an influx of mostly elderly ...
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US to Require Negative Covid Tests for Travelers Coming From China The Biden administration, fearful that a surge of coronavirus infections in Beijing could spawn a new and more dangerous variant, announced on Wednesday that it will require travelers from China, including Hong Kong and Macau, to present negative ...
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US Woman Dies Of Flu, Doctors Call It "One In A Million Case" In a shocking incident, a 36-year-old woman in the United States abruptly died of flu despite having no history of health issues, according to a report in Independent. Price Merepol McMahon from Wellesley, Massachusetts, lived near Boston with her ...
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Flu cases very high in Washington: DOH urges everyone take precautions #DOH strongly recommends everyone aged 6 months and older get the flu vaccine as soon as possible. It can help keep individuals from getting severe illness or spreading the disease and prevent hospitalizations in an already strained healthcare system.
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Eleni Haritonos: The young Cypriot woman to join NASA Twenty-two-year old Eleni Haritonos will join NASA Glenn Research Center in Ohio as of January 2023. The Center designs and develops innovative technology to advance NASA's missions in aeronautics and space exploration. NASA recently accepted her ...
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