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	health Daily update ⋅ December 9, 2022
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	CNN What to know about the triple threat of influenza, Covid and RSV CNN To guide us through these questions, I spoke with CNN Medical Analyst Dr. Leana Wen, an emergency physician, public health expert and professor of health policy and management at the George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health. Flag as irrelevant
	Medscape More Warnings of Substantial Rise in Type 2 Diabetes in Youth Medscape Xie and colleagues examined data from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019, which approximated the mortality, disability-adjusted life-years (DALYs), and incidence linked with over 360 injuries and diseases. Flag as irrelevant
	Healthline Strep A Outbreak: What to Know About Symptoms, Risks, and Treatments Healthline Step A is a bacteria that causes a myriad of conditions including scarlet fever and strep throat. Invasive Group A Strep has been linked to a number of recent deaths in UK children; Common treatments include antibiotics like amoxicillin. Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times 2-Minute Bursts of Movement Can Have Big Health Benefits The New York Times A new study confirms that you don't have to do a hard workout to reap the longevity rewards of exercise. ... Two people run up a set of stairs overlooking a beach with the sun behind them ... Sign up for the Well newsletter, for Times subscribers only. Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times FDA Authorizes Updated Covid Shots for Children as Young as 6 Months The New York Times WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday expanded eligibility for the updated coronavirus shots to children as young as 6 months old, the latest step to make the retooled doses available to more Americans. Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News At least 63 children are sick with measles in Ohio ABC News An ongoing measles outbreak in central Ohio has ballooned to 63 cases as of Thursday. Twenty-five children have been hospitalized. The state's health system is also fighting the surge in respiratory illness — flu, RSV and COVID-19. Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Vitamin D Might Help Shield the Aging Brain U.S. News & World Report Researchers found that when older adults had higher levels of vitamin D in their brain tissue, they tended to perform better on standard tests of memory and thinking. They were also less likely to have dementia or milder cognitive impairments. Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News CDC report shows how infectious mpox is and how important vaccination was in stemming outbreak ABC News Mpox cases have dropped dramatically since August. A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ... Flag as irrelevant
	MedPage Today Brain Vitamin D Tied to Cognitive Function MedPage Today Higher concentrations of 25(OH)D3 -- the main form of vitamin D assessed in the study -- in four areas of the brain were tied to 25% to 33% lower odds of dementia or mild cognitive impairment, according to Sarah Booth, PhD, of Tufts University in Boston, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Smithsonian Dogs Are Impacted by an Intense Flu Season, Too Smithsonian A surge in canine influenza cases has likely resulted from changes in human behavior due to relaxed Covid-19 guidelines. Jacquelyne Germain. Staff contributor. December 8, 2022 1:07 p.m.. GettyImages-56316159.jpg The highly contagious virus is ... Flag as irrelevant
	Healthline Scientists Finally Figure Out Why You're More Likely to Get Sick in Cold Weather Healthline New research has found that cold temperatures lower immunity in the nose and make us more susceptible to viruses. A drop in nasal tissue temperature of just 5° C reduced immune response by almost half. The findings help explain why we're more prone to ... Flag as irrelevant
	Today.com Short bursts of vigorous activity can reduce risk of early death, study finds Today.com Multiple one to two minute bursts of vigorous activity — such as climbing flights of stairs or running for a bus — each day can reduce the risk of premature death, a new study shows. In good news for those who hate the gym, the new study finds that ... Flag as irrelevant
	Healio Alternative HF therapies could worsen symptoms, interact with prescribed medications Healio "People rarely tell their health care team about their use of supplements or other alternative therapies unless specifically asked, and they may not be aware of the possibility of interactions with prescription medicines or other effects on their health. Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News "Tripledemic" of flu, RSV and COVID-19 strains hospitals, worries doctors as cases spike CBS News At Mass General Hospital for Children, the pediatric ICU is at full capacity. Most patients there are on oxygen or ventilators. "This past year has been unlike any other years in the past, with RSV season starting way, much earlier," said Dr. Laura ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Hill Jynneos vaccine offers strong protection against mpox infection: CDC The Hill Vaccination with the Jynneos smallpox vaccine was found to offer strong protection against mpox infection after one or two doses, according to a study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), providing some of the first ... Flag as irrelevant
	Los Angeles Times FDA clears updated COVID-19 vaccines for kids under age 5 Los Angeles Times Children under age 6 who've already gotten two original doses of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine can get a single booster of Moderna's updated formula if it's been at least two months since their last shot. Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times The Covid Pandemic's Hidden Casualties: Pregnant Women The New York Times A pregnant woman sitting in a chair in the aisle of a drugstore. A health. Only 70 percent of women completed the primary vaccination series for Covid before or during pregnancy, and only 14 ... Flag as irrelevant
	WUSA9.com List of bivalent booster side effects same as earlier COVID shots WUSA9.com WASHINGTON — Even as doctors warn of a possible "tripledemic" of COVID-19, RSV and the flu, this morning the CDC reports just 12.7% of Americans aged 5 and older have received the updated coronavirus booster shots. Right now, a shot specifically ... Flag as irrelevant
	Texas Public Radio Clinical trial for first Alzheimer's drug with affect on cognitive decline looks for South Texas recruits Texas Public Radio Doctors may eventually be able to diagnose "preclinical" Alzheimer's in patients who have abnormal brain scans but who aren't yet showing behavioral symptoms of the disease. Get TPR's ... Flag as irrelevant
	Kansas City Star Flu, RSV, COVID spiking in Kansas and Missouri. Hospitals reaching capacity Kansas City Star How are hospitals holding up against the surge in viral illness? As of Thursday morning, the University of Kansas Health System reported having 45 patients with active COVID-19 infections, five of whom are ... Flag as irrelevant
	pressherald.com Health officials warn that Maine is facing a potent flu season pressherald.com The Maine Department of Health and Human Services said all 16 counties are seeing 'a sustained increase in flu activity,' and reported cases and hospitalizations have both climbed steeply over the past couple of weeks. By Dennis HoeyStaff Writer. Flag as irrelevant
	MedPage Today Can Just Minutes of Daily Activity Prolong Life? MedPage Today Even short bouts of physical activity in an otherwise sedentary lifestyle were associated with a significantly lower risk for dying, researchers reported. In a study of more than 25,000 older adults who didn't regularly exercise, engaging in a median ... Flag as irrelevant
	KCRA Sacramento Person dies from influenza in El Dorado County for first time since 2020 KCRA Sacramento "Besides COVID-19, cases of other respiratory illnesses are occurring in much greater numbers this fall than we've seen in several years," Williams said in a release. "Continued vigilance to prevent the spread of infectious illnesses in our communities ... Flag as irrelevant
	Kennebec Journal & Morning Sentinel Health officials warn that Maine is facing a potent flu season Kennebec Journal & Morning Sentinel The Maine Department of Health and Human Services said all 16 counties are seeing 'a sustained increase in flu activity,' and reported cases and hospitalizations have both climbed steeply over the past couple of weeks. Flag as irrelevant
	WHSV Flu, RSV, and COVID-19 ahead of the year-end holidays WHSV HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - In the weeks leading up to the year-end holidays, we are still seeing a spike in respiratory illnesses across the nation. Just last week, the commonwealth was experiencing a very high level of flu-like activity and that is ... Flag as irrelevant
	Toledo Blade UTMC infectious disease expert shares how to stay safe during flu season Toledo Blade While cold weather generally coincides with a spike in respiratory illnesses including influenza, Ellis and other experts say this year is shaping up to be the worst we've seen since before COVID-19. Masking ... Flag as irrelevant
	WKBW-TV Protected immunity from COVID-19 leads to uptick in other respiratory illnesses in New York WKBW-TV For almost three years we've been protecting ourselves from COVID-19 by masking up and isolating, but doctors say it is now leading to an uptick in cases of other respiratory viruses and infections. "Because of the measure we used during the pandemic ... Flag as irrelevant
	Niagara Frontier Publications NCDOH: Extremely high numbers of flu cases & increase in cases much earlier than typical flu season Niagara Frontier Publications It takes about two weeks after vaccination for antibodies that protect against flu to fully develop in the body. CDC data indicate the 2022-23 seasonal flu vaccine is a good match to protect against the currently circulating flu viruses. Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News Flu hospitalizations, school outbreaks tick down slightly CBS News MINNEAPOLIS -- Flu season is still in full force, according to the latest figures from the Minnesota Department of Health.. The new weekly report out Thursday shows Minnesota's number of new cases is far ahead of recent years. Flag as irrelevant
	wreg.com MS hospitals pushed to the limit with flu, COVID-19, RSV cases wreg.com MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) — The Mississippi State Department of Health says flu, COVID-19, and RSV cases are pushing hospitals to the limit. With the holiday season just weeks away and as many families prepare for gatherings, the state of Mississippi is ... Flag as irrelevant
	KRON4 RSV vs. flu vs. COVID-19: What symptoms to look out for this winter KRON4 Chadha said RSV has the potential to cause severe illness in infants and children, especially babies born premature, with congenital heart or lung problems for those under any medical treatment that can weaken their immune systems. Flag as irrelevant
	Indiana Public Media 'Tripledemic': what is it and how to stay safe Indiana Public Media A surge of viruses following Thanksgiving gatherings has left hospitals struggling to accommodate for more patients. The 2022 "tripledemic" refers to COVID-19 in combination with seasonal influenza and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), said Kristen ... Flag as irrelevant
	KARE11.com Flu hospitalizations down slightly, but flu activity still high across Minnesota KARE11.com RSV hospitalizations have also declined for the fourth consecutive week, according to MDH data, with the bulk of the hospitalized patients being age four or younger. Influenza vaccination rates remain lower than usual; ... Flag as irrelevant
	Inside Precision Medicine Fact, overdiagnosis cannot be evaluated by comparing histological grading of prostate biopsy to prostatectomy specimen Nature.com In our opinion, the analysis, and the conclusion of limited downgrading from multiparametric MRI biopsies to radical prostatectomy (RP) specimen does not change that [1]. It is interesting to study the grade and stage migration, however, this has nothing ... Flag as irrelevant
	WUWM Health care workers recommend flu vaccines amid rising hospitalizations WUWM Milwaukee Health Department vaccine clinics are being held at the Northwest and Southside Health Centers, and Menomonee Valley Drive-Thru. Health care professionals are recommending vaccinations this holiday season as ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Independent Boy, 11, left fighting for life with Strep A after doctors misdiagnosed it as a 'pulled muscle' The Independent Photos taken by Chontelle Gosling, 34, show 11-year-old Sunnie strapped up to life-saving hospital equipment after he contracted the potentially fatal bacterial infection in July. Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Complementary, alternative therapies for heart failure have some benefits and potential risks News-Medical.net According to the statement, it's estimated that more than 30% of people with heart failure in the U.S. use complementary and alternative medicines. The statement defines complementary and alternative medicine therapy as medical practices, supplements ... Flag as irrelevant
	WGME 'It's not too late to protect yourself': Maine flu rates spike ahead of holidays WGME AUGUSTA (WGME) -- Maine is experiencing a sharp increase in influenza cases statewide. The Maine CDC is urging Mainers and visitors to take steps to stay healthy, including getting the flu vaccine. Also read: Challenging winter ahead as multiple Maine ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress Japanese dengue vaccine becomes second approved by EU Medical Xpress Japanese pharmaceutical company Takeda said the European Union had given the green light to its dengue fever vaccine, making it the second jab preventing the disease to be approved by the bloc. Mosquito-borne dengue can cause hemorrhagic fever and ... Flag as irrelevant
	WLS-TV How you can tell the differences between the flu, RSV & COVID-19 symptoms? WLS-TV CHICAGO (WLS) -- The U.S. is facing a surge of respiratory viruses, mainly driven by COVID-19, influenza and respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. Flu and RSV have appeared earlier than usual and have particularly affected children, leading to 78% of ... Flag as irrelevant
	GP online Strep A child deaths rise to 15 as government again denies antibiotic shortage GP online Data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) show an 'out of season increase' in scarlet fever and group A strep infections - with cases increasing sharply in recent weeks. Cases usually rise early in each new year. Flag as irrelevant
	Ynetnews Vaccines Are Effective Against Long COVID: Study WebMD When compared to people who got no vaccine at all, a single dose of Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, or the Janssen vaccine was 29% effective at preventing long COVID. The protection was strongest (35% effective) for those who were vaccinated before being ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net COVID-19 vaccines may reduce long-COVID symptoms News-Medical.net Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the causative pathogen of COVID-19, is a respiratory virus that primarily attacks pulmonary epithelial cells. Besides the respiratory tract, the virus infects several other organs, including the ... Flag as irrelevant
	KOB New Mexico health officials provide update on 'tripledemic' KOB David Scrase, acting cabinet secretary for the New Mexico Department of Health, says there's a chilling number of children on ventilators right now. According to a rep from UNM Children's Hospital, there are ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC10.com KXTV El Dorado County reports first flu death in nearly 3 years ABC10.com KXTV "Besides COVID-19, cases of other respiratory illnesses are occurring in much greater numbers this fall than we've seen in several years. Continued vigilance to prevent the spread of infectious illnesses in our communities remains important for everyone.". Flag as irrelevant
	CT Post Alternative therapies for heart failure may offer benefits, but some have risks CT Post Using complementary and alternative medicines to manage heart failure symptoms offers some benefits but also risks, according to a new science report from the American Heart Association. The scientific statement, published Thursday in the AHA journal ... Flag as irrelevant
	al.com Alabama flu deaths continue to rise: 21 adults, 3 children dead since October al.com The Alabama Department of Public Health reported 24 people, including three children, have died of flu-related illness since the virus began surging through the state in October. In its weekly flu report, ADPH noted that while the rate of spread has ... Flag as irrelevant
	Stylist Magazine Living with type 2 diabetes: why are women under 40 more at risk of developing diabetes now? Stylist Magazine Usually a midlife diagnosis, experts are warning that being diagnosed with the disease during adolescence or early adulthood is more likely to produce adverse outcomes for diabetic and heart health. What's the difference between type 1 ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca Another 41 people in Saskatchewan died with COVID-19 over a 2-week period: CRISP report CBC.ca Deaths connected with COVID-19 continue to plague Saskatchewan, a new report shows. Between Nov. 20 and Dec. 3 another 41 people died while infected with the virus, according to the province's latest Community Respiratory Illness Surveillance Program ... Flag as irrelevant
	FOX 29 Philadelphia Dog owners should be alert for canine flu, as vets issue warnings to owners FOX 29 Philadelphia CENTER CITY - Veterinarians are sending out warnings regarding a highly contagious strain of dog flu and they are asking owners to get their dog a flu shot, as well as a booster. Dogs stick their heads in some strange places and that can lead to the ... Flag as irrelevant

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