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Pancreatic Cancer Vaccine Shows Promise in Small Trial On Wednesday, the scientists reported results that defied the long odds. The vaccine provoked an immune response in half of the patients treated, and those people showed no relapse of their cancer during the course of the study, a finding that outside ...
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TB Cases Rise in US, Particularly Among Young Children May 9, 2023 -- Tuberculosis cases in the United States rose last year, particularly among young children, the Centers for Disease control says in a new report. Last year 8,300 cases were identified in the country, the CDC says.
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Women should start screening for breast cancer at age 40 instead of 50, health task force says in draft recommendation Some groups, such as the American Cancer Society, already have been recommending for women to start mammograms in their 40s.
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Head-to-Head Study Finds Which Diabetes Meds Are Best for the Heart By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). TUESDAY, May 9, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- There are many medications for type 2 diabetes, but one class may stand out for protecting the heart, a new study suggests. The study, of thousands of U.S. veterans ...
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Millions of people are prescribed antidepressants for chronic pain. Do they work? The review found that only one antidepressant, duloxetine, was effective for short-term pain relief based on the available evidence. South_agency/E+/Getty Images.
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Haemophilus influenzae confirmed at Marcus Garvey Academy The Detroit Health Department has confirmed four cases of a bacterial infection at a Detroit school that closed temporarily last week because of an increase in illnesses among an undisclosed number of children. The Detroit Health Department identified ...
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Uptick Seen in Mpox Cases in Chicago By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). TUESDAY, May 9, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- While the mpox outbreak has been waning since last summer, it hasn't disappeared yet. Howard Brown Health, a LGBTQ-focused health clinic in Chicago, ...
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Child tests positive for measles in Maine, officials say; state's first case since 2019 The child, who received a dose of the measles vaccine, is considered to be "infectious out of an abundance of caution," state health officials said in the release last week. The state CDC ...
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Anxiety, PTSD and Depression Can Increase Heart Attack Risk in People Under 40 New research has highlighted mental health's influence on heart disease risk. A study found people with mental health disorders were up to three times more likely to experience heart health concerns. Mental disorders may influence heart health through ...
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Toxins From Grilling, Smoking & Car Exhaust Could Raise Odds for Rheumatoid Arthritis By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). WEDNESDAY, May 10, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Toxic chemicals that develop from car exhaust, smoking and backyard grilling might increase your risk of developing the autoimmune disease rheumatoid ...
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In Reversal, USPSTF Draft Recommendation Calls for Breast Cancer Screening at Age 40 The USPSTF statement, said that although the task force, "has consistently recognized the lifesaving value of mammography, we previously recommended that women in their 40s make an individual decision about when to start screening based on their health ...
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Mental illness in young adults tied to heart attack, stroke risk In an analysis of Korean National Health Insurance Service (NHIS) data, researchers also found that depression and insomnia were linked to greater risks for MI and stroke in women than men.
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Gut microbiome may influence pancreatic cancer survival Stool from long-term survivors of pancreatic adenocarcinoma had an increased relative abundance of the bacterial species Faecalibacterium prausnitzii and Akkermansia mucinophilia, according to data published in Cancer. Both species have previously been ...
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First RSV Vaccine for Older Adults Approved in US The shot to combat the potentially deadly virus could be available in the fall, pending a green light from the CDC. Will Sullivan. May 9, 2023 1:28 p.m.. An image of the RSV virus An electron micrograph of the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), ...
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She had 'freckles' in her eyes but never noticed them. They turned into melanoma During an eye exam last year, Marilyn Hillman's ophthalmologist noticed freckles in her eyes, and the doctor recommended Hillman follow up with an ocular oncologist. That's when she learned her right eye had ocular melanoma, a type of cancer that ...
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Poor diabetes care may be behind 7000 excess deaths Delayed health checks among people with diabetes may have contributed to 7,000 more deaths than usual in England last year, a charity report suggests. The routine checks help cut the risk of serious complications like amputations and heart attacks.
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Women should start breast cancer screening at age 40 instead of 50, health task force Some groups, such as the American Cancer Society, already have been recommending for women to start mammograms in their 40s. "Our new task force recommendation is recommending that women start screening with mammography for breast ...
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Your Soap Might Make You More Attractive To Mosquitoes—Here's Why A new study suggests certain soap brands—including Dove and Simple Truth—can make people more likely to get bitten by mosquitoes, though results varied depending on a person's personal body odor profile. TOPSHOT-COLOMBIA-SCIENCE-HEALTH-ZIKA-VIRUS.
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Minnesota leads US in wild bird deaths caused by avian flu The widespread avian flu outbreak that began more than a year ago is still circulating among wild birds and mammals in the United States. But cases have greatly slowed in Minnesota, with the virus causing only three confirmed wildlife deaths in the ...
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Rare Microbes Capable of Digesting Plastic At Low Temperatures Found in the Snowy Swiss Alps and the Arctic! Microorganisms, be it viruses, bacteria or fungi, tend to grab global headlines for all the wrong reasons more often than not. Imagine how gutted a 'good microbe' would feel if its only claim to fame is through the deeds of its notorious counterparts.
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AAP's obesity guidance sparks increased 'online debate' among physicians A 15-month analysis of conversations regarding pediatric obesity among health care professionals online showed that new clinical guidance from the AAP spurred significant debate. Analysts at the digital insights consultancy Creation Healthcare examined ...
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Overweight Boys May Be Grow Up to Be Less Fertile Men By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). WEDNESDAY, May 10, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Men who were overweight as boys may have infertility issues in adulthood, according to new research. Researchers studying the issue of male infertility, ...
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Depression Countered by Restoring Brain Signals That Process Smells "Although the etiology of major depressive disorder remains poorly understood, reduced gamma oscillations is an emerging biomarker," wrote the researchers. "Olfactory bulbectomy, an established model of depression that reduces limbic gamma oscillations, ...
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Potential Found to Counter Depression by Restoring Key Brain Rhythm Study Proposes Role for Gamma Oscillations in Future Treatment. NEW YORK, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Led by researchers from NYU Grossman School of Medicine and University of Szeged in Hungary, a new study in mice and rats found that restoring certain ...
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As Summer Nears, Illinois Officials Spread Awareness of Dangers of Tick-Borne Illnesses As part of the Illinois Department of Public Health's informational campaign during Lyme Disease Awareness Month, officials are urging residents to take precautions and to stay alert while enjoying the outdoors this summer.
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'Does ALS hurt?' How I describe ALS symptoms and progression However, as the disease spread down my arms and into my hands, I began to experience severe cramps and discomfort. I felt as if I had written "Moby-Dick" by hand, and my forearms and hands would severely cramp due to muscle atrophy.
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Experts lower recommended age for mammograms from 50 to 40 RIDGEFIELD, N.J. -- Experts are revising guidance on when women should get screened for breast cancer and say the change in recommendations could save countless lives. Olivia Summer Hutcherson has been dancing her whole life. Now, she's passing on that ...
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Brain PET Study Suggests Link Between Early Amyloid Accumulation and Repetitive Subconcussive Trauma After five months of exposure to repeated blast events, the majority of nine otherwise healthy military instructors had significantly increased amyloid deposition in the brain, according to positron emission tomography (PET) findings from a new study.
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Are egg yolks bad for cholesterol, do they increase risk of heart disease? Eggs are a staple in the Indian diet and it's common knowledge that they are a rich source of protein and other essential nutrients. However, one persistent myth that has circulated for years is that egg yolks are bad for heart health.
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Carotid Artery Stenosis: A Look Into the Diagnostic and Management Strategies, and Related Complications Carotid stenosis (CS) is a buildup of atherosclerotic plaque within the artery leading to a wide range of symptoms, from mild symptoms, including blurred vision and confusion, to much more life-threatening presentations, including paralysis due to ...
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Calmer COVID period continues for Ottawa Eight more local COVID deaths have been reported. The latest. Ottawa's pandemic trends are generally low and stable, and some are dropping, according to Ottawa Public Health (OPH). OPH ...
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Postoperative Pulmonary Complications and Perioperative Strategies: A Systematic Review This systematic review aims to present the evidence that supports our comprehension of PPCs and emphasize the circumstances that necessitate the use of postoperative noninvasive ventilation (PNIV) or re-intubation with postoperative mechanical ventilation ...
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Study shows the power of gamma enhancement as potential approach for countering depression Disease-causing changes in the timing and strength of gamma signals, potentially caused by infections, trauma, or drugs, from the olfactory bulb to other brain regions of the limbic system, such as the piriform cortex and hippocampus, may alter emotions.
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Lupus and Pregnancy: Advancements in Research and Future Directions Lupus: a chronic disease that disproportionately impacts women. Women with lupus are no longer counseled not to get pregnant. Increased risks in pregnancy caused by lupus. Improving health outcomes in pregnant women with lupus
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Boosting gut health with short-chain fatty acids The intestinal microbiota plays critical roles in preserving health, including barrier effects against pathogenic organisms, immune system maturation and functioning, dietary intake regulation, and nutrient absorption. Gut microbial dysbiosis has been ...
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Data from Argonne's Advanced Photon Source provides foundation for first US approved RSV vaccine Arexvy has been shown to prevent severe illness brought on by respiratory syncytial virus, which affects millions every year. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Arexvy for people 60 years old or older.
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Practical steps for the self-employed to help manage stress Simply Business has partnered with Mental Health at Work, a programme curated by Mind, to support the UK's self-employed with their mental health and wellbeing. Together we surveyed more than 700 small business owners to understand their challenges.
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Be Stroke Smart - Learn Warning Signs and Act Fast Strokes — brain damage caused by a lack of blood flow — are the number one cause of long-term disability in the U.S with one in six people being affected. Fairfax County has been proclaimed as ...
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What Happens to Your Brain and Body When You Exercise 3 Kinds of Exercise to Fit into Your Week · Aerobic exercise gets your heart pumping for optimal oxygen and nutrient circulation to your body. · Strength training builds lean muscles and helps you maintain the strength and mobility you need to do the things ...
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Scientists recommend eliminating unnecessary use of quaternary ammonium compounds The COVID-19 pandemic has boosted the unnecessary use of antimicrobial chemicals linked to health problems, antimicrobial resistance, and environmental harm, warn more than two dozen scientists in the peer-reviewed journal Environmental Science ...
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Fentanyl Testing Strips Are Illegal in Many States — but That's Changing The potent opioid fentanyl is driving a dramatic increase in overdose deaths — and health experts agree that rapid testing strips can save lives. Still, access remains limited. Here's what's at stake.
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Lupus and Beyond: Exploring the Common Comorbidities of this Autoimmune Disease Lupus and cardiovascular disease. Lupus and skin complications. Lupus and kidney disease. Lupus and infections. Lupus and metabolic syndrome. Lupus and cancer. Lupus and thyroid disorders. Lupus and fibromyalgia. Lupus and mental health. References
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Do allergies impact mental health? Here's what the research says. Millions of Americans suffer from seasonal allergies, and a growing body of research suggests there may be a link between those allergies and mood disorders like anxiety and depression, Christina Caron reports for the New York Times' "Well." ...
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New study led by Brown researchers sheds light on incidental findings in lung cancer screening Standardizing reporting of abnormalities could minimize mortality, healthcare costs and unnecessary medical interventions. PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University]—When patients receive a low-dose computed tomography screen for lung cancer, doctors can see ...
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Toward Comprehensive Care for Long Covid Three years into the Covid pandemic, SARS-CoV-2 is still with us. As the virus evolves, it continues to pose a health threat in terms of both acute infections (or reinfections) and postacute sequelae. In regard to the former, there is evidence that ...
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Enhancing Alzheimer Disease Clinical Trials With Predictive Machine Learning Models: Ali Ezzati, MD The enrollment of patients who are unlikely to show meaningful cognitive decline with placebo may make it more difficult to show the benefits of active treatment for cognition. Recent research used data from the placebo arm of 5 phase ...
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In small study, weight loss drug boosts immune cells that help fight cancer Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have become immensely popular for their ability to help people with obesity lose weight. A new small study suggests they may also be useful in fighting cancer. Prior research has shown that people with obesity have ...
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Restoring Gamma Wave Signals Could Counter Depression Researchers used a reversible method to switch off the communication between the olfactory bulb and partner brain regions, which induced depressive behaviors in mice and rats. The researchers used a device to restore gamma signals of the ...
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Highly processed foods may be dangerous for your brain While the consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) has been linked to negative physical health outcomes such as a heightened risk of diabetes, obesity, and cancer, recent research suggests they may also have a significant impact on the health of ...
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First UK baby with DNA from three people born after new IVF procedure Because the embryos combine sperm and egg from the biological parents with tiny battery-like structures called mitochondria from the donor's egg, the resulting baby has DNA from the mother and father as usual, plus a small amount of genetic material – ...
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