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Peru is reeling from record case counts of dengue fever. What's driving the outbreak? On top of the headache, upset stomach and aching joints, she bled from her gums after coming down last month with the mosquito-borne virus in Piura. That's the city of 600,000 residents in northern Peru that is the epicenter of the Andean nation's record- ...
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New Study Finds Preventable Deaths Rose During Pandemic Avoidable deaths from treatable health conditions such as diabetes and heart disease increased significantly during the pandemic, according to a new report by the Commonwealth Fund. By Steven Ross Johnson. |. June 22, 2023. By Steven Ross Johnson.
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CDC advisors recommend RSV vaccine approval. What it means for older adults During a meeting, the agency's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices looked at clinical trial data for two vaccines, one by Pfizer and the other by GSK. Short of a full recommendation, the committee said adults ...
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What Are the Different Types of Lower Back Surgery? The type of back surgery you may need depends on what's causing your back pain. Procedures that treat compression of the spinal cord, such as laminectomy and spinal fusion, are among the most common lower back surgeries.
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids Tied to Slower ALS Progression — Alpha-linolenic acid linked with less functional decline, lower risk of death · The findings extend earlier work that suggested increased dietary intake of omega-3s, particularly ALA, may · The study evaluated 449 participants with ALS who had plasma ...
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People With Blocked Arteries May Be at Higher Risk for Stroke While Exercising New research found an increased heart rate can lead to a stroke in patients with highly blocked carotid arteries. But for patients without blockage or minimal blockage, exercise helped maintain healthy blood flow. Further research is needed to ...
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1.3 Billion People Worldwide Could Have Diabetes by 2050 By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). FRIDAY, June 23, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Diabetes is skyrocketing, with more than 500 million people of all ages living with the disease today and the number of cases worldwide projected to hit 1.3 ...
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Drug shows potential as treatment for cannabis use disorder AEF0117 decreased cannabis use and positive mood effects in daily users. · The drug was also well tolerated and did not affect sleep or food intake.
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Climate change leads to growing risk of mosquito-borne viral diseases, EU agency says European Union officials say there is a growing risk of mosquito-borne viral diseases such as dengue and chikungunya in Europe due to climate change. ByJAN M. OLSEN Associated Press. June 22, 2023, 2:01 AM. Climate Change Mosquito Diseases.
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When Does Menopause Start? What to Expect at Any Age By Sue Benzuly, RN HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). THURSDAY, June 22, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Menopause is a natural phase in a woman's life. If you suspect you are experiencing symptoms, you may wonder at what age does menopause start.
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Hairy Moles May Contain the Cure for Baldness: Study June 22, 2023 – Researchers may have discovered the elusive cure to baldness in an unlikely place: those unsightly hairs that sometimes grow out of skin moles. Researchers found that a specific molecule in those hairy moles "causes normally dormant and ...
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Trial to take new look at minimally invasive vs. open surgery for early cervical cancer Researchers at The Ohio State University have launched an international clinical trial that will compare minimally invasive robotic surgery with open surgery for women undergoing radical hysterectomy for cervical cancer.
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Atlanta providers feel better prepared for possibility of new mpox cases Unlike with last summer's outbreak, tests and vaccinations are readily available, which puts the focus on keeping the disease at bay through these preventative measures. The CDC is continuing to push public health agencies to vaccinate more people in order ...
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COVID vaccination not tied to ovarian reserve change for women seeking fertility treatment "The findings offer reassurance to women of reproductive age who might be worried about the potential impacts of the COVID-19 vaccination on their fertility," Liubin Yang, MD, PhD, fellow physician in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at Baylor ...
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'Alarming' Rise in Diabetes Globally by 2050 Study The growing numbers of people with diabetes is in part driven by rising obesity, and in part by demographic shifts: Prevalence is higher among older adults, the study showed. The data from 204 countries does not ...
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Cancer Can Take Financial Toll on a Survivors' Kids: Study By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). FRIDAY, June 23, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Cancer affects families in numerous ways, and kids whose parents have had cancer are more likely to be hungry and to go without everyday essentials than their ...
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Mosquito pool tests positive for West Nile Virus in San Antonio Metro Health suggests the following safety measures to help cut down on mosquito populations: · Spraying insect repellent on clothing (mosquitoes can bite through thin clothing) · Insect repellents should not be used on young infants.
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CDC Urges International Travelers to Get Measles Vaccine June 22, 2023 – The CDC is urging people to ensure they are vaccinated against measles before summer travel. International travelers are particularly at risk, the CDC said, noting that 88% of all cases in the U.S. so far this year are linked to ...
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Young children of patients with cancer more likely to have 'critical unmet needs' Female and Black children appeared most vulnerable to unmet economic needs. Parental cancer appeared associated with a higher odds of food insecurity, unaffordability of housing and other necessities, and barriers to transportation for medical care ...
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Association between obstructive sleep apnea symptoms and gout in US population, a cross-sectional study Participants aged 20 years or older in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2007–2008 and 2015–2018 were included. Weighted univariable and multivariable logistic regressions were used to evaluate the association between OSA ...
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Alaska sees steady rise in babies diagnosed with syphilis It can cause miscarriage, stillbirths, low birth weight, severe anemia, jaundice, blindness and deafness, meningitis and skin rashes. Untreated syphilis in pregnant people results in infant death in up to 40% of cases, McLaughlin said.
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Optimal surgical procedure for treating early-stage adenoid cystic carcinoma of the breast Pathological examination of regional lymph nodes and adjuvant treatment were not associated with improved OS or DSS, but age, disease grade, and lymph node metastasis were independent prognostic factors. For stage I/II BACC, BCS can achieve more ...
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'It's going to get worse': Experts warn of rising fungal infections Fungal infections are on the rise — in part due to more people with compromised immune systems and deadly pathogens adapting to warmer temperatures — and physicians need to be ready, experts told The Wall Street Journal in a June 22 report.
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Eat to Live longer While COVID was a main factor for the drop in life expectancy, chronic health issues like heart disease also played a part. Now new research shows you may be able to reduce your risk for early death by as much as 20 percent.
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Shelby County Health Dept. hosts National HIV Testing Day outreach event June 27 The community event will be open to the public at two locations at SCHD. The first involves a BBQ cookout outside the health department's headquarters, at 814 Jefferson Ave., from noon until 4 p.m..
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Social Lives Can Thrive in Walk-Friendly Neighborhoods THURSDAY, June 22, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Living in a walkable neighborhood fosters socialization and helps create a strong sense of community, new research shows. Among the active behaviors these walkable neighborhoods promote are walking for ...
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Minnesota urges dog owners to vaccinate pets against canine influenza ST. PAUL — The Minnesota Board of Animal Health is encouraging dog owners to visit their veterinarian and get their pets vaccinated against the highly contagious canine influenza virus after a recent outbreak of the disease in the state.
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Antidepressants can cause withdrawal symptoms – here's what you need to know What causes antidepressant withdrawal? When we take psychotropic medications such as antidepressants, over time the brain and body adapt to the drug. This process of adaption is often termed physical dependence, which leads to ...
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Unraveling connections between the brain and gut MIT engineers have designed a new technology for probing those connections. Using fibers embedded with a variety of sensors, as well as light sources for optogenetic stimulation, the researchers have shown that they can control neural circuits connecting ...
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Going on a trip? A COVID booster could be part of your plans Two University of Washington School of Medicine vaccine response researchers, Deborah Fuller, professor of microbiology, and Marion Pepper, professor and chair of the Department of Immunology, discuss the latest on COVID protection as the disease takes its ...
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When cancer takes your hair Studies have shown that more than half of patients consider hair loss to be the worst side effect of chemotherapy. Elevate Salon provides wigs, head coverings and confidence. Image.
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Daily Aspirin Use Linked to Increased Risk of Anemia in Older Adults The findings suggest that people who take aspirin for primary heart disease prevention should consider periodic blood work for anemia and low iron.
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What Are the Obstacles to Cancer Care for Black Americans? The United States recently hit a milestone: Cancer death rates fell by an unprecedented 33 percent over the past 30 years, according to a new report by the American Cancer Society (ACS). Still, the disease remains the nation's number-two killer (close ...
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First West Nile Virus Cases of the Season Reported Across US The potentially life-threatening mosquito-borne disease has been detected in at least 9 states as the summer begins. Here's how to protect yourself.
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Autism: later-life diagnosis doesn't mean lower quality of life – new research A growing number of people are discovering that they are autistic in adulthood. This is especially the case among women, with a number of celebrities – such as model and reality star Christine McGuinness and TV presenter Melanie Sykes – sharing their ...
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Another risk of weight loss drugs? Hospitalization. New weight-loss drugs such as semaglutide have surged in popularity in recent months, but much is still unknown about their long-term health impacts. Many patients are now reporting a slew of new side effects — some of which are severe enough to lead ...
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CDC Advisors Back RSV Vaccine for Older Adults, With Caveats The CDC's advisors on Wednesday recommended the newly approved respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccines for older adults, but opted not to give their strongest endorsement. In a series of two votes, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices ...
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Pop-up testing event in ByWard Market aims to reduce stigma and check more people for HIV Next week, representatives from Ottawa Public Health and organizations that support people with HIV and AIDs will hold a pop-up testing booth with information sessions to help reduce the number of people who remain undiagnosed in the city.
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Supermarket trolleys set to help diagnose common heart rhythm disorder and prevent stroke Edinburgh, UK – 23 June 2023: It could be the shopping trip that saves your life: supermarket trolleys are helping to diagnose atrial fibrillation which can then be treated to prevent disabling or fatal strokes. The research is presented today at ACNAP ...
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Prostate Cancer: 9 Things Every Man Needs To Know Prostate cancer is 2nd most commonly occurring cancer in men but also one of the least understood. Here are nine things the experts think every man should know about the fourth leading cause of cancer death among men worldwide. What is the prostate?
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Treatments for Chronic Back Pain when Physical Therapy and Ibuprofen Isn't Enough Back pain is a very common health issue that can significantly impact your life. When that condition becomes chronic, there isn't a simple answer to treatment. Graham Wagner, MD, explains the many treatment strategies available for back pain, ...
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15 Best Foods for Improved Gut Health, According to Experts Gans recommends adding yogurt to your diet as it is a great option for a probiotic-rich food. "Probiotics consist of living microorganisms that help increase the good bacteria in our gut," Gans explains.
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COVID-19: a guide for parents of children 6 months to 11 years of age at high risk Children at serious risk from the complications of COVID-19 infection include those: with severe neurodisabilities; whose immune systems don't work as well (immunosuppression); with profound and multiple or severe learning disabilities (including ...
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Gut Microbiome's Five "Enterosignatures" Defined The human gut microbiome has been sorted into five "enterosignatures." These are dominated by Bacteroides, Firmicutes, Prevotella, Bifidobacterium, or Escherichia. This new model confirms previous enterotype concepts, which sorted the hundreds of ...
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Identification of Hypothalamic Glucoregulatory Neurons That Sense and Respond to Changes in Glycemia To investigate whether glucoregulatory neurons in the hypothalamus can sense and respond to physiological variation in the blood glucose (BG) level, we combined continuous arterial glucose monitoring with continuous measures of the activity of a ...
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CDC issues health advisory on measles amid uptick in cases Prior to any travel, especially international travel, the CDC recommends everyone over the age of 6 receive the MMR vaccine. For health departments and clinicians, in addition to reporting cases, the agency recommends they ...
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New detection system for viral infections helps vaccine and drug development Out of the US, a newly developed a rapid, stain-free, and automated viral plaque detection system enabled by holography and deep learning, is a cost-effective way of observing the formation of viral plaques caused by viral infections over a layer of ...
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Scientists Study Herpes Encephalitis Using Mini-Brains The herpes simplex virus-1 can sometimes cause a dangerous brain infection. Combining an anti-inflammatory and an antiviral could help in these cases, report scientists with the Rajewsky and Landthaler labs and the Organoid Platform at the Max Delbrück ...
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Disrespectful language about patients with long COVID In the March Editorial, The Lancet stated that "Because of long COVID's [also known as post-COVID-19 condition] diverse symptomatology, reliance on self-reported symptoms, and a lack of diagnostic tests and consensus definition, many patients struggle ...
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Inflammation in Womb Disturbs Neuron Maturation, Affects Brain Development Summary: Researchers discovered how inflammation in the womb can disrupt the maturation of nerve cells and impede an unborn baby's brain development. The study reveals that excessive inflammation can lead to reduced neuronal electrical activity, ...
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