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	health Daily update ⋅ August 17, 2023
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	The New York Times We Know Where New Weight Loss Drugs Came From, but Not Why They Work The New York Times Every so often a drug comes along that has the potential to change the world. Medical specialists say the latest to offer that possibility are the new drugs that treat obesity — Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and more that may soon be coming onto the market ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Washington Post What to know about new covid booster, RSV vaccines, flu shots this fall The Washington Post The United States is bracing for another unpredictable respiratory virus season this fall and winter. But this time, we'll have a host of new vaccines that can help individuals and the nation withstand waves of infection. Flag as irrelevant
	CNN This year's RSV season may come at the typical time, experts predict, and new tools may help the fight CNN Young infants and the elderly are particularly vulnerable to more severe RSV infection. They can become dehydrated and develop breathing trouble, and the infection can turn into more serious illnesses such as pneumonia and bronchiolitis, inflammation of ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Washington Post What we know about the rare flesh-eating bacteria that's killed 3 The Washington Post At least three people have died after contracting infections from a rare flesh-eating bacteria that can be caused by eating raw seafood such as oysters or swimming in warm saltwater, New York and Connecticut health officials said Wednesday. Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times How Bad Is a Second (or Third or Fourth) Case of Covid? The New York Times The milder your symptoms, the less likely you are to get long Covid, said Dr. Peter Chin-Hong, an infectious disease specialist at the University of California, San Francisco. But every time you get infected, no matter the severity, there is always a ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times 3 Die in NY Area From Infection Spread Through Seawater and Oysters The New York Times Three people in the New York City area have died in recent weeks and a fourth person was hospitalized after contracting infections from a flesh-eating bacteria that can be caused by eating raw oysters or swimming in saltwater, health officials in New ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Skipping Radiation May Be Safe for Some With Early Breast Cancer U.S. News & World Report By Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). THURSDAY, Aug. 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Many women with early breast cancer undergo breast-conserving surgery along with radiation to kill any errant cancer cells, but some may be able to safely skip ... Flag as irrelevant
	MedPage Today Few Early Alzheimer's Patients Qualify for Lecanemab MedPage Today Few people with early Alzheimer's disease met eligibility criteria for the new anti-amyloid monoclonal antibody treatments lecanemab (Leqembi) and aducanumab (Aduhelm), cross-sectional data from the Mayo Clinic Study of Aging showed. Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Covid-19 levels are rising but still relatively low in the US, surveillance data shows CNN Federal surveillance data suggests that Covid-19 levels are trending up in the United States, but key metrics remain well below most other points in the pandemic. Covid-19 hospitalizations have been on the rise since early July, according to data from ... Flag as irrelevant
	UT Southwestern Obesity Rates Among Children: A Closer Look at Implications for Children Covered by Medicaid Kaiser Family Foundation KFF analysis of federal survey data show more than one in six children are obese, with obesity rates varying by insurance coverage type, race and ethnicity, and household income. Based on data from the 2020-2021 National Survey of Children's Health (NSCH), ... Flag as irrelevant
	Toronto Star Common arthritis drug could boost effectiveness of morning-after pill, study finds ABC News The new study, published by the medical journal Lancet, suggests levonorgestrel can remain highly effective up to three days after unprotected sex when it is taken with piroxicam, an anti-inflammatory pain medication typically prescribed for arthritis. Flag as irrelevant
	Detroit Free Press 3 skunks test positive for rabies in Macomb County; residents urged to be cautious Detroit Free Press They said the skunks engaged family pets, and, according to a news release; the animals were euthanized and tested. Health officials didn't provide specific locations in the townships for confidentiality reasons, but said none of the pets was injured and ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Vaping Can Hamper Breathing in the Young U.S. News & World Report She is a pediatric psychologist and researcher with the Center for Tobacco Research at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center, in Columbus. Tackett and her colleagues explored the impact vaping has on respiratory health ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Independent Vaping Doubles Risk of Lung Problems in Teens: Study WebMD E-cigarettes are known to contain flavorings and chemical compounds that can damage the lungs, and an estimated 14% of U.S. youths use them. The resulting study included teams from Ohio State University, the University of Southern California, and the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Harvard Gazette Mortality benefits of Mediterranean diet know no boundaries Harvard Gazette Chan School of Public Health. People who adhered to the lifestyle's emphasis on rest, exercise, and socializing had a lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality. The study was published today in the Mayo Clinic ... Flag as irrelevant
	KWTX Authorities ask Central Texans to be proactive after first case of West Nile Virus confirmed in Bell County KWTX "Generally, humans are at low risk of serious infection and cannot spread (the virus) from human to human," health officials said, "However, severe viral infections can cause neurologic complications such as encephalitis and/or meningitis.". Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News COVID Hospitalizations Climb for Fourth Straight Week WebMD Aug. 16, 2023 – Weekly new hospitalizations for COVID-19 have climbed for the fourth straight week. · The CDC stopped tracking the number of people infected by the virus earlier this year, and now relies on hospitalization data to gauge the current impact ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News Bacteria found in raw shellfish or seawater linked to 2 Connecticut deaths, 1 Long Island death CBS News The Vibrio vulnificus bacteria was identified in a Suffolk County resident who died recently, Hochul said. "While rare, the vibrio bacteria has unfortunately made it to this region and can be extraordinarily dangerous," ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Bacteria found in raw shellfish linked to two Connecticut deaths also blamed for New York death ABC News The Vibrio vulnificus bacteria was identified in a Suffolk County resident who died recently, Hochul said. "While rare, the vibrio bacteria has unfortunately made it to this region and can be extraordinarily dangerous," ... Flag as irrelevant
	Palo Alto Online New vaccines will be available this fall to protect against RSV Palo Alto Online One of the biggest culprits of serious viral illness in seniors will soon be rivaled by a powerful new vaccine, according to infectious disease authorities. The vaccine, which protects against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), could be a game changer ... Flag as irrelevant
	KABC-TV Surgeons transplant gene-edited pig kidney into brain-dead patient KABC-TV NEW YORK CITY -- Groundbreaking surgery by doctors at NYU Langone successfully transplanted a gene-edited pig kidney and thymus into the body of a man who is brain dead. NYU Langone says it is a big leap toward a life-saving organ source for patients. Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca Some breast cancer patients may not need radiation, new Canadian research suggests CBC.ca Typically women with early stage, low-risk breast cancer will have surgery, followed by several weeks of radiation and then a few years of hormone therapy, to ensure the cancer doesn't come back. Flag as irrelevant
	Nature.com Genomic, clinical and immunity data join forces for public health Nature.com This Genome Watch highlights how the integration of genomic surveillance with epidemiological or clinical data can help understand pathogen transmission and improve public health interventions for infectious disease control. Flag as irrelevant
	WSAW DHS reminds families that back to school also means getting kids vaccinated WSAW WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is reminding parents and familes of the importance of taking their kids to get their shots now before the start of school. "We have seen about a 5 to 6 percent drop in children 24 months ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net High aerobic fitness at age 18 linked to lower risk of several types of cancer News-Medical.net The associations with fitness were strongest for cancers of the gastrointestinal tract, including cancer of the esophagus and liver, with a risk that was approximately 40% lower for those with good levels of fitness at the time of conscription. Flag as irrelevant
	WPLG Local 10 Dengue cases reported in Miami-Dade, Broward Counties WPLG Local 10 "Dengue is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito and is not normally present in Florida. However, infected travelers can bring the virus back to Florida mosquitoes," FDOH Broward County wrote in a release. Flag as irrelevant
	UNC Research Researchers receive $25.3 million to study potential risks for Alzheimer's disease UNC Research A team led by Kathleen Mullan Harris and Krista M. Perreira (MPIs) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Joseph Hotz and Naomi Duke (MPIs) at Duke University have received a five-year, $25.3 million National Institute of Aging (NIA) ... Flag as irrelevant
	KRCRTV.COM Medical experts encourage flu shot, COVID booster ahead of fall KRCRTV.COM CHICO, Calif. — Medical experts are urging people to plan on getting a flu shot next month ahead of an anticipated COVID surge this fall. In Butte County, numbers from the state COVID dashboard show a slight increase in cases already. As of Aug. Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Long-term use of proton pump inhibitors associated with increased risk of dementia News-Medical.net The rampant use of PPIs is a serious health concern, as these drugs have been linked to adverse effects such as chronic kidney disease, cardiovascular disease, stroke, and dementia. However, studies documenting the association between the use of PPIs and ... Flag as irrelevant
	Globalnews.ca Postpartum depression drug needs to be available in Canada 'ASAP', experts say Globalnews.ca The approval of a fast-acting, short-term medication in the United States to treat postpartum depression has Canadian maternal health experts and advocates hoping people north of the border will soon have access to the same treatment. Flag as irrelevant
	WMTV - NBC15 CDC Director encourages vaccinations ahead of new school year during Madison visit WMTV - NBC15 MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - A lower rate of childhood immunizations in Wisconsin is drawing attention from the new head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CDC Director Dr. Mandy Cohen stopped by Public Health Madison & Dane County Tuesday ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Adopting Mediterranean lifestyle may lower the risk of all-cause and cancer mortality News-Medical.net People who adhere to a Mediterranean lifestyle-;which includes a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains; healthy eating habits like limiting added salts and sugars; and habits promoting adequate rest, physical activity, ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian How heat affects the body – inside and out The Guardian The "optimum" internal temperature at which our bodies comfortably function is about 98.6 F (36.8C). While it varies slightly from person to person, the core body temperature needs to stay within a narrow range of 97-99F (36-37C) to protect organs, and for ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Covid vaccines should be available to buy privately in UK, scientists say The Guardian Pharmaceutical companies are not prohibited from taking Covid jabs to the private market, according to the Department of Health (DHSC). A DHSC spokesperson said: "Private sales of Covid vaccines is the same as ... Flag as irrelevant
	WHO | Regional Office for Africa Malawi contains cholera outbreak WHO | Regional Office for Africa The Minister of Health, Honourable Khumbize Kandodo-Chiponda, MP accompanied by Minister of Water and Sanitation Honourable Abida Mia, MP made the announcement in a press briefing held in Lilogwe. This follows the milestone that the country has attained in ... Flag as irrelevant
	National Institute on Aging Excess dementia-related deaths declined in second year of COVID-19 pandemic National Institute on Aging The decline during year two appears to be largely due to decreased cases of COVID in nursing home and long-term care settings, according to an NIA-funded study published in JAMA Neurology. Man ... Flag as irrelevant
	UQ News Platelets can replicate the benefits of exercise in the brain UQ News Neural stem cells in the mouse hippocampus shown in green (cell bodies shown in blue) give rise to new mature neurons throughout life. 17 August 2023. Pre-clinical trials by University of Queensland researchers have found an injection of a specific ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca Keep your mind and body active to hold off dementia, study finds CBC.ca Researchers in Ontario, British Columbia, and Quebec have completed a study which found that older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) who keep their mind and body active can actually improve their cognitive functions. Flag as irrelevant
	KXXV News Channel 25 First human in Bell County in 2023 diagnosed with West Nile Virus KXXV News Channel 25 Humans get the disease through infected mosquito bites, but are generally at low risk of serious infection and cannot spread WNV from human to human. However, severe cases of a WNV infection can cause neurologic complications ... Flag as irrelevant
	Healio AAP publishes guidance on nirsevimab for children Healio Key takeaways: · The AAP recommended that all infants receive nirsevimab to protect against severe RSV. · The monoclonal antibody was recently approved by the FDA and recommended by the CDC. Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Should we be worried about Covid this winter? BBC News The MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research has played a key role in monitoring new variants of the disease throughout the pandemic. Flag as irrelevant
	Hackensack Meridian Health What is a Silent Heart Attack? Hackensack Meridian Health A silent heart attack—also known as a silent myocardial infarction—is a type of heart attack that often goes unrecognized. That's because its symptoms are mild enough to be nearly undetectable by a person. "More typical heart attacks come with a host ... Flag as irrelevant
	News 12 Connecticut Doctors and parents worry about ADHD medication shortage ahead of new school year News 12 Connecticut The FDA posted information about more shortages in July. Some parents and educators say the scarcity could have an impact on learning. Some parents report having to skip or ration pills for the children because their ... Flag as irrelevant
	FOX 7 Austin Bell County confirms its first human case of West Nile virus for 2023 FOX 7 Austin Bell County Public Health District (BCPH) says the case is a man in Bell County who had been diagnosed with West Nile neuroinvasive disease. BCPH is not disclosing any additional information about her due to privacy ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca Ann Robinson's research reviews—17 August 2023 The BMJ We worry so much about missing pathology and far less about the consequences of overdiagnosis. This interesting retrospective cohort study of nearly 55 000 US women aged over 70 years compared the cumulative incidence of breast cancer in those who ... Flag as irrelevant
	Nature.com Immune treatment tackles chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Nature.com Smoking causes chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Some people with this disease have high levels of eosinophil cells, which is typical of the type 2 category of inflammation, and blocking such inflammation improves their lung health. Flag as irrelevant
	The BMJ Cholera: resurgence of fatal yet preventable disease The BMJ Rapid responses are electronic comments to the editor. They enable our users to debate issues raised in articles published on bmj.com. A rapid response is first posted online. If you need the URL (web address) of an individual response, simply click on the ... Flag as irrelevant
	shorelinemedia.net Vaccines to Boost Your Immune System shorelinemedia.net With flu season right around the corner, it's important to know how getting your flu vaccine can help protect you this season! Influenza, more commonly known as the flu, causes symptoms such as fever, stuffy nose, muscle aches, and sore throat. Flag as irrelevant
	Newsweek New maps reveal the individual brain changes linked to different mental illness Science Daily Date: August 14, 2023; Source: Monash University; Summary: A breakthrough project mapping brain changes in nearly 1,300 people diagnosed with six different types of mental illness has revealed the extraordinary diversity of brain changes found in ... Flag as irrelevant
	Healio No long-term effect on accommodation with multifocal contact lens wear in myopic children Healio Key takeaways: Accommodative response was reduced in children wearing +2.50 D add multifocal soft contact lenses for myopia. Accommodative lag, amplitude and facility were not affected after 4.7 years. Flag as irrelevant

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