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	health Daily update ⋅ October 25, 2023
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	ABC News Long COVID research opens door for further exploration on post-viral illness ABC News According to Dr. Todd Ellerin, chief of infectious diseases at South Shore Health, about 8 million people suffer from complications of long COVID, which can include a fast heart rate, brain fog and chronic shortness of breath that persist months after ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Health workers face "mental health crisis," CDC says CNN A new report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention fins that nearly half of health workers reported feeling burned out in 2022, up from under a third four years prior. FamVeld/ ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times What to Know About Dengue Fever as Cases Spread to New Places The New York Times Dengue, a viral fever, is transmitted by Aedes species of mosquitoes. It can cause excruciating joint pain; is also known by the grim nickname "breakbone fever." The Aedes aegypti mosquito, which ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times An RSV Shot for Infants Is in Short Supply. Here's What to Know. The New York Times Pediatricians and parents are having difficulty accessing a new immunization used to prevent severe respiratory syncytial virus infections in infants. The drug, called nirsevimab and sold under the brand name Beyfortus, was approved by the Food and ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Bird flu detected in Antarctic for the first time, British Antarctic Survey says CNN "Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been confirmed in brown skua populations on Bird Island, South Georgia – the first known cases in the Antarctic region," the British Antarctic Survey said in a statement Monday. Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Health workers face mental health crisis, CDC says CNN A new report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says nearly half of health workers reported feeling burned out in 2022. Tempura/E+/Getty Images. Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP Study: COVID vaccine during pregnancy lowers risk of poor infant outcomes CIDRAP The infants of pregnant women given at least one mRNA COVID-19 vaccine dose during pregnancy were at lower risk for poor outcomes, newborn death, and neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) admission, finds a new study from Canada in JAMA Pediatrics. Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News AstraZeneca submits FDA application for self-administered FluMist CIDRAP AstraZeneca today announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has agreed to review its application for the option for its FluMist flu vaccine to be self- or caregiver-administered, which if approved will be the first vaccine available for ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Sepsis failings still causing too many deaths - ombudsman BBC News Rob Behrens, who handles complaints about the NHS, said sepsis diagnosis and treatment was taking too long. The UK Sepsis Trust estimates about 48,000 people die each year from sepsis-related ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP Study: Childcare centers not sites of significant COVID spread CIDRAP Transmission rates around 2% to 3%. Before COVID-19, children with respiratory illnesses, including influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), were recommended to stay home from school or childcare while ... Flag as irrelevant
	UC Berkeley Nature's poisons: Why we love them and abuse them UC Berkeley As an evolutionary biologist, Noah Whiteman knows that many chemicals humans abuse — cocaine, heroin, caffeine, alcohol — originated in the continual arms race between plants, fungi or microbes and the animals that want to eat them. Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP High-path avian flu spreads to Antarctic region CIDRAP The virus was found during sampling of sick and dead brown skuas found on Bird Island off the coast of South Georgia, situated in the South Atlantic Ocean east of Argentina's Falkland Islands and north of Antarctica's mainland. Flag as irrelevant
	HSPH News The positive health effects of prosocial behaviors HSPH News Research has found that prosociality has positive health benefits. For example, scientists have looked at the relationship between volunteering, which is helping others with no apparent reward (or expectation of one), and mortality. They reliably find that ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Why Health Care Workers Are Burning Out The New York Times The results offer a rare glimpse of worker morale before and after the peak of the pandemic. The research compared data from 2018 and 2022 and underscored a dire staffing crisis in the nation's health work force, ... Flag as irrelevant
	TIME Physicians Are Dramatically Underdiagnosing Early Cognitive Decline, a Precursor to Alzheimer's TIME Changes to the brain are natural as we age, which often makes it difficult to spot more aberrant signs of cognitive decline in older adults. Neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, as well as other common disorders that can affect ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Tai chi may slow Parkinson's symptoms for years, study finds BBC News Parkinson's is a progressive brain disease which leads to tremors and slow movement, and there is no cure. Experts say the findings back up previous studies on the benefits of exercise for those ... Flag as irrelevant
	Harvard Gazette Cellular atlas guides new understanding of brain Harvard Gazette The new technology will provide insights into the presence and spread of pathologic changes that occur in neurodegenerative illnesses — such as epilepsy, autism, and Alzheimer's disease — as well as psychiatric illnesses. Until now, ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News Chemotherapy drug could reduce risk of dying of cervical cancer: Study ABC News Half of the patients were treated with chemoradiation -- the current gold standard for treatment, researchers said. The other half were given combination therapy that included a pre-dose (or induction dose) of chemotherapy before every session of ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News New PSA aims to raise awareness about those who struggle with mental health and substance abuse CBS News Harris Marquesano also struggled with anxiety and substance abuse. At age 19 he was dead, Harris' mother, Stephanie Marquesano, says it was from an accidental overdose. "Every day I feel that loss ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP Analysis suggests climate change, population growth could supercharge malaria risk CIDRAP An analysis published by the Washington Post yesterday, based on modeling projections and the situation unfolding in Mozambique, suggests that climate change and demographic growth could put 5 billion more people at risk for malaria by 2040. Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Heated Yoga Might Be a Natural Antidepressant U.S. News & World Report TUESDAY, Oct. 24, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Heated yoga classes can help some people with depression feel a lot better within a couple months -- even if they practice just once a week, a small clinical trial suggests. Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report First Shot Administered in Moderna's Combo COVID-19/Flu Vaccine Final Stage Trial U.S. News & World Report The shot "has the potential to efficiently reduce the overall burden of acute viral respiratory diseases" by protecting against both COVID-19 and flu through a single injection, Moderna said in a press release. It ... Flag as irrelevant
	Business Insider India Study Shows DASH Diet Cuts Risk of Cognitive Decline in Women WebMD Oct.24, 2023 -- A heart-healthy diet has been linked with a lower risk of cognitive decline among women over 40 in a new study. The study found that the more these women stuck to the DASH diet – short for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension – the ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Heart Patients From Poor Neighborhoods Less Likely to Get Cardiac Rehab U.S. News & World Report By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). WEDNESDAY, Oct. 25, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Older adults who live in distressed or disadvantaged communities are less likely to attend cardiac rehabilitation after common heart procedures, new research ... Flag as irrelevant
	Fortune Too much sitting increases your risk of death by 38%. A surprisingly small amount of daily exercise cancels it out Fortune Office workers, rejoice: Just 22 minutes of physical activity a day may be enough to offset the increased risk of death that accompanies a highly sedentary lifestyle, according to a new article published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Flag as irrelevant
	Healio CDC: Burnout in health care workers 'has reached crisis levels' Healio Reports of harassment doubled in 2022 and was linked to anxiety, depression and burnout. Trust in management and help from supervisors were factors that decreased odds of burnout in health workers. Health care workers face an escalating mental health ... Flag as irrelevant
	HealthITAnalytics.com Cedars-Sinai Deep Learning Tool Accurately Predicts Atrial Fibrillation HealthITAnalytics.com New AI model uses routinely acquired outpatient 12-lead electrocardiograms to help clinicians identify abnormal heart rhythms in patients not yet showing symptoms. AI in cardiology predictive analytics. Source: Getty Images. Flag as irrelevant
	AJMC.com Managed Markets Network CDC Announces Shortage of Nirsevimab, Used for RSV AJMC.com Managed Markets Network Nirsevimab, a monoclonal antibody used to protect infants from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), is in limited supply, according to a CDC announcement. Advertisement. Flag as irrelevant
	Bay News 9 Local advocate says Narcan distribution will help bring down overdose deaths Bay News 9 Founder William Atkinson said it's having an impact on the fatal overdose rates in both Pasco and Pinellas counties for 2023, with numbers from local health departments showing a downward trend. "We expect by the end ... Flag as irrelevant
	American Medical Association COVID vaccine availability, Beyfortus shortage, plus the latest CDC vaccine guidelines American Medical Association AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians, residents, medical students and patients. From private practice and health system leaders to scientists and public health officials, hear from the experts in medicine on ... Flag as irrelevant
	WAFB YOUR HEALTH: Battling obesity in teens: Groundbreaking guidelines for children WAFB ST. LOUIS, Mo. ( ... Flag as irrelevant
	Science Magazine Advancing Alzheimer's Disease detection through blood-based biomarkers Science Magazine This webinar is brought to you by the Science /AAAS Custom Publishing Office. Phosphorylated tau (p-Tau), amyloid-beta (Ab) 42/40, glial ... Flag as irrelevant
	News 13 Orlando Health department issues rabies alert in East Orange County News 13 Orlando The alert will be in effect for 60 days after a raccoon tested positive on Oct. 21. Rabies has been confirmed in three raccoons in the past three months, and one of those led to the ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net COVID-19 survivors face sleep battles, with ARDS patients hardest hit, study finds News-Medical.net The rapid transmission of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) led to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. COVID-19 is primarily a respiratory disease that manifests a wide range of symptoms, from mild to severe ... Flag as irrelevant
	WSAZ-TV Certain snacks are as addictive as cigarettes, heroin, study finds WSAZ-TV Think ice cream, chips ... Flag as irrelevant
	UCLA Health Connect Treating the mental health side of menopause UCLA Health Connect That's why the Comprehensive Menopause Care program includes access to psychologists and psychiatrists trained in reproductive health. Anxiety and depression. Flag as irrelevant
	Cedars-Sinai NEJM: Study Supports Minimally Invasive Procedure for Aortic Stenosis Cedars-Sinai Experts from Cedars-Sinai published research about treatment options for the aortic valve, shown in red, which opens and closes to control the flow of blood from the left ventricle of the heart to the aorta. Image by Getty. Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca NB could reverse decision not to fund new RSV vaccine for seniors, health minister suggests CBC.ca A man in a suit, gesturing as he speaks into a microphone. Health Minister Bruce Fitch said New Brunswick is expecting recommendations on the RSV vaccine from the the National Advisory Committee on Immunization, known ... Flag as irrelevant
	Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Latest approaches in breast cancer surgery Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Roswell Park breast surgeon discusses medical therapy before surgery, nerve-sparing techniques and more. Each year, about 240,000 women and about 2,100 in men in the United States will learn they have breast cancer and nearly all of them will have ... Flag as irrelevant
	Healio Top in ID: Long COVID study points to gut; vaccination reduces cardiovascular risks Healio Brain fog and other long COVID symptoms could arise from depleted serotonin triggered by persistent SARS-CoV-2 infection in the gut, supporting the study of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors for treatment of long COVID. Flag as irrelevant
	UCSF News Services Breast Cancer Riddle: Best Ways to Screen and Treat UCSF News Services Despite decades of scientific progress, breast cancer remains the most common cancer among women in the United States. Experts are divided on many aspects, such as when and how often to do mammograms, how to rethink interventions for precancer lesions, ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Listening to moving music may reduce pain, study says The Guardian If you are heading to the dentist, you may want to turn up a rousing Adele ballad. Researchers say our preferred tunes can not only prove to be powerful painkillers, but that moving music may be particularly potent. Flag as irrelevant
	WAVY.com AI serves as second set of eyes in breast cancer screenings WAVY.com NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) – Radiologists at Riverside Health System are using AI technology when reading mammograms. According to Riverside, the advanced technology called Transpara Breast Care is, "a leading artificial intelligence system designed to ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Study sheds light on role of gut fungi in severe COVID-19 and long COVID News-Medical.net As researchers gained a better handle on the new viral infections, it became clear that, in COVID-19 as in inflammatory bowel disease, the body's own inflammatory immune response causes harm. To investigate this ... Flag as irrelevant
	Globalnews.ca More Alberta hospitals add masking requirements Globalnews.ca More hospitals and Alberta Health Services locations across the province are adding enhanced masking in the face of increasing spread of COVID-19. The directive requires staff, physicians, volunteers and lab workers to wear masks when in spaces when ... Flag as irrelevant
	Healthline Fructose May Be Partially to Blame for Rise in Obesity Healthline Several models have been proposed to explain obesity, including excess energy intake, and high-fat or high-carbohydrate diets. A new paper suggests that fructose, a sugar found in fruits, table sugar and other foods, may be the underlying driver of ... Flag as irrelevant
	Newsweek AI-Based Calculator May Accurately Predict Long-Term Cancer Survival The ASCO Post Researchers have developed a novel artificial intelligence (AI)-based Cancer Survival Calculator for estimating long-term survival in patients with newly diagnosed cancer, according to new findings presented by Janczewski et al at the American College ... Flag as irrelevant
	Guardian Joint statement by WHO-UNICEF-ROTARY on World Polio Day 2023 ReliefWeb Today, we commemorate the 2023 World Polio Day (WPD) by joining the global community to create awareness about polio eradication and urge parents to vaccinate their children. We,– the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, and ROTARY – reaffirm our ... Flag as irrelevant
	Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance "Reaching the unreached" in one of the last strongholds of poliovirus Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance On 16 September, the Polio Lab at Pakistan's National Institute of Health confirmed a case of polio paralysis in an 18-month-old baby girl. Her name is R*, and she is Pakistan 's third patient with wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) this year, and the third ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca NB's COVID-19 hazard index highest in Canada, says researcher, as virus kills 3 more CBC.ca The national average is 21.2, with an estimated one in every 19 Canadians currently infected, says Moriarty, an associate professor at the University of Toronto. In New Brunswick, about one in 10 people are ... Flag as irrelevant

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