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	health Daily update ⋅ October 5, 2023
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	CNN Researchers link popular weight loss drugs to serious digestive problems for 'hundreds of thousands' worldwide CNN A new study suggests people taking popular injected medications for weight loss, including Wegovy, Ozempic, Saxenda and Victoza, may be at higher risk for serious digestive problems such as stomach paralysis, pancreatitis, and bowel obstructions, ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Being a vegetarian might be in your DNA CNN "This study shines a light on a relatively under-explored area of research: the genetics behind dietary preferences," Ordovás said. "The association of genetic variants with long-term strict vegetarianism suggests a biological basis for this dietary choice ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News Say goodbye to the COVID-19 vaccination card. The CDC has stopped printing them ABC News It's the end of an era for a once-critical pandemic document: The ubiquitous white COVID-19 vaccination cards are being phased out. Now that COVID-19 vaccines are not being distributed by the federal government, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and ... Flag as irrelevant
	NPR Vegetarianism may be in the genes, study finds NPR People are motivated to try a vegetarian diet for different reasons – from ethical and religious, to potential health and environmental benefits. But many people have a hard time sticking with it. In fact studies show many self-reported vegetarians ... Flag as irrelevant
	NPR I try to be a body-positive doctor. It's getting harder in the age of Ozempic NPR Sometimes I call myself a "body-positive doctor," but that isn't it, exactly, because I don't expect all of my patients to love their bodies at all times. With my students, I call it practicing "weight-neutral medicine." ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Ketamine Nasal Spray Shows Promise Against Tough-to-Treat Depression U.S. News & World Report By Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). THURSDAY, Oct. 5, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- A nasal spray containing a ketamine derivative appears to beat one of the standard drugs used for people with difficult-to-treat depression, a new clinical trial ... Flag as irrelevant
	Forbes Weight Loss Drugs Like Ozempic Boost Risk Of Serious Stomach Issues—But It's Still Rare Forbes Popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Saxenda and Rybelsus can lead to an increased risk of serious stomach problems like gastroparesis and bowel obstruction compared to other weight loss drugs, according to a study published Thursday in ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Genes Might Be Driving You to Go Vegetarian U.S. News & World Report To study the impact of genes on eating behavior, the scientists compared UK Biobank genetic data from more than 5,300 strict vegetarians — those who ate no fish, poultry or red meat — to more than 329,000 non-vegetarians (the "control" group). Flag as irrelevant
	CNN There's a new shot to protect newborns from a serious respiratory virus, but parents may not be able to get it CNN A computer rendering of packaging for Beyfortus, a new shot for babies that protects them from being hospitalized with respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. Courtesy AstraZeneca. Flag as irrelevant
	The Brown Daily Herald Brown researchers discover new marker for preeclampsia The Brown Daily Herald Researchers at the Warren Alpert Medical School have found a new biomarker for preeclampsia, a high blood pressure condition that develops during pregnancy. The research team — whose findings were published in the journal "Nature Communications" on ... Flag as irrelevant
	Nature.com The PTPN2/PTPN1 inhibitor ABBV-CLS-484 unleashes potent anti-tumour immunity Nature.com The protein tyrosine phosphatases PTPN2 and PTPN1 are central regulators of inflammation, and their genetic deletion in either tumour cells or immune cells promotes anti-tumour immunity. However, phosphatases are challenging drug targets; in particular, ... Flag as irrelevant
	ProPublica How a Big Pharma Company Stalled a Potentially Lifesaving Vaccine in Pursuit of Bigger Profits ProPublica A vaccine against tuberculosis, the world's deadliest infectious disease, has never been closer to reality, with the potential to save millions of lives. But its development slowed after its corporate owner focused on more profitable vaccines. Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca Burden of RSV falls mainly on youngest children, study finds, stressing need for better prevention CBC.ca Nearly half of children hospitalized for virus in Canada's pediatric hospitals were under 6 months. Amina Zafar · CBC News · Posted: Oct 04, 2023 3:06 PM PDT | Last Updated: in 6 minutes. Baby in ICU for RSV. Mila Olumogba's infant son, Adeyemi, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Nature.com Human scent as a first-line defense against disease Nature.com In the non-human animal literature, olfactory cues have been shown to predict avoidance of sick individuals. We tested whether the mere experimental activation of the innate immune system in healthy human individuals can make an individuals ... Flag as irrelevant
	nebraskamed.com Leprosy and armadillos: What to know Becker's Hospital Review Other than humans, nine-banded armadillos are the only mammals that have been found to carry the bacteria behind the infectious disease, Mycobacterium leprae. "A high percentage of unrelated leprosy cases in the southern ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Dietary deep dive: Unveiling the good, the bad, and the unclear in blood pressure battleground News-Medical.net While organizations like the European Society of Cardiology provide guidelines highlighting diets like the Mediterranean and Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH), recent studies have delved into specific food groups and nutrients' effects on BP. Flag as irrelevant
	Royal Institute of British Architects How can architecture practices create supportive environments for those experiencing menopause? Royal Institute of British Architects Introducing wellbeing strategies and environmental considerations around menopause can help change the narrative within practice culture. 05 October 2023. The profession's longstanding debate about how to improve retention rates for women in ... Flag as irrelevant
	Baptist Health South Florida A Self-Exam Led to Jolting Breast Cancer Diagnosis: 'You have to Find Joy in Every Little Step' Baptist Health South Florida Jocy Nerey, 47, a pre-K teacher in Miami-Dade for nearly 20 years, has always been diligent about her annual medical check-ups, including mammograms. Then – at the height of the COVID pandemic in 2021 – she felt a lump in her breast. Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net A public health problem: The global increase in sugar-sweetened beverage consumption News-Medical.net The study underscored the critical role of diet and beverage consumption in health outcomes, emphasizing that unhealthy dietary habits contribute to conditions such as obesity, malnutrition, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and diabetes. SSBs have ... Flag as irrelevant
	nejm.org Esketamine Nasal Spray versus Quetiapine for Treatment-Resistant Depression nejm.org In treatment-resistant depression, commonly defined as a lack of response to two or more consecutive treatments during the current depressive episode, the percentage of patients with remission is low and the percentage with relapse is high. Flag as irrelevant
	KeeP 106 Scotland's winter vaccination programme continues Public Health Scotland The winter vaccination programme for 2023 is well underway and Health Boards across Scotland are delivering flu and COVID-19 vaccines at pace to those eligible this season. As of 01 October 2023, the programme has so far administered a total of 449,999 ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca New COVID-19 vaccines available Oct. 16 in NB, province announces CBC.ca New Brunswickers can start booking appointments on Friday for an updated COVID-19 vaccine designed to target the Omicron XBB.1.5 subvariant, as well as an annual flu shot, the Department of Health has announced. The new Moderna COVID vaccine, ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBC News Nasal esketamine works better than alternative for treatment-resistant depression, study finds NBC News Esketamine is a more potent form of ketamine, an anesthetic that doctors have used for many years to treat depression. The nasal spray, from Janssen Pharmaceuticals, is sold under the name Spravato and was approved by the Food and Drug Administration for ... Flag as irrelevant
	STAT Esketamine tops quetiapine for treatment-resistant depression in head-to-head trial STAT Nasal esketamine spray is more effective than an extended-release antipsychotic, when both are taken in combination with SSRIs and SNRIs, in patients with depressive episodes that didn't respond to two or more consecutive treatments, according to a ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medical News Today Vegetarian diet: How genes can influence how well you adhere to eating plans Medical News Today Experts point out that genetics are often only one factor out of many in determining health outcomes. Some people may find it difficult to maintain a strictly vegetarian diet. According to new research ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca High-risk individuals can now book latest COVID, influenza vaccines CBC.ca The vaccine shots are available through local clinics and the Region of Waterloo Public Health's neighbourhood nursing team. The public health unit defines "high-risk" individuals as those who are at risk of getting severely ... Flag as irrelevant
	Government of Saskatchewan Let's Talk About Ticks Government of Saskatchewan Typically, blacklegged ticks (lxodes scapularis) are rare in Saskatchewan; however, they are spreading to new areas in Canada. Established populations of the blacklegged tick have been detected near Saskatchewan in southern Manitoba. Saskatchewan ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca Islanders encouraged to get vaccinated against respiratory illnesses this fall Government of Prince Edward Island Vaccination against these two illnesses has been proven to reduce your risk of serious illness, hospitalization, and death," said Dr. Heather Morrison. "Everyone who wishes to receive a COVID-19 and influenza vaccine this fall will be eligible to do so.". Flag as irrelevant
	KMVT Reminder to be on top of cancer screenings during Breast Cancer Awareness Month KMVT TWIN FALLS, Idaho ( ... Flag as irrelevant
	Eastern Mirror Mental health support for children and young people Kent County Council Having good mental health can positively influence your emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing. It can affect how you think, feel, and act, and how you: manage your stress; interact with your family and friends; make choices. Flag as irrelevant
	Saskatchewan Health Authority When and where can I get my flu shot in Saskatchewan this year? Saskatchewan Health Authority Residents 65 years and above are able to receive the Fluzone® High-Dose Quadrivalent Influenza vaccine. Where and When? Fall immunization for influenza and COVID-19 is available at walk- ... Flag as irrelevant
	Livemint World Meningitis Day 2023: What is meningitis? Type, symptoms, history and significance Livemint Meningitis is an inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. It is potentially a deadly disease that can kill the patient in a matter of hours or cause lifelong disability. Flag as irrelevant
	Dentistry.co.uk Four in five women over 50 are unaware of menopause-oral health link Dentistry.co.uk Reduced saliva production (90%) · Increased tooth decay (88%) · Increased risk of gum disease (87%) · Jawbone density changes (87%) · Tooth loss (85%) · Receding gum lines (83%) · Dry mouth (77%). Flag as irrelevant
	Nature.com A critical analysis of COVAX alliance and corresponding global health governance and policy issues: a scoping review ReliefWeb Anjali Pushkaran, Vijay Kumar Chattu, Prakash Narayanan. Abstract. Introduction The COVAX alliance is a novel approach to international partnership in global health intended to achieve the worthy goal of 'COVID-19 vaccine equity'. Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca High respiratory risk in some places, rising COVID hospitalizations elsewhere CBC.ca Individual trends are moderate to high. Hospitalizations rise in the Outaouais, Leeds-Grenville-Lanark. More hospitals are bringing back widespread mask rules. Seven more local COVID deaths have been reported. Flag as irrelevant
	MoCo360 Uninsured Montgomery County residents to receive priority in COVID-19 booster vaccination efforts MoCo360 But for the first time, the federal government will not be covering the cost of the vaccine. Most insured residents will go through pharmacies or primary care providers to receive their vaccines, but the county will receive ... Flag as irrelevant
	GOV.UK Prime Minister to create 'smokefree generation' by ending cigarette sales to those born on or after 1 January 2009 GOV.UK Government to introduce historic new law to protect future generations of young people from the harms of smoking. Smoking is the UK's biggest preventable killer – causing around 1 in 4 cancer deaths and 64,000 in England alone – costing the economy and ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medical News Today Both high and low HDL cholesterol tied to slight increase in risk of dementia Medical News Today New research, published today in the journal Neurology, reports that high levels as well as low levels of "good" HDL cholesterol were associated with a higher risk of developing dementia. The study involved more ... Flag as irrelevant
	13abc Action News 13 Action News Big Story: The Syphilis Outbreak and STD Prevention 13abc Action News TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Kaiser Permanente Health Care Workers Begin Strike The New York Times These workers attend surgeries, run imaging equipment and assist in hundreds of Kaiser's hospitals and outpatient clinics. Doctors and many nurses were not involved in the strike, but Kaiser officials warned that some non-urgent ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN 75000 Kaiser Permanente workers are on strike CNN The striking employees, who work across California, Colorado, Washington, Virginia, Oregon and Washington DC, are represented by a coalition of eight unions that comprise 40% of Kaiser Permanente's total staff. The ... Flag as irrelevant
	Nature.com Viral kinetics of sequential SARS-CoV-2 infections Nature.com Additionally, there appears to be an inherent element of the immune response, or some other host factor, that shapes a person's relative ability to clear SARS-CoV-2 infection that persists across sequential infections. Flag as irrelevant
	Nature.com Brain functional connectivity abnormalities in trauma-related dissociation Nature.com Some individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) experience a series of symptoms attributable to 'dissociation' — severance either with themselves or their surroundings. A new study on the neurobiology of dissociation in PTSD uses functional ... Flag as irrelevant
	NICE NICE recommends healthcare professionals ask people about gambling, in new draft guidance out for consultation NICE Health professionals should ask people about gambling if they attend a health check or GP appointment with a mental health problem, in a similar way to how people are asked about their smoking and alcohol consumption, according to new draft guidance ... Flag as irrelevant
	parkview.com Ultra-processed food addiction: Is it real? parkview.com We know that foods such as potato chips, cookies, pies, cakes, pizza, soda, microwavable dinners and energy drinks can be hard to put down. It seems like the more of them you consume, the more you want. But is it possible to develop an actual addiction to ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca Advocates want more cancer screening for those in NS with dense breasts CBC.ca Denser breasts are also a risk factor for breast cancer, according to the U.S. National Cancer Institute. Aly Thomson · CBC News · Posted: Oct 04, 2023 9:46 AM PDT | Last Updated: 3 hours ago. X-rays of two breasts. The one on the right has more white ... Flag as irrelevant
	pnas.org The inhibitory mechanism of a small protein reveals its role in antimicrobial peptide sensing pnas.org It interacts with the sensor kinase PhoQ, rearranges its conformation, represses its kinase activity, and regulates bacterial response to environmental changes. In particular, for antimicrobial peptides, MgrB is required for bacteria to have a selective ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress Association between a mediterranean lifestyle and Type 2 diabetes incidence: a prospective UK biobank study Cardiovascular Diabetology In this regard, the MEDLIFE index is a comprehensive score that assesses the adherence to a traditional Mediterranean lifestyle including three main domains: (a) food consumption, (b) dietary habits, and (c) physical activity, rest and social interaction. Flag as irrelevant
	wgbh.org Why one Boston salon owner created a nonprofit to provide cancer patients with wigs wgbh.org Since Patricia Wrixon founded The Salon at 10 Newbury in 1995, it has earned its place as one of the top salons in Boston, right at home on a street packed with affluent designer stores. But over the years, the salon has become known for a lot more ... Flag as irrelevant
	KNSI Radio Drug Dashboard Launched to Help BCA Fight Opioid Epidemic KNSI Radio (KNSI) — The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has launched a new dashboard to help public safety and health professionals respond to drug-related overdoses, deaths, and crimes in Minnesota. While the dashboard is designed to be used by public safety and ... Flag as irrelevant

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