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COVID-19 now increasing again, especially in Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, CDC says Several key COVID-19 trends that authorities track are now accelerating around the country, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Friday. It's the first major nationwide uptick in the spread of the virus seen in months.
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US flu activity continues to pick up Of the 5 new flu-related deaths in children, 3 were caused by the 2009 H1N1 strain and 2 by influenza B. The CDC has now confirmed 8 pediatric deaths this season, compared with 182 for all of last season.
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220 flamingos have been found dead in Argentina from bird flu outbreak An outbreak of a highly pathogenic strain of bird flu has impacted the James' flamingo species found in northwestern Argentina's Catamarca province. A James' flamingo (left) is shown with two Andean flamingos (center back and right) in one of Catamarca's ...
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UK human swine flu case: Why now, and what's next? Earlier this week, UK health officials confirmed a person in North Yorkshire had been infected by a new genetic strain of flu that's similar to one pigs get. The government agency in charge of protecting public health - the UKHSA - has now shared the ...
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Ohio "white lung" pneumonia cases not linked to China outbreak or novel pathogen, experts say Officials also said the recent illnesses are "not suspected of being a new/novel respiratory virus," but instead appear to be an uptick in the number of "typical pediatric pneumonia cases." ...
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Black Americans still struggle to access PrEP, a medication that could lower HIV rates in the community A study published by the New England Journal of Medicine showed that men who took the daily antiretroviral pill Truvada significantly reduced their risk of contracting HIV. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images.
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Turkey prices are down. A deadly bird flu could change that The current outbreak of HPAI hit the United States in February 2022, and ripped through poultry farms across the country. By the end of last year, about 60 million birds had been killed because of the virus.
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COVID activity picks up pace alongside other respiratory viruses In a weekly snapshot of respiratory illness activity, the CDC said along with rises in most COVID indicators, the United States is experiencing elevated respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) activity and rising hospitalization for the virus, especially in ...
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Walsall hospital 'failed' man with HIV by delaying surgery A hospital that unnecessarily delayed a man's surgery because he had HIV failed in his care, an ombudsman said. The patient, 48 from Walsall, had been due to undergo prostate surgery at the town's Manor Hospital in March 2020.
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HDL Cholesterol Levels Linked to Dementia Risk Dec. 1, 2023 – People with unusually high levels of HDL, the so-called "good cholesterol," may be more likely to develop dementia, new research suggests. Very high HDL cholesterol levels were not common among study participants and likely were linked ...
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'Hidden Hearing Loss' May Cause Tinnitus: Study But some people who have tinnitus are still able to perform well on standard hearing tests, according to researchers at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. That happens because the tests don't pick up auditory nerve ...
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World AIDS Day marked with events raising awareness and encouraging treatment across New York City The race proceeds benefit several local hospitals and the Richard M. Brodsky Foundation. Brodsky, a brain cancer survivor, was diagnosed with HIV in 1997. His foundation raises money to benefit those living with HIV ...
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Long COVID Rates Appear to Be Decreasing To start, greater population immunity—whether from infection, vaccination or both—has likely provided protection against lingering symptoms. There is no question that vaccines have provided a strong defense against the virus over the past three years.
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Influenza A(H1N2) variant virus infection - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland When a human is infected with a swine-origin influenza virus, the virus is referred to as a variant (or "v") virus. Most human cases result from exposure to swine influenza viruses through ...
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Study finds COVID-19 caused surge in premature births It takes almost a year longer for that to happen in the ZIP codes with the lowest vaccine uptake. That highlights how protective COVID vaccines have been. By increasing immunity faster, early vaccination uptake likely prevented thousands of preterm births ...
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Bird flu identified in commercial flock in Barron County MADISON, Wis. (WEAU) - ...
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Community organizations laud new supports to help combat rising HIV rates in Manitoba The Manitoba government announced new supports for HIV care on Friday, coinciding with World AIDS Day — including the creation of an Indigenous-led mobile service for homeless Manitobans and a research grant in memory of a doctor who treated HIV/AIDS ...
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Flu is on the rise while RSV infections may be peaking, US health officials say But COVID-19 continues to cause the most hospitalizations and deaths among respiratory illnesses – about 15,000 hospitalizations and about 1,000 deaths every week, the U.S. CDC says. By MIKE STOBBEAssociated Press.
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Community members unite on World AIDS Day Memories flood back of the friends Reys lost due to AIDS. Friday's downpour couldn't stop Reys from coming down to the AIDS Memorial in Greenwich Village to remember those who've died from the disease ...
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World AIDS Day 2023: Honoring the first generations of researchers and preparing the next Jesse Clark, MD didn't end up researching the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) by accident. He became a doctor because of HIV. Growing up in the '80s and '90s as a gay man, he was part of a community under attack by the virus, and by a social stigma ...
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In the bleak midwinter: Lightening your mood when dark days bring on seasonal depression "People have heard the term SAD, or seasonal affective disorder — and affective is just a psychiatric term for mood," said Dr. Raymond Lam, a professor of psychiatry at UBC who has spent decades researching seasonal depression.
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The South is 'the epicenter' of a new HIV crisis. Medicaid expansion could help. Medicaid is the largest source of health insurance coverage for adults living with HIV. And expanding Medicaid could bring more funds to southern hospitals treating patients with HIV. A September poll found that 9 of every 10 Mississippians ...
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'There's not a lot known about it right now' Central Oregon kennels preparing for unknown respiratory disease (KTVZ) -- A new respiratory illness of as yet unknown origin is affecting dogs across the state, according to the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association. Portland, Salem, and Eugene are the current hotspots, but Central Oregon veterinarians and shelters are ...
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Hull hospital norovirus cases hit eight-year high Hospital wards in Hull have been hardest hit by a national outbreak of the norovirus winter vomiting bug, new figures have shown. Last weekend, the NHS trust which runs Hull Royal Infirmary had to close more ...
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The chilling origin of germinal centers The mammalian immune system is known for its capacity to mount rapid and antigen-specific responses of a durable nature. Within the humoral arm of adaptive immunity, germinal centers (GCs) play a special role.
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With Respiratory Viruses Circulating, All Bay Area Health Officers Recommend Actions to Stay Healthy for the Holidays Staying up to date on vaccination is the best way to protect against severe COVID-19, influenza (flu) and RSV disease. These viruses pose the greatest risk to infants, older adults, and persons with certain health conditions. Getting recommended vaccines ...
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What happens during lung cancer screenings, and who should get one? Their primary purpose? Catching disease in the earliest stages leads to more effective treatments, improved outcomes and better quality of life. Just as a mammogram, blood pressure check, or colonoscopy screening can be lifesaving, the same holds for ...
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5 Common Illnesses and How You Can Stop the Spread A cold is another term used for an upper respiratory infection associated with symptoms such as a runny nose, congestion, cough, and a sore throat. "Cold symptoms can start one to three days after ...
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Scorecard reveals risk of dementia, stroke By focusing on a list of 12 steps covering modifiable behaviors, adults can greatly reduce their risk of developing brain diseases such as dementia and stroke, according to a new study. The list, which looks at physical, lifestyle, and social-emotional ...
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Ozempic and Wegovy Show Promise for Treating Alcohol Use Disorder Dopamine is the "pleasure" hormone that makes drinking alcohol feel good. More research is needed before semaglutide becomes a treatment for AUD. Experts say it may be worth a try now if you already ...
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FACT SHEET: Federal Efforts to End HIV/AIDS in the US and Globally The global community, including the U.S. is making progress toward eliminating HIV transmission, but we must accelerate these efforts. In too many communities, barriers to comprehensive HIV prevention and treatment limit awareness, access, and ...
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Minister's statement on World AIDS Day, Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week "This Indigenous AIDS Awareness week is an opportunity to increase awareness and knowledge about HIV/AIDs, reduce HIV/AIDS-related stigma and establish ongoing illness prevention and education programs in Indigenous communities. " ...
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11 states have 'high' or 'very high' respiratory illness: Map shows where sickness is spreading Editor's note: This story was updated to correct one of the states not reporting sufficient data. (NEXSTAR) – It's not just you – a lot of people are sick right now. Tracking by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show a jump in the number ...
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World AIDS Day 2023 – Working to End HIV Stigma A Terrence Higgins Trust survey of 2022 shows that 74% of people living with HIV in the UK have experienced stigma or discrimination due to their health status, even from their friends, family and partners. The ...
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7 treatments for seasonal affective disorder Don't brush off your winter blues. There are effective seasonal depression treatments to get you feeling more like yourself. When the season shifts to cooler temps, your mood might shift, too — for better or worse. In the northern latitudes, ...
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PrEP has revolutionized the war on HIV — but barriers to access remain [This story, which we feature today on World AIDS Day, is part of ongoing work on LGBTQ+ healthcare in North Carolina, written by Joe Killian. It was conceived and written through a partnership between NC Newsline and Qnotes Carolinas.].
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Southampton City Council welcomes new HIV testing funds for University Hospital Southampton to mark World AIDS Day Ahead of World AIDS Day on 1 December, the new Health Secretary Victoria Atkins has announced that the government will be rolling out an innovative new HIV testing approach to all areas with a high prevalence of HIV, including Southampton.
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Governor Hochul Announces State Landmarks to be Illuminated in Recognition of World Aids Day "We also honor New Yorkers currently fighting this disease – while we've made progress in reducing HIV infections across the state, we know there is more work to be done. Today, we are recommitting our efforts to ending this epidemic once and for all.".
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Community participation and leadership in spotlight on World Aids Day Healthcare workers have joined people around the world to commemorate World Aids Day on 1 December 2023 and have highlighted the important role communities play in shaping the HIV/AIDS response. World AIDS Day is commemorated annually on 1 December and ...
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DOJ orders Tennessee to stop enforcing a statute, finding that it discriminates against people with HIV Under Tennessee's aggravated prostitution law, people convicted of conducting sex work with HIV are put on the "violent sex offenders" list for life. The DOJ found the policy violates the Americans with Disabilities Act, since ...
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Leeds hospitals chosen for expanded national HIV programme The project will see patients with undiagnosed HIV, Hepatitis B and C picked up in a new opt-out testing programme to be carried out in 46 more emergency departments in 32 high HIV prevalence areas of the country.
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State landmarks to be illuminated in recognition of World AIDS Day "We also honor New Yorkers currently fighting this disease. While we've made progress in reducing HIV infections across the state, we know there is more work to be done. Today, we are recommitting our efforts to ending this epidemic once and for all.".
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World AIDS Day: New treatment strategies and support for older adults with HIV "Most of the current antivirals are 'one drug, one bug' therapies that target a specific viral protein," says Subha Dahal, a recent PhD graduate who completed her doctoral research in Alan Cochrane's lab in the department of molecular genetics at the ...
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PennWest campuses display AIDS Memorial Quilt panel PA Thrive Partnership will mark World AIDS Day by displaying a panel of the AIDS Memorial Quilt on all three PennWest campuses. The quilt will be displayed 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 5 in Clarion's Eagle Commons; 11 a.m.to 2 p.m. Dec.
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Latin America and the Caribbean: Every day 30 adolescents and young people become infected with HIV for the first time Panama City, Panama. December 1, 2023.-In Latin America and the Caribbean, approximately 30 new cases - 11,000 a year - of infections are registered every day. among adolescents and young people, aged between 10 and 19 years old, highlights the new ...
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DHS Recognizes World AIDS Day Tomorrow, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) will join countless other organizations around the state and across the country to observe the 35th annual World AIDS Day by honoring, celebrating, and advocating for those who have been ...
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Justice Department Finds that Enforcement of Tennessee State Law Discriminates Against People with HIV The Justice Department announced today its finding that the State of Tennessee, including its Bureau of Investigation (TBI) and the Shelby County District Attorney's Office (SCDAO), violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by enforcing the ...
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Fevered Planet: How a shifting climate is catalysing infectious disease As temperatures shift, animals move to different regions and pathogens have more opportunities to jump between hosts. Could the next pandemic be fuelled by an unstable climate? When temperatures rise, everything changes and disease arrives.
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Triptans, ergots, anti-emetics most effective acute migraine treatments Key takeaways: Researchers analyzed 3,119,517 migraine attacks among 36,840 unique medication entries for 278,006 users. Eletriptan, zolmitriptan and sumatriptan were the most effective individual medications. Among seven classes and 25 ...
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COVID levels rise by 50% in Minnesota compared to pre-Thanksgiving levels MINNEAPOLIS — New wastewater data from the University of Minnesota shows an uptick in COVID-19 cases statewide. The data runs through Nov. 26, when people were still traveling for the holiday. Statewide, the data show there has been a 51% increase in ...
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