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A trifecta of viruses in the DC region has health officials worried A surge in coronavirus and flu infections in recent weeks, driven upward as more people have come into contact with one another during the holidays, has health officials in the Washington region worried about a potential strain on area hospitals.
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An Incurable Disease Is Coming for Deer Jorge is leading a multiyear study at the University of Georgia on chronic wasting disease, an always-fatal neurological illness. Ubiquitous deer may be, but in CWD, they face a serious threat. From its first appearance in Colorado in the late 1960s, CWD ...
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Argentina reports rare human Western equine encephalitis infection Birds are the main hosts of the virus, which can pass to horses and, occasionally, humans through infected mosquitoes. In humans, WEE infections range from the asymptomatic or moderate level to a severe form that includes aseptic meningitis and ...
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For the Sake of Your Kidneys, Think Twice About Reaching for the Salt Shaker Adding salt to food, even just sometimes, was significantly associated with a higher risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD), a large prospective cohort study showed. In U.K. Biobank participants, those who said they always added extra salt to their food ...
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Put Down That Salt Shaker to Spare Your Kidneys By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). FRIDAY, Dec. 29, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Folks who habitually add an extra sprinkle of salt to their meals are doing no favors for their kidneys, new research confirms.
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4 simple remedies to add to your routine to relieve constipation symptoms, from a pelvic-health specialist Person sitting on couch wearing jeans and a grey sweater. They have stomach cramps and. Getty Images. Constipation is common, but you can ...
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Baystate Medical, other Mass. hospitals now require face masks at all times The sign indicates masks must now be worn at all times. Over the summer, many hospitals in Massachusetts lifted their COVID-19 mask requirement as coronavirus cases fell ...
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Chemical in female tears lowers male aggression, study finds Noam Sobel, co-author of the study and neurobiologist at the Weizmann Institute of Science, said in a statement, "These findings suggest that tears are a chemical blanket offering protection against aggression — and that this effect is common to rodents ...
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COVID May Cause Ongoing Brain Injury Unseen by Routine Tests Dec. 29, 2023 – While COVID-19 is mostly a respiratory illness, scientists have known for years it can also cause problems in other parts of the body, including the brain. A study from the United Kingdom now shows that brain damage may even keep ...
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7 Things to Do in the New Year for a Longer, Healthier Life Barron's spoke with medical doctors and scientists to compile a list of seven things that you should do to help you live a long, healthy life. Exercise regularly. Eat healthy. Drink moderately, if at all, and don't smoke. Get enough sleep. Maintain strong ...
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Why Seasonal Affective Disorder is more than just the 'winter blues' LA CROSSE, Wis. (WEAU) ...
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Ringing in the New Year with a toast, how to avoid a holiday hangover NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - ...
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Early-Onset Dementia: Health, Lifestyle Factors May Boost Your Risk By Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). FRIDAY, Dec. 29, 2023 (HealthDay News) — From alcohol use to social isolation, poor hearing and heart disease, researchers have identified more than a dozen non-genetic factors that up the risk ...
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Thinking of (another) tattoo this summer? What you need to know about sunburn, sweating and fading Tattoo inks are deposited in the layer of skin called the dermis. This layer contains sweat and oil glands, a blood supply, immune cells, collagen to support the skin's structures, and fibroblasts, which produce collagen.
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'Game changer': Reviewing new RSV prevention tools for children CDC recommends RSV immunization for infants · FDA approves Pfizer's RSV vaccine to protect infants · Q&A: What to know about new RSV immunizations for infants · VIDEO: US experiencing shortage of RSV immunization.
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Manitoba mulls surgery cancellations as ICUs strain under respiratory illnesses Intensive care units in Manitoba hospitals continue to be pushed to their limits by a surge in respiratory illnesses, prompting some surgical cancellations and possibly more, a provincial health official says. "The numbers look like they're still ...
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Flu cases are spiking in Louisiana. Here's what to do. LOUISIANA, USA — Louisiana is having one of the worst flu seasons of any state. Friday afternoon, the Louisiana Health Department released its latest weekly flu report. It shows about 14% of people who sought emergency medical care in Louisiana during ...
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Cluster of Shigella cases poses low risk to general public, Multnomah County officials say There have been 45 cases of Shigella reported in the Tri-County area, including Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas, in December so far. Image. Tents in downtown Portland on March 14, 2022. | SHUTTERSTOCK. by Amelia Templeton|Oregon Public Broadcasting.
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Yolo County recommends residents vaccinate, mask indoors as regional virus activity rises Travelers with protective face masks wait in line to check in at the Los Angeles International Airport in Los Angeles, Monday, Dec. 19, 2022. AP Photo/Jae C. Hong. Rates of COVID-19, RSV and influenza are rising in Yolo and Sacramento counties and ...
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New Year's Eve: 5 nutrition tips to beat the hangover blues 1. Hydration is key · 2. Electrolyte-rich foods · 3. Ginger for beating nausea · 4. Eggs for amino acids · 5. Complex carbohydrates · 6. Healthy fats for liver support · 7. Coconut water for rehydration · 1. More alcohol.
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Move over Ozempic... there's a vibrating pill that tricks stomachs into feeling full The key to one's stomach fullness may lie in a vibrating capsule, according to one weight-loss treatment study involving pigs and Massachusetts Institute of Technology engineers. The pill, called Vibratory Ingestible BioElectronic Stimulator, ...
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'Frightened' nurses reliving pandemic trauma in overwhelmed ICUs There's a discomfiting sense of déjà vu among nurses in Manitoba hospitals again scrambling to find additional staff for critical-care units overwhelmed by patients felled by flu and other respiratory illnesses. As was the case during the first waves ...
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Italian may regain use of hand after nerve transfer from amputated leg Surgeons at Marcello Gaviglio (CTO) transferred part of the man's sciatic nerve, which controlled the movement of his amputated foot, to his brachial plexus, the network of nerves that connect the spinal cord to the shoulder, arm and hand.
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Clermont County 9-year-old is first Ohio child death of this influenza season A 9-year-old girl from Clermont County is the first child in the state to die from influenza-related complications in the 2023-2024 flu season, according to the Ohio Department of Health. Officials are urging the public to get vaccinated as flu ...
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La. among states with highest numbers of respiratory illnesses: What you need to know BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB ...
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NHS in England facing 'storm of pressure' as flu and Covid cases surge Cases of norovirus were up 61% from the same period last year, while serious flu cases also continued to spiral, with an average of 942 patients with flu in hospital each day in the week to 24 December, including 48 in critical care.
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Clermont County girl first Ohio pediatric flu death of the season COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Health on Friday reported a 9-year-old girl from Clermont County is the state's first flu-associated pediatric death of the 2023-24 influenza season. Clermont County Public Health is investigating the death.
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Ohio's first pediatric flu death reported in Clermont County "If you haven't gotten ...
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'Freezing for a Reason:' A tale of Heber Valley's cold plunging women KPCW's Amber Johnson is part of a tribe of women who cold plunges year-round. She talks about the benefits, risks and that memorable encounter with a water snake. I'm part of a crazy tribe of women who are among the many locals who make the pilgrimage ...
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DHEC Promotes Free Tobacco Quitline Services to Promote Mental and Physical Health in the New Year The holiday season affects people in different ways and for many, coping mechanisms include using commercial tobacco products. Quitting tobacco improves mood disorders and protects against chronic diseases, as well as respiratory illnesses like flu and ...
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What sunscreen is best? A dermatologist offers advice on protecting your skin Sunburn can cause cancer, heat stroke and changes to the immune system. Choosing the right sun protection, even for darker skin, is more complicated than it looks. Sunburn is a sign that skin has experienced significant levels of damage.
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Here's Why a Cleveland Clinic Cardiologist Is Warning Families About 'Holiday Heart Syndrome' He warns that although Afib can present with these symptoms, it can also come on silently. "For anyone using a wearable device that can monitor heart rhythms, sometimes an alert of an abnormally fast or irregular rhythm is the first finding in folks who ...
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Hospital flu cases up six-fold in a month as staff contend with impact of strikes Thousands of people were in hospital with winter viruses last week, including over 940 patients with flu, as staff contended with significant winter pressure on top of the impact of industrial action. The latest figures for the week to Christmas Eve ...
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One man's breast cancer diagnosis inspires groundbreaking treatment tool Being diagnosed with potentially fatal metastatic breast cancer inspired one man to gather a team of diverse professionals to create an AI-based tool that analyzes a patient's symptoms using a smartphone, providing oncologists with a means of providing ...
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How long does it take to form a habit? How long does it take to form a habit? By Kasandra Brabaw, Anastasia Buyalskaya, Angela Duckworth and Katy Milkman, CNN. 7 minute read.
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My Secret to Running in the Winter Isn't Cheap—but It Keeps Me Motivated Sad running gear gets sadder come January. These stylish pieces from brands like Satisfy, District Vision and Bandit are pricey, but might actually make you want to train through frigid temperatures. LILAC FOR THE WIN Satisfy's sturdy shirts are ...
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8 longevity experts share their best advice for creating healthy habits that can help you age well "While New Year's resolutions can provide a symbolic starting point, the key is cultivating a mindset that values continuous improvement and well-being throughout the year," says Melanie Goldey, CEO of Tally Health.
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Should you take the plunge? Diving into the science behind cold exposure therapy Every winter, you hear about people plunging into icy water. Often it's for special events, like this holiday fundraiser in northern NY in which more than a dozen people plunged into the 43 degree St. Lawrence River.
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Getting into the Exercise Habit "Every doctor I ever went to told me I was obese and overweight," laments Victoria Walker. It's not that they didn't try to help or that Walker didn't take their advice. She followed their exercise routines, took up walking and went on diets. But after a ...
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'Absolute flood': Opioids become more lethal — and more common — on Calgary streets In another reflection of the unrelenting opioid crisis, city police say the number of incidents they've dealt with involving the drugs has more tripled in 2023 compared to recent years. In the first half of 2023, incidents where opioids were considered ...
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2024 Prediction from Fran Gregory, Pharm.D., MBA We asked our readers and some members of our editorial advisory board to make predictions for 2024. Here's what Fran Gregory, Pharm.D., MBA said: "2024 is going to be an exciting year for cell and gene therapy approvals following a strong end to 2023, ...
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Ten communities make up half of RCMP overdose response calls Alberta RCMP responded to twice as many suspected drug overdoses between January and November 2023 than in all of 2022. Of the 1026 suspected overdoses RCMP responded to so far this year, 517 were reported by just ten detachments, more than all ...
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10 ways to connect with nature for better mental well-being, try outdoor yoga or water therapy Finding solace in nature has become more essential than ever these days for our mental health, thanks to our overpacked schedules and sedentary lifestyles. When the days get tough, the rhythmic flow of a stream, the rustling leaves in a forest, ...
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Opioid addiction continues to be a deadly problem Chris Hibbard – LETHBRIDGE HERALD – Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. The dangers of opioids cannot be understated. Reports continue on statistics and trends related to street-drugs, opioid dependency, overdosing and deaths.
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New Year 2024: 10 tips to control blood sugar levels as you toast to new beginnings Opting for smaller portions, lean proteins, avoiding excess alcohol, staying hydrated, getting sufficient sleep and regular morning exercise can help keep your blood glucose levels in check. Wrap up the year gone by & ...
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