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	health Daily update ⋅ December 8, 2023
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	CNN Fears as West Africa battles worst diphtheria outbreak in recent times CNN Worryingly, the outbreak has now spread to other West African countries such as Niger and Guinea and Medecins San Frontieres (MSF) says these nations are currently facing some of the most severe outbreaks of this vaccine-preventable disease ever documented ... Flag as irrelevant
	Healthline Ozempic, Wegovy and Other GLP-1 Drugs May Reduce Colorectal Cancer Risk Healthline Researchers looked at the records of more than 1.2 million diabetes patients and compared GLP-1s to other commmon antidiabetic medications like metformin and insulin. In addition to diabetes and weight loss, studies of GLP- ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Rabies scare in Michigan prompted by an unusual pet: Skunks USA TODAY A skunk with ties to an Attica, Michigan, skunk breeder tested positive for rabies in late November, and authorities don't know how or when the animal was infected. Flag as irrelevant
	CNN CDC urges doctors, health departments to bolster surveillance of more severe mpox strain CNN The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention urged doctors and health departments Thursday to be on the lookout for a more infectious strain of the virus that causes mpox, which is spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Flag as irrelevant
	Health.com Experts Say White Lung Pneumonia is 'Nothing to Be Alarmed About'—Here's What to Know Health.com "White lung syndrome," or "white lung pneumonia," refers to when a chest x-ray scan shows white areas on the lungs. This term doesn't describe a new, distinct disease, or any specific set of symptoms. Experts recommend pandemic prevention ... Flag as irrelevant
	Healthline Eating a Bowl of Yogurt May Help Reduce Your Risk of Depression, Anxiety Healthline A new study in mice has found that the bacterium Lactobacillus helps the body manage stress, potentially preventing the onset of mental health conditions like depression and anxiety. The results could pave the way for new therapies to treat anxiety, ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN 'Completely ignored': Why health problems caused by childbirth are neglected CNN Other common complications include low back pain (32%), anal incontinence (19%), urinary incontinence (8-31%), anxiety (9-24%), depression (11-17%), perineal pain (11%) and fear of childbirth (6-15%). Flag as irrelevant
	MarketWatch Everything You Need To Know About the Mysterious Respiratory Dog Illness MarketWatch The illness is a harmful respiratory infection that vets are referring to as "aCIRD," or Atypical Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease. Respiratory illnesses in dogs are nothing new — many dog owners are familiar with kennel cough. Flag as irrelevant
	TIME Federal Program Offers Free COVID, Flu At-Home Tests, Treatments WebMD Dec. 7, 2023 -- The U.S. government has expanded a program offering free COVID-19 and flu tests and treatment. The Home Test to Treat program is virtual and offers at-home rapid tests, telehealth sessions, and at-home treatments to people nationwide. Flag as irrelevant
	Express Healthcare Management Have High Blood Pressure? Your Partner May, Too WebMD Dec. 7, 2023 – It's possible that doctors' offices might start sending invites to date night blood pressure screenings for couples. That's because a new study shows that in nearly 4 in 10 heterosexual couples in the U.S., both partners have high blood ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Detroit News Mystery dog illness puts Michigan pet owners on edge The Detroit News No cases of the mysterious illness have been reported in Michigan. Vets here are educating their clients about the disease, including by telling. Anne Snabes. The Detroit News. As a mysterious respiratory illness spreads among dogs in the U.S., ... Flag as irrelevant
	Pulse GPs told they need more training to diagnose gynaecological cancers Pulse The committee of Welsh Members of the Senedd (MS) has made a number of recommendations to improve women's experiences of the gynae cancer pathway. Their inquiry found that women presenting to their ... Flag as irrelevant
	WFSB Cold and flu season is here, numbers are rising WFSB "I lost my voice last ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News Drinking too much diet soda could be bad for your liver, study says CBS News Researchers believe that excessive intake of artificial sweeteners found in diet soda promotes insulin resistance and weight gain which can lead to fat deposits in the liver. But they said clinical trials are needed to further study this possible ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Indian Express More than a third of women have lasting health problems after childbirth, says Lancet study The Indian Express Part of a special series on maternal health, the study reveals the high burden of post-natal conditions that persist in the months or even years after giving birth. These include pain during sexual intercourse (dyspareunia) ... Flag as irrelevant
	WAFB YOUR HEALTH: Preventing obesity by targeting your genes WAFB (Ivanhoe Newswire) - ... Flag as irrelevant
	AAHA Canine respiratory mystery: What we know about the outbreak AAHA This infection is part of the canine infectious respiratory disease complex (CIRDC), a syndrome of diseases that can be caused by several different—and often highly contagious—bacterial and viral pathogens in which coinfections are common. Flag as irrelevant
	Lenawee County, MI State warns Michigan residents about possible rabies exposure Lenawee County, MI LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan departments of Health and Human Service, Natural Resources and Agriculture and Rural Development are working with local health departments across the state to alert Michigan residents who purchased skunks in the past ... Flag as irrelevant
	Malaria Journal First report of Anopheles stephensi from southern Ethiopia Malaria Journal Anopheles stephensi is an emerging exotic invasive urban malaria vector in East Africa. The World Health Organization recently announced an initiative to take concerted actions to limit this vector's expansion by strengthening surveillance and control ... Flag as irrelevant
	Minneapolis Star Tribune Access barriers loom in Minnesota for blockbuster sickle cell therapy Minneapolis Star Tribune A fight over insurance coverage is looming for a blockbuster gene therapy that could bring hope and health to Minnesotans with sickle cell disease. Federal regulators are expected to approve the therapy, called exa-cel, Friday. Flag as irrelevant
	Psychiatrist.com Short, Daily 'Bran Zap' Sessions Could Reduce Alzheimer's Symptoms Psychiatrist.com A study found that 20 minutes of tDCS, twice daily, significantly improves cognitive functions in Alzheimer's patients. The treatment, focusing on the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, showed enhanced memory and cognitive performance. Flag as irrelevant
	MIT Technology Review The lucky break behind the first CRISPR treatment MIT Technology Review The disease is caused by faulty hemoglobin, the molecule that carries oxygen in the blood. To cure it, though, Vertex and its partner company, CRISPR Therapeutics, aren't fixing the genes responsible for the mutation that leaves those molecules misshapen. Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Government inaction on obesity is harming our health The Guardian It's easy to blame individuals, but real change can only happen if industry and the government take responsibility, says Colette Marshall of Diabetes UK. Plus a letter from Michael Fuller. Thu 7 Dec 2023 12.31 EST. Re your report on the cost of people ... Flag as irrelevant
	phila.gov RSV precautions include newly available immunizations phila.gov Winter respiratory virus season is here. While most people already know about colds and flu, it's important to know about RSV or Respiratory Syncytial (sin-SISH-uhl) Virus, as well. It's another common cause of colds and other respiratory infections. Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Some Breast Cancer Survivors May Safely De-escalate Mammography Three Years After Surgery American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) SAN ANTONIO – Women 50 or older who de-escalated to less-frequent mammography three years after curative surgery for early-stage breast cancer had similar outcomes to women who received annual mammography, according to results from the Mammo-50 trial ... Flag as irrelevant
	Healio Can Certain Younger Post-Menopausal Women With Low-Risk Breast Cancer Skip Radiation? Breastcancer.org People diagnosed with early-stage, hormone receptor-positive breast cancer are commonly prescribed radiation therapy and hormonal therapy after lumpectomy to reduce the risk of recurrence (the cancer coming back). Advertisement. Flag as irrelevant
	The Straits Times How vaping is bad for your health The Straits Times These chemicals are linked with possible toxic effects and respiratory irritation. Vape users are also more prone to having a "popcorn lung", scientifically termed bronchiolitis obliterans, a condition where lung airways are ... Flag as irrelevant
	District Health Department 10 World AIDS Day (12/1/2023) District Health Department 10 World AIDS Day – December 1, 2023. Key Facts. According to the CDC: HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the body's immune system. If HIV is not treated, it can lead to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). Flag as irrelevant
	The Herald Raising our hands together: Toward an AIDS-free future ReliefWeb Opinion editorial by Lydia Zigomo, UNFPA East and Southern Africa Regional Director. The young girls and boys raised their arms and stomped their feet during the opening of the 22nd International Conference on AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Infections ... Flag as irrelevant
	POLITICO.eu Let HIV communities lead POLITICO.eu Ongoing HIV stigma hampers testing, treatment and prevention. Multilayered impacts necessitate community initiatives and the dismantling of discriminatory laws for effective collaboration, which are essential for achieving HIV elimination goals. Flag as irrelevant
	Technology Networks Protein Linked to Early-Onset Dementia Identified Technology Networks Scientists have identified abnormal aggregates of a protein called TAF15 in the brains of individuals with early-onset dementia, known as frontotemporal dementia, where the cause was not previously known. Most neurodegenerative diseases ... Flag as irrelevant
	Newsroom OSF HealthCare Significant Rise in Respiratory Illness Patients Newsroom OSF HealthCare OSF HealthCare hospitals and clinics across the state are seeing a significant uptick in patients to begin December. The heavy increase in patients can lead to elevated exposure of germs and viruses, plus longer wait times. Flag as irrelevant
	WBTV Atrium Health implementing visitor restrictions due to rise in respiratory illnesses WBTV Atrium Health is also ... Flag as irrelevant
	Spectrum News Experts recommend getting vaccinated as flu becomes 'prevalent' in New York Spectrum News It's flu season and New York state is recognizing National Influenza Vaccination Week while also grappling with an increase in cases. The uptick has led the state Department of Health to declare the flu "prevalent" in New York, which means health care ... Flag as irrelevant
	Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance The African Vaccine Manufacturing Accelerator: what is it and why is it important? Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance A new innovative financing instrument, called the African Vaccine Manufacturing Accelerator (AVMA), has been approved by the Gavi Board. But why is it important for African countries to produce vaccines, how will it work, and why now? Flag as irrelevant
	CNN FDA expected to approve first CRISPR gene-editing treatment, bringing hope to thousands with sickle cell disease CNN Before Johnny Lubin got a potentially life-changing experimental treatment at the age of 13, he recalls, he had one main concern. "I was worrying that I might get, like, superpowers," said Johnny, now 15, who lives in Trumbull, Connecticut, ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News Food makers focus on Ozempic supplements and side dishes CBS News Semaglutides like Ozempic and Wegovy, prescribed to treat Type 2 diabetes, are also now being used for weight loss given that they suppress the appetite. Food makers are keeping a close eye on how they might change Americans' consumption patterns on a ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report PFAS Chemicals May Harm Bones of Hispanic Teens U.S. News & World Report By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). THURSDAY, Dec. 7, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- "Forever" PFAS chemicals appear to harm bone health in Hispanic teenagers, a new study finds. The more PFAS chemicals found in the bodies of Hispanic ... Flag as irrelevant
	Reuters US urges RSV vaccine makers to meet winter demand, White House says Reuters WASHINGTON, Dec 7 (Reuters) - U.S. officials met again with RSV vaccine manufacturers this week amid ongoing efforts to boost access to the shots, the White House said in a statement on Thursday after senior Biden administration officials met with the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Reuters New $1 billion plan for African vaccine manufacturing -GAVI Alliance Reuters The "African Vaccine Manufacturing Accelerator" aims to address the inequality in access to vaccines that plagued the continent during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as to use domestically-produced shots to tackle diseases that kill hundreds of thousands ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Behind a unique approach to treat antibiotic resistant superbugs CNN Meet the scientists leading the way in phage therapy, an alternate treatment where naturally occurring viruses target antibiotic-resistant bacteria. 08:26 - Source: CNN. Stories worth watching 16 videos. fst vital signs. Video Ad Feedback. Flag as irrelevant
	UChicago Medicine New cancer drug shows promise in pancreatic tumors UChicago Medicine Organoids are 3D cell cultures that researchers use to study miniature organs in a dish. They also used genetic sequencing technology to uncover the mechanism CK21 uses to kill tumor cells. Efficiency of CK21 in eliminating pancreatic ... Flag as irrelevant

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