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	health Daily update ⋅ December 9, 2023
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	The New York Times New Sickle Cell Therapies Will Be Out of Reach Where They Are Needed Most The New York Times The Food and Drug Administration's approval on Friday of two groundbreaking gene therapy treatments for sickle cell disease has brought a rare moment of hope and celebration to people with the agonizing blood disorder. But there is no clear path for ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News COVID-19 hospitalizations are increasing in US, rates are highest among oldest and youngest Americans ABC News "COVID has not disappeared, although it may have gone from many people's minds and the top of their attention," Dr. William Schaffner, a professor of preventive medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, told ABC News. "I'm afraid the COVID virus is ... Flag as irrelevant
	NPR FDA approves first gene-editing treatment for human illness NPR The decisions are being hailed as milestones for treating sickle cell and for the rapidly advancing field of gene therapy, which is stirring excitement for treatment of many diseases. "Sickle cell disease is a rare, ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News Breast cancer survivors may not need so many mammograms after surgery, UK study suggests ABC News A large British study finds that less frequent screening is just as good as annual mammograms for certain breast cancer survivors. ByCARLA K. JOHNSON AP medical writer. December 8, 2023, 5:19 AM. FILE - A radiologist uses a magnifying glass to check ... Flag as irrelevant
	PBS NewsHour How uninsured adults can still get vaccinated against COVID PBS NewsHour One in six Americans have received their updated COVID vaccine so far this year, and federal data show people with little to no health insurance are far less likely to have that level of protection against severe COVID illness or death. Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News Find out how a respiratory virus forever changed one Minnesota family CBS News BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. -- Respiratory viruses are back with a vengeance. Tragically, the health department is reporting Minnesota's first RSV death of the season. It hits older folks and young kids the hardest. The number of people going to the hospital ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP US COVID activity jumps as JN.1 expands, brisk flu and RSV levels continue CIDRAP Also, the CDC today reported more steady rises in flu activity, especially in the Southeast and South-Central regions, as respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) activity across the nation remains elevated. Flag as irrelevant
	PEOPLE.com What Exactly Is 'White Lung Pneumonia' — and Should You Be Worried? PEOPLE.com Pediatric pneumonia cases are rising. Getty. According to the CDC, "Mycoplasma pneumoniae bacteria commonly cause mild infections of the respiratory system.". Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Breast Cancer Survivors May Not Need So Many Mammograms After Surgery, UK Study Suggests U.S. News & World Report Annual mammograms are recommended indefinitely for breast cancer survivors in many countries, including the U.S., but a large British study finds that less frequent screening is just as good. Yearly screening is meant to ... Flag as irrelevant
	MIT News MIT engineers design a robotic replica of the heart's right chamber MIT News The robo-ventricle combines real heart tissue with synthetic, balloon-like artificial muscles that enable scientists to control the ventricle's contractions while observing how its natural valves and other intricate structures function. The artificial ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News Chronic fatigue syndrome is not rare, says new CDC survey. It affects 3.3 million US adults ABC News The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's number is larger than previous studies have suggested, and is likely boosted by some of the patients with long COVID. The condition clearly "is not a rare illness," said the CDC's Dr. Elizabeth Unger, one of ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Washington Post Chronic fatigue syndrome is not rare, says new CDC survey. It affects 3.3 million US adults The Washington Post The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's number is larger than previous studies have suggested, and is likely boosted by some of the patients with long COVID. The condition clearly "is not a rare illness," said the CDC's Dr. Elizabeth Unger, one of ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Diabetes Meds Like Ozempic, Mounjaro Might Also Lower Risks for Colon Cancer U.S. News & World Report By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). FRIDAY, Dec. 8, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Could blockbuster diabetes and weight-loss meds such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound also lower users' odds for colon cancer? Flag as irrelevant
	WKMS State agency details confirmation of first case of Chronic Wasting Disease case in Ky. deer WKMS Preliminary tests were then conducted at Murray State University's Breathitt Veterinary Center, where the Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) test identified a sample as a suspect positive. In following the CWD Response Plan, the ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Women With Very Early Breast Cancer May Safely Skip Radiation Rx: Study U.S. News & World Report By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). FRIDAY, Dec. 8, 2023 (HealthDay News) -- Some women with a very early form of breast cancer known as ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) can safely skip follow-up radiation therapy after surgery, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Neurology Live Changes in the Diagnostic Process of Alzheimer Disease: A New Era of Blood-Based Approaches Neurology Live Now, patients who show the earliest signs of cognitive decline are followed up for additional screening, with a combination of biomarkers and imaging techniques to confirm the presence of amyloid-ß (Aß) and tau, the 2 major hallmarks of the disease. Flag as irrelevant
	Missouri Independent States strive to get opioid overdose drug to more people Missouri Independent Posing as shoppers, a team of researchers from the University of Mississippi called nearly 600 pharmacies across the state and asked a simple, yes-or-no question: "Do you have naloxone that I can pick up today?" Mississippi enacted a law authorizing ... Flag as irrelevant
	NET Nebraska Lincoln veterinarian addresses unusual dog respiratory illness, offers guidance to dog owners NET Nebraska During the holiday season, cases with symptoms different from typical kennel cough have been observed in Nebraska. Emily Kerl, a veterinarian with Ehlers Animal Care in Lincoln, said it's common to see respiratory illness around ... Flag as irrelevant
	National Institutes of Health NIH clinical trial of tuberculous meningitis drug regimen begins National Institutes of Health A trial of a new drug regimen to treat tuberculous meningitis (TBM) has started enrolling adults and adolescents in several countries where tuberculosis (TB) is prevalent. The Improved Management with Antimicrobial Agents Isoniazid Rifampicin Linezolid ... Flag as irrelevant
	Imperial College London Engaging heterosexual men more effectively could slash HIV infections in Uganda Imperial College London A study looking at 15 years of HIV transmission and suppression in Uganda reveals how closing gender gaps in treatment could slash infection rates. Providing more heterosexual men with easy access to HIV treatment and care could help to suppress the ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News Canine virus concerns: Is boarding your dog during holiday travels dangerous? CBS News DAVIS — The mysterious dog virus detected in 12 states, including California, has some pet owners rethinking their holiday travel plans over fears of infections. Dr. Karl Jandrey with the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine is closely monitoring the ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Brighton & Hove: Ban on fast food adverts to be introduced BBC News Fast food adverts on council-owned bus and taxi shelters are to be banned in Brighton and Hove. The restrictions on high fat, sugar and salt food adverts were agreed by the city council within the procurement of a new advertising contract. Flag as irrelevant
	uta.edu Studies have ramifications for Alzheimer's drug development, immunotherapies uta.edu Friday, Dec 08, 2023 • Katherine Egan Bennett : contact. daniel armstrong Daniel W. Armstrong, the lead author on both papers and the Welch Distinguished Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry. Scientists believe a buildup of the brain protein amyloid ... Flag as irrelevant
	Reuters WHO 'very worried' about spread of mpox in DRC Reuters LONDON, Dec 8 (Reuters) - The World Health Organization is "very worried" about the spread of a severe form of mpox that has killed nearly 600 people, mainly children, in the Democratic Republic of Congo this year, a senior official said. Flag as irrelevant
	Medriva Using Estrogen Levels to Predict Who May Benefit From Preventive Treatment With Anastrozole The ASCO Post Investigators have found that estrogen levels measured through blood tests may be predictive of which individuals at high risk of breast cancer will benefit from aromatase inhibitors, according to a recent study presented by Cuzick et al at the 2023 ... Flag as irrelevant
	CDC Severe and Fatal Confirmed Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever among People with Recent Travel to Tecate, Mexico US Embassy & Consulates in Mexico Distributed via the CDC Health Alert Network December 8, 2023, 4:15 PM ET CDCHAN-00502. Summary The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is issuing this Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Advisory to notify healthcare providers and the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Verywell Health You Can Now Get Free COVID-19 and Flu Tests and Treatments at Home Verywell Health U.S. adults can now access free tests to detect influenza and COVID-19 with one sample. If you test positive for either disease, regardless of where you took the test, you can get a free prescription for medications mailed to you or delivered to a ... Flag as irrelevant
	Olean Times Herald NY health commissioner declares the flu is prevalent Olean Times Herald ALBANY — New York state's health commissioner, Dr. James McDonald, has declared that influenza is prevalent, which means that healthcare workers who have not received this year's flu vaccine must wear masks in certain settings. Flag as irrelevant
	The Seattle Times State veterinarian warns of respiratory illness affecting WA dogs The Seattle Times Washington veterinarians have reported 16 cases concerning atypical Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex. Two of these cases met what the state considers an atypical case, in which veterinarians are unable to identify the cause of the illness, ... Flag as irrelevant
	URMC Everything You Need to Know About the New Pediatric RSV Immunizations URMC Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a major cause of illness in young children and is the leading reason why infants are hospitalized. Until recently, this viral infection was difficult to prevent or treat. Thanks to research advances, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Verywell Health What Is the Planetary Health Diet? How to Try This Eco-Conscious Eating Pattern Verywell Health Eating more plant-based foods may help reduce your environmental impact and support your overall health. Certain animal products are still your best bet for some important nutrients. It's easy to think that your diet doesn't impact anyone but you. Flag as irrelevant
	Loma Linda University Health Do you get sick back-to-back? Here's how the flu shot can help Loma Linda University Health Individuals with compromised immune systems face unique challenges during flu season, making vaccination a top priority. Conditions such as HIV/AIDS, certain cancers, organ transplants, and autoimmune diseases can weaken the body's ability to fight ... Flag as irrelevant
	militarynews.com Make a list, check it twice with these heart-healthy holiday travel hacks militarynews.com DALLAS — For people living with a health condition like heart disease or stroke, traveling away from home can pose some special challenges. The American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization devoted to a world of longer, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Punjab News Express Early ART Is Safe, Key to Suppressing HIV to Undetectable Levels in Infants Pharmacy Times Recent research published in The Lancet HIV further contributed to evidence that giving antiretroviral therapy (ART) to newborns with HIV within the first days of life, instead of within weeks or months, can safely suppress HIV in the blood to ... Flag as irrelevant
	Pittsburgh Post-Gazette New Report Boosts Estimates for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome in US WebMD Dec. 8, 2023 – More people than previously thought may have chronic fatigue syndrome, according to a new federal report. The condition's distinctive symptom is extreme exhaustion, but can include a range of others like dizziness and joint pain, ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca Does microdosing magic mushrooms help people with mental health issues? Science is trying to find out CBC.ca WARNING: This story contains mentions of suicide. "Microdosing saved my life," says Andrina Stan. Stan, 35, works as an integrated therapist in Toronto and has struggled with her mental health at times. Stan says she believes it was psilocybin, ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNA IN FOCUS: How schools and families are combating the problem of vaping among children CNA Despite vaping being illegal in Singapore, some students in primary schools have started picking up the habit; Parents and school staff CNA spoke to expressed concern over the worrying trend, with schools stepping up measures to combat the problem ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Straits Times More hospitalisations as Singapore's Covid-19 cases hit record high for 2023 The Straits Times SINGAPORE – Covid-19 infections and hospitalisations are increasing, putting a strain on hospitals here. The Ministry of Health (MOH), which raised the alert, has also reassured people that the numbers are ... Flag as irrelevant
	CTV News Chronic fatigue syndrome is more common than some past studies suggest, CDC says CTV News NEW YORK -- Health officials on Friday released the first nationally representative estimate of how many U.S. adults have chronic fatigue syndrome: 3.3 million. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's number is larger than previous studies ... Flag as irrelevant
	Marquette Mining Journal Studies: Flavored vape bans push youth to cigarettes Marquette Mining Journal Vaping, the report asserts, has exploded into a national crisis, and tobacco companies are helping to fuel it by targeting kids with flavors such as gummy bear and cotton candy; 83% of e-cigarette users use the flavored varieties. Flag as irrelevant
	Globalnews.ca Nova Scotia continuing-care assistant raises home care concerns around COVID-19 protocols Globalnews.ca She says that leaves staff members vulnerable to infection as workers are not mandated to wear masks and patients who contract the virus aren't required to isolate. CCA Amanda Hemming (left) ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Business Times More people in hospital with Covid-19 as infections climb to highest number in Singapore in 2023 The Business Times COVID-19 infections and hospitalisations are increasing, putting a strain on hospitals here. The Health Ministry, which raised the alert, has also reassured people that the numbers are not as high as during the pandemic, and that the circulating ... Flag as irrelevant

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