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	health Daily update ⋅ January 24, 2024
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	The Washington Post How exercise increases brain volume — and may slow memory decline The Washington Post Exercising for 25 minutes a week, or less than four minutes a day, could help to bulk up our brains and improve our ability to think as we grow older. A new study, which involved scanning the brains of more than 10,000 healthy men and women from ages ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News What's causing measles outbreaks? Experts point to vaccination decline, waning herd immunity CBS News According to data from the Pennsylvania Department of Health, during the 2021-2022 school year, 94.3% of kindergarteners in Philadelphia County were fully vaccinated with the MMR vaccine, which protects against measles, mumps and rubella. Last school year, ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News New treatment helps bring movement back to people who've suffered a stroke CBS News It works by surgically implanting a stimulation device called Vivistem in the neck, and a battery is placed in the chest. Mount Sinai Neurosurgeon Dr. Christopher Kellner says it was already being used to treat depression and ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress New approaches needed to find better cancer drug targets, says cancer specialist Medical Xpress Tumors depend heavily on certain genetic changes to thrive, and researchers have discovered many such "genetic dependencies" as targets for potential new cancer drugs. At the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard and elsewhere, researchers are also ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Decade-Long Study Offers Guidance on Treatments for Prostate Cancer U.S. News & World Report Active surveillance. That's when men get no treatment, but their tumor is closely monitored in case it needs treating later on · Nerve-sparing prostatectomy. · External beam radiation therapy (EBRT) -- using daily radiation to kill off cancer cells · Low-dose ... Flag as irrelevant
	Pharmacy Times Patients With Migraines Often Experience Stigma Related to Symptoms Pharmacy Times With headaches, people can experience pain or discomfort, but they can usually go about day-to-day activities, Cohen explained. However, this is not always the case with migraines, which are associated with moderate to severe (and often debilitating) pain. Flag as irrelevant
	Scientific American Ozempic and Other Weight-Loss Drugs Are Sparking a Risky New War on Obesity Scientific American The world has launched into an era of injectables not just to treat obesity but to manage weight. Is that all good news? By Arthur Caplan. Semaglutide auto injection pen for home use. Credit: KKStock/Getty Images. Nutrition. Flag as irrelevant
	The Seattle Times Home Tests Detect the New COVID Variant, But May Take Longer WebMD Our immune systems are getting stronger, said Peter Chin-Hong, MD, an infectious disease specialist and professor of medicine at University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine. As the pandemic has gone ... Flag as irrelevant
	Smithsonian Scientists Find Indicators in Blood Linked to Long Covid, Hinting at Future Treatments Smithsonian One part of the immune system appeared to be overly active in long Covid patients in a small study, a finding researchers hope could help diagnose or treat the condition. Will Sullivan. Daily Correspondent. January 23, 2024 1:56 p.m. ... Flag as irrelevant
	American Medical Association Why feds had compelling interest to act on vaccine disinformation American Medical Association Vaccines save lives, prevent disease and reduce stress on the nation's health care system. Because of this, the government has a compelling interest in combatting vaccine misinformation to prevent factually incorrect statements from costing lives. Flag as irrelevant
	Clinical Advisor RSV: Preventable and Treatable Infection of Young and Old Clinical Advisor Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) affects infants, young children, and older adults, particularly those with compromised respiratory or cardiovascular health. Every year RSV causes approximately 58,000 to 80,000 hospitalizations and 100 to 300 deaths ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Inexpensive Blood Test Can Screen for Alzheimer's: Study WebMD Jan. 23, 2024 – A blood test that's already commercially available is nearly as accurate as more invasive tests like spinal taps at detecting potential signs of Alzheimer's disease, a new study shows. The test looks for a protein in the blood called ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Flu, COVID Are Spreading: Protect Your Heart U.S. News & World Report By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter. (HealthDay). TUESDAY, Jan. 23, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Flu and COVID are sweeping across the country, posing a particular hazard to people at risk for heart disease. These respiratory infections can trigger heart ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress Beyond BMI, researcher says complete approach to measuring health is better Medical Xpress Stomach: How healthy is your digestive system? Do you have indigestion, stomach pain or bloating? Are your bowel movements regular? Is there blood in your stool? Have you experienced unexplained weight gain or loss? Flag as irrelevant
	WKYC.com What's with all the constant coughing? Take this quiz to help figure out what's wrong WKYC.com Yes, I have a chronic respiratory condition like Asthma or COPD. If you chose mostly As, you're dealing with an acute cough. "We typically see acute ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian 'This is urgent': the UK is scrambling to stem an alarming tide of measles The Guardian A staggering 3.4 million under-16s are at risk of getting the virus, officials believe, and letters are being sent to parents of unvaccinated children. GPs are setting up extra clinics and vaccine buses are targeting communities with low vaccination rates. Flag as irrelevant
	UNM Newsroom Podcast explores how to deal with seasonal depression and the 'winter blues' UNM Newsroom As much of the U.S. is recovering from record-breaking cold and winter storms, more people may be reflecting on how they feel during the winter season. Seasonal Depression, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder or S.A.D., is the topic of discussion ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News New coffee genetic map promises better brews BBC News Scientists have unravelled the genetic secrets of coffee in a discovery they say paves the way for more flavoursome brews. Researchers in Italy pieced together the most complete genetic map yet of Arabica coffee, the world's most popular drink. Flag as irrelevant
	NOLA.com Narcan can save lives during an overdose. Here's where to get it for free in Jefferson Parish. NOLA.com With opioid overdose deaths on the rise, Jefferson Parish is offering free Narcan at the Marrero Public Health Unit every Monday and Tuesday to anyone over the age of 18. Narcan, also known as naloxone, is a nasal spray designed to rapidly reverse the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medscape Should Your Medical Clinic Reinstate Mask Requirements? Medscape Most notably, masks are now required in all 11 of New York City's public hospitals and all Johns Hopkins Medicine locations in Maryland. Some healthcare facilities in California, Illinois, Massachusetts, and North Carolina have ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca Cases of aggressive form of strep on the rise in Nova Scotia CBC.ca Cases of invasive group A strep — a bacterial infection that can be deadly — are on the rise in Nova Scotia, according to figures provided by Nova Scotia Health. According to the data, there were 96 cases last year, compared to 57 cases in 2018. Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Every year spent in school or university improves life expectancy, study says The Guardian Using evidence from industrialised countries such as the UK and US as well as developing countries such as China and Brazil, the review found that an adult's risk of mortality went down by 2% for every year in full-time education. Flag as irrelevant
	CTV News Number of Canadians with dementia to grow 187% by 2050: study CTV News A new study finds that more services and supports should be tailored to the unique needs of diverse communities, predicting that the number of people living with dementia in Canada will rise 187 per cent by 2050. With a growing senior population in ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Straits Times Kids exposed to adversity in womb have faster brain development, higher risk of mental health disorders The Straits Times This early maturity can shorten the window period of neuroplasticity – the ability of the brain to change – needed for children to learn, and hence lead to an increased risk of cognitive impairment and mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety ... Flag as irrelevant
	Globalnews.ca Young-onset dementia growing in Canada. What's behind this rise? Globalnews.ca In May 2021, Heather Sosa, a Vancouver resident, received distressing news from her husband's medical professionals — they diagnosed him with a mental illness and admitted him to a hospital out of fear for his safety. But as time unfolded, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Hackensack Meridian Health Immune Boosters & Ginger Shots 101 Hackensack Meridian Health Integrative medicine and acupuncture specialist Muftiya Issa, N.D., calls ginger a "miracle herb" that does everything from providing antioxidants and antiviral action to fighting cancer. It's not just a spice; it's a powerhouse herb that's making waves ... Flag as irrelevant
	MedPage Today Adults Who Cite Walking Difficulty Face Higher Fracture Risk MedPage Today Self-reported walking limitations among middle-age and older adults were predictive of future fracture risk, according to a prospective cohort study in Australia. Among men and women age 45 and over, those who reported "a lot" of limitation walking 1 ... Flag as irrelevant
	Norton Healthcare Screening for lung cancer: Questions and answers Norton Healthcare Lung screening patient navigators are dedicated to coordinating your screening, providing follow-up, answering your questions and scheduling any additional care you may need. Story by: Norton Healthcare; Reviewed by Adam D ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Seattle Times You can still be contagious with COVID if you have a negative test — here's why unmc.edu COVID testing guidelines and what we know about how long you're contagious have changed since the start of the pandemic. So we sat down with a leading epidemiologist, who provided guidance on which tests to do, when to do them and how to interpret them. Flag as irrelevant
	WHO | Regional Office for Africa The first-ever shipment of the RTS,S malaria vaccine arrives in Liberia WHO | Regional Office for Africa Studies have shown that children under five in Liberia experience high rates of malaria infection, with a prevalence rate of 10%. The malaria vaccine marks a significant milestone in the fight against the preventable mosquito-borne disease, which kills a ... Flag as irrelevant
	Cedars-Sinai Novel Molecular Twin Tool May Improve Precision Medicine Care in Patients With Pancreatic Cancer The ASCO Post Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, the most aggressive type of pancreatic cancer, develops in the cells lining ducts that carry digestive enzymes from the pancreas to the small intestine. "[The] Molecular Twin [tool] ... Flag as irrelevant
	WHO | Regional Office for Africa Ministry of Health, Gavi, WHO and UNICEF Announce Arrival of 112000 Doses of Malaria Vaccine in Liberia WHO | Regional Office for Africa Liberia receives its first consignment of Malaria vaccines. Monrovia, Liberia, January 23, 2023 – The Ministry of Health of Liberia, in collaboration with Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance ... Flag as irrelevant
	National Geographic Prostate problems are incredibly common. Here's why—and how to treat them. National Geographic Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or enlarged prostate, occurs when the gland doubles or even triples in size in older men—think of that walnut growing to the size of a lemon. This can make it difficult to urinate and to completely empty the bladder. Flag as irrelevant
	Atlanta Journal Constitution Prostate cancer risk greatest in African American men Atlanta Journal Constitution According to the American Cancer Society, about 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. But each man's risk of prostate cancer varies based on age, race or ethnicity, and other ... Flag as irrelevant
	National Nurses United CDC asks for clarification on looser hospital masking draft guidance Becker's Hospital Review The CDC has requested clarification on masking guidance in healthcare facilities from the Healthcare Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee — specifically whether N95 masks should be required and under what circumstances. Flag as irrelevant
	Pulse Attending NHS Health Check linked to 'significantly lower risk of disease' Pulse The authors found that in the immediate two years following the NHS Health Check, there were higher diagnosis rates for hypertension, high cholesterol, and chronic kidney disease among recipients compared to the control group. However ... Flag as irrelevant
	BNN Breaking Quit Smoking and Embrace a Smoke-Free Life - Argyll and Bute NHS Highland Improve your health: Smoking is the leading cause of preventable deaths worldwide. It can lead to lung cancer, heart disease, stroke, and other chronic illnesses. Quitting smoking can help reduce your risk of developing these health problems and improve ... Flag as irrelevant
	BNN Unexplained Weight Loss Linked to Higher Cancer Rate in Study BNN (Bloomberg) -- People who lose a significant amount of weight without dieting, exercise or other lifestyle changes may also be at higher risk of some cancers, according to researchers who say a sudden drop may be an early indicator of the disease. Flag as irrelevant
	Alaska Beacon Bird Flu Has Made a Terrifying Leap That's Devastated Argentina's Seal Populations unmc.edu Almost 96 percent of Southern elephant seal pups across Argentina born in 2023 have met a tragic end as a highly contagious strain of avian influenza continues to wreak havoc on wildlife. The scale of mortality sparks concerns ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Black People Far More Likely to Get Glaucoma, and Genes May Explain Why U.S. News & World Report Now, a new study reports that genetics appears to be at least one factor contributing to this increased risk. Researchers have identified three gene variants that could be fueling Black people's higher glaucoma risk, ... Flag as irrelevant
	RACGP Real-world evidence demonstrates efficacy of HPV vaccine RACGP Morgan Liotta. 24/01/2024 3:56:44 PM. Zero cases of cervical cancer have been detected in Scotland among those who received the bivalent vaccine by age 12. Group of young school girls The HPV vaccine is highly effective in preventing development of ... Flag as irrelevant
	UNSW Newsroom 'Can you walk a kilometre?' The question that predicts fracture risk UNSW Newsroom Researchers have discovered that walking fitness can predict fracture risk in older adults. older woman walking, concrete wall in the background. Greater walking limitation meant higher fracture risk, the researchers say ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Cure Parkinson's Trust Moving towards a new staging system for Parkinson's The Cure Parkinson's Trust This is done through evaluating biomarkers – measurable indicators of what is occurring in the body. A paper recently published in Lancet Neurology highlights two biomarker tests that could be used to monitor Parkinson's progression in clinical trials:. Flag as irrelevant
	PharmaNewsIntelligence Exploring and Managing GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in Weight Loss PharmaNewsIntelligence January 23, 2024 - Over the past few years, weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have received extensive attention in mainstream media for their weight loss effects. Beyond attention from the general public, this class of medications, ... Flag as irrelevant
	uwaterloo.ca Inside Canada's national dementia strategy uwaterloo.ca Dementia is a significant public health issue in Canada. According to the Alzheimer Society, an estimated 600,000 Canadians are living with dementia in 2023. As our population ages, the number of Canadians with dementia is projected to exceed 1,000,000 ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNBCTV18 Serum Institute of India joins CEPI global network to boost vaccine production for disease outbreaks CNBCTV18 The Serum Institute of India (SII) is joining the Coalition of Epidemic Preparedness Innovations Network (CEPI), a network of vaccine producers in the Global South to support more rapid, agile and equitable responses to disease outbreaks, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Nature.com All arabica coffee is genetically similar: how can beans taste so different? Nature.com The most complete sequencing yet of the genome of Coffea arabica has revealed that the 'letters' in the DNA strands differ only slightly between varieties. "If you look at single nucleotide variations, the levels as ... Flag as irrelevant
	Arizona State University Fasting from diet-related New Year's resolutions Arizona State University During this time, when more people are thinking about their consumption habits, and ahead of Eating Disorders and Body Image Awareness Month in February, ASU News sat down with Perez to learn more about her work. Flag as irrelevant
	The Hill Multivitamins could slow cognitive decline associated with aging: Research The Hill "The meta-analysis of three separate cognition studies provides strong and consistent evidence that taking a daily multivitamin, containing more than 20 essential micronutrients, helps prevent memory loss and slow down cognitive aging," Vyas continued. Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Ancient 'chewing gum' sheds light on stone age teenagers' diet The Guardian DNA from a type of "chewing gum" used by teenagers in Sweden 10,000 years ago is shedding new light on the stone age diet and oral health, according to research. The wads of gum are made from pieces of birch bark pitch, a tar-like black resin, ... Flag as irrelevant

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