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	health Daily update ⋅ April 16, 2024
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	CNN Pregnancy complications linked to increased risk of early death even decades later, study finds CNN The researchers took a close look at how many of the women in the data experienced any of five major pregnancy complications: gestational diabetes, preterm delivery, having infants with a low birth weight, preeclampsia and other disorders related to high ... Flag as irrelevant
	TIME Ozempic Hurts the Fight Against Eating Disorders TIME For folks suffering from binge eating disorder (BED) or bulimia nervosa (BN), a drug that decreases appetite may seem to make sense. Both illnesses are characterized by eating large amounts of food, eating until uncomfortably full, and feeling distress ... Flag as irrelevant
	MedPage Today It's the First Drug Shown to Slow Alzheimer's. Why Is It Off to a Slow Start? MedPage Today Doctors also expect some patients will hesitate to take lecanemab (Leqembi) due to its limited impact and potential side effects. They say it will take years to learn how best to deploy the drug and that work must be done to improve diagnosis. Flag as irrelevant
	KTLA Department of Public Health confirms measles case in Los Angeles County KTLA Sunday, March 31 · Sheraton Gateway Hotel gym (between 5:30 a.m. and 8 a.m.) · Jack in the Box (approximately 11 a.m.) · Santa Monica Pier · Pier Gear (time not yet determined) · El Torito Mexican Restaurant (between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.) · Sheraton Gateway Hotel ... Flag as irrelevant
	Healthline US Declared Measles Eliminated in 2000, New Outbreaks Could Change That Healthline A surge in measles cases is threatening the US's elimination status of the disease. Cases in 2024 are drastically outpacing previous years. Experts say that vaccination levels have fallen although they remain paramount to the national prevention ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP Avian flu virus detected in more Michigan dairy herds and on another large layer farm CIDRAP The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) recently reported detections of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in dairy herds in three more counties, including Ionia, where the virus struck for a second time at a massive ... Flag as irrelevant
	MedPage Today Bird Flu Is Spreading to More Farm Animals. Are Milk and Eggs Safe? MedPage Today Health officials stress that the risk to the public is low and that the U.S. food supply remains safe and stable. "At this time, there continues to be no concern that this circumstance poses a risk ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP US measles cases top 120 as LA County tracks case with multiple exposures CIDRAP Eight more measles cases have been reported, putting the nation's total at 121 so far this year, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said in its latest weekly update. The number of affected jurisdictions remained the same, at 18. Flag as irrelevant
	Smithsonian US Measles Cases Are Rising in 2024, CDC Warns Smithsonian Health officials urge vaccination against the highly contagious virus, which has caused 121 infections in the country this year. Will Sullivan. Daily Correspondent. April 15, 2024 2:09 p.m. ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNBC Nutritionists agree these 4 foods are the key to more energy CNBC Wheat bread; Sweet potatoes; Oatmeal; Pumpkin seeds; Apples; Chickpeas. 2. Fiber-rich foods. We can all use more fiber in our diet. A recent study shows that most ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP Nasal cells offer clues about why COVID-19 is typically milder in children CIDRAP "Children infected with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) rarely develop severe disease, while the mortality in infected people over 85 years is currently as high as 1 in 10.". Flag as irrelevant
	KABC-TV CDC widens investigation into botulism-like illness possibly linked to fake Botox in 9 states KABC-TV CHICAGO -- A CDC investigation into people hospitalized with botulism-like illness after receiving cosmetic injections - commonly known as "botox" - that were administered in non-medical settings has widened. Initially the agency was investigating ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Adult weight stigma often 'linked to teen years' BBC News Adults who felt pressurised to lose weight when they were teenagers are at the highest risk of "internalised weight stigma" according to a new study. Internalised weight stigma is when people apply negative obesity-related stereotypes to themselves, ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN International Exercise reduces stressful brain activity — which can lead to less risk of heart disease, study shows CNN International In addition to the physical benefits of exercise, it's also associated with a reduction in stress signals in the brain, which leads to a decreased risk of cardiovascular disease, according to the study. Researchers analyzed ... Flag as irrelevant
	UPI.com Pets pass antibiotic-resistant 'superbugs' to humans UPI.com Dogs and cats can pass antibiotic-resistant bacteria to their owners, raising concerns that household pets could be contributing to the world's antibiotics crisis, a new study says. Advertisement. Cases of these "superbugs" being passed between sick ... Flag as irrelevant
	WLS-TV CDC widens investigation into botulism-like illness possibly linked to fake Botox in 9 states WLS-TV CHICAGO -- A CDC investigation into people hospitalized with botulism-like illness after receiving cosmetic injections - commonly known as "botox" - that were administered in non-medical settings has widened. Please note: The above video is from a ... Flag as irrelevant
	Chicago Sun-Times Cicero measles case marks 2nd infection reported in suburban Cook County Chicago Sun-Times Most cases have been reported in children younger than 5. Since early March, more than 14,000 doses of the measles vaccine have been administered in Chicago and the health department continues to offer vaccines at clinics and "landing zones" where migrants ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yahoo Parenting Cycling sessions welcomed by Parkinson's sufferers BBC News Leisure centre staff are looking to train more staff and organise additional classes for their Parkinson's bike therapy sessions. Crewe Lifestyle Centre's charity Everybody Health & Leisure said cycling on a regular basis can reduce motor symptoms by ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBC Chicago Second measles case confirmed in suburban Cook County NBC Chicago Officials have confirmed a second case of measles in a suburban Cook County residents, with no known links to an outbreak reported at a Chicago migrant shelter this year. According to the latest updates from the Illinois Department of Public Health, ... Flag as irrelevant
	WKYC.com Allergy season is here: Here's what to do if you're feeling sick WKYC.com CLEVELAND — If you're sneezing, sniffling, and dealing with itchy and watery eyes, you're not alone. The rain, wind, and now sun turned up the speed on the pollen generators — mainly ash, maple, and elm trees. According to Pollen.com, ... Flag as irrelevant
	University of Bristol Family and media pressure to lose weight in adolescence linked to how people value themselves almost two decades ... University of Bristol The study is published in The Lancet Regional Health Europe today [16 Apr]. 'Internalised' weight stigma, is when people apply negative obesity-related stereotypes to themselves, such as thinking they ... Flag as irrelevant
	KSHB Melatonin makers urged to adopt new guidelines as ER visits rise KSHB Melatonin supplements are commonly used as a sleep aid, and although generally have few side effects, they can cause issues for those taking high doses. The Council for Responsible Nutrition adopted guidelines for regular melatonin supplements ... Flag as irrelevant
	WOWT 'Allergy season' is getting worse; here's what you can do WOWT OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Oregon study finds no clear link between mRNA vaccines and sudden cardiac deaths in young people News-Medical.net In a recent study published in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), a group of researchers investigated the association between messenger Ribonucleic Acid (mRNA) coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination and sudden cardiac death in ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Ketamine's rapid impact on depression linked to immune system pathways News-Medical.net Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a mood disorder associated with persistent feelings of loss of interest and sadness. Current estimates indicate that over 300 million individuals are affected by MDD globally, about 700,000 of whom commit suicide each ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net New cancer projections show increased prostate cases by 25% in 2050, despite prevention efforts News-Medical.net New cancer cases have been increasing in the West. Those that top the list are breast, prostate, and lung cancer, with colorectal cancer (CRC). A new study in Scientific Reports attempts to estimate the reduction in prevalence that could be ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Conversation UK Man who caught virus from a monkey in a critical condition – B virus explained The Conversation UK He was bitten by a macaque monkey while researching poliovirus. The bite wound healed, but neurological illness eventually ensued, leading to respiratory failure. Brebner died at Bellevue Hospital, New York, in November 1932. Flag as irrelevant
	Technology Networks Illuminating a Potential Culprit in Melanoma Treatment Resistance The ASCO Post The BRAF gene normally creates a protein to control cell growth; however, BRAF mutations—which are present in about 50% of melanoma cases—can cause melanoma cells to grow and divide uncontrollably. Significant advances ... Flag as irrelevant
	Media Alert: Daily COVID-19 Case Counts* for DuPage County DuPage County Health Department Joins National Efforts to Combat STIs Media Alert: Daily COVID-19 Case Counts* for DuPage County DuPage County - The DuPage County Health Department (DCHD) is proud to stand alongside the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other partners to observe Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) Awareness Week from April 14th to April 20th. Flag as irrelevant
	Yale Medicine How Colon Cancer Develops Yale Medicine Even if you understand the importance of getting a colonoscopy to screen for colorectal cancer, you might not know how cancer develops in this crucial organ. The colon and rectum have an inner lining called the mucosa or epithelium, which contains ... Flag as irrelevant
	health.wusf.usf.edu It's the first drug shown to slow Alzheimer's. Why is is it off to a slow start? health.wusf.usf.edu Scott Berkheiser, 57, who has Alzheimer's disease, sits for a portrait at his home Friday, April 5, 2024, in Venice. Insurance denials delayed Berkheiser's first Leqembi infusion a few months until last December. Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress Epilepsy drug prevents brain tumors in mice with NF1 Science Daily A drug used to treat children with epilepsy prevents brain tumor formation and growth in two mouse models of neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1), according to a study by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Flag as irrelevant
	Telegraph.co.uk Greek, flavoured or fermented: How to make sure the yogurt you're buying is actually good for you Telegraph.co.uk "Anything that supports gut health will support immunity as approximately 70 per cent of our immune system is within the gut," says Dr Emily Leeming, a microbiome scientist and author of forthcoming book Genius Gut. Flag as irrelevant
	Rochester Democrat and Chronicle The mild winter may mean longer pollen season, allergies could be a 'significant problem' Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Allergy season is here and the warm winter did us no favors this spring. Those mild temperatures over the winter are making allergies rough now, according to experts. Pollen is the problem, the say. Between now and May, pollen from birch, maple and oak ... Flag as irrelevant
	TIME DCHD Advises Residents About the Spread of Pertussis Delaware County The Delaware County Health Department reminds residents that cases of Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is rising again in our area. It is a highly contagious respiratory infection that can be serious, especially for infants and young children. Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Study shows potential for universal flu vaccine with broad antibody response News-Medical.net A recent study published in the journal Nature Communications observed antibody breadth and effector functions as important immune correlates that can be used to develop universal influenza vaccines. This vaccine could be effective against all ... Flag as irrelevant
	Technology Networks Take it from the rats: A junk food diet can cause long-term damage to adolescent brains Science Daily A new USC-led study on rats that feasted on a high-fat, sugary diet raises the possibility that a junk food-filled diet in teens may disrupt their brains' memory ability for a long time. Flag as irrelevant
	WMNF Vaping Concerns, Black Mold Exposure, and More with Dr. Fred Harvey WMNF In this episode of the "Healthy Steps Show" with Dr. Fred Harvey, various health topics were discussed, with a significant emphasis on the potential health risks associated with vaping, particularly respiratory diseases and heart failure. Flag as irrelevant
	mdanderson.org What are the health benefits of apple cider vinegar? mdanderson.org Acetic acid can help kill harmful bacteria. Probiotics boost the healthy bacteria in our microbiome. Polyphenols are an antioxidant that can reduce cellular damage by free radicals. ; support healthy blood glucose levels; lower cholesterol levels ... Flag as irrelevant
	India Today Hong Kong's first human case of B virus after monkey attack: Know about it India Today A Hong Kong man was infected by the monkey B virus. This viral infection shows flu-like symptoms but can be fatal if treatment is not provided on time. Flag as irrelevant
	KOLO No link found between COVID vaccinations and cardiac deaths in young people, CDC says KOLO (CNN) – The U.S. ... Flag as irrelevant
	Washington University Record Next-gen testing Washington University Record Barnell, co-founder and chief medical and science officer of Geneoscopy, is awaiting a decision letter from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for approval of ColoSense, the company's noninvasive, multitarget RNA-based screening test for colorectal ... Flag as irrelevant
	Metro South Health Princess Alexandra Hospital home to world first prostate cancer trial Metro South Health A new treatment called Targeted Alpha Therapy for difficult to treat cancers that have spread in the body is being trialled as a world first at Princess Alexandra Hospital through the Integrated Theranostic Centre. Patients with advanced prostate ... Flag as irrelevant
	New Scientist Parkinson's disease progression slowed by antibody infusions New Scientist Monthly infusions with the drug prasinezumab appeared to slow the progression of motor symptoms in people with advanced Parkinson's disease. By David Cox. 15 April 2024. Aggregates of the protein alpha-synuclein (brown) and antibodies (green). Flag as irrelevant
	Technology Networks Discovery of Long COVID Brain Fog Cause Hints at Future Treatments Technology Networks Now, results from a study into long COVID brain fog suggest that leaky blood vessels in the brains of patients may be the underlying cause of the malady. These findings are likely to change the landscape of how post-viral neurological conditions are ... Flag as irrelevant
	www.cbc.ca Nunavut sets up mobile tuberculosis clinic in Naujaat as outbreak grows www.cbc.ca Tegumiar said three Naujaat residents have died since the outbreak began in the community. Nunavut's Health department confirmed those numbers in a recent interview with CBC. Since January 2023, 21 people in Naujaat have been diagnosed ... Flag as irrelevant
	alsnewstoday.com Environmental exposure to home chemicals tied to increased ALS risk alsnewstoday.com Researchers believe the findings add to knowledge about environmental exposures — workplace, recreational, or residential — that contribute to the risk and progression of the neurodegenerative disease. Such exposures are collectively known as the "ALS ... Flag as irrelevant
	www.healthday.com People with complicated pregnancies may suffer health problems, die early www.science.org Those included preterm birth (babies born before 37 weeks of gestation), preeclampsia, and a baby born with low birth weight for its gestational age—across millions of pregnancies. The goal was to analyze maternal ... Flag as irrelevant
	Nunatsiaq News Naujaat tuberculosis outbreak update www.gov.nu.ca Flag as irrelevant
	www.medicinenet.com Chemicals Stored in Your Garage Could Raise Odds for ALS www.medicinenet.com Volatile and toxic chemicals commonly stored in garages can increase the risk of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Gasoline or kerosene, gas-powered equipment and lawn care chemicals represented the top three risk factors for ALS found in garages, ... Flag as irrelevant

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