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	health Daily update ⋅ April 18, 2024
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	USA TODAY They got pregnant with 'Ozempic babies' and quit the drug cold turkey. Then came the side effects. USA TODAY Although hunger and weight gain are typical during pregnancy, these women say that the intensity of their symptoms is unlike that of their previous pregnancies. It's unclear if pregnancy worsens weight loss medication withdrawal, but fertility and ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Cancer rates are rising among young people. What steps should they take to reduce their risk? CNN CNN: What are the deadliest cancers in younger people? Dr. Leana Wen: The types of early-onset cancer that cause the highest death toll and burden globally are breast cancer; tracheal, bronchus ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Unchallenging jobs raise the risk of cognitive decline and dementia in old age, study finds CNN Working your brain hard at your job could pay off in more ways than boosting your career — it may also protect your cognition and help prevent dementia as you age, a new study found. Having a ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report The Path to a Better Tuberculosis Vaccine Runs Through Montana U.S. News & World Report Researchers at the University of Montana have pitched in to develop a more effective vaccine in the fight against an ancient disease that still kills an estimated 1.6 million people a year worldwide. By KFF Health News. |. April 17, 2024. Flag as irrelevant
	Health.com New Research Shows Accelerated Aging Linked to Increased Cancer Risk in Younger Adults Health.com Younger generations may be aging prematurely, a new study presented at a conference by the American Association for Cancer Research found. This could be tied to rising rates of some cancers in young people, researchers said. Flag as irrelevant
	Forbes Whooping Cough Cases Rise Across Europe, Asia And Parts Of US Forbes The disease is caused by bacteria called Bordetella pertussis. These bacteria attach to the cilia, or hair-like extensions, that line part of the upper respiratory system. The U.K. Health Security Agency describes how ... Flag as irrelevant
	Bloomberg Bird Flu Is Spreading in Cows. Could It Cause Another Pandemic? Bloomberg A highly pathogenic strain of avian influenza, known as H5N1, is sweeping through a new species in the US: dairy cows. As of Wednesday, more than two dozen herds across eight states have been impacted. Flag as irrelevant
	Scientific American A Dengue Fever Outbreak Is Setting Records in the Americas Scientific American CLIMATEWIRE | At least 2.1 million people in North and South America have been infected this year with dengue — a record-setting figure that scientists attribute in part to climate change. The Pan American Health Organization ... Flag as irrelevant
	Atlanta Journal Constitution An Unusually Aggressive Tick Species Is Spreading Across the Eastern US ConsumerReports.org Lone star ticks don't spread Lyme disease, but they can transmit other serious diseases and are linked to a mysterious meat allergy. And the threat is growing. Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP USDA scientists weigh avian flu vaccine for cows; virus may be spreading from cattle to poultry CIDRAP In updates to its frequently-asked-question backgrounder on the H5N1 avian flu situation in dairy cows yesterday, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) provided several updates on the investigation ... Flag as irrelevant
	Firstpost Carbs That Are Good for You ConsumerReports.org Even most people with blood glucose issues, such as diabetes, don't need to go low-carb. "One of the most-studied diets for metabolic health, the Mediterranean diet, gets 40 to 50 percent of calories from carbs," says Morrow. Of course, needs vary ... Flag as irrelevant
	Yale School of Medicine Ketamine produces wide variety of responses in the brain, researchers find Yale School of Medicine Since Yale researchers first observed the ability of the anesthetic ketamine to dramatically improve symptoms in many patients with treatment-resistant depression more than two decades ago, the drug has provided a powerful new therapeutic option for ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Routine jobs raise the risk of cognitive decline by 66% and dementia by 37%, study says KTVZ (CNN) — Working your brain hard at your job could pay off in more ways than boosting your career — it may also protect your cognition and help prevent dementia as you age, a new study found. Having a routine job with little mental stimulation during ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Global technical consultation report on proposed terminology for pathogens that transmit through the air EU News Terminology used to describe the transmission of pathogens through the air varies across scientific disciplines, organizations and the general public. While this has been the case for decades, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) ... Flag as irrelevant
	newsyou.info Cancer rates in younger adults: 4 trends to know Becker's Hospital Review In response, many oncologists have pointed to the need for more awareness across the healthcare continuum, stronger care coordination on the primary care side to ensure early detection and treatment, and continued research investments to pinpoint what's ... Flag as irrelevant
	Steuben Courier National Exercise Day: Want to stay fit? Here are ways you can reach the recommended goal Steuben Courier Meeting the government's official goals for staying fit - 150 minutes of moderately intense exercise per week - can seem daunting. These tips can help. Kinsey Crowley. USA TODAY. This is a photo of sweat spraying from Zhang Zhizhen of China during a ... Flag as irrelevant
	Fox17 MDARD encouraging biosecurity amid bird flu spread in West Michigan Fox17 The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) says bird flu, officially known as H5N1, has been around for years. "This is a highly contagious, really significant virus that's been ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY More kids are dying of drug overdoses. Could pediatricians do more to help? USA TODAY Medina was treating Sam for an addiction to opioids. He prescribed a medication called buprenorphine, which curbs cravings for the more dangerous and addictive opioid pills for the more dangerous and addictive opioid pills. Sam's urine tests showed no ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian New types of mosquito bed nets could cut malaria risk by up to half, trial finds The Guardian Nets treated with two types of insecticide rather than one were trialled in 17 African countries where malaria is endemic between 2019 and 2022. Among the countries taking part was Nigeria, which accounts ... Flag as irrelevant
	Livemint Leading health agencies outline updated terminology for pathogens that transmit through the air World Health Organization The pathogens covered include those that cause respiratory infections, e.g. COVID-19, influenza, measles, Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS), severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), and tuberculosis, among others. Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Mentally stimulating work plays key role in staving off dementia, study finds The Guardian People in routine and repetitive jobs found to have 31% greater risk of disease in later life, and 66% higher risk of mild cognitive problems. Ian Sample Science editor. Wed 17 Apr 2024 16.00 EDT. Share. If work is a constant flurry of mind-straining ... Flag as irrelevant
	UpperMichigansSource.com MDHHS, MDARD remind Michiganders about risks of consuming unpasteurized milk, milk products UpperMichigansSource.com LANSING, Mich. (WLUC) ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress Study links lack of diversity in Alzheimer's disease clinical trials to differences in amyloid levels Medical Xpress It's long been recognized that some of the groups most likely to get dementia, including African Americans and Hispanics, are greatly underrepresented in clinical trials. Now a new USC study shows that people from certain racial and ethnic groups may ... Flag as irrelevant
	NDTV World Liver Day 2024: Warning Signs And Symptoms Of Fatty Liver Disease NDTV World Liver Day is celebrated every year on April 19 to raise awareness about the importance of a healthy liver and the prevalence of liver disease worldwide. The liver is an integral part of the human body which helps digest food, removes waste from ... Flag as irrelevant
	NDTV National Exercise Day 2024: Here's Why You Should Walk 30 Minutes Daily NDTV National Exercise Day is celebrated on 18th of April and is dedicated to promoting physical activity and raising awareness about the importance of exercise for maintaining good health. It encourages people to incorporate regular exercise into their ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News Human infections from rat urine on the rise in New York City ABC News There were 24 cases of leptospirosis in the city in 2023, higher than in any prior year, according to the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Flag as irrelevant
	WTOC Colon cancer warning signs to watch out for WTOC SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - ... Flag as irrelevant
	Santa Monica Daily Press Public Health Confirms Measles Case in Los Angeles County Santa Monica Daily Press Unimmunized persons or those with unknown immunization status who were at these sites during the date and times listed above are at risk of developing measles from 7 to 21 days after being exposed. Exposed individuals who have been free of symptoms for ... Flag as irrelevant
	WEAU Wisconsin farmers vigilant of bird flu in cows as other states have confirmed cases WEAU DUNN COUNTY, Wis. ( ... Flag as irrelevant
	India Today Why is there a rise in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in young people? India Today Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is a liver problem that affects people who drink little to no alcohol. · An inactive lifestyle and a high intake of refined carbs are the most contributing factors to NAFLD · Women are more prone NAFLD than men, say experts. Flag as irrelevant
	www.drugtargetreview.com Immunotherapy Resistance and Response to Adoptive Therapy in Patients With Metastatic Uveal Melanoma The ASCO Post It responds incredibly well to immune checkpoint inhibitor drugs," explained senior study author Udai Kammula, MD, FACS, Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh and Director of the Solid Tumor Cell Therapy Program at the UPMC Hillman ... Flag as irrelevant
	STAT Second-generation mosquito nets prevented 13 million malaria cases in large pilot programs STAT Results shared this week by the New Nets Project, an initiative funded by Unitaid and the Global Fund, highlighted a pair of second-generation bed nets tested in endemic areas between 2019 and 2022. About 56 ... Flag as irrelevant
	NDTV World Liver Day 2024: These Factors Might Worsen Your Liver Health NDTV World Liver Day is observed annually on April 19th to raise awareness about liver-related diseases and promote liver health worldwide. The day aims to educate people about the importance of liver health, encourage preventive measures against liver ... Flag as irrelevant
	TIME Adults may need whooping cough booster as cases rise: CDC Becker's Hospital Review In recent months, parts of the U.S. have reported outbreaks of pertussis, or whooping cough. While some regional outbreaks are expected each year, health officials are underscoring the importance of boosters in adults to protect infants from severe ... Flag as irrelevant
	Signal Cleveland What is starting earlier, lasting longer and becoming more intense? Allergy season. Signal Cleveland Clevelanders with allergies are dealing with itchy eyes and runny noses. It's finally getting warmer, with temperatures more often above 60 degrees – perfect weather. But being outside can also have ... Flag as irrelevant
	www.cancertherapyadvisor.com What Vermonters should know about colorectal cancer Vermont Public Radio But, colorectal cancer is a preventable and highly treatable form of cancer. Regular screenings can help detect it early and lead to higher survival rates. "If it's caught early and localized, then survival rate ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca Quebec successfully pushes back against rise in measles cases CBC.ca Quebec appears to be winning its battle against the rising tide of measles after 45 cases were confirmed province-wide this year. "We've had no locally transmitted measles cases since March 25, so that's good news," said Dr. Paul Le Guerrier, ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca Only two weeks left to update secondary school vaccination records before suspension day regionofwaterloo.ca the Meningococcal ACYW-135 vaccine and/or; their teen booster of Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap). The Tdap booster is required 10 years after the previous dose (usually given between ... Flag as irrelevant
	WMC Best Life: Back to basics to boost brain health WMC "People who are under a ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Salk scientists explain how CBN protects the brain against aging and neurodegeneration News-Medical.net Many neurological disorders involve the death of brain cells called neurons, due to the dysfunction of their power-generating mitochondria. CBN achieves its neuroprotective effect by preventing this mitochondrial dysfunction-;but how exactly CBN does this ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA Weekend What is ARFID? 8-year-old girl goes viral sharing her journey with the rare eating disorder. USA Weekend Her mother Michelle recalls how, even at the age of 1, Hannah struggled transitioning from formula to whole milk, refusing to drink the latter. Solid foods weren't any better. Her daughter sometimes attempted to eat them, but often spit them out or put out ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News London's doctors and community leaders urge residents to top up their COVID-19 protection this spring NHS England The NHS National Booking System for spring Covid-19 vaccination bookings opened this week, with eligible people across London able to book appointments now, with the first appointments starting on Monday, 22nd April. Flag as irrelevant
	Weill Cornell Medicine Newsroom Tracking a Protein's Fleeting Shape Changes Weill Cornell Medicine Newsroom High-Speed Atomic Force Microscopy allowed the characterization of the entire landscape of structural shapes that the amino acid transporter could adopt (yellow-red area with population density lines) between its open (A,B,C) and closed (D,E) states. Flag as irrelevant
	Fox Baltimore Media Release: Public Health urges HPV vaccination for oral cancer prevention Hastings Prince Edward Public Health Hastings and Prince Edward Counties/ April 17, 2024. The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine plays an important role in cervical cancer prevention; however, many people are unaware that it can prevent several other cancers, including oral cancers. Flag as irrelevant
	Hindustan Times Nigeria rolls out world's first full shot against meningitis: Here's what you need to know Hindustan Times Meningitis vaccine rollout in Nigeria aims to combat outbreaks caused by C, W, Y, and X strains, offering protection to children under 5. Nigeria has rolled out the world's first vaccine against all strains of meningitis. The shot will help ease the ... Flag as irrelevant
	SciTechDaily Chemicals stored in home garages linked to ALS risk The University Record Over the last decade, researchers at the University of Michigan have continued to find that exposure to environmental toxins — from pesticides used in agriculture to volatile organic compounds in the manufacturing industry — is linked to the ... Flag as irrelevant
	UT Physicians Bone health: How older adults can reduce risks of falls and fractures UT Physicians Have you noticed how hip fractures commonly occur when an older adult falls? It's a reality that might be more dangerous than you realize. Fortunately, proactive measures can be taken to help protect bone health and reduce the risk of falls and ... Flag as irrelevant
	Doctors Without Borders Measles is a humanitarian issue, and its unwelcome reappearance in Canada is a reminder of its importance Doctors Without Borders These gaps in coverage of vaccine-preventable diseases are having significant impacts on global public health. For several years, MSF has been warning of growing outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases in places where we work that ... Flag as irrelevant
	India Today Study finds how vision can predict dementia 12 years before diagnosis India Today Dementia is currently the seventh leading cause of death worldwide · Researchers have found that vision problems could be an early sign of dementia · Vision tests may find deficits before memory tests do. Flag as irrelevant
	WJAR Alzheimer's Association hosts 13th annual Caregivers Journey Conference WJAR A diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease doesn't just affect the patient. "Seventy percent of caregivers really find navigating the care system challenging and stressful," said Kristen Cusato, spokesperson for the Rhode ... Flag as irrelevant

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