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	health Daily update ⋅ April 19, 2024
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	Medscape Drug Prototype Shows Promise for Stem Cell Treatment of Pulmonary Disease Medscape In many pulmonary diseases, insufficient stem cells allow damage to progress, but researchers have developed a lung-targeted, drug-like small molecule to stimulate the growth of lung stem cells, according to data published in the Proceedings of the ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Washington Post Amid syphilis surge, doctors call for more testing during pregnancy The Washington Post The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists updated its recommendations, advising a routine blood screening at the first prenatal visit and screenings in the third trimester of pregnancy and at birth. This contrasts with previous ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN WHO chief scientist calls for increased monitoring and preparation for highly pathogenic bird flu CNN So far, there is no evidence that the highly pathogenic H5N1 flu virus can spread from person to person. This flu strain was first detected in birds in 1996 and has primarily been a threat to farmed and ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN WHO clarifies what counts as a pathogen that can spread through the air CNN The World Health Organization is opening up the definition of airborne pathogens – such as Covid-19, influenza and measles – to include when respiratory droplets spread through the air and when they land on a person, regardless of the size of the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medscape GLP-1s Could Benefit OSA, But Healthy Habits Are Still Key, Experts Say Medscape Will the weight reduction successes seen with use of glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) agonists translate into improvement in obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)? Will those potential OSA benefits reduce the need for continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)? ... Flag as irrelevant
	Scientific American Why Seasonal Allergies Are So Miserable Scientific American Allergies are such a target-specific immune response, and any substance that causes this kind of reaction is dubbed an allergen. "We can become allergic to any protein, really," says Maya Jerath, an allergist at the Washington University School of Medicine ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News As syphilis cases among US newborns soar, doctors group advises more screening during pregnancy ABC News With syphilis cases in U.S. newborns skyrocketing, a doctors group is now recommending that all pregnant patients be screened three times for the sexually transmitted infection. ByLAURA UNGAR AP science writer. April 18, 2024, 12:21 PM. Flag as irrelevant
	Healthline Heart Failure, Not Stroke, Is Most Common Complication of AFib, Study Finds Healthline Lifetime risk of AFib has increased with 1 in 3 people at risk for the condition at some point during their lives. · The CDC estimates that 12.1 million U.S. adults will have atrial fibrillation by 2030. Flag as irrelevant
	Forbes WHO Warns Threat Of Bird Flu Spreading To Humans Is 'Great Concern' Forbes A top World Health Organization official warned there's an increasing threat of human-to-human bird flu transmission Thursday, as the virus has increasingly mutated to spread to humans from other mammals—though there's still no evidence of the virus ... Flag as irrelevant
	Scientific American How Big a Threat Is Bird Flu? Scientific American Cows and at least one person in the U.S. have been sickened by avian influenza. We asked experts about the risk to humans. By Josh Fischman, Tanya Lewis, Alexa Lim & Madison Goldberg. A field full of chickens. Pascal Preti/Getty Images. Flag as irrelevant
	Harvard Health What lifestyle changes can help me avoid prostate cancer? Harvard Health Q. I don't have a family history of prostate cancer, but I still want to lower my risk. · A. If men live long enough, most will develop cancer cells in their prostate gland. · Diet. · Exercise. · Ejaculation frequency. · Image: © Oleg Breslavtsev/Getty Images ... Flag as irrelevant
	Food Safety News Michigan officials warn against raw milk amid outbreak of bird flu Food Safety News Public health officials in Michigan are again warning against drinking unpasteurized, raw milk, this time because of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) that has been found in dairy herds. The virus has been found in dairy cattle in eight ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times What's the Best Way to Treat IBS? The New York Times The telltale symptoms of I.B.S. are chronic abdominal pain, along with diarrhea, constipation or both, said Dr. Brian Lacy, a gastroenterologist at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Fla. Bloating is also a common complaint, he said. Flag as irrelevant
	NBC Montana Path to a better Tuberculosis vaccine runs through Montana NBC Montana HELENA, Mont. — A team of Montana researchers is playing a key role in the development of a more effective vaccine against tuberculosis, an infectious disease that has killed more people than any other. The BCG (Bacille Calmette-Guérin) vaccine, ... Flag as irrelevant
	MedPage Today As Syphilis Cases Soar in Newborns, ACOG Advises More Testing During Pregnancy MedPage Today With syphilis cases in U.S. newborns skyrocketing, a doctors group now recommends that all pregnant patients be screened three times for the sexually transmitted infection. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) issued new ... Flag as irrelevant
	Miami Herald Whooping cough cases spike among Pennsylvania high school students, health officials say Miami Herald Whooping cough, or pertussis as it's called in the medical community, is a highly contagious bacterial infection that is spread through the air. Symptoms often appear similar to those of the common cold at first but develop into a prolonged, hacking cough, ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News UN approves an updated cholera vaccine that could help fight a surge in cases ABC News The vaccine was shown to be help preventing the diarrheal disease in late stage research conducted in Nepal. WHO's approval means donor agencies like the vaccines alliance Gavi and UNICEF can now buy it for poorer countries. Flag as irrelevant
	www.bbc.com Pregnant women urged to get whooping cough vaccine www.bbc.com Pregnant women in the Black Country are being urged to get vaccinated against whooping cough after a rise in cases. The bacterial infection of the lungs spreads very easily and can cause serious problems, especially in babies and young children. Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Infected blood scandal: Children were used as 'guinea pigs' in clinical trials BBC News They reveal a secret world of unsafe clinical testing involving children in the UK, as doctors placed research goals ahead of patients' needs. They continued for more than 15 years, involved hundreds ... Flag as irrelevant
	KTVZ WHO clarifies what counts as a pathogen that can spread through the air KTVZ (CNN) — The World Health Organization is opening up the definition of airborne pathogens – such as Covid-19, influenza and measles – to include when respiratory droplets spread through the air and when they land on a person, regardless of the size of ... Flag as irrelevant
	Colorado Springs Gazette WHO changes definition of airborne disease following COVID-19 debates Colorado Springs Gazette The report explains that the descriptive phrase "through the air" is the best general term to characterize a virus where the main transmission route involves the pathogen being suspended in the air. After respiratory pathogens are ... Flag as irrelevant
	Chicago Sun-Times Measles case count reaches 63 in Chicago, but pace of new cases is subsiding Chicago Sun-Times Boxes of the measles, mumps and rubella virus vaccine. Associated Press. Another measles case was detected in Chicago this week, bringing ... Flag as irrelevant
	WNDU-TV Medical Moment: Pedaling for Parkinson's WNDU-TV (WNDU) - Nearly 1,000, ... Flag as irrelevant
	WVTM13 Study: Deadly deer disease could be linked to hunter deaths WVTM13 Chronic wasting disease is highly contagious in the deer population and is always deadly. Now a new study suggests two hunter deaths in Wyoming could be the first signs that it's evolved and can now affect humans who eat tainted meat. Flag as irrelevant
	NBC Chicago Possible measles exposure identified at suburban Sam's Club NBC Chicago Measles cases have been confirmed in two Chicago Public Schools students at two separate schools, comprising two of the city's 10 confirmed cases thus far, eight of which are linked to the Pilsen migrant shelter, NBC Chicago's Courtney Sisk reports. Flag as irrelevant
	Times of India World Liver Day 2024: Uncovering the key culprits behind rising cases of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Times of India Megha (name changed) a woman in her mid-30s recently underwent a routine health check-up. She is diabetic plus overweight and wanted to check her health status in detail. Her investigations revealed a diagnosis of fatty liver which took her by surprise ... Flag as irrelevant
	New Scientist Dietary changes relieve irritable bowel syndrome better than medicine New Scientist Adopting either a low "FODMAP" diet or one that was low in carbohydrates but still high in fibre relieved IBS symptoms more effectively than medication over a four-week trial. By Clare Wilson. 18 April 2024. Cutting out some types of food – and eating ... Flag as irrelevant
	Times of India World Liver Day 2024: How to keep your liver safe and healthy Times of India Embrace a holistic approach to liver health, detect signs early, and celebrate World Liver Day by caring for our livers. Lifestyle choices and regular check-ups are crucial for a future without liver diseases. Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Animal study suggests early Western diet exposure linked to lasting memory issues News-Medical.net WD-associated changes in HPC neuronal functions have been discovered, including synaptic plasticity alterations, decreased brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels, and increased neuro-inflammation markers. Disruptions in acetylcholine (ACh) ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBC News Eating within limited hours can help with weight loss — but that may be because it simply cuts calories NBC News A new study found that when people consumed the same amount of calories, time-restricted and regular meal schedules led to similar levels of weight loss. Vegetables and fruits on a plate on a light background. A new study found that when researchers ... Flag as irrelevant
	NDTV World Liver Day 2024: Eat These Superfoods To Strengthen Your Liver NDTV World Liver Day is observed annually on April 19th to raise awareness about liver-related diseases and the importance of liver health. It aims to educate people about the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of liver diseases such as hepatitis, ... Flag as irrelevant
	USAFacts How many people in the US get colon cancer? USAFacts Nationwide colorectal cancer incidence and mortality rates have fallen since 2000, but rates have been increasing among younger adults for several years. Published Thu, April 18, 2024 by the USAFacts Team · Home / Health / Articles / How many people in ... Flag as irrelevant
	World Health Organization WHO Director-General's remarks at the launch of the through-the-air-transmission report – 18 April 2024 World Health Organization They represent a wide range of disciplines including epidemiology, microbiology, clinical management, infection prevention and control, bioengineering, physics, air pollution, aerosol science, aerobiology, public health and social science, as well as ... Flag as irrelevant
	Rheumatology Network Putting Patients First: Breaking Stigma, Dispelling Misconceptions to Improve IBS Care Rheumatology Network Like many with IBS, Jeffrey Roberts struggled to find adequate care as he moved from doctor to doctor to find somebody who did not think his health issues were "all in his head." From the time ... Flag as irrelevant
	EatingWell The 20 Best High-Protein, Low-Fat Foods, Recommended by Dietitians EatingWell 1. Low-Fat Cottage Cheese · 2. Shrimp · 3. Pork Tenderloin · 4. Skinless, Boneless Chicken Breast · 5. Chickpeas · 6. White Flaky Fish · 7. Peas · 8. Nonfat Greek Yogurt. Flag as irrelevant
	RTE.ie Covid booster campaign gets under way for over 80s and immunosuppressed RTE.ie The Health Service Executive has announced a spring booster vaccination campaign for protection against Covid-19. The HSE has urged those aged 80 and over and people aged five and above with a weak immune system to avail of the free vaccine. Flag as irrelevant
	News18 Why Eating Healthy but Sleeping for Less Than 6 Hours Can Still Put You at Higher Risk of Type 2 Diabetes News18 The findings show the complex relationship between sleep and diabetes. The researchers looked at the information of 2,47,867 adults, following their health outcomes for more than a decade. They wanted to understand the associations ... Flag as irrelevant
	Health Policy Watch Bed Nets Treated With Two Insecticides Instead of One Are Much More Effective Against Malaria Health Policy Watch Bed nets treated with an additional insecticide are between 20% and 50% more effective in preventing malaria than those treated with the standard single pyrethroid insecticide, according to pilots in 17 sub-Saharan Africa. Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net The role of yogurt in diabetes and obesity prevention News-Medical.net Diabetes is a non-communicable chronic disease characterized by persistently high blood glucose levels. In some cases, diabetes can develop due to unhealthy lifestyles, including inadequate diet and lack of physical activity; therefore, obesity is ... Flag as irrelevant
	PrecisionVaccinations Can Increasing Cholera Vaccine Supply Save Lives PrecisionVaccinations Many countries are facing devastating outbreaks of cholera in 2024 due to inadequate supplies of oral cholera vaccines (OCV). The World Health Organization (WHO) has classified the global resurgence of cholera outbreaks as a grade 3 emergency, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Montreal Gazette Quebec plans raccoon rabies vaccine operation for towns along Vermont border Montreal Gazette A wildlife vaccine operation is planned for the Eastern Townships and Montérégie regions later this month due to an increase in the number of cases of raccoon rabies near the Quebec-Vermont border, Quebec's environment department has announced. Flag as irrelevant
	Telegraph.co.uk Dementia treatments: Medication, therapies and lifestyle Telegraph.co.uk Amyloid causes brain cells to get sick, and eventually die, which leads to the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. These new immunotherapy drugs trigger the body's immune system to break down amyloid plaques." Gray stressed ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Lifetime risk of atrial fibrillation rises to nearly 31% in recent decade News-Medical.net The complications of AF include stroke, heart failure, and heart attacks, though the overall and specific AF-related mortality risk has gone down over time. Primary and secondary prevention is, therefore, essential in protecting AF patients. Flag as irrelevant
	Times of India 'Liver disease up in kids due to junk food, sugary drinks' Times of India LUCKNOW: One in three children has non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), primarily caused by excess sugar consumption. It has become a significant concern even among children aged 5-16 years. Previously, children were thought to be safe from this ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca Allergy season comes earlier, with more intensity in New York Spectrum News If you are already sneezing and have watery eyes, it's likely because allergy season is getting longer and more intense, health experts say. What You Need To Know. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services said seasonably warm temperatures and ... Flag as irrelevant
	South China Morning Post China Focus: Scientists use gut bacteria to prevent mosquito-borne diseases 新华网 BEIJING, April 19 (Xinhua) -- Chinese scientists have developed a more natural strategy to prevent mosquito-borne diseases by changing insects' gut microbes, which might be used as an alternative to controversial experiments that see ... Flag as irrelevant
	RACGP Study shows long COVID symptoms resolve for most RACGP Morgan Liotta. 19/04/2024 4:19:55 PM. But research is needed to understand what can be done for the one in three people with ongoing symptoms after two years. Test tubes of blood Biomarkers for long COVID present in people at eight months were largely ... Flag as irrelevant
	NDTV Study Finds Huge Surge In "Silent Killer" Condition NDTV The team at Aalborg University in Denmark also found up to two in five patients of atrial fibrillation are likely to get heart failure, while one in five will suffer a stroke. Advertisement. Flag as irrelevant
	Business Standard World Liver Day 2024: History, importance and all that you need to know Business Standard Excessive fat collection can likewise affect liver health. A few common symptoms of liver disease incorporate loss of hunger, abdominal pain, jaundice, and weight loss. World Liver Day is committed to empowering everybody to carry on with a better way of ... Flag as irrelevant
	News18 Patient Awareness and Empowerment, The Key to Liver Health Lupin Thus, like any other hyperactive and super-efficient machine, the liver, too, is susceptible to weakening. Liver diseases such as hepatitis, fatty liver disease, and cirrhosis can affect an individual's health and quality of life. Even though liver health ... Flag as irrelevant

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