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What You Need to Know About Bird Flu It's the first instance that the bird flu virus has been detected in US cattle. How concerned should we be about drinking milk or even eating chicken? And could this lead to the next pandemic? Sanjay speaks ...
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In Reversal, Expert Panel Recommends Breast Cancer Screening at 40 Some researchers said the advice did not go far enough. The panel also declined to recommend extra scans for women with dense breast tissue.
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Publisher's Platform: What you need to know about Norovirus It is a major concern for several sectors including health care, education, and tourism, and in food, shellfish, and produce. But most foodborne norovirus outbreaks occur in restaurants or institutional food service settings.
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The jump in measles cases in 2023 is 'very concerning' says WHO official That's the word used by John Vertefeuille, director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Global Immunization Division. The worrying uptick in measles outbreaks and deaths is, "unfortunately, not unexpected given the ...
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CDC: 'Vampire facials' at an unlicensed spa in New Mexico led to HIV infections in three women The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a Morbidity and Mortality Report last week that documented the first instances of HIV transmissions contracted through unsterile injections used while receiving "vampire facials," cosmetic procedure ...
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Scientists restore brain cells impaired by a rare genetic disorder Children born with it often have heart problems, autism, epilepsy, developmental delay, and intellectual disability. But because Timothy syndrome is caused by a mutation in a single gene, it offers scientists a way ...
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Bird flu risk prompts warnings against raw milk, unpasteurized dairy products Pasteurization is working to kill off bird flu in milk, according to tests run by the Food and Drug Administration — but what about unpasteurized dairy products like raw milk? Experts advise to stay away, especially with the recent avian influenza ...
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A healthy lifestyle can mitigate genetic risk for early death by 62%, study suggests A healthy lifestyle could add 5.5 years to a person with a predisposition for a short lifespan, the study said. EMS-Forster Productions/Digital Vision/Getty Images.
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How 'vampire facials' infected three women with HIV A recent report on women who contracted HIV after receiving a "vampire facial" has raised questions about the safety of some cosmetic procedures. At least three women were infected at a spa in New Mexico in 2018, according to a Centers for Disease ...
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Climbing stairs could help you live longer—and experts say it only takes a few flights a day Participants, who ranged in age from mid-30s to mid-80s, also answered questions about their lifestyle and exercise habits. The stair climbers were better able to ward off heart disease over the course of 12 years.
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Tick-borne Powassan virus reported in Sharon, Mass. Public health officials in Sharon said they identified a case of rare tick-borne disease: Powassan virus. The health department in the Norfolk County town south of Boston said it's the first time it's had a confirmed case.
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Physical Fitness Linked to Better Mental Health in Young People Physical fitness among children and adolescents may protect against developing depressive symptoms, anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, according to a study published on Monday in JAMA Pediatrics. The study also found that better ...
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Covid and whooping cough jabs plea across city Wolverhampton residents eligible for springtime Covid vaccinations have been urged to have their jabs. Invitations have been sent by the city council to care home residents, anyone over the age of 75 and those with a weakened immune system.
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Eating Beef and Chicken During the Bird Flu Outbreak: What to Know Preliminary analysis of genomic data suggests that avian influenza has been silently spreading in U.S. cattle for months, beginning earlier than previously believed. However, experts say the risk that humans will contract the virus from animals ...
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Spring Covid vaccination clinics open Covid clinics offering top-up vaccinations have opened across Dorset. Over 75s and those older than six months with a weakened immune system are eligible for the free jab. Appointments can be booked at pharmacies, community hospitals and GP practices, ...
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Quiz: Can you pass our 9 question test on the latest theories of COVID-19 transmission Jeremy Farrar, chief scientist of WHO, considers the document to be a kind of base camp. With a shared vocabulary and approach, he and his colleagues are trying to get public health professionals on the same page to reduce confusion and streamline the ...
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Blood test detects signs of osteoarthritis 8 years before X-ray Friday, researchers announced the creation of a new blood test that could lead to earlier intervention for those with osteoarthritis (OA). The degenerative disease, sometimes called 'wear-and-tear arthritis', most commonly impacts the knee.
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Patch to protect against measles in children shows promise A vaccine patch could be a safe and effective alternative way to protect young children against measles, a trial in The Gambia suggests. The device - the size of a sticking plaster - is easier to transport and store than standard injections, ...
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A warning for hunters as 'zombie deer disease' spreads to another state: Maps Zombie deer disease, also known as chronic wasting disease (CWD), continues to spread across the U.S., threatening at-risk white-tailed deer – and potentially the hunters who kill and eat them. Indiana is the 33rd and latest state to report its first ...
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Why Is Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) on the Rise? 6 Things to Know High blood pressure is the second leading cause, and that's on the rise as well. (There are other causes, including obesity and, less commonly, polycystic kidney disease, a genetic condition marked by multiple ...
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Study reveals brown fat's built-in mechanism and potential obesity treatment Brown fat, also known as brown adipose tissue (BAT), is a type of fat in our bodies that's different from the white fat around our belly and thighs that we are more familiar with. Brown fat has a special job-;it helps to burn calories from the foods ...
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'Zombie deer disease' has now spread to 33 states in the US So far, no one has gotten chronic wasting disease from animals, but there's worry that hunters who kill and eat infected animals might be at risk. ... A white-tailed deer.
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Physical fitness linked to better mental health in young people The study also found that better performance in cardiovascular activities, strength and muscular endurance were each associated with greater protection against such mental health conditions. The researchers deemed this linkage "dose-dependent," suggesting ...
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Popular weight loss medication can also help those with cardiovascular disease FOX 2 (WJBK) - The demand for weight loss medications is skyrocketing across the country. While initially approved for treatment of diabetes, the drug Semaglutide – now sold under various brand names – has now been approved for people with ...
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Possible measles transmission being monitored by the West Virginia Department of Health The MMR vaccine is the best line of defense against measles. If you are unsure about your vaccination history, you can either get vaccinated or a blood test can be ordered through your local healthcare provider to determine your level of immunity.
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World's 1st case of brain disease from fentanyl inhalation: Case study OHSU clinicians were able to determine his diagnosis to be toxic leukoencephalopathy caused by fentanyl inhalation. He was diagnosed by magnetic resonance imaging and a nonstandard drug test, which revealed the presence of fentanyl. Inhaled fentanyl caused ...
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Treating the rise of colorectal cancer with personalized care Sukeshi Patel Arora, MD, speaks with a woman in blue shirt in a clinical Sukeshi Patel Arora, MD, medical oncologist and leader ofthe gastrointestinal malignancies. program at Mays Cancer Center.
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Teenage cancer patients will die because of trial age limits, charity warns A new report published by the Teenage Cancer Trust has found that young people aged 13–24 are missing out on the chance to take part in clinical trials, leaving them unable to get innovative new treatments that could increase their chances of survival.
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Get a jump on spring allergies before the sniffles start MINNEAPOLIS — Spring has sprung, and so have allergies. And if you've felt like your sniffles and sneezes are worse this year, you're not alone. "They seem to be getting worse every year," Lynn Blewett said. She's right. The pollen ain't playing.
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Healthy lifestyle may offset genetics by 60% and add five years to life, study says It is well established that some people are genetically predisposed to a shorter lifespan. It is also well known that lifestyle factors, specifically smoking, alcohol consumption, diet and physical activity, can have an impact on longevity.
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10 Things To Keep In Mind When Following Intermittent Fasting Intermittent fasting (IF) is an eating pattern that cycles between periods of fasting and eating. Unlike traditional diets that focus on what foods to eat or restrict calorie intake, intermittent fasting primarily dictates when to eat.
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Rare symptoms popping up among syphilis patients, physicians say Strange symptoms in syphilis cases are appearing sooner and in higher incidence rates than normal, CNN reported April 26. Syphilis prevalence has been rising for at least 12 years, and HHS recently deemed the sexually transmitted disease part of a ...
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Long COVID leaves telltale traces in the blood, study finds People with long COVID have distinct patterns of inflammation detectable in the blood, which could potentially be targeted with immune therapies. Findings from the largest UK study of patients hospitalised with SARS-CoV-2 ...
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People with rare longevity mutation may also be protected from cardiovascular disease Date: April 26, 2024; Source: University of Southern California; Summary: Patients with growth hormone receptor deficiency, or Laron syndrome, appear to have lower than average risk factors for cardiovascular disease, according to a new study. Share:.
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Survivors of severe COVID face persistent health problems Researchers examined COVID-19 patients across the United States who survived some of the longest and most harrowing battles with the virus and found that about two-thirds still had physical, psychiatric, and cognitive problems for up to a year later.
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The enigma of the rare genetic mutation that protects against cancer and heart attacks The endocrinologist Jaime Guevara-Aguirre, left, with Lucho, a Laron Syndrome patient, in El Oro (Ecuador) in 1994.J. G-A.
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UK set to lose measles elimination status after surge in cases Global measles cases have almost doubled in a year, with the UK likely to lose its hard-won status of having eliminated the disease if it fails to maintain a high-enough vaccination rate, warn researchers. They highlighted that measles outbreaks were ...
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After 25 years, researchers uncover genetic cause of rare neurological disease Date: April 29, 2024; Source: University of Utah Health; Summary: Spinocerebellar ataxia 4 is a devastating progressive movement disease that can begin as early as the late teens. Now, a multinational research team has conclusively identified the ...
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Afib more common and dangerous in younger people than previously thought, study finds Date: April 22, 2024; Source: University of Pittsburgh; Summary: Atrial fibrillation (Afib), a common type of arrhythmia that is on the rise in people under the age of 65, is more dangerous in this increasingly younger population than previously ...
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Can Your Job Protect You From Dementia? A new study indicates that people with cognitively demanding jobs have a lower risk of cognitive decline and dementia compared to those in routine roles. Engaging in mentally stimulating activities builds a cognitive reserve, which can adapt to changes ...
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Florida dolphin found with highly pathogenic avian flu The virus was confirmed to be HPAI A (H5N1) virus of HA clade 2.3.4.4b. Subsequent tissue analysis was performed at the Biosafety Level 3 enhanced laboratory at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in ...
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Alberta's flu death toll hits 15-year high, sparking calls for better immunization outreach Alberta is emerging from its deadliest flu season in 15 years. Provincial data shows 167 people died of influenza during the 2023-24 flu season, eclipsing all other seasons dating back to 2009. This season's death toll more than tripled the 2018-19 ...
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What to eat: 9 ultra-processed food items that are actually good for your body Diet tips: Not all ultra-processed foods are bad for your health. You could add these foods as part of your balanced diet. However, it's important to prioritise whole, minimally processed foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and ...
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Statement by HE Dr. Jean Kaseya, Director General of Africa CDC, on the African Vaccination Week Under the slogan 'Vaccinated communities, Healthy communities', Africa Vaccination Week aims to keep immunization high on national and regional agendas towards delivering life-saving interventions for happier and healthier communities. Over the years ...
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World Immunization Week 2024 During this year's World Immunization Week, the World Health Organization (WHO) celebrates 50 years of the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) and the efforts to save and improve countless lives by protecting against vaccine-preventable diseases.
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Brazil surpasses record 4 mln cases of dengue SAO PAULO, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Brazil has surpassed a record 4 million cases of dengue in 2024, the highest number ever registered for the mosquito-borne disease, the Ministry of Health said Monday. Latin America's most populous country detected ...
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Shetland mouth cancer awareness event Staff from University's Institute of Dentistry travelled north recently to raise awareness about mouth cancer at a special event in Shetland. As part of Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month, Dr Rasha Abu-Eid and Dr Katie Hanna joined NHS Shetland ...
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ETF recommends updating COVID-19 vaccines to target new JN.1 variant Updated vaccines will help maintain protection against disease as virus continues to evolve. NewsHumanCOVID-19Vaccines ...
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Quiz: Can you pass our 9 question test on the latest theories of COVID-19 transmission Don't just sneeze without a tissue! That's the message of this early pandemic era graffiti in Dakar, Senegal. The World Health Organization has just issued an updated report on the way SARS-CoV- ...
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Liberia Bolsters its Efforts Against Malaria: Launches RTS,S Vaccine in Rivercess County on World Malaria Day Rivercess, Liberia, April 25, 2024 - Liberia marks a monumental milestone in its battle against malaria as it launches the highly anticipated RTS,S malaria vaccine today, coinciding with World Malaria Day, commemorated under the theme: Health Equity, ...
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