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What to know about TB after outbreak in Long Beach sickens 14 Not everyone infected with TB bacteria becomes sick, resulting in two TB-related conditions: latent TB infection and TB disease. People with latent TB infections will usually test positive for TB via a skin test ...
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Ultraprocessed foods linked with early death, according to 30 years of research Processed meats and sugary foods and drinks aren't correlated with the same risks as ultraprocessed whole grains, for example, said lead study author Dr. Mingyang Song, associate professor of clinical epidemiology and nutrition at Harvard's TH Chan School ...
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How Bird Flu Caught the Dairy Industry Off Guard Understanding how avian influenza jumped into cows can help shape the path to stopping the virus's spread. By Meghan Bartels. Milking cows by automatic industrial milking rotary system in modern diary farm. Vladimir Zapletin/Getty Images. Epidemiology.
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Concerning Trends: Lack of HPV Vaccination in the United States Again, this is a vaccine that can essentially eliminate, as far as we can tell today, HPV-associated cancers — cervical cancer and the majority of head and neck cancers. Only 1 in 5 uninsured males and 1 in 3 females were vaccinated.
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ECDC warns of surge in pertussis cases in Europe ECDC officials note that while pertussis is an endemic disease in the EU/EEA, larger epidemics occur every 3 to 5 years, even in countries with high vaccination coverage. Similar case numbers were seen in 2016 (41,026) and 2019 (34,468).
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Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Guidelines Add Drug Class, Endorse More Exercise Updates to national guidelines for the management of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) endorse cardiac myosin inhibitor use in certain cases, greenlight more intensive physical activity, and expand treatment options for young patients.
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How climate change is raising the risks of another pandemic Evidence is mounting that human disruptions to natural ecosystems are raising risks of disease spread, according to a new study. By Scott ...
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'Ozempic Breasts' Side Effect Reported by People Taking Weight Loss Drugs The term is being used to refer to unexpected changes in breast size or shape as a result of rapid, extreme weight loss. The most common symptoms include loss of volume, sagging, and tenderness.
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Nearly 90% of Adults in US Have Syndrome That Can Lead to Heart Disease CKM syndrome is a systemic disorder that has links between heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes, and obesity. A new study has revealed that roughly 90% of Americans may have cardiovascular- ...
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Decades-old law limits access to Wegovy for Medicaid beneficiaries Della McCullough has been struggling with her weight since she was 11, when she remembers her mother telling her she was "big boned." Now 53, she says she's tried supplements, diet and exercise — even an all-fruit diet once. None of them worked.
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Small molecule promotes myelin sheath repair in MS mice: Study In an MS mouse model, this resulted in improved motor function and nerve cell communication, as well as reduced signs of disease-driving inflammation. ESI1 also enhanced myelin repair in aged healthy mice while reversing cognitive decline.
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Dogs entering US must be 6 months old, microchipped, new rules say The new rules require vaccination for dogs that have been in countries where rabies is common. The update applies to dogs brought in by breeders or rescue groups as well as pets traveling with their U.S. owners.
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Whooping cough: Cases up again as five infant deaths reported Five babies have died from whooping cough as cases continue to rise in England, health officials have announced. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) reported 1,319 cases in England in March, after just over 900 in February, making the 2024 total ...
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How olive oil could lower risk of dementia mortality A new study looked at health associations with more olive oil consumption. ByKelly McCarthy · via logo. May 8, 2024, 10:33 AM. 1:52. New study looks at effect of Mediterranean diet on Alzheimer's diagnosis. A new study published in JAMA Neurology found ...
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'Breaking up families': CDC announces strict rules for traveling to the US with your dog The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced new restrictions Wednesday on dogs traveling to the U.S., which some say will make it harder for families returning to the country with their pets or adopting pets internationally.
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Who Really Has Brain Worms? According to a 2012 deposition, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. once suffered from, in his own words, "a worm that got into my brain and ate a portion of it and then died." ...
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The CDC issues new rules for bringing dogs into the US, aimed at keeping out rabies Those include getting a blood test before they leave the other country to make sure the animal has immunity against rabies, a physical examination upon arrival and getting a U.S. rabies vaccine. If the dog doesn't have a blood test showing immunity, it ...
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An adjuvant made in yeast could lower vaccine cost and boost availability Many vaccines, including the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine, contain adjuvants that stimulate the immune system to mount a stronger defense against infection. Producing one such adjuvant in yeast promises to make it less expensive and more widely available.
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For Mother's Day, a bouquet of useful health advice for new moms and moms-to-be Mother's Day is Sunday, May 12. If you're thinking about getting pregnant or if you've just given birth, Life Kit is here to help. Our archive of episodes on maternal and reproductive health can help you understand your menstrual cycle, ...
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What To Know About New Minimally Invasive Weight Loss Procedure Gastric Mucosal Ablation The results of the first human trial examining a new weight loss procedure called gastric mucosal ablation were released Thursday, and the non-surgical procedure caused minimal side effects with a short outpatient recovery period compared to other ...
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Study Lays Groundwork for Potential Vaccine Customized for Children with Recurrent Eczema Flares New research was conducted regarding the immune response mechanisms in eczema cases linked to the Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) bacterium, with the findings indicating the possibility of a future customized vaccine for bacterial-triggered atopic ...
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With 2 CWD-positive deer, California becomes 34th state to report fatal disease CWD infected animals can excrete infectious prions before clinical signs appear and these prions can persist in the environment for years, making it very difficult to prevent or control the spread once it has been introduced.
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Pioneering gene therapy restores UK girl's hearing A UK girl born deaf can now hear unaided, after a groundbreaking gene-therapy treatment. Opal Sandy was treated shortly before her first birthday - and six months on, can hear sounds as soft as a whisper and is starting to talk, saying words such as ...
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A tailored vaccine shows promise in treating childhood eczema Researchers in Ireland say a new vaccine may help treat eczema flares in children. They say the vaccines would be tailored to children's individual "immune signatures." Current treatments include keeping ...
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'Zombie deer' disease detected in California for the first time A disease that poses a fatal risk to some animals has been found in California deer for the first time. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife confirmed two cases of chronic wasting disease in deer this week. Advertisement.
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Sedentary behavior in childhood linked to heart damage Children and young adults who are couch potatoes could wind up with enlarged hearts, increasing their risk of heart attack, stroke and early death. Advertisement. Sedentary behavior contributed as much as 40% to the total increase in heart size between ...
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Tuberculosis in California: Outbreak declared in Long Beach, 1 dead, 9 hospitalized A Southern California coastal city has declared a public health emergency on the heels of an outbreak of tuberculosis that has left at least nine people hospitalized and one person dead. Long Beach's health officer, Dr. Anissa Davis, declared the ...
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Increase in sedentary time from childhood associated with progressing heart enlargement Previous studies in the same population have linked excessive sedentariness to increased inflammation, high insulin, fat obesity, dyslipidaemia, and arterial stiffness. LPA has emerged as an effective approach to diminishing the harmful effects of ...
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Biodiversity loss is biggest driver of infectious disease outbreaks, says study The team focused on five global change drivers – biodiversity loss, climate change, chemical pollution, non-native species, and habitat loss. They found four out of five increased disease spread: all except habitat loss increased disease. Their results ...
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Woman says she lost 60 pounds after undergoing experimental weight loss procedure The minimally-invasive procedure targets ghrelin, the so-called hunger hormone. ByGMA Team · via logo. May 8, 2024, 11:16 AM. 2:58. 1st look at procedure that targets hunger hormone. The medical team behind a clinical trial for a possible new weight ...
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FDA Chief on H5N1: 'We Have to Be Ready' — Commissioner also detailed plans for "largest reorganization" in agency's history · FDA Commissioner Robert Califf, MD, described his agency's role in helping to prevent a wider outbreak of H5N1 avian influenza during a · After testing · While the ...
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Patient's seizures stop after 'game-changing' surgery A "game-changing" laser surgery which has already prevented epileptic seizures in some patients is set to be rolled out across England next month. The therapy, which uses a tiny laser inside a probe in the skull enables doctors to destroy brain tissue ...
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Up to 40pc of mental health conditions are linked to child abuse and neglect, study finds Mother smiles proudly with her arm around her daughter. An abusive childhood haunted Ange McAuley for decades but she is breaking the cycle for her kids. (ABC News: Marcus ...
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UF researchers develop mRNA vaccine to treat brain tumors For seven years, he has been running trials on mRNA vaccines to treat glioblastoma, a way of reprogramming the immune system to understand that the cancer must be healed. A patient's own tumor cells can be ...
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'BE FAST': Understanding the signs and symptoms of stroke (WECT) - May is ...
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Faster Approach for Starting Extended-release Injectable Naltrexone Shown Effective Starting people with opioid use disorder on injectable, extended-release naltrexone (XR-naltrexone) within five to seven days of seeking treatment is more effective than the standard treatment method of starting within 10-15 days but requires closer ...
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Colon cancer rates have been rising for decades in younger people, study finds Researchers saw a sharp increase among teenagers but noted that the overall number of cases in that age group are very low. Doctor operates colonoscopy device. Doctors are still searching for answers to why colorectal cancer cases are on the rise among ...
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UC Irvine study shows damaging impact of heat waves on vital organs Irvine, Calif., May 8, 2024 — Researchers from the University of California, Irvine have found evidence of the molecular causes of the damaging impact heat stress causes on the gut, liver and brain in the elderly. These findings point to the potential ...
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Herpesvirus infection alters structure and function of mitochondria in the host cell Herpesviruses not only cause significant diseases but are also promising candidates for oncolytic therapy. The HSV-1 infection depends on the nuclear DNA replication, transcription machinery, and mitochondrial metabolism of the host cell. In the ...
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Study: Car interiors have chemicals linked to cancer The consumer watchdog ...
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Urology Associates of Mobile: Bladder Cancer MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - ...
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New COVID variants are a reminder of coronavirus reality To most Americans, COVID-19 now ranks with everyday risks like reckless driving, smoking and drinking too much. But the emergence of new variants called FLiRT is a fresh reminder that the coronavirus still is circulating and evolving, ...
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Bowel cancer rates rising among New Zealanders under 50 years old, driving calls for even lower screening age Adrienne Smithson with her husband James and daughters Dominique and Casey (aged 10). She was diagnosed with incurable bowel cancer last year, aged 44, and is among a growing group of New Zealanders diagnosed before they turn 50.
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Vitamin D Deficiency Aching bones and joints and other signs of potential poor bone health · Generalized weakness and muscle pain · Low energy levels or feeling persistently fatigued · Bone fractures that can result from low vitamin D levels ...
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Risk Reduction for Alzheimer's and Related Dementias What are dementia risk factors and how should physicians approach counseling patients? Join AMA's Immediate Past Chair Sandra Fryhofer, MD, and a panel of experts on Thursday, May 16 at 3 p.m. Central as they explore known modifiable risk factors for ...
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Quarter of a million spring Covid vaccines given in the North West It means more than one in four of those eligible in the region – including those aged 75+ and people with a weakened immune system – have already topped up their protection from the virus. Roving vaccination ...
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'Toxic' chemicals in flavoured vapes could lead to 'wave of chronic diseases' in future, researchers say The study by a team at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) and published in Scientific Reports used AI modelling to suggest that 127 damaging chemicals are potentially formed as devices heat liquid for inhalation.
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How Bad Was Beethoven's Lead Poisoning? No one knows what caused the liver and kidney disease that led to Ludwig van Beethoven's untimely death. But one popular theory – that high lead levels killed the great composer – should be ruled out, researchers argue in the journal Clinical Chemistry ...
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Measuring blood pressure: Hypertension impacts, prevention, more Almost half of American adults have high blood pressure and many don't know so Dr. Kavita Aggarwal joins TODAY with tips on how to understand and measure blood pressure, assess hypertension risk factors and more.May 8, 2024. Read More. Now Playing ...
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New York State Department of Health Declares Influenza Is No Longer Prevalent In New York ALBANY, N.Y. May 8, 2024 – With cases of influenza continuing to decline in New York State, Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald is today announcing that flu is no longer prevalent in the State for the 2023-24 influenza season.
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