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	health Daily update ⋅ June 14, 2024
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	NPR A surprising history of malaria is revealed by clues from ancient bones NPR How old is malaria? Researchers used to think it was two or three thousand years old at most — a modern disease that appeared long after humans gave up the nomadic hunting lifestyle and formed towns and cities, making it easier for diseases to spread ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Be 'alert but not alarmed' about bird flu, CDC official urges. USA TODAY Avian influenza has been found in a dozen states this spring. So far, only farmworkers are at risk. But not protecting them better leaves the rest of us vulnerable, experts say. Karen Weintraub. USA TODAY. Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP USDA reports reveal biosecurity risks at H5N1-affected dairy farms CIDRAP Shared equipment and shared personnel working on multiple dairy farms are some of the main risk factors for ongoing spread of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian flu in dairy cows, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection ... Flag as irrelevant
	Mirror.co.uk Insane not to ban sunbeds in NI - skin cancer expert BBC News It is "insane" sunbeds are not banned in Northern Ireland as they are elsewhere in the world given their links to skin cancer, an Australian dermatologist has said. Jim Muir said tanning parlours are known to increase the risk of melanoma "very ... Flag as irrelevant
	Hindustan Times Rapid test for urinary tract infections wins Longitude Prize CIDRAP The PA-100 AST System, developed at Sweden's Uppsala University, uses nanofluidic technology to detect bacteria in a urine sample in 15 minutes and identify the right antibiotic in as little as 45 minutes, and requires no specialized laboratory testing ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News 'Do not cry for me', says cancer campaigner in final post BBC News Tributes have been paid after the death of a teacher who raised awareness of incurable secondary breast cancer. Kate Rackham was diagnosed with oestrogen-receptive breast cancer at the age of 39. The Manchester-based teacher, who shared updates on her ... Flag as irrelevant
	Science News A malaria drug could be used to treat PCOS, a common hormone disorder Science News An illustration of a uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries shows an inflamed, cyst-. In polycystic ovarian syndrome, cysts form from follicles holding unreleased eggs (right ovary in this illustration compared with ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News 'Somerset is a hotspot for lyme disease' BBC News Ecologist Nathan Orr said warmer, wetter winters are not killing off as many of the ticks as in the past. Experts told BBC Radio Somerset that wearing long trousers on walks and checking for tick bites are ... Flag as irrelevant
	Times Now Rare Form of Drug-Resistant Seasonal Flu Detected in US WebMD June 13, 2024 – The CDC has detected two human cases of influenza that are resistant to the most commonly used antiviral flu drug, known by the brand name Tamiflu. Laboratory tests showed that two U.S. samples of influenza virus carried two major ... Flag as irrelevant
	Fortune Gen X is on track to have more cancer than Baby Boomers—and these 9 cancers are to blame Fortune Rosenberg tells Fortune that for him, understanding how cancer rates vary from one generation to the next is a research passion. "It's kind of understanding history in a way," he says. And these ... Flag as irrelevant
	Healthline Plant-Based Ultra-Processed Foods May Raise Your Risk of Heart Disease and Early Death Healthline A healthier plant-based diet includes more whole or minimally processed foods. Plant-based diets have grown in popularity thanks to their purported health benefits and lower environmental impact. However, new ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Detroit News Washtenaw Co. sees sharp increase in whooping cough cases The Detroit News Washtenaw County is seeing a sharp increase in cases of pertussis, or whooping cough, compared to the previous three years, with 21 cases in 2024, the local health department announced Thursday. For 10 years before the COVID-19 pandemic, the county saw ... Flag as irrelevant
	Healthline Raw Milk Is Having a Moment Despite Growing Health Risks Healthline This potential change in legislation challenges the long-standing advice to pasteurize milk, a process that eliminates harmful bacteria and guards against severe foodborne illnesses. False and misleading information about the health benefits and risks of ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP Gavi launches vaccine programs for Ebola, meningitis, rabies, and hepatitis B CIDRAP Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, and its partners today announced that lower-income countries can now apply to four more vaccine programs, which cover Ebola for high-risk groups, rabies vaccine for postexposure prophylaxis, multivalent meningococcus, ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Top doctor alarmed by weight-loss drug misuse BBC News NHS England's medical director says he is alarmed by reports that people are using weight-loss drugs as "a quick fix" to lose a few pounds and get "beach-body ready" this summer. Professor Stephen Powis said the side-effects of the drugs could be ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Abortion Rights Groups Celebrate Win but See Risks Ahead The New York Times "We are far from out of the woods," said Cecile Richards, a former president of Planned Parenthood and now a leader of American Bridge, a group aligned with Democrats. While the court on ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Study advocates for liberal blood transfusions in TBI intensive care News-Medical.net "The hemoglobin enables red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues and organs. Most patients hospitalized after a TBI suffer from anemia, defined as low hemoglobin concentration, which could reduce oxygen transport to the brain ... Flag as irrelevant
	Globalnews.ca Dengue fever is on the rise in Europe. Should Canadian travellers worry? Globalnews.ca According to the European Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, several countries have reported a substantial increase in the number of imported dengue cases and while local cases for 2024 are not yet known, there's concern the recent rise could be a ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Germ cells drive sex-dependent lifespan differences in vertebrate animals News-Medical.net Women live longer than men. This isn't unique to humans, either; we see this trend in a wide range of other animals. Biologists have theorized that the discrepancy in life expectancy between sexes might be partly related to reproduction, but how? Flag as irrelevant
	KPTV.com Whooping cough cases on the rise in Clark County KPTV.com Sixty cases have been ... Flag as irrelevant
	New York Post Gen X may have higher cancer incidences than previous generations Becker's Hospital Review A National Cancer Institute study found that members of Generation X may be experiencing larger per-capita increases in the incidence of cancer compared to any prior generation. The study, published June 10 in JAMA Network Open, used Surveillance, ... Flag as irrelevant
	New Zealand Herald New York State Department of Health Urges Men to Prioritize their Health During Men's Health Month New York State Department of Health Having a primary care provider and getting regular medical examinations, including cancer screenings, as well as following a healthy lifestyle, are key components of preventive care that can lead to better health outcomes. "Often ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Top doctor warns against using anti-obesity drugs to get 'beach body ready' The Guardian Those using weight-loss medications, such as Wegovy and Ozempic, for "quick-fix" aesthetic reasons run the risk of "complications and dangerous consequences", NHS England's medical director said. They should only be prescribed for and taken by people with ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP Study details reduced Tamiflu susceptibility in H1N1 flu cases CIDRAP The reduction in susceptibility has been seen in viruses collected from five continents—with most cases in Europe—from May 20203 to February 2024. The viruses showed a 13-fold reduced inhibition by oseltamivir while retaining normal susceptibility to other ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Independent Scientists can now tell if you'll get Alzheimer's years in advance - with more than 80% accuracy Morningstar.com By Brett Arends. Breakthrough is going to help treatment and drug trials, scientists say. Charles Marshall thinks he can now predict who will get dementia up to nine years before their symptoms appear, with a rate of accuracy of 82%. Flag as irrelevant
	News18 World Blood Donor Day World Health Organization The WBDD theme this year is 'celebrating 20 years of giving: thank you blood donors!' Blood transfusion plays a critical role in healthcare, benefiting patients in need of blood and its components who face ... Flag as irrelevant
	Digital Autism Screening Tool Could Enhance Early Identification National Institute of Mental Health While early autism screening typically depends on parent questionnaires, data suggest the accuracy of these assessments may vary across settings and populations. Objective measurement tools, including digital technologies, could help improve screening in ... Flag as irrelevant
	McGill Newsroom Time To Dampen the Enthusiasm For Energy Drinks McGill Newsroom Yes, Max Verstappen, world champion Formula 1 driver, does drink Red Bull. How could he not? After all, he drives for the Red Bull racing team! Max has said that he may drink as many as six cans of the energy drink during a race weekend, ... Flag as irrelevant
	WILX-TV MSU researchers use honeybees to detect lung cancer WILX-TV The honey-making ... Flag as irrelevant
	WDIV ClickOnDetroit Officials warn of rise in whooping cough in Washtenaw County WDIV ClickOnDetroit It's spread through airborne droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks. The greatest risk of spread is during the early stage when the symptoms resemble a cold -- runny nose, low fever, sneezing ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Independent Bowel cancer breakthrough as combined drugs found to shrink tumours The Independent Botensilimab and balstilimab could "offer new hope" for those diagnosed with a type of cancer that has previously not responded to immunotherapy, researchers from Anglia Ruskin University said. Flag as irrelevant
	africacdc.org Mpox Outbreak in South Africa africacdc.org As of today, a total of 7 laboratory-confirmed cases and two deaths (Case Fatality Ratio – CFR: 28.6%) were reported from Gauteng (3/7), KwaZulu-Natal (3/7), and Western Cape (1/7) provinces. The cases were confirmed at the National Institute for ... Flag as irrelevant
	KFXL Fox Nebraska Statement From New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald On Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month New York State Department of Health ALBANY, N.Y. (June 13, 2024) – "As we recognize Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month in June, I encourage New Yorkers to consider making lifestyle changes focused on habits and activities that will improve and protect their overall health as well as ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP Survey reveals many Americans don't know much about STIs like syphilis CIDRAP Many US adults harbor misconceptions about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as syphilis, despite its potential seriousness and cases rising around the world, the latest University of Pennsylvania Annenberg Public Policy Center (APPC) survey ... Flag as irrelevant
	Health Matters When Should Men Get Screened For Prostate Cancer? with Dr. Alfred Winkler Health Matters They discuss prostate health and why it's so important for men to get screened for prostate cancer. Dr. Winkler also shares how it's among the most treatable cancers, and why some men can be under "active surveillance" and live with the slow-growing cancer ... Flag as irrelevant
	VCU Health VCU liver institute director shares 'Act Now, Screen Today' message to boost liver disease screenings VCU Health By A.J. Hostetler To boost awareness about the importance of screening for fatty liver disease, one of the world's biggest liver patient advocacy groups is teaming up with the director of Virginia Commonwealth University's liver institute. Flag as irrelevant
	YubaNet CDC Warns of Salmonella outbreak linked to bearded dragons CDC 60% of sick people are children under 5 years old. Bearded dragons are not recommended as pets for children younger than 5, adults aged 65 or older, and people with weakened immune systems because these people are more likely to get a serious illness from ... Flag as irrelevant
	UConn Today Clearly Defining 'Long COVID' UConn Today Clearly Defining 'Long COVID'. UConn Health Disparities Institute Director Linda Sprague Martinez contributes to consensus definition. Flag as irrelevant
	The Citizen SA records second death from Mpox, with six known positive cases ReliefWeb Health Minister Dr Joe Phaahla has announced a second death linked to Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox. The announcement comes less than 24 hours after the government provided an update on its efforts to control the spread of the infectious disease. Flag as irrelevant
	Inside Precision Medicine New Sequencing Technique Unveils Earliest Signs of Genetic Mutations Inside Precision Medicine Researchers at the NYU Langone Health and the NYU Grossman School of Medicine have developed a novel technique called HiDEF-seq (Hairpin Duplex Enhanced Fidelity Sequencing) that can detect the earliest molecular changes in DNA that precede genetic ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Why do women outlive men? Cells that develop into sperm and eggs could give the answer The Guardian Japanese scientists find blocking production in killifish of germ cells closes lifespan gap between males and females. Ian Sample Science editor. Thu 13 Jun 2024 00.00 EDT. Share. The enduring mystery of why women outlive men may come down to the ... Flag as irrelevant
	CaroMont Health Men's Health Minute: Important Health Screenings by Age CaroMont Health Regular screenings can help identify risks early, allowing for more effective treatment. Here's a guide to the preventative screenings men should consider at different ages, along with the recommended frequency and doctor guidelines. Flag as irrelevant
	JHU Hub Work Stride webinar: Sun and Skin Awareness JHU Hub Did you know that melanoma is the most diagnosed cancer in the United States? And that sun exposure is the most preventable risk factor? As summer begins, now is a great time to refresh your knowledge on protecting yourself. Flag as irrelevant
	www.mcgill.ca Protect Yourself Against Sunscreen Myths www.mcgill.ca Another major source of misinformation relates to vitamin D and how sunscreen will deprive you of this sunshine vitamin. It's true that wearing sunscreen will decrease the amount of vitamin D made by your skin in response to UV exposure. Flag as irrelevant
	The Sydney Morning Herald Avian influenza detected at sixth property Agriculture Victoria Avian influenza virus has been confirmed at a sixth Victorian farm, which was already in quarantine. Tests have confirmed the high pathogenicity H7N3 strain at a commercial duck farm which is located within the current Restricted Area in the Golden ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times The Supreme Court Upheld Broad Abortion Pill Access The New York Times Justice Brett Kavanaugh, who wrote the opinion for the court, found that the plaintiffs — a group of anti-abortion doctors and organizations — did not have standing to sue in the first place because they could not show they had been harmed by the ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Supreme Court Maintains Broad Access to Abortion Pill The New York Times In a unanimous decision, written by Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh, the court held that the anti-abortion groups lacked a direct stake in the dispute, a requirement to challenge the F.D.A.'s approval of the pill, mifepristone. Flag as irrelevant
	NPR Supreme Court rejects challenge to abortion pill accessibility NPR Writing for the court, Justice Brett Kavanaugh dismissed every conceivable argument that the anti-abortion doctors had a right to sue. Indeed, as he observed, federal law explicitly says that doctors cannot be forced to perform or assist in abortions, or ... Flag as irrelevant
	NDTV Food Study Finds Association Between Sodium Intake and Risk of Atopic Dermatitis Pharmacy Times A high sodium diet may increase the risk of atopic dermatitis (AD), according to findings published in JAMA Dermatology. The study authors observed that changes in daily sodium intake may contribute to eczema flares and a reduction in sodium may be a ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBC News FDA advises Covid vaccine makers to target KP.2 for fall shots NBC News The Food and Drug Administration said Thursday it had advised drugmakers to update the Covid vaccines to target the KP.2 strain, a descendant of the highly contagious JN.1 variant that began circulating widely in the U.S. this winter. Flag as irrelevant

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