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	health Daily update ⋅ June 17, 2024
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	The New York Times A Bird-Flu Pandemic in People? Here's What It Might Look Like. The New York Times The bird flu outbreak in dairy cattle has so far spilled over to just three farmworkers in the United States, as far as public health authorities know. All of them have had mostly mild symptoms. But that does not guarantee that the virus, called H5N1, ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Washington Post What the latest science says about Lyme disease The Washington Post Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that spreads through tick bites. It may cause flu-like symptoms and a bull's-eye-shaped rash. Most people fully recover after a few weeks of antibiotic treatment. Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News High blood pressure during pregnancy has doubled, but only 60% are treated, study finds ABC News "One of the main drivers of adverse outcomes during pregnancy is due to high blood pressure," Stephanie Leonard, an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology- Maternal Fetal Medicine at Stanford and lead author on the study, told ABC News. Flag as irrelevant
	Stanford Medical Center Report Six distinct types of depression identified in Stanford Medicine-led study Stanford Medical Center Report Brain imaging, known as functional MRI, combined with machine learning can predict a treatment response based on one's depression "biotype." June 17, 2024 - By Rachel Tompa. test. Researchers have identified six subtypes of depression, paving the way ... Flag as irrelevant
	Atlanta Journal Constitution Report: 'One art experience per month can extend your life by 10 years' Atlanta Journal Constitution The health benefits of art have been documented repeatedly through the years. According to the Mayo Clinic, creative arts therapy (ranging from storytelling to dancing) is used in treatment for mental health, cancer, stroke and many other conditions — ... Flag as irrelevant
	Reuters Bird flu spreads to seventh Australian poultry farm Reuters CANBERRA, June 17 (Reuters) - Highly pathogenic avian influenza has spread to a seventh poultry farm near Melbourne, the government of Australia's Victoria state said on Monday. Six of the properties have an H7N3 flu strain and a seventh has an H7N9 ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress An ingestible device to record gastric electrophysiological activity Medical Xpress Recent technological advancements have enabled the development of new cutting-edge medical devices, including surgical robots, sensors that can monitor physiological processes and VR platforms to train doctors. A long-standing goal for medical ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Pregnant women urged to get whooping cough jab BBC News Pregnant women are being advised to get vaccinated against whooping cough after a rise in reported cases. Kent County Council (KCC) and Medway Council are backing calls from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and NHS for vaccinations to happen. Flag as irrelevant
	KERA News New study links high use of artificial sweetener Xylitol to stroke and heart attack KERA News Xylitol is a sugar alcohol found in small amounts of fruits and vegetables and used in sugar-free gum, toothpaste, and baked goods. But a new study links high consumption of xylitol to increased risk of stroke, heart attack, or even death. Flag as irrelevant
	WUFT Some TikTok influencers are maligning sunscreen. Here's what to know about the claims WUFT Tiktok is full of videos with influencers giving advice on health and skin care. But when it comes to sunscreen there's also a lot of misinformation – false claims that sunscreen is toxic and worse than the sun damage it helps prevent. Flag as irrelevant
	Houston Chronicle Houston doctors launch 'cutting-edge' testing program to fight congenital syphilis epidemic Houston Chronicle "We're on the cutting edge," said Dr. Irene Stafford, a maternal-fetal specialist and associate professor at UTHealth Houston's McGovern Medical School. Stafford was referring to Memorial Hermann ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Call for more to attend cervical screening clinics BBC News Health bosses are urging eligible people in Guernsey to come forward for a free cervical smear test. Women and people with a cervix aged 25 to 64 can go for their regular free screening appointment when they are invited by their GP. Flag as irrelevant
	Courthouse News Service Maternal history linked to increased Alzheimer's risk, study finds Courthouse News Service Researchers analyzed 4,400 cognitively unimpaired adults aged 65 to 85 using amyloid imaging. They found that those whose mothers had symptoms of Alzheimer's disease showed higher levels of amyloids. Hyun-Sik Yang, a neurologist at ... Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY Concerns grow as 'gigantic' bird flu outbreak runs rampant in US dairy herds USA TODAY Bird flu has already spread to wild birds, chickens and mammals, including a polar bear and an alpaca. The more widespread it becomes, the more officials worry it could spread among people. Dinah Voyles Pulver. USA TODAY. Flag as irrelevant
	WLKY Louisville Louisville doctors encourage men to be proactive with their health WLKY Louisville U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention data shows heart disease and certain types of cancer, including prostate, lung and colorectal, are the top two leading causes of death for men. Doctors say getting a ... Flag as irrelevant
	National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Chronic hypertension in pregnancy doubled in the US from 2007-2021 National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute The study, which was funded by NIH's National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), did not explore the reasons for the increase, but rising maternal age, growing obesity rates, and other factors likely played a role, according to researchers. The ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News Chronic high blood pressure during pregnancy doubled between 2008 and 2021 in the US American Heart Association Treatment rates for chronic hypertension during pregnancy remained relatively low but stable during the same time, with only about 60% of the individuals receiving (filling prescriptions for) antihypertensive medications. The researchers say these findings ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Surgeon General Calls for Warning Labels on Social Media Platforms The New York Times Dr. Vivek Murthy said he would urge Congress to require a warning that social media use can harm teenagers' mental health. Share ... Flag as irrelevant
	WFSB Rare, drug-resistant flu variant found in the US, CDC says WFSB According to a new ... Flag as irrelevant
	University of Oxford Study demonstrates how AI can develop more personalised cancer treatment strategies University of Oxford University of Oxford researchers have leveraged the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to develop personalised cancer treatments which could be more effective at preventing patient relapse. This study illustrates how combining mathematical modelling ... Flag as irrelevant
	UC Berkeley School of Public Health Study: Sodium intake associated with severe eczema UC Berkeley School of Public Health A new study by UC Berkeley School of Public Health found that sodium intake is associated with a higher risk for developing atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema. Researchers looked at the sodium content of urine samples from about 215,000 adults in ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Australian Avian influenza detected at seventh property Agriculture Victoria 17 June 2024. Avian influenza virus has been confirmed at a seventh Victorian farm, which was already in quarantine. Tests have confirmed the high pathogenicity H7N3 strain at a commercial egg farm that is located within the current restricted area in ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Is Social Media the New Tobacco? The New York Times Vivek Murthy, the U.S. surgeon general, wants warning labels on the tech platforms, arguing that they are fueling a mental health crisis among teens. Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News US surgeon general wants social media warning labels BBC News He wants people who visit these platforms to be shown a message warning that they are "associated with significant mental health harms for adolescents". He said such a label would "regularly remind parents and adolescents ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNET Your Visual Guide to Protein: Achieving a Daily Serving of Protein Made Easy CNET Protein helps regulate hormones, transports molecules, acts as an enzyme for chemical reactions and more. Getting enough protein each day is crucial. Everyone has different dietary requirements, but for the average person, 100 ... Flag as irrelevant
	San Antonio Express-News San Antonio's extreme heat in summer can worsen your mental health, lead to road rage San Antonio Express-News Although it's not clinically diagnosed like seasonal affective disorder, which occurs in the fall and winter months when there is a lack of sunlight, the severe heat can increase mood swings, irritability and road rage episodes. Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Pregnant, Addicted and Fighting the Pull of Drugs The New York Times Kim, 32, had first come to the clinic in the fall of 2022 and, in April 2023, gave birth to a healthy, drug-free boy. But within months she relapsed, and child protective services placed the baby in foster care. Her despair drove her further into addiction ... Flag as irrelevant
	Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Covid infections likely on rise in Arkansas, 32 other states, CDC says Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette With each variant of covid-19 becoming increasingly transmissible, experts predict Arkansas will see a summer spike in cases, although they say the risk of severe illness resulting in hospitalization or death remains low for most people. Flag as irrelevant
	GMA Are collagen products worth the hype? Exploring the trending supplements GMA The ads seem to be everywhere for collagen products, promising to reduce wrinkles, improve skin tone, slow aging, and even make hair and nails grow faster. But what is collagen? According to Dr. Tony Youn, a dermatologist and plastic surgeon, ... Flag as irrelevant
	TODAY Gen Zen: I tried and failed to cut my phone out of my life. So I sought a healthier relationship with it instead TODAY This audio is generated by an AI tool. Increasingly, people are becoming aware of the importance of mental health and well-being in our lives. In our weekly ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca The Morning Edition - KW with Craig Norris CBC.ca Doctor Peter Lin shares his reflections on new research about some artifical sweeteners. A study published last week in the European Heart Journal suggests a link to cardiovascular risks. Aired: June 14, 2024. More from The Morning Edition - K-W ... Flag as irrelevant

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