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WHO declares mpox outbreak a global health emergency The World Health Organization said Wednesday that an ongoing mpox outbreak is a public health emergency of international concern. Fabrice Coffrini/AFP/Getty Images.
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WHO Declares Global Emergency Over New Mpox Outbreak The rapid spread of mpox, formerly called monkeypox, in African countries constitutes a global health emergency, the World Health Organization declared on Wednesday. This is the second time in three years that the W.H.O. has designated an mpox epidemic ...
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WHO declares mpox a global health emergency as African outbreak grows The declaration comes after suspected and confirmed cases in Africa exceeded 15,000 this year, exceeding the toll in all of 2023. Infections reached record highs in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where the virus has been endemic for decades and the vast ...
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What to know about mpox after WHO declared it a global health emergency Cases in that outbreak plunged after a campaign to deliver vaccines, but the virus has persisted in parts of Africa where the virus has been endemic and vaccines are not available.
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Alzheimer's risk rose up to 42% with untreated high blood pressure, study finds Yet living with uncontrolled hypertension may dramatically raise the risk of Alzheimer's disease for people ages 60 and older, according to a new metanalysis. People with untreated high blood pressure had a 36% higher risk of ...
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1 in 4 Unresponsive Coma Patients May Retain Some Awareness Clinical Implications? Cognitive motor dissociation (CMD) is a condition whereby patients with a severe brain injury who are unresponsive to commands at the bedside show brain activity on functional MRI (fMRI) or electroencephalography ...
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Breaking the taboo of menopause: 10 commonly asked questions answered Symptoms of menopause may include hot flashes, mood changes, depression and anxiety, difficulties sleeping, urinary incontinence, irregular periods or bleeding, vaginal dryness and infections, and changes in libido, according to the Office on Women's ...
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Unresponsive Brain-Damaged Patients May Have Some Awareness When people suffer severe brain damage — as a result of car crashes, for example, or falls or aneurysms — they may slip into a coma for weeks, their eyes closed, their bodies unresponsive. Some recover, but others enter a mysterious state: eyes open, ...
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Dementia Deemed Highly Preventable: Here's How This is Dr JoAnn Manson, professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital. I'd like to talk with you about a new report on the preventability of dementia that is both exciting and paradigm-shifting.
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WHO declares mpox global health emergency The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the mpox outbreak in parts of Africa a public health emergency of international concern. The highly contagious disease - formerly known as monkeypox - has killed at least 450 people during an initial ...
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After a stroke, this musician found his singing voice again with help from a special choir In the 1980s and '90s, Ron Spitzer played bass and drums in rock bands — Tot Rocket and the Twins, Western Eyes and Band of Susans. He sang and wrote songs, toured the country and recorded albums. When the bands broke up, he continued to make music with ...
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More people are dying from dementia, according to new study The chances of dying from dementia increased among every demographic group studied, according to study author Mohsan Ali, a physician with the King Edward Medical University in Pakistan. Tripling of dementia deaths. Dementia is ...
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CDC Alerts on Dramatic Rise in Human Parvovirus B19 The CDC alerted healthcare providers on Tuesday to a dramatic increase in human parvovirus B19 activity in the U.S. and Europe. The proportion of people with IgM antibodies, an indicator of recent infection, has more than tripled from 2022-2024 to June ...
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If You Think You Have Mpox, Here's What You Should Do The World Health Organization has declared a global emergency over the mpox (formerly monkeypox) epidemic in African countries such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, where the outbreak is centered. Over the past three years, this is the second time ...
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Cancer patients to join personalised vaccine trial Cancer patients in Leeds could be invited to take part in a trial of a new type of treatment using personalised vaccines in a bid to help stop the disease returning. Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust said it would refer eligible people to an NHS ...
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WHO Labels Mpox Outbreak a Global Health Emergency Aug 14, 2024 – The World Health Organization on Wednesday declared the mpox virus a global health emergency due to a worsening outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and other parts of Africa. At an emergency mpox committee meeting, ...
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ICYMI: Research Roundup from AIDS 2024 Summary: A brief roundup of key topics of HIV.gov's coverage of AIDS 2024, including HIV prevention, cure research, and more. 25th International AIDS conference. Munich Germany ...
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Regularly Drinking Alcohol After Age 60 Linked to Early Death Aug. 14, 2024 – People over age 60 who drink alcohol regularly are at an increased risk of early death, particularly from cancer or issues related to the heart and blood vessels. That's according to the findings of a new, large study that was published ...
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WHO declares 2024 mpox surge a 'public health emergency of international concern' Cases of mpox — previously called monkeypox — have been surging in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In recent weeks, cases have appeared in nearby African countries, including several that have never reported mpox cases before.
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Why Women's Health Should be Prioritized Two childbirth organizations, namely, the International Childbirth Educational Association and Lamaze International, were formed and headed by women. The organizations aim to prepare expectant parents for birth by providing proper healthcare information.2.
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Scientists find humans age dramatically in two bursts – at 44, then 60 Research suggests that rather than being a slow and steady process, aging occurs in at least two accelerated bursts. The study, which tracked thousands of different molecules in people aged 25 to 75, detected two ...
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Santa Clara County reports first West Nile virus death of 2024 One adult, who was hospitalized, is recovering at home, while another immunocompromised adult died earlier this month following hospitalization. The health department said there was no known connection between the individuals, neither ...
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High COVID levels were found in NC wastewater. Could Charlotte, Raleigh see a surge? COVID-19 virus levels are rising sharply at wastewater treatment plants in Charlotte and Raleigh, potentially indicating a surge in cases. Of the seven combined treatment plants in Charlotte and Raleigh, six saw significant spikes in virus particle ...
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Sharp rise in 'slapped cheek disease' cases prompts CDC advisory Parvovirus B19 infection is usually mild in people who are otherwise healthy. Common symptoms include "slapped cheek" rash in children, and joint pains in adults. U.S. Centers for Disease Control ...
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Increase in Mpox cases push WHO to declare a global health emergency Across the borders, a spike in the Mpox virus pushed World Health Organization Leaders to declare a global health emergency for the second time since 2022. Mpox—formerly known as monkeypox---is a virus sweeping across Central and West Africa, ...
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August is Immunization Month Herd immunity occurs when a large portion of a community is vaccinated against a contagious disease, reducing the chance of an outbreak. If enough people rely on herd immunity as the method of preventing infection from vaccine-preventable diseases, herd ...
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Can magnesium supplements improve health? Magnesium is a mineral that occurs naturally in many foods, such as nuts and seeds, beans and other legumes, whole grains, and leafy greens. We need adequate amounts of magnesium for healthy muscle, nerve, and cardiovascular system function.
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New brain-computer interface allows man with ALS to 'speak' again A new brain-computer interface (BCI) developed at UC Davis Health translates brain signals into speech with up to 97% accuracy — the most accurate system of its kind. The researchers implanted sensors in the brain of a man with severely impaired speech ...
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Common Artificial Sweetener Linked to Increased Heart Attack Risk in Small Study Healthy people who consumed 30 grams of the sweetener erythritol had an increased risk of blood clot formation, while people who consumed the same amount of glucose did not. Will Sullivan. Daily Correspondent. August 14, 2024 8:58 a.m. ...
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Type 2 Diabetes Cases More Than Doubled Seven Decades After Exposure to Famine Researchers at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and at the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine used the setting of the man-made Ukrainian Holodomor famine of 1932-1933 to examine ...
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Doctor speaks on importance of vaccines as children head back to school AUSTIN, Texas - August is National Immunization Awareness Month, and that's timely as back to school season is here with many Central Texas districts starting up this week. But, before parents send their kids back to class, they need to be up-to-date ...
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Parvovirus illness rising in kids just as school is starting, CDC says It spreads easily when an infected person coughs or sneezes. "Parvovirus B19 is highly transmissible in respiratory droplets, with 50% of susceptible people infected after household exposure and 20–50% of susceptible students ...
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PCOS Linked to Increased Odds of Eating Disorders HealthDay News — Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is associated with an increased likelihood of any eating disorder, according to a review published online in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. Laura G. Cooney, MD, from the University ...
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West Nile virus death reported in Santa Clara County NBC Universal, Inc. Santa Clara County reported two cases of human West Nile virus detected this month, including one person who died, according to a news release Wednesday.
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Job strain and effort-reward imbalance linked to higher risk of atrial fibrillation It can lead to stroke, heart failure or other cardiovascular complications. More than 12 million people are projected to have AFib in the United States by 2030, according to the American Heart Association's 2024 heart disease and stroke statistics.
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Are Some Uterine Tumors More Aggressive in Black Patients? Uterine serous carcinoma is a rare and aggressive type of endometrial cancer, comprising up to 10% of all primary endometrial cancer cases, according to the Foundation for Women's Cancer. The 5-year survival rate for patients with advanced-stage tumors is ...
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New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Immunization Awareness Month Parents and Guardians Should Speak With Their Health Care Provider to Discuss Updating Their Child's Vaccination for Upcoming School Year. Albany N.Y. (August 14, 2024) – The New York State Department of Health recognizes National Immunization ...
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Efficacy of 'Symptom-Triggered Testing' for Detection of Ovarian Cancer "Symptom-triggered testing"—prompted by symptoms such as pain, abdominal bloating/swelling, and feeling full soon after starting to eat—detected early-stage aggressive ovarian cancer in one of four individuals affected, according to an analysis from ...
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Parvovirus alert: What is slapped cheek syndrome? Know all about the fast-rising condition in the US The disease, characterized by a distinctive facial rash, can cause severe outcomes in vulnerable populations. The CDC advised preventive measures like handwashing and avoiding close contact with infected individuals.
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Introducing peanuts earlier to reduce allergies Montreal, August 14, 2024 - Introducing peanuts way before the age of three years old in babies' diets has helped reduce the prevalence of allergies in this population, shows a recent study led by the Research Institute of the McGill University Health ...
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Research shows our bodies go through rapid changes in our 40s and our 60s These metabolic shifts may be causing significant differences in cardiovascular health and immune function. A woman jogs across the shimmering street. "While it's obvious that you're aging throughout your entire life, there are two big periods where ...
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An implantable sensor could reverse opioid overdoses The device, about the size of a stick of gum, can be implanted under the skin, where it monitors heart rate, breathing rate, and other vital signs. When it determines that an overdose has occurred, it rapidly pumps out a dose of naloxone.
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Whooping cough cases spike in Connecticut, health officials urge families to get vaccinated Whooping cough cases are up more than 10 times the amount compared to 2023. The Connecticut Department of Public said there are 111 cases in 2024, up from 11 the prior year. Published August 13, 2024 • Updated on August 14, 2024 at 6:59 am.
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Research suggests go nuts for weight loss HEALTH Research finds nuts are a nutrient-rich food that should be included in weight-loss diets. Whether they're sprinkled on your morning cereal or kept for an afternoon snack ...
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Largest multi-omics study identifies new genetic landscapes in colorectal cancer The Institute of Intelligent Medical Research (IIMR) of BGI Genomics, in collaboration with Sweden's Uppsala University, has published the largest multi-omics study of colorectal cancer (CRC) to date. The study aimed to understand the functional and ...
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Cannabis use tied to head and neck cancer A study from the USC Head and Neck Center, part of Keck Medicine of USC and the USC Caruso Department of Otolaryngology -- Head and Neck Surgery, suggests that cannabis, the most commonly used illicit substance worldwide, is associated with an increased ...
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CDC: Human parvovirus on the rise Parvovirus B19 is a highly contagious respiratory virus that typically causes mild illness, but poses risks for severe outcomes in those who do not have pre-existing immunity, are immunocompromised and those who are pregnant. The ...
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Dengue Is Spreading: Is Warmer Weather to Blame? American Society for Microbiology "More Americans are at risk than ever before as mosquitoes and ticks are moving into new areas of the country, increasing cases and geographic ranges of vector-borne diseases." said Christopher Braden, M.D., ...
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DPH says there's been a big increase in whooping cough cases "Because of the ...
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New clue into the curious case of our aging immune system The thymus is an organ essential for good health due to its ability to produce special immune cells that are responsible for fighting infections and cancer. In a world-first, researchers have uncovered new cells that ...
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