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Study Puts a $43 Billion Yearly Price Tag on Cancer Screening The estimate focused on five cancers for which there is medically recommended screening — breast, cervical, colorectal, lung and prostate — and found that colonoscopies accounted for most of the costs.
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How to lower or eliminate your risk of knee arthritis, according to a new study Here, the team discovered people engaged in weight-bearing recreational physical activity were at an increased risk for developing knee osteoarthritis if they had low levels of lower-limb muscle mass.
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Aspirin Use May Help Lower Colorectal Cancer Risk, Study Finds The benefits were greatest for people with an unhealthy lifestyle, such as moderate or heavy smokers, and those with overweight or obesity. People with the healthiest lifestyle — whether or not they used aspirin regularly — ...
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Colorado governor extends avian flu emergency declaration in Weld County On July 5, Colorado's governor declared an emergency declaration in Weld County to unlock resources for containing an outbreak of the avian flu (H5N1) among animals at poultry and dairy farms. Colorado has had the highest number of reported cases with ...
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Proposed lung cancer screening guideline could eliminate racial disparities, allow for early detection Previous studies have shown that smoking duration is more strongly associated with lung cancer risk compared to smoking intensity. As a result, the use of pack-year smoking history to select individuals for screening may exclude ...
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These Pathogens Could Spark the Next Pandemic, Scientists Warn Monkey Pox Virus microscope slide red 3D ovals. The monkeypox virus has been added to the WHO's list of priority pathogens. BlackJack3D/Getty Images.
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A diet high in fruits and vegetables may reduce your heart and kidney disease risk, study Eating a couple more apples (and broccoli florets, cucumbers, bananas or green beans) may really help keep the doctor away — especially for people with high blood pressure at risk for heart and kidney disease, according to new research.
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PAHO upgrades Oropouche virus risk, probes more fetal deaths The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) recently issued an epidemiological alert for rising Oropouche virus infections, urging countries to step up surveillance amid spread to new areas, reports of the first deaths, and suspected maternal ...
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USDA confirms more H5N1 in dairy cows, wild birds, and small mammals The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed three more H5N1 avian influenza outbreaks in dairy cattle, raising the national total to 181 from 13 states. cow milking Morten Just/Flickr cc.
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Americans don't get enough sleep. Can magnesium supplements help? Dr. Chester Wu is a psychiatrist and sleep specialist in Houston. Lately, he says he's had more patients ask him, 'Hey doc,' should I take magnesium supplements to help me sleep? "It's definitely been something that I feel like I have been talking ...
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Delaying Treatment Resistance in Prostate Cancer Using Nanoparticles Researchers from the University of Sheffield have found a new form of immunotherapy that uses nanoparticles to activate immune cells to kill cancer cells and delays resistance to powerful first-line treatment. This study in mouse and human prostate ...
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Warning after positive measles case confirmed A warning has been issued after a positive case of measles was confirmed in Jersey. Public Health said it was urging islanders to ensure they were fully up to date with their measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccinations.
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General anesthetic may lead to new epilepsy treatments The general anesthetic propofol may hold the keys to developing new treatment strategies for epilepsy and other neurological disorders, according to a study led by researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine and Sweden's Linköping University.
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Valley fever spiking across California's Central Valley A fungal infection that spread among attendees at a California music festival earlier this year has also been found in San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties. Valley fever is an infectious disease caused by the Coccidioides fungus, which grows in soil ...
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Why is COVID surging? A doctor explains what to know and how to stay safe. "One, the virus continues to evolve to stay ahead of our immune systems. That's what we can talk about when we're talking about variants," she said. "Two, your immunity to infection only lasts about three months.
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High diastolic blood pressure linked to 16% higher migraine risk in women A new study of more than 7,000 men and women found a slightly higher risk of developing migraine in women with high blood pressure. Many studies have been done examining the role of migraine in strokes, heart attacks, and heart disease, ...
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What to know about bird flu if you plan to visit animals at NY state, county fairs State and federal measures include new bird flu testing requirements for many of the cattle being exhibited at agricultural fairs, as well as updated infectious disease safety guidelines for anyone interacting with poultry and other birds at fairs.
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How breastfeeding can prevent obesity, blood sugar and improve memory According to Dr Umesh Vaidya, senior paediatrician at Pune's KEM hospital, "Not many mothers know about the long-term benefits of breast milk on metabolic and brain health. That's why breastfeeding should be made a part of health and wellness strategies.".
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First chronic wasting disease case confirmed in Washington deer SPOKANE Wash. (KPTV) - ...
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What you can do to protect yourself against future listeria outbreaks The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that listeria is the third leading cause of death from food poisoning in the United States — about 1,600 people get sick from listeria bacteria each year, and about 260 die.
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Could fish oil help reduce the risk of Alzheimer's in some people? People without this gene did not experience the same benefit. Researchers are calling for larger clinical trials to see whether these supplements really do help people at high risk of Alzheimer's disease. More from ...
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High temps can make people with dementia irritable, confused, and uncomfortable. What to know. Get the latest on the state of caregiving in Pennsylvania with our free weekly newsletter, How We Care. · Spotlight PA: Are there physiological reasons why a person with Alzheimer's might be more vulnerable to heat? · You just mentioned that someone ...
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Should Low-Dose CT Screening Be Recommended for Those at Low Risk for Lung Cancer? Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Detecting this disease in its early stages significantly improves survival rates, making low-dose computed tomography (CT) screening an essential component in the fight against ...
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Chandipura virus | Centre says 53 cases, 19 deaths reported in the country so far India has reported 53 confirmed cases of Chandipura virus -- 51 from Gujarat and two from Rajasthan -- as on July 31, Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda told the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. Of these 53 cases of Chandipura virus, 19 people ...
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Physicians urging children to receive back-to-school vaccines GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — August is here, and it's immunization month. When parents think about their back-to-school checklist, the basics come to mind: backpacks, calculators and three-ring binders. What's often forgotten on that list? Vaccinations.
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Liver transplant outperforms other therapies for colorectal cancer that has spread to the liver All patients were eligible for liver transplantation, but some opted for other classical therapies, like removal of part of the liver, chemotherapy, or liver-directed therapies. Patients who had liver transplants tended to live ...
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Guide to a healthier, longer life: Get up and get moving Now, researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center have reported that moderate intensity, leisure-time physical activity can partially reduce the elevated risk of death from all causes due to prolonged sitting time. In a study ...
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WHO considers public health emergency as mpox cases mount in Africa World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, PhD, said yesterday he is considering naming the ongoing mpox outbreak in Africa a public health emergency of international concern (PEHIC), the strongest designation for a ...
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Wits professor granted R46m for Aids research There could be light at the end of the tunnel for people with HIV/Aids in Africa after a Wits professor received a R46m grant for research that focuses on reducing deaths from bacterial and fungal infections in people living with the diseases.
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Washington Fish and Wildlife considering adding new rules, restrictions in response to chronic wasting disease CWD was found in a dead deer found in Fairwood in north Spokane County. The deer was discovered in February, but because the state's lab tests samples in batches of 90, it took five months for the infected sample to be flagged.
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Here are the shots you need for school in Texas – and why tetanus vaccines, which also includes diphtheria and polio. hepatitis A; hepatitis B; measles vaccine (MMR), which includes the mumps and rubella; varicella vaccine; polio vaccine.
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Charted: Uninsured population grows Why it matters: After the uninsured rate hit a record low of 7.2% last year, coverage gains stemming from pandemic-era policies are starting to slip — and could fall further if health costs continue to rise and enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies aren't ...
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Mozambique introduces R21 vaccine, bolstering malaria control efforts Maputo – Mozambique today reached an important milestone in malaria prevention among children with the introduction of the R21 vaccine, which will help reduce malaria cases and save thousands of children's lives each year. In Africa, one child dies ...
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Bloomington doctor: Colon cancer blood test will be a 'paradigm shift' Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. In this edition of WGLT's Sound Health, Dr. Omar Khokar, a gastroenterologist at Illinois Gastro Health in Bloomington, thinks ...
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Debunking vaccines myths for National Immunization Awareness Month West Virginia continues to lead the nation among the best and safest from vaccine-preventable illness and disease, thanks to our current vaccination and immunization laws. According to state epidemiologist Shannon McBee, the Mountain State has long had an ...
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Study: Gen-X and millennial cancer rates rising Albright added that a processed food-heavy diet and obesity increase cancer risk factors. The recent research by the American Cancer Society attributed findings from looking at more than 23 million patients diagnosed with 34 cancer types ...
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Minnesota sees 'Significant Increase' in Rabies Cases, Cattle are Included The uptick of confirmed cases of rabies in Minnesota this year is a reminder to keep an eye on livestock and pets this summer – and for veterinarians and producers to take precautions as they go about their business. Rabies cases are up by 30-plus ...
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Whooping cough cases rising in Kentucky BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Whooping cough, a disease known for its rapid and violent coughing outbursts, is on the rise in Kentucky, said local doctors and the Kentucky Department of Health. What You Need To Know. There have been 130 cases of whooping cough ...
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A gastroenterologist's top five tips to keep your gut in good condition Processed foods and high-sugar diets can lead to an imbalance of gut bacteria and promote the growth of harmful bacteria. Reducing the intake of these foods can help maintain a healthy gut microbiome. 2 ...
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Florida doctors explain how new blood tests can speed up Alzheimer's diagnoses FDA approval is required to make Alzheimer's biomarker testing affordable, but a brain specialist is needed to make an accurate diagnosis. Blood tests can more accurately detect Alzheimer's disease than other available methods used by doctors, ...
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VIDEO: Authorities confident source of legionnaires' outbreak has been identified Victorian health authorities believe they've traced the source of a deadly Legionnaires outbreak to a single cooling tower in Melbourne's West. Since July, there have been 78 confirmed cases of the disease – two people have died.
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Dental Medicine's Anita Aminoshariae shares research findings linking tooth loss to heart disease Healthy teeth linked to a healthy heart, CWRU study finds · cleveland.com (subscription required): Anita Aminoshariae, professor at the School of Dental Medicine, discussed her new research that found a link between tooth loss and heart disease.
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The important gap community health workers and care managers can fill in high blood pressure care Hunger often isn't the only obstacle. "You find out from the patient where they are in their disease process, whether they need health literacy, medication management, what their goals are," ...
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Orexin neurons mediate temptation-resistant voluntary exercise We developed a task that enabled us to study how mice freely and rapidly alternate between wheel running and other voluntary activities, such as eating palatable food. When multiple alternatives were available, mice chose to spend a ...
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Your Midlife Diet Could Keep Your Senior Brain Sharp Eating a balanced and nutritious diet earlier in life may protect your cognitive function for your later years. While studies are exploring the link between diet and brain health, more research is needed on the relationship.
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LAist: COVID-19 AMA | FLiRT Variant Has Led to an Uptick in Cases to Start the Summer Kimberly Shriner, MD, an infectious disease specialist at Huntington Health, an affiliate of Cedars-Sinai, said COVID-19 is a seasonal and social disease that tends to spread more when we gather together. Photo by Getty.
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Live Longer, Healthier, Happier: Focus On Human Connections Most of us have a reasonable idea of what contributes to good physical and mental health: Eat a well-balanced diet. Exercise regularly. Get good sleep. Practice gratitude and positivity. Engage in activities that bring joy and fulfillment.
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When will Georgia's summer COVID wave break? Based on transmission rates, the CDC estimates that COVID-19 infections are growing or likely growing in 34 states and territories, declining or likely declining in 2 states, and are stable or uncertain in 7 states. Data as of July 30, 2024.
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Nutrition and exercise as good as therapy for depression Australian researchers have found that lifestyle changes can be as effective as psychotherapy in treating low-grade depression, according to a new study.
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Ozempic and other weight loss drugs could have this worrying side effect, say experts Semaglutide, a major component, showed potential side effects related to extreme appetite suppression, potentially triggering conditions resembling anorexia nervosa if abused.
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