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	health Daily update ⋅ August 9, 2024
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	The Washington Post Why a growing mpox outbreak has the world worried again The Washington Post Cases in Africa have surpassed 15,000 this year, exceeding the toll in all of 2023. Infections are concentrated in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where mpox has been endemic for decades, reaching record highs and mostly infecting and killing children. Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Engineered Virus Steals Proteins From HIV, Pointing to New Therapy The New York Times In a normal H.I.V. infection, the virus slips into an immune cell and hijacks its host's DNA to make copies of itself, which then burst out of the cell. After a large number of cells have been infected, the immune system collapses, causing AIDS. Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times About 400 Million People Worldwide Have Had Long Covid, Researchers Say The New York Times The team estimated that the economic cost — from factors like health care services and patients unable to return to work — is about $1 trillion worldwide each year, or about 1 percent of the global economy. Flag as irrelevant
	NPR Alarmed by mpox surge, Africa CDC is poised to declare a 'continental emergency' NPR The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has never done anything like this before. The agency is poised to declare a "public health emergency of continental security" as early as next week. Since the beginning of last year, mpox cases have ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times You've Lost Weight Taking New Obesity Drugs. What Happens if You Stop? The New York Times Many patients are eager to discontinue Wegovy or Zepbound when their weight loss plateaus. But doctors say it's difficult to go cold turkey. Share ... Flag as irrelevant
	NPR Researchers decipher MIS-C, the scary illness that followed COVID in some kids NPR The condition is called multi-system inflammatory syndrome in children, or MIS-C, and it is serious but rare. Early in the pandemic, kids began showing up in emergency departments with symptoms including persistent high fevers, vomiting, fatigue and heart ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News Measles cases are triple what they were last year in the US Doctors say vaccines can help. CBS News PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Federal health officials are renewing warnings about the growing number of measles cases and encouraging parents to get their children the recommended vaccinations before school starts. Measles outbreaks are up substantially, ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Fewer See Kids' Vaccines as Key – but It's Mostly the GOP U.S. News & World Report While 93% of Democrats and Democratic learners say it is extremely or very important to get children vaccinated, just 52% of Republicans and Republican leaners say the same. Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News COVID was 10th leading cause of death in 2023, down from 4th in 2022: CDC ABC News The overall death rate fell by 6% from 2022 to 2023, the report found. ByMary Kekatos. August 8, 2024, 10:21 AM. 2:08. What to know about the updated COVID vaccines coming this fall. The CDC recommends everyone ages 6 months and older get vaccinated. Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Zero calorie sweetener linked to blood clots and risk of heart disease, study finds CNN Consuming a drink with erythritol — an artificial sweetener used to add bulk to stevia and monk fruit and to sweeten low-carb keto products — more than doubled the risk of blood clotting in 10 healthy people, according to a new pilot study. Flag as irrelevant
	WIRED The Benefits of Ozempic Are Multiplying WIRED There's mounting evidence that GLP-1 drugs have health benefits beyond diabetes and weight loss, for conditions ranging from addiction to Parkinson's—and scientists are evolving theories of why. Flag as irrelevant
	Today.com Texas woman dies from West Nile Virus: What to know about symptoms Today.com A woman in Dallas, Texas, has died from West Nile, a virus spread though mosquito bites. As much of the United States approaches peak mosquito season, officials are warning about increased circulation and urging people to protect themselves. Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News Artificial sweetener erythritol could elevate heart disease risk, preliminary research suggests ABC News A new study suggests a popular artificial sweetener found in everything from drinks and baked goods to gum and candy could be linked to a higher risk of blood clots, but the researchers themselves say their findings are preliminary and more research is ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP CDC updates mpox alert amid expansion in African outbreaks CIDRAP The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) yesterday sent a Health Alert Network (HAN) update to clinicians, urging them to remain on alert for mpox in people who have recently visited the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) or any of eight ... Flag as irrelevant
	Miami Herald You may want to skip fall RSV vaccine, CDC says. What to know about new recommendations Miami Herald As vaccines against respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, become available for a second year this fall, health experts are not recommending the shot for as many people this time around. The virus is just one pillar of the ongoing "tripledemic," ... Flag as irrelevant
	MedPage Today COVID Drops to Tenth Leading Cause of Death in the US MedPage Today The top 10 leading causes of mortality for 2023 were heart disease, cancer, unintentional injuries, stroke, chronic lower respiratory diseases, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, kidney disease, chronic liver disease and cirrhosis, and COVID-19; suicide and ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News What is cortisol? How to lower levels amid concerns over "cortisol face" CBS News Cortisol is a hormone that mainly helps regulate your body's response to stress. TikTok users have recently garnered attention with videos blaming increased stress, which can stimulate the release of cortisol, for facial puffiness and swelling ... Flag as irrelevant
	Milwaukee Journal Sentinel The latest on COVID-19: New symptoms, new strain, new vaccine. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Social distancing, remote working and public masking are now distant memories for most people. But SARS-CoV-2, the virus that caused the pandemic, is still around. It is still changing, still making people sick and still keeping health professionals on ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News COVID-19 falls to No. 10 cause of death in US ABC News — The leading causes of death were heart disease, cancer and a category of injuries that includes gun deaths and drug overdoses. — There were nearly 3.1 million deaths last year in the U.S., down from ... Flag as irrelevant
	Pittsburgh Post-Gazette New medications for early Alzheimer's draw praise, controversy Pittsburgh Post-Gazette For patients with the disease, IHS doctors administer lecanemab, and soon, donanemab, both approved by the Food & Drug Administration in the past year, but only lecanemab is now available. Donaemab, which ... Flag as irrelevant
	HealthDay US Deaths Declined 6% Last Year, as COVID-19 Slipped to 10th Leading Cause HealthDay Heart disease continues to be the deadliest condition, responsible for over 3 million deaths last year. A rise in drug overdose deaths has pushed "unintentional injuries" back up to the 3rd leading cause ... Flag as irrelevant
	Statesman Journal Oregon health officials expect measles outbreak to continue spreading Statesman Journal Falling vaccination rates are to blame for an ongoing measles outbreak across Oregon that is likely to continue spreading, health officials said during a Thursday news briefing. "We don't have enough vaccinated people to stop the transmission, ... Flag as irrelevant
	HealthDay Diabetes Run in Your Family? Diet, Exercise Can Still Prevent It HealthDay Genetic risk for type 2 diabetes can be overcome through a healthy lifestyle. Healthy diet and regular exercise reduced the risk of diabetes by 70% in a group with high genetic risk. Healthy lifestyle contributed to lower weight and better blood sugar ... Flag as irrelevant
	MedPage Today CDC: Kids' Routine Vaccinations Prevented Half a Billion Illnesses Since 1994 MedPage Today The measles vaccine alone prevented 13.2 million hospitalizations, and the diphtheria vaccine prevented nearly 753,000 deaths. The VFC program, established in 1994 in response to a measles resurgence from 1989 to 1991, "made a ... Flag as irrelevant
	Boston.com Boston wastewater reveals sharp spike in COVID-19 levels, public health officials say Boston.com "Respiratory viruses continue to be a serious concern, so we suggest that residents monitor their risk, follow recommended precautions and get the updated vaccinations when they are available," said Bisola Ojikutu, the executive director of the public ... Flag as irrelevant
	KGW.com 'Keeping children in school is an absolute priority': Oregon sees its largest measles outbreak since 2019 KGW.com OREGON, USA — On Thursday, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) noted that measles was essentially eliminated in 2000. However, nearly 9 percent of kindergarteners in the state are not vaccinated. Oregon is currently experiencing its largest measles ... Flag as irrelevant
	TribLIVE Infusion drugs to battle Alzheimer's disease give hope to Western Pa. patients TribLIVE "I feel 100% better when I'm done. I feel it when it is time to have another one," Lieb said. She was referring to infusion of the drug Leqembi she receives at Independence Health System's Westmoreland Hospital in Greensburg. Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian What do we know about 'alarming' mpox outbreak in Africa? The Guardian Many countries in Africa are experiencing more cases of mpox. The deadly virus is crossing national borders and there are fears it could cause a significant global outbreak. As world health leaders consider labelling this a public health emergency, ... Flag as irrelevant
	oregonlive.com Oregon measles outbreak grows to 25 cases in 3 counties oregonlive.com The outbreak is unusual, despite the highly contagious nature of the disease, in part because it is easily controlled through vaccination. But vaccination rates have declined in recent years, health officials say, leading to repeated outbreaks. Flag as irrelevant
	FiercePharma Bavarian Nordic scores $157M contract to replenish US supplies of smallpox/mpox vaccine Jynneos FiercePharma The Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) is handing Bavarian Nordic $156.8 million to "partly replenish" vaccine stocks in response to the 2022 outbreak of mpox, the disease formerly known as monkeypox. Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Renewed mpox threat finds public unprepared News-Medical.net It has been two years since the World Health Organization declared a global health emergency over an outbreak of mpox, a disease endemic to Africa that had spread to scores of countries. Now, in the summer of 2024, a deadlier version of the infectious ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Hindu Viral encephalitis death toll touches 73 in Gujarat The Hindu Gujarat is going through its worst outbreak of Chandipura virus and viral encephalitis, in which 73 people have died so far. The State has reported 162 cases of viral encephalitis, including 60 cases of Chandipura virus, since the outbreak began last ... Flag as irrelevant
	www.msn.com Retired and ready to invest in your health? How to pick the right workout - and save money. Morningstar.com By Morey Stettner. Being active doesn't have to be expensive. Retirees have more time to exercise. And they know they can live longer, healthier lives if they make it a habit. But that doesn't mean they'll use their time wisely-and shop smart-to ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Autism and ADHD linked to neighborhood Conditions News-Medical.net Autistic youth who were born in underserved neighborhoods are more likely to have greater attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms than those born in communities with more resources. This is one finding of a new study led by researchers ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Peel those apples: washing produce doesn't remove pesticides, study finds The Guardian A new scientific report lends weight to consumer concerns about pesticide residues on food, presenting fresh evidence that washing fruit before eating does not remove various toxic chemicals commonly used in agriculture. The paper, published on ... Flag as irrelevant
	Prevention.com What Is Cortisol Face? Dermatologists Weigh In on the TikTok Trend Prevention.com Doctors say that this isn't a medical condition. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below. TikTok is packed with commentary on beauty and health, and ... Flag as irrelevant
	Drug Delivery Business News Could a Nasal COVID-19 Vaccine Offer Differing Benefits to Subcutaneous Injections? Contagionlive.com A new phase 1 clinical trial will determine if vaccine candidate, MPV/S-2P, is safe for humans, and may potentially offer protection not seen before in the first-generation of COVID-19 vaccines. Flag as irrelevant
	UpNorthLive.com MDARD: Michigan's first 2024 case of EEE confirmed in Van Buren County horse UpNorthLive.com "While this is the first case of EEE detected this season, other mosquito-borne diseases have been discovered throughout Michigan, including one human case of West Nile virus," State Veterinarian Dr. Nora Wineland, DVM, MS, DACVPM said. Flag as irrelevant
	headtopics.com RSV immunization guidance not changing; AAP continues work on logistical hurdles American Academy of Pediatrics AAP experts are optimistic the use of nirsevimab (Beyfortus) to protect infants from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) will be smoother in the upcoming season, although some logistical hurdles remain. The AAP is continuing to work on the remaining ... Flag as irrelevant
	wgbh.org COVID spiked in Boston this summer. A bigger spike is probably on the way. wgbh.org COVID-19 levels in Boston's wastewater jumped 163% from May to July, according to data released Thursday by the Boston Public Health Commission. "What this is telling us is that transmission risk is high," said Dr. Bisola Ojikutu, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Business Standard WHO lists 30 pathogens likely to cause next pandemic, check the list here Business Standard 30 pathogens are likely to trigger the next global public health crisis, claims WHO. More than 200 scientists surveyed some 1,652 pathogen species to reduce it down to 30 priority pandemic triggers. Advertisement. WHO, World Health Organization. Flag as irrelevant
	WLWT Cincinnati COVID-19 infections rising again as students prepare to go back to school WLWT Cincinnati In recent weeks, health care workers said they are seeing a rise in COVID-19 infections. Tiffany Mattingly, chief engagement officer and vice president of clinical strategies for The Health Collaborative, said newer symptoms ... Flag as irrelevant
	UT Southwestern Study identifies weight-loss drug target in the brain UT Southwestern DALLAS – Aug. 08, 2024 – A team led by researchers from UT Southwestern Medical Center and a university in South Korea has identified a subset of brain cells whose activation may be partially responsible for the effects of a popular class of weight loss ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Providence Journal Have a cut or wound? Stay out of the ocean. Rhode Islander dies of bacteria found in saltwater The Providence Journal Vibrio bacteria live in saltwater and brackish water; infections are rare but can lead to amputations and death. Portrait of Jack Perry Jack Perry. Providence Journal. PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Department of Health is warning Rhode Islanders after ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Hindu Pune records 73 Zika virus cases, health department urges calm The Hindu As of Wednesday (August 7), 88 people have been admitted with the Zika virus infections in Maharashtra, a senior health official from the Integrated Disease Surveillance Program (IDSP) of the Public Health Department, Government of Maharashtra, said. Flag as irrelevant
	theconversation.com Many men diagnosed with prostate cancer experience poor mental health. We need to support them better theconversation.com The most significant increase in the use of medicines and health services for mental illness occurred around the time of prostate cancer diagnosis. Some 15% of men started on antidepressants or anti-anxiety medications at the time of their diagnosis, while ... Flag as irrelevant
	multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com PIPE-307 shows potential to repair myelin in MS mouse model multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com To date, no treatment has been proven to promote the repair of damaged myelin (a process called remyelination). In the brain and spinal cord, myelin is produced by specialized cells called oligodendrocytes, but ... Flag as irrelevant
	WBUR New science on menopause WBUR Hot flashes. Brain fog. Sleep problems. Millions of women go through menopause each year. But what's happening in the brain during this life transition? Guests. Lisa Mosconi, neuroscientist and director of the Women's Brain Initiative at Weill Cornell ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News Victorian health authorities confident they've ringfenced legionnaires' disease outbreak ABC News Victoria's chief health officer has confirmed that all cases in a current outbreak of legionnaires' disease in Melbourne are linked to one location — a cooling tower. There are now 107 confirmed cases of the bacterial infection. Flag as irrelevant
	Times of India 5 powerful food combinations to boost your brain health Times of India It emphasized the benefits of combining foods like spinach with lentils, milk with almonds, and turmeric with black pepper for cognitive improvement. Additionally, it discussed other pairings like eggs with vegetables and amla with honey for their brain- ... Flag as irrelevant

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