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Missouri Bird Flu Case Raises Prospect of Human Transmission A close contact of someone with bird flu became ill on the same day, the C.D.C. reported. But the second person was not tested, and the cause of the illness is unknown.
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WHO Authorizes Mpox Vaccine, Clearing Way for Use in Africa The vaccine, made by the Danish company Bavarian Nordic, has been approved by the regulatory authorities in Europe as well as the United States and other high-income countries since a global mpox outbreak in 2022.
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'Scientific powerhouse': Pitt researcher wins national award for work in exercise oncology More than two decades ago, when Kathryn Schmitz was looking to start studying exercise in cancer patients, she asked a group of colorectal cancer surgeons for permission to recruit their patients into an experiment.
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COVID rapidly aged our teens' brains. Here's how we fix them This week, a new study found the pandemic may also have changed the teenage brain structurally—most dramatically affecting teen girls as compared to teen boys. Related Video. The ...
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US COVID activity remains elevated, though some markers decline COVID-19 activity stayed elevated across the United States last week, with wastewater SARS-CoV-2 detections highest in the West, where levels are trending upward again, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said today in its latest ...
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The Bird Flu Outbreak Takes a Mysterious Turn This year in the United States, 14 people have tested positive for avian influenza, or bird flu. Nine of those became infected after coming into contact with poultry, and four got the virus from exposure to dairy cows. The source of the remaining, ...
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Damage to the Gut Mucosa May Almost Double Parkinson's Risk Most people with ulcers and other gastrointestinal symptoms never develop neurological problems. But some 80 percent of people with Parkinson's disease have GI problems, such as acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, and constipation, ...
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Who is more likely to lose weight on tirzepatide and why? Tirzepatide, a once-weekly GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist, is a medicine used for weight reduction in adults with obesity. A new analysis of the SURMOUNT clinical trials reveals that the medicine, administered as a once-weekly injection, leads to ...
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Real-world data reveals factors associated with long-term weight loss in obesity A Cleveland Clinic study identified key factors that can impact the long-term weight loss of patients with obesity who were prescribed injectable semaglutide or liraglutide for the treatment of type 2 diabetes or obesity. The study was published in ...
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Bat found in North Texas tests positive for rabies PLANO, Texas — The City of Plano announced Friday that a bat has tested positive for rabies, which is a viral disease in warm-blooded animals that can be contracted through bites from infected animals. According to a news release from the city, ...
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Melanoma incidence and mortality may eventually decrease among the entire Swedish population A recent JAMA Dermatology study assesses the incidence of melanoma and mortality trends among younger patients. The global incidence of melanoma. A steady and well-documented rise in the incidence of melanoma has been documented since the 1960s ...
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Ontario has seen its first rabies infection in 50 years. Here's what you need to know about the infection "Rabies hasn't changed, we've just had no fortunate infection with it," said one doctor. CBC News · Posted: Sep 14, 2024 2:00 AM PDT | Last Updated: in less than a minute. Brant County Health Unit building. A resident of Brantford-Brant is currently ...
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Study reveals how SARS-CoV-2 triggers diabetes by destroying pancreatic cells Researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine have used a cutting-edge model system to uncover the mechanism by which SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, induces new cases of diabetes, and worsens complications in people who already have it.
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Women will now be informed of their breast density in mammogram reports. Here's why that matters This assessment matters because fibrous and glandular tissue is harder to see through –– to detect abnormal growths such as tumors –– on a mammogram compared to fat tissue. It's why a patient with dense breasts may ...
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Scientists Discover Potential Cause of an Enigmatic Vascular Disease Primarily Impacting Women Mount Sinai researchers have identified a key driver of a blood vessel disorder known as fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) which affects up to five percent of the adult population and can lead to high blood pressure, heart attack, or stroke.
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| Obesity Rates Exceed 35% in Nearly Half of US States Sept. 13, 2024 – Obesity remains a significant health issue in the United States, even as weight loss drugs are getting more popular, according to new data from the CDC. On Thursday, the CDC reported that in 23 states, at least 35% of adults are now ...
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How many people have A-Fib? Three times more than we thought Atrial fibrillation, a rapid, irregular heartbeat that can lead to stroke or sudden death, is three times more common than previously thought, affecting nearly 5 percent of the population, or 10.5 million U.S. adults, according to new estimates from UC ...
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The importance of early sickle cell screening Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic blood disorder that affects millions of people worldwide, disproportionately impacting African Americans and other ethnic groups. While advances in treatment have improved the quality of life for many, ...
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Study sheds light on potential demand for psilocybin-assisted therapy for depression in the US In the wake of mounting evidence for the efficacy of psychedelic-assisted therapies, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is considering approving psilocybin, the active ingredient in "magic mushrooms," for treating depression in the near future ...
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Wegovy beats rival drug in comparative weight loss trial For nearly 3,400 patients with obesity, the average weight loss achieved with semaglutide (Wegovy and Ozempic) was more than twice that achieved with liraglutide (Saxenda and Victoza). Cleveland Clinic researchers investigated the weight outcomes of ...
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Updated Guidance for COVID-19 Boosters for the Fall and Winter 2024–2025 Season Tallahassee, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health (Department) is reminding health care providers of the importance of remaining up to date with current literature related to COVID-19 vaccines and boosters, and the importance of providing patients with ...
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No, Your Cell Phone Won't Give you Cancer In fact, Lui says that it's rare for patients to ask about any link between brain cancers and wireless technology like cell phones and Wi-Fi. "Oftentimes, when they are diagnosed with a primary ...
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Study highlights importance of good sleep habits in adults with overweight, obesity New research identifies negative metabolic effects for people who are overweight and ignore their body's signals to sleep at night. To complete the study, the research team recruited 30 people with a BMI over 25 and collected saliva samples to ...
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National survey reveals vaccine hesitancy ahead of flu and COVID-19 season With flu season just around the corner and COVID-19 cases on the rise, a new nationwide survey from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center reveals hesitancy around vaccines this fall. The new data comes just as this year's flu shot rolls out ...
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New blood test achieves 98% accuracy in diagnosing ALS A highly accurate diagnostic blood test has been developed for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a progressive neurodegenerative disease that effects neurons in the brain and spinal cord. ALS leads to gradual paralysis, ultimately resulting in the ...
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Neuropsychiatric Symptoms Worsen 2 to 3 Years After COVID-19 Hospitalization Although ample evidence has demonstrated that acute SARSâ€'CoVâ€'2 infection is associated with adverse neuropsychiatric symptoms, there is relatively little long-term data on cognitive and psychiatric symptoms that emerge or persist more than 1 year after ...
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State health officials announce 11th human case of West Nile virus and EEE risk level change Although the person's recent travel outside of Massachusetts means the exact location of exposure is uncertain, there is a possibility he could have been exposed within the Greater Boston area, which is already known to be at high risk for WNV.
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Psychological Illness, CVD Risk Increased for Relatives, Spouses of Cancer Patients HealthDay News — Cancer diagnosis is associated with an increased risk for psychological illness and cardiovascular disease among first-degree relatives and spouses of patients, according to a study published online Sept. 9 in Cancer.
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'She left behind two beautiful children': Corkman warns of sepsis risk after sister's death A Corkman whose sister died from sepsis is calling for better supports for survivors of this dangerous condition as the HSE warns that sepsis can hide behind any infection. James Corcoran's sister Tracey was just 37 years old when she passed away in ...
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Gastrointestinal problems could heighten Parkinson's disease risk by 76 per cent, study finds Analysing endoscopy reports of 9,350 patients, the authors found that people having upper gastrointestinal conditions -- specifically, ulcers or other types of damage to the lining of the oesophagus, stomach, or upper part of the small intestine -- were ...
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'Dear men, you are making it easier for me to kill you' — prostate cancer's personal note on its meteoric rise Prostate cancer (PCa) is a major public health issue among the male population worldwide. It is the most widely diagnosed cancer in the world and third-most diagnosed cancer in India as per the American Cancer Society and the Indian Council of Medical ...
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UPMC Hillman and Pitt Exercise Oncologist Receives Prestigious Presidential Award Schmitz is a nationally and internationally known scientist in exercise oncology. In her more than 25-year career, her evidence-based research on the value and implementation of physical activity programs as part of cancer treatment plans has helped to ...
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Blood Pressure Readings at Your Fingertips Soon, you will be able to take your blood pressure at home using only your smartphone, thanks to Vibro, an app from Billion Labs, a spinoff company founded by electrical engineers at the University of California San Diego. Vibro, designed by Edward ...
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Travel Could Help Prevent Premature Aging, According To New Study A recent study has found that traveling might do more than just broaden your horizons—it could actually help slow down the aging process. That's right, going on vacation might have health benefits, according to new research.
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New study suggests environmental chemicals can trigger early puberty in girls Little girls in playground. A worrying trend of girls starting puberty earlier is raising questions about whether chemical exposures play a role. Now a ...
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Unspoken Symptoms: Exploring the Oral Manifestations of Rheumatic Diseases Rheumatic diseases include a range of disorders commonly marked by joint pain and inflammation. While these conditions often have systemic effects, oral symptoms — such as swollen gums, jaw pain, and dry mouth — frequently emerge before more pronounced ...
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Rubio to Biden: Planning Needed to Avoid Oropouche Outbreak Oropouche virus is a disease spread to humans by mosquitoes and biting midges that can cause neurological effects and devastating effects on unborn babies. Recent surveillance data reports approximately 40 travel-associated cases of oropouche, ...
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Ozempic or Saxenda for Weight Loss: Which Works Best? By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter. HealthDay. FRIDAY, Sept. 13, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Ozempic and its weight-loss cousin, Wegovy, outperform another longstanding weight-loss drug that targets the same hormone associated with blood sugar and ...
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