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AACR Cancer Progress Report: Big Strides and Big Gaps The AACR's 216-page report — an annual endeavor now in its 14th year — focused on the "tremendous" strides made in cancer care, prevention, and early detection and highlighted areas where more research and attention are warranted.
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New XEC COVID subvariant poses potential threat heading into winter. Doctors urge vaccinations XEC, which was first detected in Germany, is gaining traction in Western Europe, said Dr. Elizabeth Hudson, regional chief of infectious diseases at Kaiser Permanente Southern California. Like virtually all coronavirus strains that have ...
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A virus that could lead to paralysis in kids is on the rise. How worried should parents be? Enterovirus D68 is part of a group of more than 100 non-polio enteroviruses. Many people who contract these common viruses have no symptoms or have mild coldlike symptoms such as a runny nose.
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When should you get your fall shots for RSV, flu and COVID-19? The time is now, doctors say Cooler temperatures are expected in Iowa soon, and with it, another season of respiratory viral illnesses. The time for the cold-weather spread of COVID-19, influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is quickly approaching.
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Pertussis Rates Up Compared With Recent Years Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, typically begins with symptoms similar to those of the common cold, including runny nose, sneezing, mild fever, and cough, according to the CDC. However, babies with whooping cough may experience trouble breathing ...
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Measles cases rise as vaccine coverage lags With help from Sophie Gardner. Driving The Day. A dose of the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine is displayed. Measles outbreaks are increasing in the U.S. due to declining vaccination rates among children. | Elaine Thompson/AP. A NEW MEASLES NORMAL?
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3 Expert-Approved Walking Workouts "From a purely physiological standpoint, walking raises your heart rate and burns calories," David Kirsch, a celebrity trainer, told Health. "But it's also a great way to increase your mind-body connection, focus on your breath, spend time in nature, ...
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Most new recessive developmental disorder diagnoses lie within known genes, say scientists Scientists have conducted the largest and most diverse study to date on how recessive genetic changes contribute to developmental disorders. They found that most undiagnosed cases that are due to recessive causes are linked to genes we already know ...
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Nearly 40 percent of Gen Z men don't have a primary care provider Millennials and adult Gen Zers were more likely to take care of their mental health than members of Gen X and baby boomers. 2 min. 0. (Washington Post Illustration; iStock). By Hannah Docter-Loeb. September 23, 2024 at 5:30 a.m. EDT.
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Surprising reasons National Coffee Day is actually good for your health Recent studies have also shown that there are health benefits from regularly drinking moderate amounts of coffee. In addition to the energy boost from caffeine, coffee can help you manage weight, improve your mental health and prevent chronic illness and ...
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3 new studies show weight loss isn't all about diet and exercise Among the many things you'll learn as a weight loss patient at Health Utah, is why eating breakfast is important. Roberts explains that calories eaten in the morning are treated differently by the body than calories eaten at night.
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Defra extends bluetongue zones across South East A government spokesperson said: "Following reports of suspicion of clinical disease in sheep at premises in East Sussex and East Yorkshire the UK CVO [chief veterinary officer] has confirmed two new cases of BTV-3.".
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Americans can order free COVID-19 tests beginning this month Americans will be able to order up to four COVID-19 nasal swab tests delivered to their home free of charge starting later this month. ByThe Associated Press. September 22, 2024, 9:53 AM. 1:19 ...
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Triptans better at relieving migraine pain than recently marketed and more expensive drugs Migraine affects more than one billion people worldwide and is the leading cause of disability in girls and women aged 15 to 49 years. Regulatory bodies recommend non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines ...
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A dietitian's guide on what to eat during the peri- and menopausal years A higher protein diet will help to regulate insulin and glucose levels, and prevent cravings. While many of us believe we eat a Mediterranean diet, to truly follow this eating plan, we need ...
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Dietary antigens reduce small intestine cancer by boosting immune T-cells All mice consumed antigen-free diets (AFD) in specific-pathogen-free (SPF) settings for six weeks to study tumors. Ovalbumin (OVA) or bovine serum albumin (BSA) was incorporated into AFDs to determine how the addition of these food antigens may affect ...
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FDA approves first self-administered flu vaccine It can be administered by "the vaccine recipient or a caregiver who is 18 years of age or older." "Today's approval of the first influenza vaccine for self- or caregiver-administration ...
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Whooping cough cases are soaring. Can infecting people help test a better vaccine? This year's spike in cases marks a return to pre-pandemic levels of this infection, which is also called pertussis. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, whooping cough cases were trending upward in the ...
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HIV treatment gaps persist among KZN youth, despite overall decline in prevalence While there has been a decline in the overall prevalence of those living with HIV in KwaZulu-Natal, there are worrying gaps in treatment and prevention efforts, particularly among young people. According to the sixth South African national HIV ...
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Dengue sting returns: 722 cases in Chandigarh, Panchkula leads with 503 According to Dr Suman Singh, director health services, Chandigarh, the severity of the disease depends on the strain, and this year so far, mixed strains are being seen. Dengue and viral fever cases are surging steadily across the tricity, ...
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Cancer patients benefiting from hair-loss treatment Many cancer patients at Lincoln, Boston and Grantham hospitals are being offered scalp-cooling treatment, as a result of a United Lincolnshire Hospitals Charity appeal. Sharon Wilkinson, who is currently undergoing the process, ...
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Time to think about flu shots PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — As we head into fall, we are getting closer to flu season, which means it's time to start thinking about getting a flu shot. Those thoughts should also consider when the best time is to get your flu shot, according to Northern Light ...
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New guideline for polycystic ovary syndrome management clinical or biochemical hyperandrogenism;. ovulatory dysfunction or irregular cycles; and. polycystic ovarian appearance or morphology (PCOM) identified through ultrasound or anti-Müllerian hormone levels.
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Family impacted by sickle cell disease working to help other families impacted WMAR-2 News spoke to a family in Baltimore directly impacted by the disease. They are on a mission to help other families like themselves. Nikia Vaughan is the executive director for the Maryland Sickle ...
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XEC: what you need to know about the new COVID variant XEC is what's known as a "recombinant variant". Recombinants can occur naturally when a person is simultaneously infected with two different COVID variants. XEC is the product of a recombination (exchanged pieces of genetic ...
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A silent pandemic: Scientists warn of rising deadly fungal infection crisis Fungal infections lead to 3.8 million deaths each year · Fungi are challenging to treat because their structure is similar to animals than bacteria · There are only four classes of antifungal drugs and resistance to them is increasing.
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'It's Sickle Cell Awareness Month': 10-year-old sickle cell patient holds blood drive to raise awareness Bam was diagnosed with sickle cell disease during a newborn doctor's appointment. He sometimes suffers from "excruciating" pain and a lack of energy. To help with the symptoms, Bam is required to get a blood transfusion every month.
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PCOS symptoms and treatment: Include ghee, avocado, Brazil nuts in daily diet to feel better Waking up each day, you might feel a cloud of fatigue hanging over you, your skin lacking its usual glow, and your mood swinging unpredictably. For many women, these are the challenges of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal condition that ...
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5 things to know about sickle cell disease and how you can get help Under certain stressful conditions, the red blood cells of people with sickle cell disease become crescent-shaped. These "sickled" cells cause blood flow blockage in vessels, which causes both chronic and acute pain among other complications.
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Latest case of fatal bat disease found in Utah at Canyonlands National Park White-nose syndrome is tied to a fungus called Pseudogymnoascus destructans (Pd) and can prove fatal in bats. The disease has killed millions of bats across North America and Canada. There is no cure for ...
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Perceived Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy and Suicidality in Former Professional Football Players Findings This cross-sectional study found that approximately 34% of former professional ASF players reported perceived CTE. Perceived CTE was significantly associated with a number of health problems, and more men with perceived CTE reported suicidality ...
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Reducing Stress and Improving Health Inflammation, depression, heart disease and a weakened immune system have all been associated with long-term stress. Fortunately, there are ways to control stress. One of those is mindfulness meditation, which studies ...
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How Pregnancy Changes the Brain, and How Lizards Make DIY Scuba Gear A small blue sphere orbits a larger blue sphere on a purple and blue background,. Anaissa Ruiz Tejada/Scientific American. Play.
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How to tell if your child has iron deficiency Burnison now takes iron supplements to maintain her body's iron levels. Though she still struggles with bouts of fatigue and dizziness, she says she's able to maintain a more active lifestyle. Menstruating and pregnant women and ...
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Penny for your thoughts? Master copper regulator discovery may offer Alzheimer's clues Summary: A study using a tiny roundworm could pave the way for new treatments for neurodegenerative disorders. Researchers linked the worm gene swip-10 to copper regulation -- a vital element for brain health found in ...
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Meet the change-makers: Jordan Adams Jordan (right) and Cian Adams at the start of their challenge to run the length on Britain. I was just 15 when my mum, Geraldine, was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) ...
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Tablet use by young children is linked with more outbursts of anger and frustration For this reason, these devices can be highly engaging for young children. However, they offer few opportunities for children to develop important emotion regulation skills, including the ability to manage strong emotions like anger and frustration.
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