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	health Daily update ⋅ October 10, 2024
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	CNN Common heart conditions raise the risk of dementia, experts say CNN "Evidence shows, however, that adopting a healthy lifestyle and identifying and treating vascular risk factors early may help preserve normal brain function and reduce the burden of Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias," said Testai, who chaired ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Period pain policy reversed as school apologises BBC News A school which would not authorise sick days related to period pain unless parents provided "related medical information" has reversed its policy. Neale-Wade Academy in March, Cambridgeshire, said - after further consulting government guidance - it now ... Flag as irrelevant
	Fortune Why people always think they're right, according to science Fortune "Most people on average do this," study co-author Angus Fletcher, a professor of English at Ohio State University, tells Fortune. Just half the facts, ma'am. Flag as irrelevant
	Forbes Catching Up On Preventive Services Will Save Lives. Help Spread The Message. Forbes Everyone deserves access to the preventive care and screenings that are essential to leading a healthy life. by Anand Parekh, MD, MPH & Kate Berry, senior vice president, clinical innovation & strategic partnerships, at AHIP. Flag as irrelevant
	Livescience.com Toothbrushes and showerheads are teeming with viruses unknown to science, study shows Livescience.com Scientists identified more than 600 viruses in samples taken from bathrooms in the United States. The viruses infect bacteria — not people — and scientists say they may provide more benefits than causes for concern. When you purchase through links on ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP California reports two more likely avian flu infections in dairy workers CIDRAP The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) today announced two more presumptive H5 avian flu positives in dairy workers, which if confirmed by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), would raise the state's total to five over ... Flag as irrelevant
	Harvard Gazette Getting to the bottom of long COVID Harvard Gazette Researchers found people with wide-ranging long COVID symptoms were twice as likely to have SARS-CoV-2 proteins in their blood, compared to those without long COVID symptoms, according to a study out of Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women's Hospital. Flag as irrelevant
	Politico AI's gaining an edge on cancer Politico Artificial intelligence capable of diagnosing cancer is one of the most compelling health care use cases for the technology. Researchers are making promising strides toward that goal, writes National Institutes of Health Director Monica Bertagnolli in ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Hub at Johns Hopkins Common arm positions can substantially overestimate blood pressure readings, finds Johns Hopkins study The Hub at Johns Hopkins Researchers found that lap support overestimated systolic pressure (the top number in a BP reading) by nearly 4 mmHg, and an unsupported arm hanging at the side overestimated systolic pressure by nearly 7 mmHg. Flag as irrelevant
	New York Post COVID's Risk to Heart May Rival That of Heart Disease WebMD Oct. 9, 2024 -- New research shows that severe COVID-19 could be a major risk factor for heart attack and stroke — on par with diabetes or heart disease. The risk may last for three years after infection, according to researchers at the University of ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News More women under 40 are being diagnosed with breast cancer. Here are the possible reasons why CBS News Hallie Goldstein has a history of cysts, so when she noticed a breast lump while showering, she didn't think much of it. "I'll get it checked out but I ... Flag as irrelevant
	WTVM 'No parent should bury their child': 7-month-old dies from bacterial meningitis WTVM Christopher Santos ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress Scientists validate new lab test platform for blood biomarkers of Alzheimer's disease Medical Xpress The platform might improve clinicians' ability to capture the multifaceted nature of Alzheimer's pathology and streamline early disease diagnostics. The report is published in Molecular Neurodegeneration. "Alzheimer's disease should ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Last week's workout or restless night could impact your brain well into next week News-Medical.net In a recent study published in PLoS Biology, researchers performed neuroimaging to evaluate the impact of physiological, environmental, and behavioral factors on functional connectivity in the human brain. Background. External variables such as ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Study illuminates the origin and progression of bladder cancer News-Medical.net The researchers examined malignant and pre-malignant urothelial cells taken from the same set of patients at different disease stages. They used whole-genome sequencing and advanced computational methods to map common DNA mutations, complex structural ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medical News Today Toxic tau buildup tied to Alzheimer's prevented by dual-targeting drug Medical News Today Scientists have developed a new drug that targets two key regions of the tau protein, a major contributor to Alzheimer's disease. The drug, a peptide inhibitor called RI-AG03, successfully prevented the build-up of toxic tau proteins in both laboratory ... Flag as irrelevant
	Scientific American Whooping Cough Is Spreading Again after Years of Relative Quiet Scientific American Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is on the rise after a lull at the beginning of the COVID pandemic. By Meghan Bartels. A man coughing into his elbow. supersizer/Getty Images. The cacophony of coughs you'll hear in the coming months will be ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net New surgical stitches capable of generating electrical charge may accelerate wound healing News-Medical.net Complete sealing of the opened tissue is essential for healing and minimizing complications, particularly for incisional wounds caused by surgery or trauma. Suture fibers have historically been used to close wounds. While synthetic absorbable sutures cause ... Flag as irrelevant
	WABC-TV Schumer calls on feds to help combat mosquito-borne illnesses in the Hudson Valley WABC-TV ROCKLAND COUNTY, New York (WABC) -- Senator Charles Schumer is calling on the federal government to help New York battle mosquito-borne illnesses. Just last month, one person died from Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in Ulster County. Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Researchers uncover neuronal mechanisms of human odor perception News-Medical.net Individual nerve cells in the brain recognize odors and react specifically to the smell, the image and the written word of an object, for example a banana. The results of this study close a long-standing knowledge gap between animal and human odor research ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress History of COVID-19 found to double long-term risk of heart attack, stroke and death Medical Xpress "These findings reveal while it's an upper respiratory tract infection, COVID-19 has a variety of health implications and underscores that we should consider history of prior COVID-19 infection when formulating cardiovascular disease preventive plans and ... Flag as irrelevant
	American Heart Association Heart failure, atrial fibrillation & coronary heart disease linked to cognitive impairment American Heart Association "Managing heart health from an early age is important to prevent cardiovascular disease and cardiac events, protect brain health and reduce the risk of cognitive decline in later life." Testai added, "Dementia is ... Flag as irrelevant
	Globalnews.ca 1 dose of cancer-preventing HPV vaccine has same impact as 2: study Globalnews.ca Using one dose of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is as effective in preventing cervical cancer as two or three doses, new research suggests. A peer-reviewed study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) on Monday found that ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net New research offers hope for treating metabolic dysfunction-associated liver disease News-Medical.net MASLD and MASH are closely related to obesity, poor diet, and lack of exercise. These conditions lead to fat accumulation in the liver, which can cause inflammation and scarring. Over time, this can progress to fibrosis and cirrhosis, resulting in severe ... Flag as irrelevant
	healthsciences.arizona.edu Scientist hopes to cure Type 1 diabetes by disguising stem cells healthsciences.arizona.edu Dr. Hannah Pizzato, a scientist at the U of A Health Sciences Center for Advanced Molecular and Immunological Therapies, is working on a stem cell-based therapy for Type 1 diabetes. Image. A colony of stem cells in culture. Flag as irrelevant
	Hindustan Times Pune reports three fresh Zika virus cases Hindustan Times All three patients tested positive at private healthcare facilities, and reports from the National Institute of Virology (NIV), Pune, on October 8 confirmed the presence of the virus infection. After a significant decline in fresh Zika virus cases in ... Flag as irrelevant
	Globalnews.ca Texting trouble: Study finds distracted walkers at higher risk of road injury Globalnews.ca We hear a lot about the dangers of distracted driving, but what about distracted walking? New research from the University of British Columbia has confirmed what you might already suspect: it's risky. The study, published recently in the journal ... Flag as irrelevant
	Chanute Tribune Invisible scars: how breast cancer impacts mental health UNRIC.org Although significant advances in medical treatments have improved survival rates, the impact of a diagnosis extends beyond physical symptoms. It can profoundly affect a person's sense of identity, security, and well-being. That's why ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Scientists detect replication-competent Oropouche virus in semen of traveler, sparking transmission fears News-Medical.net OROV is primarily transmitted by biting midges, such as Culicoides paraensis and Culex quinquefasciatus mosquitoes. Symptomatic Oropouche fever resembles an influenza-like illness, with possible self-limiting meningitis or meningoencephalitis (inflammation ... Flag as irrelevant
	Health e-News A new phase of treatments for Alzheimer's Disease Health e-News New treatments for early Alzheimer's and mild cognitive impairment are in development at The Neuro. Now that amyloid-removing therapies have been approved, scientists set their sights on stopping beta-amyloid ... Flag as irrelevant
	New Scientist Your brain has individual neurons that respond to the smell of bananas New Scientist We already know that four key brain regions – the piriform cortex, amygdala, hippocampus and entorhinal cortex – are responsible for processing smells, but until now no one had ever explored the role of individual brain cells, or neurons. Flag as irrelevant
	camdencounty.com Rabid skunk confirmed in Gloucester Township camdencounty.com Twitter. (Gloucester Township, NJ) – The Camden County Health Department has been notified by the state Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) that ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress Scientists discover that special immune cells stop metastatic cancer Science Daily Date: October 7, 2024; Source: Albert Einstein College of Medicine; Summary: Researchers have discovered a natural immune mechanism in mice that stops escaped cancer cells from developing into tumors elsewhere in the body. Share:. Flag as irrelevant
	NPR In Good Health: Weight Loss Drugs And The Falling Obesity Rate NPR While the study doesn't pinpoint one sole reason for the change, the timing coincides with the rise of a new class of drugs targeting diabetes and weight loss, like Ozempic and Wegovy. As part ... Flag as irrelevant
	headtopics.com RSV Vaccine in Older Adults Reduces Risk for Infection, Hospitalization Pulmonology Advisor Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination was associated with a decrease in infection and hospitalization risks, although the decrease was not statistically significant, according to study results presented at the American College of Chest ... Flag as irrelevant
	Vermont Public Radio Vermont reports its first death from mosquito-borne EEE virus since 2012 Vermont Public Radio The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed that a Chittenden County man died from an infection with eastern equine encephalitis last month. An older man in Chittenden County died in September ... Flag as irrelevant
	Moneycontrol.com World Mental Health Day 2024: What to eat, and avoid, to keep your brain sharp Moneycontrol.com Diet tips: A healthy gut can improve your mood and brain function, while an unhealthy gut can lead to issues like depression and anxiety (Image: Canva). A healthy diet can significantly ... Flag as irrelevant
	Weill Cornell Medicine Newsroom Study Uncovers Mutations and DNA Structures Driving Bladder Cancer Weill Cornell Medicine Newsroom Artistic conceptualization of chromosomal DNA breakdown, extrachromosomal DNA and circular DNA. Circular DNA can drive resistance to therapy in bladder cancer. Credit: Ella Maru Studio, Inc. How bladder cancer originates and progresses has been ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Elevated blood glucose levels increase early-onset colorectal cancer risk News-Medical.net They found that elevated blood glucose levels were associated with an increased risk of CRC, with a 61% higher risk for EOCRC in the UK Biobank cohort, compared to a 14% increase for LOCRC. The ... Flag as irrelevant
	www.everydayhealth.com Viruses Found on Toothbrushes Are 'Unlike Anything Seen Before' www.unmc.edu Gizmodo Scientists have discovered over 600 different species of bacteria-hunting viruses living in our common bathroom items, though the microbes pose no harm to people. Some of the most diverse environments in the world can be found right in our ... Flag as irrelevant
	STAT 7 children developed blood cancer after Bluebird Bio gene therapy STAT Newly published data show that seven out of 67 children who received Bluebird Bio's gene therapy for a devastating neurological disorder in clinical trials have since gone on to develop blood cancers. That means four additional patients have developed ... Flag as irrelevant
	New Scientist Your toothbrush is teeming with hundreds of types of viruses New Scientist By sequencing the DNA from the swabbed samples, the researchers discovered more than 600 viruses known to infect bacteria, called bacteriophages. Most of the viruses, which aren't harmful to humans, came from the toothbrushes, and many hadn't been ... Flag as irrelevant
	Technology Networks Your Hot Sauce Expectations Affect How Spicy a Dip Tastes Technology Networks In the novel experiment, participants underwent a brain MRI scan while being sprayed with water and low- and high-intensity hot sauces. During the ordeal, the participants were shown images of chili peppers that alternated between a "neutral" grey, ... Flag as irrelevant
	the1a.org In Good Health: The obesity rate is falling. What do weight loss drugs have to do with it? the1a.org This picture shows Ozempic medication boxes, an injectable antidiabetic drug, in a pharmacy. SEBASTIEN BOZON/AFP via Getty Images. For the first ... Flag as irrelevant
	Inside Precision Medicine Blood Test Predicts Outcomes in Newly Diagnosed Metastatic Prostate Cancer Inside Precision Medicine A blood test that measures the number of circulating tumor cells (CTCs) at the time of metastatic prostate cancer diagnosis can predict treatment response, disease progression, and overall survival, regardless of subsequent therapies over time, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Technology Networks When Microplastics Cross the Placenta, They Remain in Neonatal Tissue Technology Networks Researchers at Rutgers Health discovered that micro- and nanoplastic particles can remain in the tissues of newborn rats, having crossed the placental barrier during pregnancy. The study raises concerns about the potential health impacts of these ... Flag as irrelevant
	Saga Magazine News Embracing Change: Helping you navigate the Menopause for a vibrant life Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Dr Nadia Hikary-Bhal - UroGynaecologist and Menopause Specialist; Dr Liza Thomas-Emrus - GP and Lifestyle Medicine Specialist; Dr Emma Marie Williams - Principal Clinical Psychologist. What to expect from attending:. Flag as irrelevant
	TIME Preterm birth test-and-treat strategy reduces neonatal morbidity, mortality www.healio.com Screening pregnancies without traditional risk factors for spontaneous preterm birth risk with a biomarker blood test and targeting preventive treatments for high-risk women reduced neonatal hospitalization, morbidity and mortality. Data from the AVERT ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca Cook County Leaders Stress Importance of Flu, COVID Vaccines This Fall cookcountypublichealth.org "As we enter another respiratory virus season, we need to take advantage of all the tools at our disposal to give ourselves the best chance of fighting these viruses," said Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle. Flag as irrelevant
	www.wolterskluwer.com GLP-1 medications and weight loss: Helping patients navigate beyond the trends www.wolterskluwer.com GLP-1 medications have become wildly popular to treat obesity. Professionals need to manage patient expectations, educate on safe usage, and use evidence-based resources to stay current with best practices. Flag as irrelevant

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