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'A Turning Point' in Heart Failure For decades, physicians had little to offer patients who have heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), which is a growing global health problem with a grim death rate in the 5 years after diagnosis. But that started to change in 2021, ...
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Texas measles outbreak climbs to 124 cases The Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) today reported 34 more measles cases in an outbreak centered in the South Plains area in the western part of the state, raising the total since late January to 124. boy with measles ...
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Testosterone replacement therapy is rising in popularity. What is it and what are there risks? TRT involves the use of anabolic steroids, a synthetic drug, to increase testosterone levels. It can be administered via injection, oral medication or topically with gels or patches. Testosterone is a hormone produced primarily ...
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Bird Flu Spread to Humans May Be a Few Mutations Away, but Overall Risk Is Low A growing bird flu outbreak has many people wondering whether another pandemic is looming. Millions of birds in U.S. poultry farms and some cattle herds have been affected, but the overall risk to humans remains low. Still, a number of human cases have ...
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Texas measles outbreak: Here's why it's not going away anytime soon What began in a tight-knit West Texas Mennonite community, has expanded to other under-vaccinated communities, including across state lines. Experts warn that communities with low immunization rates, such as these, are primed for measles' spread.
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As infant mortality rates rise, North Texas leaders work toward solutions In Texas, research has found that the highest infant death rate in the state is in Fort Worth zip code 76104. The city of Fort Worth, though, has rallied Tarrant County health leaders and non-profits in the search for solutions.
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Mediterranean Diet May Cut Risk for Obesity-Related Cancers The Mediterranean diet has been linked to a range of health benefits, including reduced risks of several cancers, but evidence on its association with obesity-related cancer risk and whether levels of excess body fat mediate that risk remain limited.
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Scientists have identified a new coronavirus in bats, but it's not a public health threat Scientists at the Wuhan Institute of Virology in China have discovered a new lineage of a coronavirus in bats that can enter human cells in a similar fashion as SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, according to a recently published study.
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Unknown Deadly Illness Strikes Eastern Congo Bats are thought to be natural reservoirs for Marburg and Ebola viruses, two hemorrhagic fevers that are the source of ongoing outbreaks in the region, and a bat virus appears to have been a precursor to the Covid-19 virus.
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Unvaccinated Child Dies of Measles in Texas, Officials Say A child has died of measles in West Texas, the first known death from an outbreak of the disease that is spreading in the state and in neighboring New Mexico, officials said on Wednesday. Health officials in Lubbock and the Texas Department of State ...
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Did an Alzheimer's drug give Sue and Ken Bell more time? Maybe. Both drugs clear the brain of a substance called beta-amyloid, which forms the sticky plaques associated with Alzheimer's. Studies show they can slow down the underlying disease process that ultimately leads to the death of brain cells.
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Top Diet Linked to Lower Risk of Multiple Cancers Risks for colorectal, liver, and kidney cancers were significantly reduced in people with medium or high adherence to the top-ranked diet. Obesity-related cancer risk reduction was even greater among current and former ...
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Bird flu: Where we are now and what to know about prevention Bird flu is a disease caused by avian influenza A viruses that primarily affect birds. Though uncommon, these viruses can spread to humans, leading to serious illness and, in some instances, death. Certain ...
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Measles cases continue to rise in rural parts of Texas, with 124 confirmed BROWNFIELD, Texas (AP ...
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Texas measles outbreak grows to 124 cases, mostly among unvaccinated Almost all of the cases are in unvaccinated individuals or individuals whose vaccination status is unknown, and 18 people have been hospitalized so far, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). Five cases included those who have ...
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Eating an orange a day could lower depression risk by 20%, study finds The study found that citrus stimulates the growth of a bacteria found in the gut that influences the production of two brain chemicals known to elevate mood, serotonin and dopamine. Citrus fruits may lower depression ...
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Oregon's flu season one of the worst in the past decade In Oregon, the flu season started out normally. Transmission appeared to peak, as it often does, in late December. Public health officials use the percentage of flu tests ordered by hospitals and doctors that ...
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State reports West Texas measles outbreak cases now at 124 The outbreak originated in Gaines County, a small West Texas county, in January. A health alert was issued by the Texas Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on Jan. 23. Two school-age children tested positive and were hospitalized and discharged ...
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How many Texas ER visits are related to flu, RSV? Within both Travis and Williamson counties, their ERs are reporting very low COVID-19 and RSV-related visits, while flu visits have dropped into the moderate level, CDC data determined. Both counties' wastewater viral activities levels were as follows:.
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Grail goes 'Grey's': Actor Kate Walsh joins awareness campaign for multi-cancer early detection testing Blood test maker Grail has recruited 'Grey's Anatomy' star Kate Walsh to join a campaign focused on encouraging Gen Xers to get tested for cancer as early as possible. "Generation Possible" is an unbranded push for multi-cancer early detection (MCED) ...
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Two clusters of unknown illness kill 50 in Democratic Republic of Congo The larger outbreak, reported on 13 February from Bomate village in Equateur's Basankusu health zone, has killed 45 people out of 419 cases. Almost half died within 48 hours of falling ill, the WHO said, with symptoms including fever, pain, vomiting and ...
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Erie County's flu cases set record for second straight week. First flu death reported February's massive influenza surge has broken records, filled Erie emergency departments, and kept primary care physicians busy diagnosing and treating patients. Erie County set a record with 1,087 reported cases for the week ending Feb.
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Dramatic measles outbreaks worry health officials There have been 95 measles cases reported in Canada so far this year — with Quebec, Ontario and Manitoba reporting new cases in the last week, says Canada's chief public health officer. That's in contrast to 147 cases for all of last year.
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Over 50 deaths linked to 'unknown disease' in Congo The World Health Organization has reported that there is a deadly "unknown disease" spreading in one region within the Democratic Republic of Congo. Local health officials in Congo are partnering with the World Health Organization to investigate.
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Young women suffering menopause symptoms in silence, study reveals More than half of women ages 30 to 35 are already suffering moderate to severe symptoms associated with menopause, yet most women are waiting decades before seeking treatment, new research from UVA Health and the Flo women's health app reveals.
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Tool to predict best diabetes drug for each patient could help millions – study A new "personalised" online tool that predicts the most effective medication for individual patients with type 2 diabetes could benefit millions of people with the condition, researchers have suggested. It comes as a study found that fewer than one in ...
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5 tips to determine how tech can support your physicians Technology offers promise for those looking to solve logistical problems in medicine, improve EHR usability and support physicians and other health professionals by enabling their ability to care for patients. Changing technology is a process that includes ...
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Michigan reports 3rd pediatric flu death this month The death of a third Michigan child has been linked to influenza. State health officials confirmed an additional pediatric death Tuesday, Feb. 25. The child was infected with influenza A, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human ...
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Europe health report flags concerns about child wellbeing According to the report, one in five adolescents in the European region is grappling with a mental health condition, while 15% of adolescents report they have experienced cyberbullying. Suicide is the ...
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Childhood trauma increases incidence of heart disease in Black women, study finds New research from Emory University indicates that childhood trauma physically alters the hearts of Black women. The study, which examined the relationship between childhood exposure to trauma and vascular dysfunction among more than 400 Black adults in ...
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Do women and men feel pain differently? The word "hysteria" is used today to describe the expression of out-of-control emotions, but it was originally coined in the fifth century B.C. by Hippocrates, the Greek physician and philosopher. He believed that a woman who exhibited signs of extreme ...
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AI tool detects epilepsy causes that doctors miss Scientists from King's College London and University College London developed the MELD Graph, which helps detect brain abnormalities known as focal cortical dysplasia (FCD), which can cause epilepsy. Researchers say the tool will speed ...
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Zydus launches vaccine for new strain of influenza virus "The company is introducing country's first flu protection quadrivalent influenza virus vaccine as per WHO recommended composition," the Ahmedabad-based drug major said in a statement.
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A Common Virus Has Been Linked to Alzheimer's Disease Researchers from the University of Arizona have uncovered a potential connection between Alzheimer's disease (AD)—a neurodegenerative disorder that robs people of memory and cognition, usually in older age—and a chronic gut infection that's caused by ...
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Cairns melioidosis survivor calls for more awareness of disease as cases rise In the past week, the total number of cases for melioidosis in Far North Queensland reached record-breaking levels. There have been 87 reported cases in the Cairns and Townsville regions since the start of the year, and 12 people have died.
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Genetic study challenges understanding of cancer predisposition Despite what was previously thought, new research has shown that genetic changes alone cannot explain why and where tumors grow in those with the genetic condition neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF-1). Understanding more about the factors involved could, ...
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Nigeria: MSF and Sokoto state launch vaccination campaign to reduce deadly diseases The campaign aims to immunize children under five years old using a measles vaccine and the Penta-5 vaccine, which protects against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis B, whooping cough and haemophilus influenzae type b. MSF ...
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Single-Session Interventions Significantly Reduce Mental Health Issues for Youth and Adults Jessica Schleider, PhD, associate professor of Medical Social Sciences in the Divisions of Intervention Science and Implementation Science, was the lead and corresponding author of the study published in the Annual Review of Clinical Psychology.
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Physical Activity May Help Colorectal Cancer Survivors Live as Long as Those in General Population Current health guidelines recommend 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise each week, translating to approximately 8 metabolic equivalent hours per week. Study Methods and Results. In the study, investigators compared the data of two ...
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Unknown illness kills more than 50 in north-west DRC As of 16 February there have been 431 cases and 53 deaths in two outbreaks across remote villages in Équateur province, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a bulletin. " ...
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Herpesviruses may contribute to Alzheimer's disease via transposable elements Researchers from Cleveland Clinic's Genome Center have outlined the pathway human herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV1) can use to contribute to Alzheimer's disease in aging brains. In a report published in Alzheimer's & Dementia, investigators also share two ...
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Top Ways to Prevent Cold and Flu and Stay Healthy In the thick of cold and flu season, it's important to take steps to protect yourself and those around you. While it's impossible to avoid germs entirely, there are simple and effective ways to reduce your risk of getting sick.
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Routine psychological screening can improve maternal cardiovascular health Perinatal psychological health conditions such as depression and anxiety are among the leading causes of maternal mortality in the U.S. and are associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes and long-term cardiovascular outcomes. Psychological health, often ...
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Screening & treating maternal psychological health key to improving cardiovascular health It is essential for health care professionals to routinely screen pregnant and postpartum women for depression and anxiety, address modifiable risk factors and consider behavioral and pharmacological interventions to improve long-term maternal health ...
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Understanding age-related macular degeneration (AMD) 2. Wet AMD (also called neovascular AMD) is less common, usually causing sudden vision loss due to the growth of abnormal blood vessels in the back of the eye. Any stage of dry AMD can turn into wet AMD.
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CDC Reports Nearly 24% Decline in US Drug Overdose Deaths "It is unprecedented to see predicted overdose deaths drop by more than 27,000 over a single year," said Allison Arwady, MD, MPH, Director of CDC's National Center for Injury Prevention and Control. "That's more than 70 lives saved every day.
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Mystery Disease In Congo Kills More Than 50 People, WHO On Alert The outbreak began on 21 January and 419 cases have been recorded including 53 deaths. A mysterious illness has emerged in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), sparking serious concerns ...
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Burks and Keet Publish Editorial on Oral Immunotherapy for High Threshold Peanut Allergy Wesley Burks, MD, CEO of UNC Health and dean of the UNC School of Medicine, professor of pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Allergy/Immunology, Department of Pediatrics and Corinne A. Keet, MD, PhD, professor of pediatrics, Division of Pediatric ...
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