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	health Daily update ⋅ February 4, 2025
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	BBC News 'Exciting' cancer vaccine offers hope for patients BBC News A cancer patient who has become the first person in Wales to trial a new type of vaccine says she "can't believe how lucky" she is to be part of the research study. Lesley Jenkins said she had "no symptoms and no idea" when she found out she had stage ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP Uganda launches Ebola Sudan vaccine trial; sequencing shows no link to 2022 outbreak CIDRAP Uganda's health ministry, with support from the World Health Organization (WHO) and its partners, today launched a vaccine trial against the Ebola Sudan virus, the first to assess the clinical efficacy of a vaccine specific to the Ebola Sudan virus. Flag as irrelevant
	Los Angeles Times An 'Epidemiologic Nightmare': Microplastics and GI Health Medscape I'm Dr David Johnson, professor of medicine and chief of gastroenterology at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia. Plastics are a ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Atlantic ADHD's Sobering Life-Expectancy Numbers The Atlantic Being this way was exhausting, but that was just who I was, or so I thought. My diagnosis reframed these quirks as symptoms of illness—importantly, ones that could be managed. Treatment corralled my racing thoughts in a way that I'd never before ... Flag as irrelevant
	Scientific American How Bad Are COVID, Flu and RSV This Winter? Scientific American The Northern Hemisphere's respiratory illness season, which typically runs from October to May, is in full swing. Flu hospitalizations appear to have declined from an initial peak in January, but they remain high, and cases ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News Uganda begins Ebola vaccine trial after new outbreak kills a nurse and infects 2 other people ABC News KAMPALA, Uganda -- Ugandan authorities on Monday began a clinical trial of a vaccine against the Sudan strain of Ebola that has killed one person in the outbreak declared last week. Health workers and others exposed to the Ebola strain are being ... Flag as irrelevant
	Pharmacy Times People Who Achieve REM Sleep Later Might Be Experiencing Early Symptom of Alzheimer Disease Pharmacy Times Health care professionals, particularly pharmacists, can recommend that patients take over-the-counter supplements, such as melatonin, to facilitate REM sleep. Advertisement. Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress A more effective treatment for aggressive breast cancer: Two inhibitor drugs show potential Medical Xpress Houston Methodist and a team of researchers from across the country examined the biology of metaplastic breast cancer, comparing it to non-metaplastic triple negative breast cancer. They discovered metaplastic breast cancers typically exhibit two unique ... Flag as irrelevant
	BU Today Surgeon General Urges Updating Health Warning Labels on Alcohol Products to Reflect Cancer Risk BU Today It contributes to almost 100,000 cancer cases and nearly 20,000 deaths every year. Drinking alcohol increases the risk for at least seven types of cancers, most notably breast, colon and rectum, esophagus, larynx, liver ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP TB cases linked to high schools in Michigan, California CIDRAP Health officials in Michigan's Kalamazoo County are investigating an active tuberculosis (TB) case in a local high school student, and San Diego officials are warning of possible TB exposure at a high school last year, according to a press release ... Flag as irrelevant
	Pharmacy Times Flu, RSV, COVID-19, and More: Updates on the 2025 Respiratory Virus Landscape Pharmacy Times In addition, recent reports of a tuberculosis (TB) outbreak and the lingering uncertainties around H5N1 avian influenza highlight the importance of staying informed on emerging public health concerns. 1. Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Uganda begins Ebola vaccine trial after new outbreak BBC News Uganda has launched a trial of a vaccine against the Sudan strain of the Ebola virus, following an outbreak in the country with three confirmed cases. The first patient, a 32-year-old male nurse, died last week. On Monday, the initial participant in ... Flag as irrelevant
	MD Magazine Propranolol Linked to Lower Ischemic Stroke Risk in Females with Migraine MD Magazine The preliminary findings will be presented at the American Stroke Association International Stroke Conference 2025 in Los Angeles from February 5 – 7, 2025. "Migraine is an often-ignored risk factor for cardiovascular issues. Flag as irrelevant
	Hindustan Times World Cancer Day: A Call to Action Pharmacy Times World Cancer Day, observed annually on February 4th, is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness, reducing stigma, and promoting equitable access to cancer care, with pharmacy professionals playing a vital role in prevention, treatment, and support ... Flag as irrelevant
	Fortune The aspirin mistake: 29 million take it daily, not realizing costs outweigh benefits Fortune Nearly half of survey respondents (48%) incorrectly said that the benefits of taking low-dose aspirin daily to lower one's odds of having a stroke or heart attack outweigh the risks, according to a report published Feb. 3, 2025, by the Annenberg Public ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Dogs Sit and Stay to Get Vaccinated Against Parvovirus at San Francisco Free Clinic U.S. News & World Report SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Dogs lined up on a San Francisco street Monday for free vaccines to combat an outbreak of a highly contagious illness that can be fatal for some canines if not treated. Flag as irrelevant
	Science News Plastic shards permeate human brains Science News Our brains are increasingly plastic. Minuscule shards and flakes of polymers are surprisingly abundant in brain tissue, a study of postmortem brains shows. This appraisal of microplastics and nanoplastics, published February 3 in Nature Medicine, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Reuters Uganda starts clinical trial of vaccine for Sudan strain of Ebola Reuters KAMPALA, Feb 3 (Reuters) - Uganda has begun a trial vaccination programme for the strain of Ebola viral infection that is behind the country's latest outbreak, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), while the number of confirmed cases has ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBC Chicago Several hundred ducks found dead from suspected bird flu along Lake Michigan NBC Chicago Officials suspect that highly contagious bird flu is the cause of the illnesses found in the mergansers, a species of diving duck that winters in the Great Lakes region. By Kade Heather and Chicago Sun-Times Wire • Published 6 mins ago • Updated 5 mins ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBC Chicago Symptoms of flu, COVID, RSV: What to know as Illinois sees 'notable increase' in viruses NBC Chicago Hospital visits in Illinois due to flu are "quite high," with COVID and RSV also circulating. But what are the symptoms of each? By NBC Chicago Staff and The Associated Press • Published 18 mins ago • Updated 16 mins ago. Flag as irrelevant
	World Health Organization Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) World Health Organization Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is one of the most common causes of acute lower respiratory infections in children globally, as well as causing substantial burden of severe respiratory disease among elderly persons. Each year RSV causes over 3.6 ... Flag as irrelevant
	NBC Chicago Experts reveal why so many dead birds are washing up on Lake Michigan's shore NBC Chicago According to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, conservation officers received reports over the weekend of "ducks, red-breasted mergansers, and Canada geese washing ashore". By NBC Chicago Staff and Kate Chappell • Published 3 hours ago ... Flag as irrelevant
	WXII The Triad On this World Cancer Day, why one expert says early detection could save your life WXII The Triad Dr. Garrett Sherwood is a lung cancer specialist at Novant Health Cancer Institute at Forsyth Medical Center. "We as a healthcare community and a network want to destigmatize cancer. Cancer is common. It can ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Vineyard Gazette - Martha's Vineyard News Islanders on High Alert for Avian Flu The Vineyard Gazette - Martha's Vineyard News The bird flu, called highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), has been recurring in Massachusetts since 2022 and state officials last week said the disease appears to be widespread, killing both wild and domestic birds in several mainland municipalities. Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net One gram of omega-3 per day may slow down the rate of biological aging News-Medical.net The DO-HEALTH trial was a multicenter randomized controlled trial designed to support healthy longevity. Its primary aim was to investigate the effect of vitamin D and omega-3 supplementation and exercise, either individually or in combination, over three ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D slow biological aging in older adults News-Medical.net These results inspired us to measure the direct influence of these three therapies on the biological aging process in the Swiss DO-HEALTH participants." Bischoff-Ferrari, professor of geriatrics and geriatric medicine, University ... Flag as irrelevant
	WIFR Flu cases, respiratory virus numbers shoot up in Illinois WIFR (WIFR) - The Illinois ... Flag as irrelevant
	WKRN News 2 Kindergarten vaccination rates on the decline in Tennessee WKRN News 2 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Health experts report fewer children are receiving vaccinations, leading to a significant increase in illnesses and even deaths from diseases that were once nearly eliminated in the U.S.. Dr. Jewel Mullen, the Associate Dean ... Flag as irrelevant
	Temerty Faculty of Medicine Ultraprocessed Foods Linked to Preschooler Obesity Risk WebMD Feb. 3, 2025 – During the two quick years when a child is considered a preschooler, a diet high in ultraprocessed foods may put them at risk of developing overweight or obesity by the time they start kindergarten. Three-year-olds in Canada who ate more ... Flag as irrelevant
	Tufts Now Let's Talk About Irritable Bowel Syndrome Tufts Now A gastroenterologist wants IBS patients to know what they experience is very real. by. Emily Brognano. January 27, 2025. Tags: Health , School of Medicine. Share Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Email. Bowel movements, bloating, and other digestive issues may ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Prescription trends for obesity medications surge, tied to growing interest in GLP-1 drugs News-Medical.net Obesity is a chronic metabolic disease that increases the risk of several other diseases, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, liver disease, and certain cancer types. A body mass index ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Vaping clinic for children begins seeing patients BBC News The vaping cessation service in Liverpool was formed at Alder Hey Children's Hospital in November and has starting treating children aged between 11 and 16. Alder Hey NHS Foundation Trust said the clinic would "work closely" ... Flag as irrelevant
	YubaNet How Cervical Cancer Screening with HPV Testing Is Saving Lives YubaNet Today, the American Cancer Society reports that the death rate has been more than halved thanks to early detection of cervical cancer and its precancerous condition along with the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. However, ... Flag as irrelevant
	AustinTexas.gov APH & ATCEMS Raising Awareness of Heart Disease and Cardiac Arrest During American Heart Month AustinTexas.gov African Americans are disproportionately affected by heart disease, suffering the highest mortality rate. The prevalence of heart disease in Travis County has been on the rise over recent years. Adults of all race and ethnicity ... Flag as irrelevant
	Times of India World Cancer Day 2025: 5 Indian spices with anti-cancer properties Times of India World Cancer Day on February 4 aims to raise awareness and encourage preventive measures. Highlighting the significant role of lifestyle and dietary choices, the article details five Indian spices—turmeric, cayenne pepper, ginger, cinnamon, and garlic—that ... Flag as irrelevant
	WLWT Cincinnati Ohio among states seeing 'very high' flu activity. What to know WLWT Cincinnati According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Ohio Department of Health, the state is experiencing "very high" flu activity. Current data on the ODH website shows southwest Ohio saw 65 recent hospitalizations, while central Ohio saw ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Lung cancer diagnoses on the rise among never-smokers worldwide The Guardian The proportion of people being diagnosed with lung cancer who have never smoked is increasing, with air pollution an "important factor", the World Health Organization's cancer agency has said. Lung cancer in people who have never smoked cigarettes or ... Flag as irrelevant
	Wake County Government Wake County shows love for heart health this February Wake County Government "Heart disease affects millions, but small lifestyle changes can make a big difference," said Wake County Board of Commissioners Vice Chair Don Mial. "Whether you join a heart-healthy walk, learn CPR ... Flag as irrelevant
	seattlepi.com Flossing Linked to Lower Risk for Ischemic, Cardioembolic Stroke, A-Fib Clinical Advisor HealthDay News — Dental flossing is associated with a lower risk for ischemic and cardioembolic stroke and atrial fibrillation (AF), according to a study presented at the annual American Stroke Association International Stroke Conference, held from Feb ... Flag as irrelevant
	The New Indian Express Air pollution leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers: Study The New Indian Express The study, published in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine journal on World Cancer Day on Tuesday, said that lung cancer in people who have never smoked cigarettes or tobacco is now estimated to be the fifth highest cause of cancer deaths worldwide. Flag as irrelevant
	Newsweek Levofloxacin Protects TB Contacts in Meta-Analysis but not RCTs Contagionlive.com An extended course of daily levofloxacin was found effective in preventing household contacts of persons with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (TB) from developing the disease, in a meta-analysis of a controlled trial with adults and another with ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net At-home urine test shows high accuracy for prostate cancer screening News-Medical.net The test is highly accurate for ruling out the presence of clinically significant prostate cancers - those that merit treatment - so that patients with a negative test result can confidently avoid having to undergo MRI or biopsy. Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Levels of microplastics in human brains may be rapidly rising, study suggests The Guardian It found a rising trend in micro- and nanoplastics in brain tissue from dozens of postmortems carried out between 1997 and 2024. The researchers also found the tiny particles in liver and kidney samples. Flag as irrelevant
	The Brighter Side of News Study Shows an Experimental Therapy May Help Improve Myelin Repair and Nerve Cell Function National MS Society With funding support from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus showed that a new experimental therapy can support myelin repair and improve brain function associated with vision. Flag as irrelevant
	West Virginia Watch WV Dept. of Ag puts pause on poultry shows, sales as bird flu cases grow in surrounding states West Virginia Watch The halt is a defensive move, said state Agriculture Commissioner Kent Leonhardt. It comes as waterfowl migrations are expected to peak in mid-March, which could threaten the health of both commercial and backyard flocks as potentially infected birds ... Flag as irrelevant
	Independent Ebola Vaccination Trial Begins In Uganda Outbreak: WHO Barron's It is also the first trial to assess the clinical efficacy of a vaccine against Ebola Sudan virus disease," World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on X. Advertisement - Scroll to ... Flag as irrelevant
	news.vumc.org Study shows urine test for prostate cancer could be used at home news.vumc.org "The test is highly accurate for ruling out the presence of clinically significant prostate cancers — those that merit treatment — so that patients with a negative test result can confidently avoid having to undergo MRI or biopsy," Tosoian said. Flag as irrelevant
	Jagwire – Augusta Georgia Cancer Center is "United by Unique" for World Cancer Day Jagwire – Augusta The Georgia Cancer Center at Augusta University, a leading research and treatment center, is joining organizations across the world to honor World Cancer Day on Tuesday, Feb. 4. The purpose of the international event is to celebrate cancer survivors ... Flag as irrelevant
	Hindustan Times Say no to your favourite dessert: Quit sugar to see these benefits within 2 weeks Hindustan Times Sometimes, sugar is also added to savoury dishes to sweeten the gravy or reduce the spiciness. For those with a sweet tooth, resisting the temptation of sugary goodness can be particularly hard. But, seeing the improvements after quitting sugar can ... Flag as irrelevant
	ReliefWeb UNICEF Democratic Republic of the Congo Humanitarian Situation Report No. 5 (Mpox Level 3): 31 December 2024 ReliefWeb HIGHLIGHTS. In December 2024, the average number of cases notified fell to below 2,500 per week, with a significant drop during the Epidemiological Week 51. Downward trends in mpox case notification and fluctuation in confirmation of cases (379 ... Flag as irrelevant

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