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	health Daily update ⋅ May 2, 2025
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	The New York Times Kennedy Issues Demands for Vaccine Approvals that Could Affect Fall Covid Boosters The New York Times Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a plan that would require placebo-controlled studies for all new vaccines, surprising some experts who noted that such testing already routinely takes place. In a statement, Andrew Nixon, a spokesman for ... Flag as irrelevant
	NPR RFK Jr. to require placebo-controlled studies for new vaccines NPR The Trump administration plans to impose a new testing requirement for new vaccines — a demand that could delay the availability of the next round of COVID-19 vaccines and complicate the approval of other vaccines. The administration will require all ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP DR Congo ramps up response to North Kivu anthrax outbreak CIDRAP Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are scaling up the response to an anthrax outbreak in North Kivu province that has so far resulted in 16 suspected cases, 1 confirmed case, and 1 death, according to a statement today ... Flag as irrelevant
	PBS NewsHour 'Diseases know no borders': Measles spreads with outbreaks in Canada, Mexico and US PBS NewsHour Dr. Hector Ocaranza knew El Paso would see measles the moment it began spreading in West Texas and eastern New Mexico. Highways connect his border city with the epicenter of Texas' massive outbreak, which is up to 663 cases. They're the same roads used ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News HHS redirects $500 million to Trump appointee's vaccine project, bypassing reviews CBS News The HHS says the initiative, dubbed "Generation Gold Standard," aims to start clinical trials next year for universal influenza vaccines that could protect against any strain of the virus. It hopes to get a vaccine approved by the Food and Drug ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Woman has pioneering breast reconstruction surgery BBC News The first patient in the UK to have a new form of breast reconstruction surgery says she now "feels whole again". Tanya Tanna, who is 56 and from South Ruislip, west London, had the operation following her cancer diagnosis and mastectomy. Flag as irrelevant
	Canada NewsWire 5 Things You Should Know About Skin Cancer AJMC.com Managed Markets Network 2. UV Exposure Counseling Improves Sun Protection Behaviors. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays is a major risk factor for skin cancer, including melanoma. 2 UV rays from the sun, tanning ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP Chicago and Dallas areas report measles cases CIDRAP The patient's vaccination status is unknown, Denton County Public Health (DCPH) said in a statement yesterday. The initial investigation identified several other exposure locations between April 19 and April 22, including several restaurants, a Walmart ... Flag as irrelevant
	Reuters Health Rounds: Breast cancer is becoming less deadly for younger women, US study finds Reuters The decline was sharper after 2016, likely due to advancements in treatment options, greater uptake of precision medicine, and expanded access to care and screening in women ages 40-49, study leader Adetunji Toriola of the Washington University School of ... Flag as irrelevant
	Los Angeles Times Pasadena resident tests positive for whooping cough after visiting children's museum Los Angeles Times A Pasadena resident tested positive for whooping cough, a highly contagious respiratory illness that can be lethal in infants, after visiting the Kidspace Children's Museum on Fridayauthorities said. (U.S. Centers for Disease Control and ... Flag as irrelevant
	Scientific American Universal Vaccines Have Eluded Scientists for Years. RFK, Jr., Is Betting This Approach Will Succeed Scientific American Now the Trump administration is reportedly brewing plans to invest $500 million in a universal vaccine research project, according to the Wall Street Journal. The potential federal funding appears to be part of a U.S. Department of Health ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP HHS, NIH announce universal vaccine platform, promote placebo trials for new vaccines CIDRAP The BPL platform is fully government-owned and could be adapted for future use against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), metapneumovirus, and parainfluenza, the NIH said. Clinical trials for universal influenza vaccines are scheduled to begin in 2026, ... Flag as irrelevant
	WIRED The Dangerous Decline in Vaccination Rates WIRED With measles on the rise, this episode of Uncanny Valley looks at RFK's role in the revival of the once-eliminated deadly illness. Flag as irrelevant
	Medscape Treatment for Ketamine Use Disorder Rarely Sought Medscape The majority of people with ketamine use disorder (KUD) don't seek addiction treatment, despite reporting physical symptoms that include bladder and nasal problems and painful organ cramping, a large survey of people with KUD showed. Flag as irrelevant
	CNYcentral.com Listed here: Tips from American Heart Association to recognize, prevent strokes CNYcentral.com Spot a stroke F.A.S.T. If you see Face drooping, Arm weakness or Speech difficulty, it's Time to call 911. · Understand your risk factors and ask a doctor how you can prevent a stroke. · Stroke recovery is within reach. Flag as irrelevant
	Reuters US Health secretary Kennedy revives misleading claims of 'fetal debris' in measles shots Reuters WASHINGTON, May 1 (Reuters) - U.S. health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. reprised various misleading claims about vaccines this week, including that the measles vaccine contains cells from aborted fetuses and the mumps vaccination does not work. Flag as irrelevant
	The Independent Thailand reports first anthrax death in decades, hundreds potentially exposed Reuters Keep up with the latest medical breakthroughs and healthcare trends with the Reuters Health Rounds newsletter. Sign up here. A 53-year-old man in Mukdahan province, in northeastern Thailand near the border with ... Flag as irrelevant
	University of California How 'magic mushrooms' could help Parkinson's disease patients University of California Psilocybin, a natural compound found in certain mushrooms, has shown promise in treating depression and anxiety. UC San Francisco researchers wanted to know if it could be used to help Parkinson's patients who often experience debilitating mood ... Flag as irrelevant
	FOX13 Memphis New study shows increased health risks from ultra-processed foods FOX13 Memphis MEMPHIS, Tenn. - They're fast, convenient and often irresistible. Examples of ultra-processed foods include chips, fast food, sodas, candy and more. They are all around us—available at our fingertips. But a new study published in the American Journal ... Flag as irrelevant
	McKnight's Long Term Care News Wildfire smoke linked to more hospitalizations for respiratory disease among older adults, study shows McKnight's Long Term Care News Exposure to high levels of wildfire smoke was tied to more hospitalizations for respiratory diseases such as pneumonia and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in older adults, a new report finds. Authors of the report published Wednesday in ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Endometriosis raises the risk of premature menopause in women News-Medical.net The research is part of InterLACE, an international collaboration examining women's reproductive health and chronic disease across their lifetime. Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News Declining Childhood Vaccination May Increase Risk for Vaccine-Preventable Infections Renal and Urology News (HealthDay News) — Declining childhood vaccination rates may increase outbreaks of eliminated vaccine-preventable infections within the United States, leading to a return to endemicity, according to a study published online April 24 in the Journal of ... Flag as irrelevant
	Telegraph.co.uk Could a new malaria jab really finish off the disease? Researchers at GSK have high hopes Telegraph.co.uk A groundbreaking new malaria vaccine that could be three times more effective than existing jabs is under development by scientists at GSK, the Telegraph can reveal. The product, earmarked for roll-out in 2035, will target both liver and blood-stages ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net How much ultra-processed food is too much? This study has the answer News-Medical.net A global study links ultra-processed foods to tens of thousands of preventable deaths annually, especially in countries like the U.S. and the U.K. with high consumption rates, prompting urgent calls for dietary reform and public health intervention. Flag as irrelevant
	KGNS.tv Students in Florida exposed to tuberculosis KGNS.tv BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. (WFOR) - Officials in Broward County, Florida, said some high school students may have been exposed to tuberculosis. This comes after a confirmed case at a Fort Lauderdale high school. The infected student is reportedly doing well. Flag as irrelevant
	AARP 7 Tests to Screen for Colorectal Cancer AARP Colonoscopy is what doctors consider the gold standard to test for colon cancer and polyps, or growths on the inside lining of your colon or rectum that can turn into cancer. Flag as irrelevant
	KATC Lafayette News Whooping cough cases remain high across Louisiana Louisiana Department of Health - Louisiana.gov Whooping cough is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. People with whooping cough commonly have severe coughing fits. This causes them to take deep breaths right after coughing, making a "whooping" sound. Flag as irrelevant
	RACGP 'We're flying blind': Study calls for disaggregated health data RACGP Anastasia Tsirtsakis. 2/05/2025 4:34:02 PM. A global analysis has highlighted a need for better data to address hidden inequities. But a GP expert is concerned about further bias. Male and female in doctor waiting room. Males are more likely to get ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News Robert F Kennedy Jr revives misleading measles vaccine claims as US nears 900 infection cases ABC News In short: The United States is nearing 900 cases of the measles, in one of the worst outbreaks of the infection in 25 years, which has already caused the deaths of two children. Flag as irrelevant
	Nuffield Department of Population Health Lowering levels of Lipoprotein(a) could reduce the risk of heart attack and some types of stroke Nuffield Department of Population Health Lp(a) is a type of lipoprotein particle that is produced in the liver and carried in the blood. It is similar to a low-density lipoprotein (LDL) particle (that carries LDL-cholesterol), but in addition has an apolipoprotein(a) on its surface. Blood levels ... Flag as irrelevant
	City of Arlington Tarrant County Reports Possible Measles Exposure in Arlington City of Arlington Texas is experiencing an outbreak of measles, a highly contagious viral infection that can cause life-threatening illness to anyone who is not vaccinated. While the measles outbreak is primarily concentrated in West Texas, measles cases have been ... Flag as irrelevant
	WBEZ Cook County reports first 2 measles cases of 2025 WBEZ Editor's note: City health officials said Thursday the Chicago Public Library Independence branch, 4024 N. Elston Ave., is no longer a measles exposure location. It was originally identified as a possible exposure point on April 21. Flag as irrelevant
	Economic Times Breakfast: Still the most important meal of the day? Contemporary Pediatrics Children who eat breakfast regularly tend to have higher overall diet quality and are more likely to meet daily nutrient needs. Studies show they consume more dietary fiber and complex carbohydrates and less total fat and cholesterol than those ... Flag as irrelevant
	menshealth.com A Major Study Just Connected Chicken With Cancer. Fear Not, It's Flawed. menshealth.com The dietary data include information on the amount of poultry, red meat, and overall meat the participants ate. During the study period, 1,028 died. The mean age of people who died was 81.09, while it was slightly lower—79.94—for men. Flag as irrelevant
	El Paso Matters Every minute matters when a stroke happens El Paso Matters Treatments may include medication, surgery, lifestyle changes, and intensive rehabilitation. The Hospitals of Providence Sierra Campus is the only hospital in El Paso to be accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities for ... Flag as irrelevant
	Chron Potential Measles Exposure in Arlington, TX tarrantcounty.com April 30, 2025 – (Tarrant County) Tarrant County Public Health (TCPH) has been notified by Denton County Public Health that an individual has tested positive for measles and was infectious while visiting two Arlington, TX venues on April 19, 2025. Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca Measles jumps by 65 cases in Elgin and Oxford Counties, totalling above 1200 across Ontario CBC.ca The measles outbreak continues to spread across the province, with cases climbing in Elgin and Oxford counties. Southwestern Public Health is reporting 65 additional cases on Thursday, bringing the total to 451 for the region since Oct. 30. Flag as irrelevant
	The Indian Express Stroke Awareness: Recognizing the Signs Can Save Lives www.mclaren.org Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and a major cause of disability, according to the American Stroke Association. While we often think of strokes affecting older adults, recent trends show an alarming rise in strokes among ... Flag as irrelevant
	UN News Anthrax outbreak compounds security crisis in eastern DR Congo UN News An anthrax outbreak is compounding the worsening security situation in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), driving up humanitarian needs and further limiting access to basic services. The escalating crisis is also widening critical gaps in ... Flag as irrelevant
	Matangi Tonga Third dengue death reported in Tonga Matangi Tonga A third death from Dengue Fever in Tonga was reported by the Ministry of Health today. An eight year old boy from Tongatapu is the latest victim of the virus. Two others have died from dengue, a 19-year-old girl on 24 April and a seven-month-old baby ... Flag as irrelevant
	Axios RFK Jr. calls for CDC plan for alternative measles treatments Axios Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is directing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to come up with treatments for measles using "existing drugs in combination with vitamins and other modalities.". Flag as irrelevant
	Medscape Biological Age vs Calendar Age: Which Predicts Dementia? Medscape Welcome to Impact Factor, your weekly dose of commentary on a new medical study. I'm Dr F. Perry Wilson from the Yale School of Medicine. There is a running joke in med school where if some professor asks you what the number-one risk factor for a ... Flag as irrelevant
	Sky News Patients will be able to get weight loss injections from pharmacies, according to reports. Sky News It's claimed drugs like Ozempic could be available after a short consultation at a cost of £9.90 - broadening access to these jabs considerably. Friday 2 ... Flag as irrelevant
	New York Post HHS Releases Comprehensive Review of Medical Interventions for Children and Adolescents with Gender Dysphoria HHS.gov This review, informed by an evidence-based medicine approach, reveals serious concerns about medical interventions, such as puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and surgeries, that attempt to transition children and adolescents away from their sex. Flag as irrelevant
	Watford Borough Council Check your blood pressure during May Measurement Month Watford Borough Council You might feel healthy and strong, but high blood pressure, sometimes known as hypertension, usually has no symptoms but can lead to serious and life-threatening conditions like heart attacks and stroke. If you ... Flag as irrelevant
	Contagionlive.com Warmer Winters Are Fueling a Surge in Tick-Borne Illnesses Contagionlive.com Tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease are on the rise across the Northeast, fueled by shifting seasonal patterns and warming temperatures. As winters become shorter and milder, blacklegged ticks (commonly known as deer ticks) are staying active well ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian People with endometriosis more likely to experience early menopause, study finds The Guardian Endometriosis affects one in 10 women of reproductive age and occurs when cells similar to the lining of the womb grow in other parts of the body, leading to severe pain, infertility and heavy periods. Endometriosis also affects other people with a uterus ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Denver Post Overdoses Involving Medetomidine Mixed with Opioids — Chicago, Illinois, May 2024 CDC What are the implications for public health practice? Multisector surveillance is needed to quickly identify and respond to new adulterants introduced into the illegal drug supply. Clinicians who observe atypical toxidromes associated with suspected opioid ... Flag as irrelevant
	phillyBurbs.com Montco, Buck County see declines in fatal drug overdoses. Numbers follow national trends phillyBurbs.com Fatal drug overdoses in Montgomery County saw dramatic decline last year, dropping to their lowest level in more than a decade, a trend mirrored nationally, according to statistics. District Attorney Kevin Steele and Coroner Dr. Janine Darby announced ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca What do we know about autism and what questions should we be asking? CBC.ca U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently spoke of an autism "epidemic" when he announced "a massive testing and research effort" to investigate potential causes. But as developmental pediatrician Dr. Melanie Penner explains, ... Flag as irrelevant

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