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How Bird Flu Became a Human Pandemic Threat The first hints that a new strain of avian illness is emerging could be found on this beach on Delaware Bay, where migrating birds flock. Here's what virus detectives who return there every year know right now.
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The truth about using cannabis for health problems Many U.S. states have legalized cannabis, and there has been a significant increase in the number of older adults using it, says Jeffrey Quinlan, a family physician and professor of family medicine at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in ...
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Could Ketamine on the NHS help treat severe depression? Ketamine is increasingly known as a party drug which is linked to serious health problems, even fatalities. But there is growing interest in Scotland in its potential to treat severe depression. One NHS Lothian psychiatrist hopes to set up a clinic by ...
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WHO Eyes Emerging COVID-19 Variant The symptoms of the NB.1.8.1 variant appear to be similar to prior variants of the virus, with such presenting symptoms as fever, headache, cough, runny nose, fatigue, body aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, said Shirin Mazumder, MD, an infectious ...
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Nightmares Might Be Slowly Scaring Some To Death By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, June 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) — "Scared to death" might not be just a saying, as far as nightmares are concerned. People who have frequent nightmares appear to have a tripled risk of premature death, ...
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Trading Diet Sodas For Water Can Help Control Diabetes And Lose Weight By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, June 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Want to lose weight and reverse type 2 diabetes? Trade your diet soda for a tall glass of water, a new small-scale study argues. Women were more likely to drop pounds and see ...
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Blood Test Might Predict Rapid Decline in Alzheimer's Patients By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, June 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A common blood test can flag early Alzheimer's disease patients who are four times more likely to experience rapid brain decline, a new study says.
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Health insurers promise to improve coverage reviews that prompt delays and complaints Prior authorization means insurers require approval before they'll cover medical care, a prescription or a service like an imaging exam. Insurers say they do this to guard against care overuse and to make sure patients get the right treatment.
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Kentucky seeing more cases of a dangerous bacterial infection. Know the symptoms Earlier this month, Kentucky's Department for Public Health announced two infants died of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, in the last six months. Neither of the babies, nor their mothers, were vaccinated, state officials said.
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Climate change is boosting the risk of sleep apnea Heat makes it harder to sleep. In Baghdad, some neighbors set up mattresses on their roof to find a cool sleeping spot. A new study finds the risk of sleep apnea goes up along with temperatures.
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How to spot the early signs of a cataract "When people experience a trauma/injury to the eye, the lens can change and become cloudy," explains the consultant ophthalmic surgeon. "Some people can even develop a cataract in their eye if they experience significant electrical shock, but this is less ...
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Alzheimer's Association raises awareness for patients and caregivers Alzheimer's disrupts neurons forming connections with each other. Information flows through these connections, called synapses. When neurons are unable to connect, the brain is unable to transmit the signals that contain memories, thoughts, and skills.
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A blood test could predict cognitive decline in Alzheimer's patients Meaning, insulin resistance detected by the triglyceride-glucose index can flag people with early signs of Alzheimer's who are four times more likely to face rapid cognitive decline, the researchers concluded. "Once mild cognitive ...
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Protecting individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's during North Carolina's heat wave As North Carolina faces an extended period of dangerous heat with feels-like temperatures reaching the 100s, the dangers of heat-related illnesses are on the rise. One population that is particularly vulnerable to dangerous heat is individuals with ...
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Researchers turn a deadly fungus into potent cancer-fighting compound After isolating a new class of molecules from Aspergillus flavus, a toxic crop fungus linked to deaths in the excavations of ancient tombs, the researchers modified the chemicals and tested them against leukemia cells. The result?
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Walking 100 minutes per day may help lower risk of chronic back pain There are several risk factors for chronic low back pain, such as not getting enough physical activity. A new study found that increasing the length of time and intensity of one's walks may help lower the risk ...
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Scientists use bacteria to turn plastic waste into paracetamol Chemists have discovered E coli can be used to create paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen, from a material produced in the laboratory from plastic bottles. "People don't realise that ...
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From boosting brain health to digestion: 5 reasons to consume avocado daily Avocado is a nutrition powerhouse. It is rich in healthy fats, fiber, and protein that make it a daily must-have fruit. 1 medium avocado, which is about 150 grams, without the seed and skin, offers 240 calories, 22 g fat, 15 g monounsaturated fat, ...
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The simple blood test that can predict Alzheimer's decline However, research presented at the European Academy of Neurology (EAN) Congress 2025 suggests a blood test used to detect insulin resistance could also identify patients at a high risk of cognitive decline.
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Whooping cough on record-setting pace, fueled by resistant strains The medical center believed the girl was infected with a pertussis-resistant bacterium and placed her on an artificial ventilator. She was given another antimicrobial drug known to work against resistant strains. Nevertheless, her pneumonia ...
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What consumers may not know about fibre Prebiotics are well known as a key component in gut health. Prebiotic fibre, found in a range of foods including cereal grains, algae, dairy and meat, is a type of soluble fibre and as its name suggests, it has strong gut-health benefits.
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Husband, wife both diagnosed with stage 4 cancer the same week MILLBROOK, Ala. (WSFA/Gray News) - An Alabama couple says they are battling cancer together, something they found out just in a matter of days. Wendy Wilson says this isn't her first battle with cancer. It's her fourth. "I've had ovarian, cervical, ...
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China Focus: Researchers discover "universal key" for EBV infection, pave way for novel vaccines GUANGZHOU, June 23 (Xinhua) -- Chinese scientists have identified a protein molecule that acts as a "universal key" enabling the EB virus (EBV) to infect cells, opening new possibilities for developing effective EBV vaccines.
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How Coffee Can Help You Live Longer – As Long As You Keep It Simple Coffee consumption was categorised by type (eg, caffeinated or decaffeinated), sugar, and saturated fat content. For health outcomes, researchers examined all-cause mortality, cancer-related deaths, and deaths caused by cardiovascular disease.
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Many flavors of flavonoids are good for health Flavonoids are abundant in the human diet, being found in fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, wines and teas. They are known for their potential health benefits, with greater consumption linked to lower mortality and chronic disease risk.
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'She has to fight it': Toddler contracts E. coli strains after visiting lake The family rushed the 2-year-old to the doctor, where she was tested for strep throat and put on antibiotics. But Elisabeth spiraled downward.
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Genetic Tests For Autism, Intellectual Disability Not Being Done On Medicaid Kids By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, June 23, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Few poor children with autism or intellectual disability are receiving recommended genetic testing, even though guidelines urge such tests, a new study says.
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Donald Trump's budget threatens decades of progress on HIV By Kathy Ahearn-O'Brien. As the executive director of Hyacinth Foundation, New Jersey's oldest and largest HIV service provider, I am deeply alarmed by the Trump administration's proposed federal budget for the next fiscal year.
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UF Health studies how brains perceive bad smells Dr. Dan Wesson and Sarah Sniffen are studying how odors take on meaning in the brain. Photo by Nate Guidry. You wouldn't microwave fish around your ...
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The story of cataract surgeries: restoring sights to millions June is observed globally as Cataract Awareness Month, drawing attention to the leading cause of blindness worldwide. Blindness is not just the loss of sight but also the loss of autonomy, income, and social mobility. Today, despite the world's ...
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Planes, trains, automobiles…and your health (part two) If you're traveling with a medical condition, have your health information written down, and know where the nearest hospital is. · In crowded areas like airports, have good hand hygiene and consider masking.
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CUPHD offering free testing for National HIV Testing Day CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — National HIV Testing Day is quickly approaching, and the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District is urging community members to stay safe by getting tested. On Friday, June 27, CUPHD staff will provide free HIV and ...
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Travel first aid kit: the essentials to take with you on holiday The best time of year is just around the corner: the summer holidays! Don't forget to pack painkillers, bandages, sunscreen and any necessary medications. © Photo credit: Shutterstock. John MonaghanReporter and deputy editor.
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Lower your health risk by cutting down on alcohol North Tyneside Council is working with regional alcohol programme Balance to encourage people to talk about alcohol and cancer during Cancer Prevention Action Week. Most people know smoking causes cancer. But few realise that any level of regular ...
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