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Measles can be a risk during air travel. Here's how to stay safe. One of the reasons the highly contagious virus can spread is because, at first, the infection can look like the common cold or another respiratory illness, said William Moss, executive director of the International Vaccine Access Center at the Johns ...
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Anorexia in Middle Age and Beyond A growing number of older women are seeking treatment for eating disorders. Many have struggled without help for decades. ... Sally Odenheimer starved herself because she was an athlete and thought she'd run faster on an empty stomach.
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Anorexia in Middle Age and Beyond Sally Odenheimer starved herself because she was an athlete and thought she'd run faster on an empty stomach. Karla Wagner starved herself because she wanted to be in charge of at least one aspect of her life. Janice Bremis simply felt too fat.
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PAHO warns of pertussis rises, vaccination gaps in Americas countries The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) on May 31 issued an epidemiological alert about a rise in pertussis cases in a number of countries in the Americas, which comes in the wake of a sustained decline in pertussis vaccine coverage that gained ...
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Inexpensive HIV Medicine Improves Vision in Diabetic Eye Disease Oral lamivudine, an inflammasome inhibitor originally approved for suppressing HIV, was a relatively safe and effective treatment for improving visual acuity in adults with center-involving diabetic macular edema, a serious complication of diabetic ...
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That Cup of Coffee May Have a Longer-Term Perk But in a new study, presented today at the annual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition, scientists have found that coffee may offer the much longer-term benefit of healthy aging. The study has ...
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1st measles case of the year in South Dakota as CDC updates travel guidance The measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine is part of the routine immunization schedule and has been shown to be up to 97% effective after two doses, the CDC says. Adults without immunity through vaccination or infection should also get vaccinated, the ...
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Colorado confirms 3 more infections in airport-linked measles outbreak The Colorado Department of Public Health (CDPH) and their partners in El Paso and Arapahoe counties have reported three more measles cases linked to exposure at Denver International Airport and on a Turkish Airlines flight, raising the outbreak total ...
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Black Death Plague That Killed Millions Became Less Fatal because of This Genetic Tweak Reducing the copies of one gene in the bubonic plague bacterium, Yersinia pestis, made it less deadly but potentially more transmissible. By Rachel Fieldhouse & Nature magazine. Microscopic image showing bacteria on a flea.
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He Was Clueless About Menopause (Like Most Men). Then His Wife Went Through It, and It Changed Everything Dan Simons, a prominent restaurateur in the Washington D.C. area, marvels at how naturally his three sons, ages 21, 19, and 16, discuss topics like sexuality and pronouns. "They don't even think about it," Simons, 54, tells TODAY.com.
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This diet can protect your brain from Alzheimer's even if started later in life, new study suggests The MIND diet stands for "Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay" and combines many elements of the Mediterranean diet and DASH ("Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension"). It emphasizes brain-healthy foods like leafy greens, berries, ...
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The MIND diet may help reduce Alzheimer's risk, a large study shows Following the diet, which is heavy on leafy green vegetables and berries, is associated with a strong and consistent reduction in cognitive decline. By Linda Carroll | NBC News • Published 4 hours ago • Updated 4 hours ago.
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The MIND diet may help reduce Alzheimer's risk, a large study shows Following the diet, which is heavy on leafy green vegetables and berries, is associated with a strong and consistent reduction in cognitive decline. By Linda Carroll | NBC News • Published June 2, 2025 • Updated on June 2, 2025 at 12:26 pm.
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Measles vaccination rates in children have declined in most US counties, study finds Amid a widespread decline in childhood measles vaccination rates since before the COVID-19 pandemic across the United States, a study published Monday found that coverage can vary substantially within a state. Looking at county-level data in 33 states, ...
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International flight diverted to Houston after passenger had stroke HOUSTON — What began as an international journey from Turkey to Mexico turned into a race against time last Friday when 35-year-old Maricela Hernandez Quezada suffered a mid-flight medical emergency. Thanks to quick-thinking passengers, ...
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Trainer Tip of the Day: How Fast Do I Have to Walk to Lose Weight and Build Muscle? Building a walking habit comes with a wide range of benefits, from improving cardiovascular function to boosting strength and mental health, and even weight loss or management. While squeezing in a walk here and there is ...
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Being in nature can help people with chronic back pain manage their condition, research shows Spending time in or around nature can provide people suffering from chronic lower back pain with a degree of escapism that helps them better manage their physical discomfort, a new study has shown. The research, published in The Journal of Pain, ...
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New data shows MMR vaccination rate decline across the US A new county-level dataset from Johns Hopkins University researchers reveals a national decline in the measles-mumps-rubella, or MMR, vaccination rate among U.S. children since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. A map of the U.S. showing pre-pandemic ...
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New study finds cannabis edibles raise risk of premature heart disease A new study has found a link between chronic cannabis use − including in edible form − and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease that's comparable to the effects of smoking tobacco. The study published May 28 is the latest to associate cannabis ...
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Colorado has now recorded 10 measles cases this year as airport outbreak grows Two of the new cases were unvaccinated adults living in El Paso County who passed through the airport at about the same time on May 14. The third was a vaccinated Arapahoe County resident who was a passenger on Turkish Airlines flight 201, which landed at ...
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Arizona public health system faces cuts to HIV services as federal funding ends PHOENIX — Federal funding cuts are threatening vital public health services in Arizona, including HIV prevention programs, as organizations face stop-work orders and budget freezes. The Trump administration has cancelled funding for HIV vaccine ...
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3rd measles case confirmed in El Paso County, additional exposure site identified in Colorado Springs Officials said symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a characteristic rash that usually starts several days later on the face and spreads. They said the MMR vaccine provides strong protection against the disease.
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Adding Zilebesiran to Current Hypertension Treatment Further Lowers Blood Pressure Zilebesiran added to hypertension background therapy further reduces systolic blood pressure (SBP) within 3 months, investigators report. Zilebesiran is an investigational RNA interference therapeutic that reduces angiotensinogen production.
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Preventing Alzheimer's disease? UVA uncovers possible key It's part of the brain's immune response, designed to fight off threats. But when STING becomes overactive, researchers found it can actually damage the brain. "We were curious if in aging and Alzheimer's disease ...
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Two more measles cases in Minnesota, including unvaccinated child who was infectious at MOA (MGN). On Monday, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) said that two more cases of measles have been recorded, bringing the total to four cases so far this year.
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Two El Paso County residents confirmed with measles, bringing Colorado cases up to 10 A bottle of the MMR vaccine photographed in Lubbock, Texas, where a measles outbreak. Mary Conlon/AP Photo FILE, A vial of the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine is on display at the Lubbock Health Department, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, in Lubbock, Texas.
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New COVID-19 variant detected in Washington state, health officials say According to the DOH, health officials found 14 sequenced detections of NB.1.8.1 in Washington state. The earliest detection of the new variant was found April 7 and the most recent case is from May 20. Thirteen of the detections were found from the CDC ...
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Why we're seeing more tick-borne illnesses Tick-borne illnesses are on the rise in the U.S., with experts pointing to climate change, growing tick populations, and improved disease tracking as contributing factors. Thomas Hart from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health said, ...
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COVID cases in the US WHO says NB.1.8.1 strain now has reached the US Health officials warn about a new COVID-19 variant circulating globally that could potentially affect New Jersey residents. According to the World Health Organization, the variant titled NB.1.8.1 is growing primarily in the Mediterranean, ...
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Third case of bird flu detected at commercial farm in Maricopa County Officials say the poultry started showing clinical signs consistent with the virus on May 29. Samples from the location, which has not been disclosed, were submitted to the Arizona Veterinary Diagnostic Lab for preliminary determination. The ...
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Physical Activity Linked to Better Survival for Specific Cancer Types (HealthDay News) — Engaging in leisure-time moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity (MVPA) is associated with better overall survival for participants with a history of various cancers, according to a study published online May 21 in the ...
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New measles cases emerge in Minnesota, officials warn of possible Mall of America exposure MINNEAPOLIS — There are two new Measles cases in Minnesota, and one impacted child was infectious while at a theme park. The Minnesota Department of Health announced the two measles cases on June 2. These cases are the state's third and fourth ...
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Study shows that an anti-inflammatory diet could extend overall survival after treatment for stage III colon cancer Patients with colon cancer who consumed an anti-inflammatory diet during a Phase III clinical trial showed longer overall survival post-treatment compared to those on a proinflammatory diet, according to a Dana-Farber Cancer Institute analysis.
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UVA Study: Brain's Defense System May Drive Alzheimer's A new way of thinking about Alzheimer's disease has led to a discovery with the potential to stop the cognitive decline seen in patients with Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases, according to University of Virginia researchers.
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Colon cancer survival rates improved with exercise, first-of-its-kind study finds After eight years, those in the structured exercise program not only became more active than those in the control group but also had 28% fewer cancers and 37% fewer deaths from any cause. There were, however, more muscle strains and other similar problems ...
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Prostate cancer diagnoses renew calls for early screening and awareness Terrance Jones was diagnosed with prostate cancer at 47 with no symptoms, highlighting the importance of early screening, especially as former President Joe Biden's diagnosis brings renewed attention to the disease. Jones credits his ...
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CDC upgrades measles travel warning, local doctor reacts KANSAS CITY, Ks. (KCTV) - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a concerning new warning as the summer travel season kicks into high gear. The agency now urging travelers not to fly unless they are vaccinated.
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Shield blood test offers hope for early colon cancer detection Two years after the death of her husband, Brookhaven resident Elizabeth Sokolowski is on a mission to increase screenings for colon cancer – the second leading cause of cancer morbidity and mortality in Georgia. Krzysztof "Kris" Sokolowski was ...
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Clairity BREAST receives FDA authorization for AI-based breast cancer risk prediction Clairity, Inc., a digital health innovator advancing AI-driven healthcare solutions, has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) De Novo authorization for CLAIRITY BREAST, a novel, image-based prognostic platform designed to predict five-year ...
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Current marijuana use among seniors hits new high, requiring skilled nursing adaptations Marijuana use among US seniors has reached a new high, with 7% of adults aged 65 and over reporting they used marijuana it in the past month, according to an analysis published in JAMA Internal Medicine today. The findings reflect the changing profile ...
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MIND diet linked to lower risk of dementia across diverse populations The MIND diet, which stands for Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay, combines the Mediterranean diet with the blood pressure-lowering DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet and also emphasizes proven brain-healthy foods ...
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Mammography AI Platform for Five-Year Breast Cancer Risk Prediction Gets FDA De Novo Authorization Through AI recognition of subtle patterns in breast tissue on screening mammograms, the Clairity Breast software reportedly provides validated risk scoring for predicting one's five-year risk of breast cancer. Advertisement.
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Health care professionals give tips on avoiding skin damage from the sun UPPER MICHIGAN (WLUC) - Summer weather is here, which means it's time to pack your sunscreen, no matter how excited you are to see the sun. It's no secret that when the sun comes out, Yoopers like to take advantage while they can.
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Molecular Stress in Old Neurons Increases Susceptibility to Neurodegenerative Diseases, Study Finds As the global population ages, the risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) continues to rise. But the molecular mechanisms behind the ...
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WHO position paper on immunization to protect infants against respiratory syncytial virus disease, May 2025 Recommendations on the use of maternal respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccines and long-acting RSV monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) to prevent severe RSV disease in infants were issued by the WHO Strategic Advisory Group of Experts (SAGE) on ...
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Diet containing foods with this key component can lead to longer life, study finds Consuming flavonoid food sources in the form of tea, berries, dark chocolate, and apples can prevent the development of conditions like type 2 diabetes, cancer and heart and neurological diseases, scientists, including from Queen's University Belfast, say.
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Meet the MIND diet: With some claiming it can keep your brain strong The DASH eating plan targets a 2,000-calorie-a-day diet, limiting sugar and foods high in saturated fats. "Our study findings confirm that healthy dietary patterns in mid to late life and ...
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Drinking Diet Coke has been tied to heart health risks. Here's what you should know Just a couple drinks a day may increase your risk for heart disease and stroke, according to researchers. Julia Musto. in New York. Monday 02 June 2025 16:45 BST. 0Comments. ✕. Artificial sweetener in Diet Coke may cause cancer, researchers find ...
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Prevention and treatment of mental disorders will help reduce dementia As New Zealand's population ages, dementia rates are projected to double by 2050. New research is providing stronger evidence that mental health disorders, particularly depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder, significantly increase dementia risk, ...
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Mindful Monday: Getting men to the doctor for Men's Health Month Essential preventative care measures for men include annual physical examinations, regular blood pressure and cholesterol monitoring, age-appropriate cancer screenings, consistent exercise routines, and maintaining a healthy diet. These basic healthcare ...
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