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	health Daily update ⋅ July 4, 2025
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	CBS News Man dies after being bitten by bat carrying "extremely rare" infection in Australia CBS News An Australian man has died from an "extremely rare" rabies-like infection transmitted by a bat bite, health officials said Thursday. The man in his 50s was bitten by a bat carrying Australian bat lyssavirus several months ago, the health service in New ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medscape Pandemic Surge in IBS, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation Medscape Disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBIs) are a heterogeneous group of conditions in which gastrointestinal symptoms occur without any detectable structural or biochemical abnormalities in the digestive tract. They include IBS, functional dyspepsia, and ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN The link between cancer and exercise that patients should know CNN We all know that regular exercise has many benefits, including reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease. Exercise also improves outcomes in patients with cancer, according to a new study published in the New England ... Flag as irrelevant
	Pharmacy Times Adjusting Asthma Management After Achieving Control on Long-Term Biologic Therapy Pharmacy Times Improved outcomes include reduced exacerbations, symptom minimization, improved lung function (stable lung function for a year or more), and withdrawal of corticosteroid use. 1. Flag as irrelevant
	Livescience.com Can adults make new brain cells? New study may finally settle one of neuroscience's greatest debates Livescience.com Scientists say they have very strong evidence that the adult human brain is capable of making new neurons, a point of ongoing controversy in neuroscience. Comments ( 0 ) ( ). When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ... Flag as irrelevant
	www.cidrap.umn.edu Appalachians, older women at higher risk for HPV-linked cancer, studies suggest www.cidrap.umn.edu These findings highlight the need for targeted efforts to improve HPV vaccine uptake and encourage adherence to evidence-based screening guidelines for HPV-associated cancers in Appalachia. "Poor socioeconomic conditions and corresponding ... Flag as irrelevant
	Livescience.com Our gut bacteria can absorb and remove toxic 'forever chemicals' — at least in lab mice Livescience.com PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are synthetic chemicals used in a variety of products, from non-stick cooking pans to cosmetics. These substances are often nicknamed "forever chemicals" because they have strong ... Flag as irrelevant
	CIDRAP Cambodia confirms 12th H5N1 avian flu infection of the year CIDRAP The country has reported an uptick in human cases since late 2023, but illnesses have accelerated recently, with 9 reported since early June and 12 so far in 2025. Boy known to play with backyard poultry. Flag as irrelevant
	The Washington Post July Fourth, measles vaccines and healthy travel: The week in Well+Being The Washington Post You've packed a toothbrush, your sunscreen and a swimsuit for your summer travel. Now, what about a carbon monoxide detector? "The chances of being poisoned are really low, but they're ... Flag as irrelevant
	KCRA Sacramento The link between cancer and exercise that patients should know KCRA Sacramento Patients with cancer who participated in a structured exercise program in a randomized controlled trial lived longer without cancer recurrence and had a lower risk of dying within the trial period compared with people in the control group. Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News Quick takes: CDC accepts April ACIP vaccine recs, FDA official overruled scientists on 2 COVID vaccines CIDRAP The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), though it currently has no director, has quietly accepted three vaccine recommendations from the earlier Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices group that voted on the measures at its April ... Flag as irrelevant
	Pharmacy Times Shingles and RSV Vaccines Show Promise Against Dementia Pharmacy Times New study findings published by investigators in Nature found that 2 AS01-adjuvanted vaccines—Arexvy (RSVPreF3; GSK), the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine, and Shingrix (Zoster vaccine recombinant; GSK), the recombinant shingles vaccine—were ... Flag as irrelevant
	BBC News Missed chances to prevent boy's sepsis death BBC News BBC Ambulances parked outside Derriford Hospital. A large red sign is leading into the car BBC. Kayleigh Kenneford said her son Theo was a "happy, loving and affectionate little boy". Flag as irrelevant
	The Denver Post Denver confirms presence of West Nile virus as season starts early along Front Range The Denver Post Not all counties set out mosquito traps, so Colorado residents can't assume their local bugs don't carry the virus if they haven't heard about reported cases. Mosquitoes need standing water to ... Flag as irrelevant
	WebMD RSV Vaccine Age 50+: What a New CDC Update Means for You WebMD July 3, 2025 – The CDC published a new recommendation this week calling for some adults ages 50 to 59 to get vaccinated for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Public health experts predict that if 20% of all newly eligible U.S. adults get vaccinated, ... Flag as irrelevant
	San Francisco Chronicle Asian and Pacific Islander teens face higher prediabetes risk, study finds San Francisco Chronicle Asian and Pacific Islander adolescents who are overweight or obese are twice as likely to have prediabetes compared to their white counterparts, according to new research from Kaiser Permanente. Twenty-seven percent of Asian youths had prediabetes ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medscape Should Women Stop Cervical Cancer Screening at Age 65? New Data Challenges Current Guidelines Medscape Researchers conducted a retrospective analysis of cervical cancer screening data from Shenzhen, China (2017-2023), to assess hr-HPV distribution and cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 2 or worse (CIN2+) prevalence in women aged 65 years or older vs ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian 'Am I just an asshole?' Time blindness can explain chronic lateness - some of the time The Guardian Dr Melissa Shepard has a problem with managing her time. She had always been a high achiever, making it through medical school to become a psychiatrist and assistant professor at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. But no matter how hard she worked, she ... Flag as irrelevant
	KPRC Click2Houston First case of West Nile virus reported in Brazos County KPRC Click2Houston "But taking steps to prevent mosquito bites and eliminating mosquito breeding areas around homes are proactive measures that can reduce the risk of mosquito-borne illness." Infected mosquitoes transmit West Nile after biting, and ... Flag as irrelevant
	KVUE.com Texas confirms first West Nile Case of 2025 KVUE.com "Texans should be aware that mosquitoes transmit disease, and some of these illnesses, like West Nile and dengue, can be severe," Shuford said. "But taking steps to prevent mosquito bites and eliminating mosquito breeding areas around homes are proactive ... Flag as irrelevant
	Miami Herald Should you soak in the sun for low vitamin D? Here are the ways to get more Miami Herald Despite all the sunshine we get here in Miami, a surprising 40% of people living in South Florida are deficient in vitamin D. Vitamin D is important for supporting bone health, immune function, mood regulation and the body's ability to absorb calcium. Flag as irrelevant
	MD Magazine Early Identification and Diagnosis of Alzheimer Disease MD Magazine In primary care settings, physicians rely on a combination of clinical observations, detailed history-taking, and cognitive assessments to diagnose Alzheimer disease. Visual cues such as hygiene, dress, and interaction with family members often provide ... Flag as irrelevant
	KBTX Brazos County resident is the first in Texas this year to test positive for West Nile Virus KBTX The patient, a local resident, was diagnosed with West Nile fever on June 24. State health officials are urging the public to take mosquito-bite prevention seriously, as warmer months bring an increased risk of mosquito-borne illnesses such as West Nile ... Flag as irrelevant
	Helensburgh Advertiser A Resolution Worth Keeping: Exercise Regularly DVIDS Numerous activities can burn off those extra pounds, such as swimming, cycling, jogging, skiing, tennis, aerobic dancing -- or just a walking briskly in the evening after dinner. Many people find it ... Flag as irrelevant
	KCENTV.com Texas reports first West Nile Virus case of 2025 in Brazos County, urges mosquito precautions KCENTV.com "Texans should be aware that mosquitoes transmit disease, and some of these illnesses, like West Nile and dengue, can be severe," DSHS Commissioner Dr. Jennifer A. Shuford said in a statement. Flag as irrelevant
	Michigan Radio Kent County confirms second measles case this year Michigan Radio After more than a decade with no measles cases, Kent County confirmed its second case of measles in 2025 on Wednesday. The county health department issued a warning that the public may have been exposed to the new case at the Helen Devos Children's ... Flag as irrelevant
	Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Can you prevent skin cancer after a bad sunburn? Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center You didn't expect to be outdoors all day but were caught unprepared and without sunscreen. Now you have a blistering red burn. Is there anything you can do to reverse the UV radiation damage to your skin that can potentially lead to cancer? Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress Hearing devices can significantly improve social lives of those with hearing loss Medical Xpress Hearing loss doesn't just affect how people hear the world—it can also change how they connect with it. A new study from the USC Caruso Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery, part of Keck Medicine of USC, published today in JAMA ... Flag as irrelevant
	Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Powassan virus is another reason to avoid ticks. Its rarity is good news, and a challenge. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Research in a lab setting requires strict safety controls and investments that are hard to come by for rare diseases. Since there are so few human cases, rigorous clinical trials with enough patients are nearly impossible to ... Flag as irrelevant
	ABC News Flu cases, hospitalisations on the rise as ramping soars again in SA ABC News Reported flu cases across South Australia have spiked 70 per cent this year, according to government data, prompting fears about the health system's capacity to cope with more hospital presentations. The latest ramping figures published on ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Scientist New Neurons Continue to Form in Adult Human Brains The Scientist In a new study published in Science, researchers at Karolinska Institute used transcriptomics and machine learning to show that neural progenitor cells and their successors, newly born immature neurons, are present from childhood to old age in humans. Flag as irrelevant
	The Conversation UK From Scrooge to science: how dairy might disrupt your sleep and dreams The Conversation UK Ebenezer Scrooge tried to wave away the ghost of Jacob Marley by blaming the apparition on "an undigested bit of beef … a crumb of cheese". Charles Dickens might have been writing fiction, but the idea that late-night dairy can warp dreams has now ... Flag as irrelevant
	Leger Despite Migraine Widespread Prevalence, the Disease Remains Undertreated Clinical Advisor A new retrospective study of claims analysis, presented at the 2025 American Headache Society (AHS) Annual Scientific Meeting, held from June 19 to 22 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, explored prescribing patterns based on real-world evidence in the United ... Flag as irrelevant
	KFVS Safety Alert: Sunscreen misinformation KFVS Nearly a quarter think staying hydrated will prevent a sunburn. As these myths perpetuate on social media, some are even trying to make sunscreen at home, possibly contributing to their skin cancer risk. Flag as irrelevant
	The Sydney Morning Herald A man has died from Australian bat lyssavirus. Here's what you should know The Sydney Morning Herald Lyssaviruses are a group of RNA viruses that are transmitted to humans with a bite or a scratch from an infected animal. Australian bat lyssavirus falls under this umbrella, as does the deadly virus rabies, which is not identical to Australian bat ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Canada faces growing threat from communicable diseases and misinformation News-Medical.net Canada must address the growing crisis of communicable diseases that has occurred in tandem with a rise in misinformation that threatens our health systems, argue authors in an editorial in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) ... Flag as irrelevant
	Science Daily Even low levels of air pollution may quietly scar your heart, MRI study finds Science Daily The research indicates that fine particulate matter in the air may contribute to diffuse myocardial fibrosis, a form of scarring in the heart muscle that can precede heart failure. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Long-term study confirms lasting benefits of lifestyle changes in preventing diabetes News-Medical.net In the early 2000s the U.S. Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP), a large randomized clinical trial, showed that intensive lifestyle modification was better than a medication called metformin at preventing at-risk patients from developing Type 2 diabetes. Flag as irrelevant
	Technology Networks Enzyme Inhibition Halts Cell Death in Parkinson's Disease Technology Networks The genetic mutation causes an enzyme called leucine-rich repeat kinase 2, or LRRK2, to be overactive. Too much LRRK2 enzyme activity changes the structure of brain cells in a way that disrupts crucial communication between ... Flag as irrelevant
	Temerty Faculty of Medicine Intermittent fasting shows similar benefits to traditional dieting for weight loss, study finds Temerty Faculty of Medicine Published in The BMJ, the study showed that intermittent fasting also improved cardiometabolic factors like blood pressure and cholesterol levels when compared to an unrestricted diet. Among intermittent fasting approaches, alternate day fasting, which ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress Researchers find 'forever chemicals' impact the developing male brain Medical Xpress "Forever chemicals" or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been widely used in consumer and industrial products for the better part of a century, but do not break down in the natural environment. One PFAS, perfluorohexanoic acid or PFHxA, ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Independent Intermittent Fasting Reduces Body Weight vs Ad Libitum Diet Rheumatology Advisor Zhila Semnani-Azad, Ph.D., from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health in Boston, and colleagues examined the effect of intermittent-fasting diets with continuous energy restriction or unrestricted (ad libitum) diets on intermediate cardiometabolic ... Flag as irrelevant
	Science Daily Parkinson's reversal? One drug brings dying brain cells back to life Science Daily Date: July 3, 2025; Source: Stanford Medicine; Summary: Stanford researchers discovered that dialing down an overactive enzyme, LRRK2, can regrow lost cellular "antennae" in key brain cells, restoring vital dopamine communication and neuroprotective ... Flag as irrelevant
	RNZ NSW man dies from 'rabies-like' lyssavirus after bat bite RNZ By Bruce McKenzie, ABC. Bat - single use only. Lyssavirus is a rare disease spread by bats. Photo: ABC / Craig Greer. A northern New South Wales man has died after contracting the state's first confirmed case of Australian bat lyssavirus. Flag as irrelevant
	News24 South Africa begins first-ever poultry vaccination to minimize bird flu outbreaks 新华网 JOHANNESBURG, July 3 (Xinhua) -- South Africa has commenced its first-ever poultry vaccination campaign, a move expected to play a key role in minimizing the risk of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreaks. Speaking to Xinhua on Thursday, ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Covid-19 impact extends beyond virus with increased deaths from other conditions News-Medical.net Disrupted care during the covid-19 pandemic led to sharp increases in other non-covid causes of illness and death, particularly mental health disorders, malaria in young children, and stroke and heart disease in older adults, finds a study published by ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Low-Fiber Diet With High Red Meat Linked to High-Risk Coronary Plaque Features Neurology Advisor A dietary index (DI) was constructed based on a previously published anti-inflammatory DI including a high proportion of plant-based foods and low in red or processed meat and sugar-sweetened beverages. Flag as irrelevant
	swissinfo.ch Mpox virus can also infect the brain, say Swiss scientists swissinfo.ch To do this, they used so-called brain organoids, three-dimensional mini-brains grown in the laboratory from human stem cells. These were exposed to a virus sample that had been isolated from a patient during the 2022 Mpox outbreak. Flag as irrelevant
	CTV News Pangnirtung declares tuberculosis outbreak over Government of Nunavut | Flag as irrelevant
	Mirage News Overcoming Global Antifungal Challenges: Medical and Agricultural Aspects pubs.acs.org This escalating concern is primarily attributed to the lack of safe, effective, and widely available antifungal agents; the increasing spread of (multi)drug resistance to conventional antifungal treatments; and substantial epidemiological shifts in fungal ... Flag as irrelevant

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