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Measles Cases Hit Record High, 25 Years After US Eliminated the Disease The grim milestone represents an alarming setback for the country's public health and heightens concerns that if childhood vaccination rates do not improve, deadly outbreaks of measles — once considered a disease of the past — will become the new normal.
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Australia Launches Lung Cancer Screening Program for Smokers The screening program is a "game-changer" for Australia, Lucy Morgan, MD, PhD, respiratory physician at Concord and Nepean Hospitals in Sydney, told Medscape Medical News. "This [program] gives us the opportunity to offer cure to people who would otherwise ...
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New Research Questions Severity of Withdrawal From Antidepressants A new study, published on Wednesday in the journal JAMA Psychiatry, makes the case that these warnings were overblown. The authors of the new paper found that a week after quitting antidepressants, patients reported symptoms like ...
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Hate exercising? Factoring in your personality type could help. Hate exercising? Factoring in your personality type could help. Extroverts tend to enjoy higher-intensity training while people who score high for neuroticism are likely to enjoy independent exercise programs, a study found.
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What Most People Overlook About Skin Cancer "These are the areas that receive the most cumulative sun exposure over a person's lifetime," says Dr. David C. Reid, professor and chair of dermatology at the Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.
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The first drug to treat infants sick with malaria is approved by Swiss authority Swissmedic gave a green light Tuesday for the medicine from Basel-based pharmaceutical company Novartis for treatment of babies with body weights between 2 and 5 kilograms (nearly 4½ to 11 pounds), which could pave the way for hard-hit African nations to ...
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'Have a healthy respect that nature sometimes bites back' Gaurab Basu, an assistant professor in the Department of Environmental Health, said it's important to approach tick season thoughtfully, with rates of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses on the rise. "[ ...
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CDC streamlines H5N1 avian flu reporting The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said yesterday that it is streamlining its H5N1 avian flu updates to reflect the current public health situation, marked by declines in human cases as well as animal detections. H5N1 green brown ...
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First malaria treatment approved for newborns, young infants The drug, called Coartem Baby (artemether-lumefantrine), was approved by Swiss drug regulators, and the eight African counties are expected to issue rapid approvals under the Swiss agency's marketing authorization for global health products process.
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Cancer-fighting herpes virus shown to be an effective treatment for some advanced melanoma The genetically modified HSV-1 evaluated in the study, RP1, is one of a relatively new, innovative class of cancer immunotherapy drugs known as oncolytic viruses that are designed to target and destroy cancer tumors while generating an anti‑tumor immune ...
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First Malaria Drug Approved for Newborns and Small Babies WEDNESDAY, July 9, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A new malaria treatment has been approved for newborns and infants under 11 pounds, filling a major gap in care for some of the most vulnerable children. The medicine, called Coartem Baby (also known as Riamet ...
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Gut microbes may hold key to understanding how exercise boosts cancer immunotherapy response The research, published in the journal Cell, found that these benefits are driven by a specific compound called formate, which is produced by gut bacteria in exercised mice and was also associated with better outcomes in patients with melanoma.
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Swiss medicines authority issues first approval for antimalarial drug for treatment of infants GENEVA -- Switzerland's medical products authority has granted the first approval for a malaria medicine designed for small infants, touted as an advance against a disease that takes hundreds of thousands of lives — nearly all in Africa — each year.
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Major autism study uncovers biologically distinct subtypes, paving the way for precision diagnosis and care Researchers at Princeton University and the Simons Foundation have identified four clinically and biologically distinct subtypes of autism, marking a transformative step in understanding the condition's genetic underpinnings and potential for ...
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'Harmless' Virus Might Trigger Parkinson's Disease, Researchers Say By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, July 9, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A common virus once thought harmless to humans might be linked to Parkinson's disease, a new study says. The germ, Human Pegivirus (HPgV), was found in half the autopsied ...
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It's been a bad summer for tick bites in the Northeast. Here's why and what you should look for. Dr. Thomas Mather, the Director of the University of Rhode Island's Center for Vector-Borne Diseases, said hot and dry days can kill deer ticks but with few of those this spring, more ticks have survived to bite people and increase disease prevalence.
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'Forever chemicals' affect developing male brains "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, ...
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Researchers discover possible trigger for Parkinson's disease Researchers believe a usually harmless virus could trigger Parkinson's disease. · The Human Pegivirus (HPgV) belongs to the same family as hepatitis C and is a blood-borne virus. · Five out of 10 post-mortem brains of patients with Parkinson's had HPgV while ...
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Woman's wait for heart could take 'many more years' Kerry Fear Kerry Fear, wearing a clear mask which helps her breathe. She is Kerry Fear. Kerry Fear has been waiting more than a year for a new heart.
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Your Personality Predicts Which Workouts You'll Actually Stick To "We found some clear links between personality traits and the type of exercise the participants enjoyed most," said Flaminia Ronca, a study author and an associate professor at University College London, according to a press release.
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Hantavirus, rabies exposures confirmed at Grand Canyon National Park LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — An employee at Grand Canyon National Park was exposed to hantavirus, and a separate case of exposure to rabies in the park has also been confirmed. A Coconino County health official confirmed both reports to Nexstar's KLAS.
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Control measures have prevented 230000 Australian cancer deaths, study finds Two women in hospital receiving intravenous chemotherapy treatment. Cancer rates are rising in Australia, but a new study shows that control measures have led to a sharp drop in deaths.
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Novartis gets approval of first malaria medicine for newborns Currently, newborns and very young infants are treated with drug formulations that are intended for older, heavier children. They also are not eligible for approved malaria vaccines and are typically excluded from clinical trials of antimalarial medicines.
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Want to Be More Productive, Focused, and Healthier? Science Says Just Embrace the Virtuous Cycle of Diet and Sleep Where performance (and overall health) are concerned, sleep and diet work–or don't work– together. EXPERT OPINION BY JEFF HADEN @JEFF_HADEN. Jul ...
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NHS pharmacies to pilot 'sponge on a string' test to spot cancer precursor Scheme in England to identify signs of oesophageal cancer forms part of government's 10-year health plan. Andrew Gregory Health editor. Wed 9 Jul 2025 00.01 EDT. Share. Hundreds of people in England are to be offered a "sponge on a string" test to ...
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Excess weight hikes risk of health double-whammy among older women July 8 (UPI) -- Older women carrying excess weight have a higher risk of a life-threatening double-whammy, a new study says. Women past menopause with a higher body mass index were more likely to develop breast cancer if they had heart disease, ...
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Tiny antibody has big impact on deadly Hendra and Nipah viruses Dr Ariel Isaacs with a model showing yellow DS90 nanobodies fixed on a Nipah virus fusion protein. 9 July 2025. Researchers have discovered a strategy to neutralise two highly ...
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People with 'young brains' outlive 'old-brained' peers, scientists find But research has shown that we also have what's called a "biological age," a cryptic but more accurate measure of our physiological condition and likelihood of developing aging-associated disorders from heart trouble to Alzheimer's disease.
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Heartburn or something more serious? When to get chest pains checked out "Heartburn, also known as reflux, is characterised by a burning discomfort or pain behind the breastbone, which can sometimes extend into the throat," explains Dr Matthew Long, consultant gastroenterologist at The Lister Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK ...
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New 'sponge' cancer test to be trialled in high-street pharmacies NHS England is piloting a new way of preventing oesophageal cancer by identifying individuals with a condition called Barrett's oesophagus, which occurs when stomach acid damages the lining of the oesophagus or food pipe.
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US Measles Cases Hit Highest Level Since Disease Was Eliminated in 2000 "With an ongoing measles outbreak and routine child vaccination rates declining, this move will further fuel the spread of vaccine-preventable illnesses," said Dr Bruce A. Scott, president of the American Medical Association.
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People in poorer areas face lower stroke survival odds People who have a stroke are more likely to die within a year if they live in more deprived areas according to new research from the University of Aberdeen. Published in Cerebrovascular Diseases, the team analyzed data from almost 50,000 patients ...
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Tiny nanobody shows big promise in fighting Nipah and Hendra viruses Nanobodies are also easier to produce and more stable at higher temperatures than traditional antibodies, so we are very excited about the potential of our discovery to lead to new treatments." Dr. Ariel Isaacs at ...
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The childhood experience that may lower your risk of asthma and eczema Evidence suggests that early exposure to family members, food, germs, dust, dirt, pollen, and pets shapes our immune response. Samantha Chan,Jo Douglass. Tuesday 08 July 2025 14:11 BST. 0Comments. Evidence suggests spending time with animals could ...
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Coenzyme Q10 Precursors Reverse Motor Decline in a Young Patient People with mutations in genes involved in synthesizing CoQ10—called primary CoQ10 deficiencies—typically show signs of disease from soon after birth to early childhood. These include kidney disease, cardiomyopathy, and neurological symptoms like seizures, ...
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Health officials respond to growing concerns amid new measles cases (LEX 18) — Measles, a highly contagious respiratory illness spread through coughing and sneezing, is making headlines as cases rise in Kentucky. The Cleveland Clinic says unvaccinated children are at the highest risk for complications, ...
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Novartis wins approval: First malaria treatment drug for newborns and babies is here On July 8, Swissmedic – Switzerland's regulatory agency – greenlit Coartem Baby (also known as Riamet Baby), marking a groundbreaking milestone.
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More fibre, fewer health risks: evidence for this easy diet fix The insufficient intake of dietary fiber increases the risk of otherwise preventable obesity-related complications, such as hyperlipidemia, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and coronary heart disease. Research has also shown that increased fiber intake ...
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Redefining Alzheimer's development by mapping disease sequences The study identified four distinct disease trajectories leading to AD. These trajectories were: a mental health trajectory representing psychiatric conditions leading to cognitive decline; an encephalopathy trajectory representing brain dysfunctions that ...
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I'm a personal trainer and I think it's time people faced the truth about weight-loss jabs Tom Cowen has been in the fitness industry for more than 20 years and has seen various fads come and go. He fears the current trend for quick-fix weight-loss jabs has some serious health implications that we need to face up to.
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CDC ends emergency response to H5N1 bird flu (CNN) — The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it has ended its emergency response to H5N1 bird flu, citing a drop in cases. "As reports of animal infections with avian influenza A(H5N1) virus ("H5N1 bird flu") have declined and no ...
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What triggers Parkinson's Disease? Chicago scientists may have an answer Dr Igor Koralnik is a neurologist and the chief of neuroinfectious diseases at Northwestern Medicine. "We wanted to find out if there were some environmental factors such as viruses that could be implicated in causing ...
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Uncovering the hidden dangers of artificial light exposure In a comprehensive Genomic Press Innovators & Ideas interview published today, distinguished neuroscientist Dr. Randy J. Nelson shares insights from his pioneering research on how disrupted circadian rhythms affect brain function and overall health.
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Swiss medicines authority issues first approval for antimalarial drug for treatment of infants Switzerland's medical products authority has granted the first approval for a malaria medicine designed for small infants, touted as a breakthrough against a disease that takes hundreds of thousands of lives — nearly all in Africa — each year.
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Hantavirus exposure confirmed at Grand Canyon; 4 cases in Nevada in 2025 LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — A park employee at the Grand Canyon was exposed to hantavirus, and a separate case of exposure to rabies in the park has also been confirmed. A Coconino County health official confirmed both reports, which have been circulating in ...
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Adiposity-Linked Breast Cancer Risk Higher for Women With CVD HealthDay News — Women with cardiovascular disease (CVD) have a substantially higher adiposity-associated risk for breast cancer, according to a study published in Cancer. Emma Fontvieille, PhD, from the International Agency for Research on Cancer in ...
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Fibremaxxing: could TikTok's latest wellness trend actually make sense? Beans, pulses, starchy foods and seeds are having a moment on social media. And, for once, the health benefits suggest they deserve it. Wed 9 Jul 2025 12.01 EDT. Share. Name: Fibremaxxing. Age: Brand new. We're talking about superfast broadband, right?
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Many Americans misunderstand the health impact of processed foods Foods considered 'ultra-processed' can reduce diabetes risk or increase it, depending on which ones they are. Studies show it's processed meat consumption that is associated with diabetes and cardiovascular disease, not plant- ...
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The common bacteria linked to 'millions' of stomach cancer cases Scientists from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), part of the World Health Organisation, project that if current trends continue, around 15.6 million people born between 2008 and 2017 will be diagnosed with stomach (gastric) cancer in ...
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NHS to bring 'sponge-on-a-string' cancer test to the high street People with persistent heartburn or acid reflux will be offered an innovative 'sponge on a string' test in high-street pharmacies for the first time, as part of a new NHS pilot to help prevent oesophageal cancer. NHS England has today announced that ...
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