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A Debilitating Virus Surges Globally as Mosquitoes Move With Warming Climate A mosquito-borne virus that can leave infected people debilitated for years is spreading to more regions of the world, as climate change creates new habitats for the insects that carry it. More than 240,000 cases of the virus, chikungunya, ...
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Study suggests probiotics may suppress antibiotic resistance genes in preterm infants A small UK study of preterm infants is shedding new light on the impact of antibiotics and probiotics on the infant gut microbiome. The study, published last week in Nature Communications, found that among a cohort of very low birth weight (VLBW) ...
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What happens if you drink from a plastic water bottle left in a hot car Microplastics — plastic particles smaller than 5 millimeters — are in our food, water, clothing, personal care products, cosmetics and environment. And plastic water bottles. Under ...
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The Texas Measles Outbreak Is Over, Officials Say The measles outbreak in West Texas, which hospitalized nearly a hundred and killed two young children, is officially over, state health officials announced in a news release Monday. Officials declare an outbreak over after no new cases have been ...
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Women may have increased risk of blood vessel aging after COVID The researchers tested carotid-femoral pulse wave velocity (PWV), or how quickly blood travels from the neck to the legs, to assess the stiffness of blood vessels. Measurements were taken 6 months after initial infections and then again at 12 months. It is ...
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US pediatricians' new COVID-19 shot recommendations differ from CDC advice NEW YORK -- For the first time in 30 years, the American Academy of Pediatrics is substantially diverging from U.S. government vaccine recommendations. The group's new COVID-19 recommendations — released Tuesday — come amid a tumultuous year for public ...
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COVID reinfection may raise risk of persistent symptoms by 35% US adults reinfected with SARS-CoV-2 may be at a 35% greater risk for long COVID than those with one-time infections, a team led by the independent research institute RTI International posted last week on the preprint server medRxiv.
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Measles outbreak that sickened more than 700 declared over in Texas A total of 762 cases were recorded with more than two-thirds of infections among children, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). Nearly 100 people were hospitalized.
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Measles outbreak at the center of record US case numbers officially over, Texas says As of Aug. 5, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported a total of 1,356 confirmed measles cases across 40 states since the beginning of the year, resulting in three confirmed deaths and 171 hospitalizations.
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US pediatricians' new COVID-19 shot recommendations differ from CDC advice NEW YORK — For the first time in 30 years, the American Academy of Pediatrics is substantially diverging from U.S. government vaccine recommendations. The group's new COVID-19 recommendations — released Tuesday — come ...
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A disease is causing rabbits to look like zombies. Is it contagious? Rabbits with growths that resemble horns or tentacles have been spotted around Colorado, but wildlife officials say humans and their furry friends have little cause for concern. The animals' grotesque appearance has drawn comparisons to zombies and ...
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Diabetes Risk Clusters In Households "Many of these people will have been diagnosed with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, but a significant number could be unaware of their diagnosis," lead researcher Tainayah Thomas, an assistant professor of epidemiology and population health at Stanford ...
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Valley Fever in California: Symptoms, Treatment and Where You're Most at Risk in 2025 Valley fever is a lung infection that's caused by a fungus called coccidioides, or "cocci", which lives in soil in certain areas of California and the Southwestern U.S.. When soil that's contaminated with cocci is ...
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Somalia faces diphtheria surge amid vaccine shortages and aid cuts More than 1,600 cases, including 87 deaths, have been recorded, up from 838 cases and 56 deaths in all of 2024, said Hussein Abdukar Muhidin, the general director of Somalia's National Institute of Health.
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Does 'Social Apnea' Disturb Your Weekend Sleep? By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterTUESDAY, Aug. 19, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Folks who spend the weekend partying could be damaging their sleep through "social apnea," a new study says. Late nights drinking and smoking appear to cause a weekend spike ...
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Measles outbreak is over in Texas, state health officials declare We arrived at this point through a comprehensive outbreak response that included testing, vaccination, disease monitoring and educating the public about measles through awareness campaigns," DSHS Commissioner Dr. Jennife Shuford said in the release.
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More Teens Are Getting Vaccines Bucking national trends in childhood vaccination rates, more teens are getting recommended shots, including for measles and whooping cough. By Megha Satyanarayana edited by Josh Fischman. Healthcare worker in blue camo shirt fills syringe with MMR ...
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NYC Legionnaires' Outbreak: Fourth Death Confirmed, 101 Sickened MONDAY, Aug. 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Central Harlem has now caused four deaths and sickened 101 people, New York City health officials confirmed. The bacteria that cause the illness, called Legionella, ...
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Firefighters are at greater risk of cancer. Minneapolis hopes saunas in stations might help. The Minneapolis Fire Department has added saunas into its stations as a tool to protect its firefighters' health and well-being, and maybe reduce the chance that they develop cancer. Fire Chief Bryan Tyner, who was recently diagnosed with cancer and ...
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Texas says measles outbreak that sickened 762 people is over The U.S. is having its worst year for measles in more than three decades, as childhood vaccination rates against the virus decline and more parents claim exemptions from school requirements. The U.S. has confirmed 1,356 cases as of Aug. 5, according U.S ...
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Measles outbreak is over, Texas health officials say We arrived at this point through a comprehensive outbreak response that included testing, vaccination, disease monitoring and educating the public about measles through awareness campaigns," Dr. Jennifer Shuford, commissioner of the Texas Department of ...
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How Americans got hooked on supplements Humans have been consuming fermented foods for thousands of years, and they contain these healthy live microbes. If you're just taking the probiotics in capsule or pill form, there can be side effects, and you can actually reduce the diversity of your gut ...
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5 people in Michigan have confirmed cases of West Nile virus Others were identified in Macomb, Livingston and Sanilac counties. West Nile virus has infected people from Oakland and Emmet Counties, the local health departments reported Monday, Aug. 18, bringing the number of ...
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5th person dies after Legionnaires' disease outbreak sickens dozens in New York City National headlines from ABC NewsCatch up on the developing stories making headlines. NEW YORK -- A fifth person has died ...
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Low Awareness of HPV, Vaccine Availability, and Cancer Link Persists Nationwide Public awareness of human papillomavirus (HPV) and its link to cervical and oral cancers is alarmingly low in the US, especially in the Midwest and South. Advertisement.
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Mom Squad: It's time for back-to-school vaccinations, including measles shot The MMR vaccine, which protects against measles, mumps and rubella, is required by Ohio law for school attendance. However, increasing numbers of parents are seeking non-medical or religious exemptions from the requirement.
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Measles outbreak declared over in Texas Dr. Diego Hijano, a pediatric infectious disease expert from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, answers your questions on how the MMR vaccine can protect your kids from the measles.
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The West Texas Measles Outbreak Has Ended According to state health officials, a measles outbreak that started in an undervaccinated community and killed two children is now over. Image may contain Clothing ...
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'Zombie rabbit' virus has been around for a while, helped with HPV research, experts say A rabbit in Fort Collins with horn-like growths sparked a viral fascination worldwide, but experts say it's a harmless, naturally occurring virus. Author: Amanda Gilbert. Published ...
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Health officials investigate rare case of malaria in New Jersey Most people get malaria from the bite of an infected mosquito. Starting treatment as early as possible can often prevent severe illness and death, according to the CDC. By NBC New York Staff • Published 43 seconds ago • Updated 39 seconds ago.
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Texas declares measles outbreak over The Texas measles outbreak that sickened 762 people since late January is over, state health officials said Monday. It's been more than 42 days since the last new case was confirmed, meeting the threshold public health officials use to declare measles ...
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CDPHE tracks possible measles exposures at Denver airport and in Mesa County In addition to the second Mesa County measles case, CDPHE, the Denver Department of Public Health and Environment and Denver International Airport are notifying the public of a possible measles exposure at DIA. The out-of ...
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Doctor says the return of some diseases in recent years makes it even more important to get vaccines for young kids "Vaccines are victims of their own success," said Dr. David Higgins, assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. "They have been so successful that we don't routinely see diseases that many of our parents or ...
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New Jersey health officials investigate possible malaria case in Morris County Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease caused by a parasite transmitted by certain mosquitoes and is widespread in many tropical and subtropical countries. Malaria typically causes fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, and fatigue. It can also cause nausea, ...
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West Nile virus confirmed in Oakland County resident, officials say "This is an important reminder that West Nile Virus is present in our community," said Kate Guzman, health officer for Oakland County Health Division. "We strongly encourage residents to protect themselves from mosquitoes until the first hard frost of the ...
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CDC reports COVID-19 cases rising in Texas and across the US "As kids go back to school, we're going to have to be very careful because COVID-19 will begin to spread," said Steven Love, president and CEO of the DFW Hospital Council.
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Plum resident tests positive for West Nile virus, Allegheny County's first human case of the year They began experiencing symptoms in mid-July, according to health officials. The individual's symptoms were fever, malaise, diarrhea and anorexia. About 1 in 5 people who are infected develop a fever and other ...
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Timing and consistency of activity linked to better fitness Everyone then underwent testing to assess their heart and lung health (collectively known as cardiorespiratory fitness) and walking efficiency (the amount of energy required to walk at a person's preferred walking speed).
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Bay St. Louis man loses leg after case of 'flesh-eating' vibrio vulnificus At 64 years old and retired, Brian Schilling spent one July afternoon out on the water in Bay St. Louis, but that quick trip to pick up some crab traps and tie up the boat at the Henderson Point public launch changed his life forever.
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4 human cases of West Nile Virus confirmed in Michigan The four cases were out of Oakland, Sanilac, Macomb, and Livingston Counties. The disease is carried by mosquitos and transferred through their bites. While Vector-Borne Disease Epidemiologist Rachel Burkholder said this ...
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6 fruits and vegetables that are good for fixing gut health Apples, bananas, leafy greens, sweet potatoes, carrots, and avocados are excellent choices for promoting a balanced gut microbiome and reducing inflammation.
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Austin doctors say that summer cold might just be COVID When it comes to respiratory symptoms like cough, runny nose, headache and sore throat, there are a lot of viral and bacterial infections that can be the culprit. In Central Texas, you can't rule out pollen either.
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Inspiring breast cancer breakthroughs Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) has a rich history of breast cancer breakthroughs leading to new drug targets, lifesaving treatments, and improved diagnostic and screening techniques. For World Breast Cancer Research Day, we present ...
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New heart guidelines urge people with high blood pressure to avoid alcohol The update — the first since 2017 — keeps diagnostic thresholds the same but calls for earlier intervention. Adults with systolic readings of 130–139 mm Hg should begin with lifestyle changes, and if those fail after three to six months, doctors are ...
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Electromechanical reshaping could be a gentler alternative to LASIK But not everyone wants to wear prescription glasses or contact lenses. Accordingly, hundreds of thousands of people undergo corrective eye surgery each year, including LASIK - a laser-assisted surgery that reshapes the cornea and corrects vision.
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New York State Department of Health Recognizes World Breast Cancer Research Day Breast cancer can be a life altering diagnosis that can overwhelm individuals and their families, and comes with numerous physical, emotional and financial burdens. The New York State Cancer Registry continues to serve as an important tool for ongoing ...
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As tick season worsens, researchers make strides towards a vaccine for tick immunity Although Lyme disease is the most common tick-transmitted disease in the U.S, ticks can also transmit many other dangerous infections, including Rocky Mountain spotted fever and Powassan virus. One particular tick has been making ...
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New Brain Implant Could Let People Speak Just by Thinking Words HealthDay News — For the first time, scientists have created a brain implant that can "hear" and vocalize words a person is only imagining in their head. The device, developed at Stanford University in California, could help people with severe ...
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NJDOH and NJDEP Investigate Case of Malaria in Morris County Resident with No Recent International Travel NJDOH is working closely with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to investigate potential sources of infection; it is possible the resident was infected with malaria in New Jersey. If confirmed, ...
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UC College of Medicine faculty help shape national guidelines for cardiovascular, stroke care The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is reaffirming its leadership in advancing cardiovascular and neurological health, with two faculty members contributing to newly released national guidelines from the American Heart Association (AHA), ...
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