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Weed Potency Is Skyrocketing: Should We Worry? This transcript has been edited for clarity. Welcome to Impact Factor, your weekly dose of commentary on a new medical study. I'm Dr F. Perry Wilson from the Yale School of Medicine. Marijuana ain't what it used to be. Not by a long shot.
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Doctors Find Early Success With Partial Heart Transplants So, Dr. Joseph Turek, the chief of pediatric cardiac surgery at Duke University Medical Center, proposed a partial heart transplant, which would use valves, arteries, veins and muscle from a donor heart to repair Owen's own.
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Human Case of Flesh-Eating Screwworm Reported in Maryland A close-up view of a screwworm larva with its tiny black teeth on a. Screwworm flies are attracted to and lay eggs in open wounds. On hatching, the larvae burrow into the ...
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In a Lab, the Hunt for a Killer: The Legionella Germ Causing an Outbreak While doctors treated infected patients, public health researchers were in a race to pinpoint which towers were harboring the pathogen. By late August, bacteria had been found in 12 towers, and the search had moved ...
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Why COVID keeps roaring back every summer, even as pandemic fades A pharmacist prepares a flu and COVID vaccine. Pharmacist Deep Patel, left, prepares the flu and COVID-19 vaccine for Brandon Guerrero at a CVS in Huntington Park in summer 2024.
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Alzheimer's Risk: What Do the Data Show? "Our study suggests that women should make sure they are getting omega fatty acids in their diet — through fatty fish or via supplements. However, we need clinical trials to determine if shifting the lipid composition can influence the biological ...
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NYC health officials probing community cluster of Legionnaires' disease in Harlem Since the outbreak began on July 25, the city health department has reported 113 cases of the disease in the neighborhood. As of Aug. 26, seven people diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease were hospitalized.
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In the brain, a lost limb is never really gone A rare circulatory problem required Emily Wheldon to have her left arm amputated three years ago. Her brain still thinks it's there. "Most days, it just feels like I've got my arm next to me," she says. The perception is so compelling that Wheldon had ...
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Plague infects man from New Mexico The patients had sought care for an acute respiratory illness featuring conjunctivitis ("pink eye") or symptoms such as cough, fever, and congestion, which are common in early H5N1 infections.
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Study Finds GLP-1 Receptor Agonists May Reduce Cancer Risk in Adults with Obesity Treatment with GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) was associated with an overall reduced risk of 12 out of 13 obesity-related cancers, according to retrospective cohort study findings published in JAMA Oncology. The findings help to further elucidate ...
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Vaccine Integrity Project Fills Information Gap In advance of the upcoming respiratory virus season, the VIP presented its first live-streamed webinar on August 19 with data on influenza, COVID, and RSV vaccines, focusing on indications for pregnant women, children, and immunocompromised individuals.
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Common Cold Linked to Reduced Risk of COVID-19 Infection Recent rhinovirus infection, which can cause the common cold, could offer protection against SARS-CoV-2—the virus that causes COVID-19—through increased expression of antiviral airway genes, according to new data published by investigators in The ...
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Patients With Advanced Cancer Report Disconnect in Desired Versus Delivered Care Among cancer patients who preferred comfort-focused care, the 24-month mortality did not differ significantly between those who received discordant life-extending care and those whose care focused on comfort.
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Two Louisiana cities were named US allergy capitals. What to know to manage fall allergies. Dr. John Carlson, an allergist and immunologist at Ochsner Health, researches the environment and how that can trigger allergic conditions. That can include reactions from venomous insects to allergies to particles in the air that may bring on asthma.
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New ACC guidance urges uptake of 5 vaccines for heart patients Today, the American College of Cardiology (ACC) released vaccination recommendations for adults with cardiovascular disease, urging immunization against COVID-19, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), pneumonia, and herpes zoster (shingles).
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New Mexico man diagnosed with plague in state's 1st human case this year: Officials The patient, a 43-year-old man from Valencia County -- located just southwest of Albuquerque -- was hospitalized with the condition but has since been discharged, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) said on Monday.
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More Potassium, Less Pressure: The Diet-Hypertension Link The study authors, who published their findings in the American Journal of Physiology-Renal Physiology, noted that increasing the proportion of dietary potassium to sodium intake could be more effective in lowering hypertension than solely reducing sodium ...
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Mediterranean diet paired with other lifestyle changes slashes diabetes risk Dr. Brett Osborn, a Florida neurosurgeon and longevity expert, shares why a low-glycemic index diet is essential for healthy glucose levels and reduced inflammation. Eating a Mediterranean diet — ...
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Drowning In Chaos? A New Mindset Can Protect Against Depression, Stress By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterWEDNESDAY, Aug. 27, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Struggling to cope with today's catastrophe-filled world? Changing your mindset can help protect you from the stress caused by disease outbreaks, wildfires, earthquakes, ...
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Measles vaccine plea ahead of return to school Parents and carers in West Yorkshire are being urged to check their child is fully vaccinated against measles before the end of the summer holidays. Dr James Thomas, medical director at NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board, said there was a "real ...
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Plant compound could fight aggressive leukaemia The compound, which is extracted from the woolly Plectranthus plant, has also been found to improve conventional chemotherapy by blocking a protein which allows cancer cells to resist the treatment. Dr Maria Teresa Esposito, a ...
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Spending on GLP-1s has grown dramatically. Here are the details Effective GLP-1s marketed under brand names such as Ozempic and Mounjaro have grown popular. That has translated into big dollar figures. By. Kevin B. O'Reilly , Senior News Editor. Aug 27, 2025 | 5 Min Read.
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Gabapentin and Pain; Autism, ADHD, and Prenatal Acetaminophen; Women and Dementia A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials suggested gabapentin and pregabalin should not be usedopens in a new tab or window to reduce pain intensity or sleep disruption in patients with peripheral nerve injury.
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Man receives world's first pig lung transplant in groundbreaking medical procedure A man in China became the first recipient of a pig lung. The genetically modified pig organ was transplanted into the 39-year-old, according to an Aug. 26 report by the journal Nature. The procedure took place last year, performed by researchers at the ...
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'We are sweating': Missouri kindergarten vaccination rates fall below immunity threshold The percentage of kindergarten students in Missouri vaccinated against diseases like measles and whooping cough is dropping each year as more parents turn in non-medical exemptions prior to their child's first day of school.
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Alabama announces first measles case of the year The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) yesterday announced the state's first measles case of the year, which marks its first case in 23 years. measles abdomen Bilanol / iStock. In a statement, officials said the patient is an unvaccinated child ...
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Potential link between extreme long distance running and colon cancer in younger adults, study finds Dr. Tim Cannon, a medical oncologist, told WTOP after examining several young endurance runners under the age of 40 who had advanced colon cancer, he hypothesized that prolonged stress on the gut during long-distance running may trigger cancer-causing ...
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West Nile cases on the rise in North Dakota, Minnesota, health officials say Jared Lamirante of Cass County Vector Control analyzes and separates mosquitoes collected from traps earlier in the day on Friday, Sept. 11, 2020, in West Fargo. Alyssa Goelzer / Forum file photo.
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People carrying two copies of 'Alzheimer's gene' lowered risk by 35% via diet changes Closely following the Mediterranean diet lowered the risk of dementia by at least 35% in people with two copies of the APOE4 gene, a major risk factor for Alzheimer's, according to a new study. "We followed over 5,700 people for 34 years and found ...
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Two new deaths from flesh-eating bacteria reported eating Louisiana oysters Louisiana health officials confirm two more Vibrio-related deaths linked to oyster consumption, raising the state's total fatalities to six amid a surge of infections this summer.
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How cloves might help relieve pain and inflammation Medicinally, they're most commonly used in the form of clove oil. It contains eugenol, a compound with well-documented anaesthetic and anti-inflammatory effects. Eugenol, the main active compound in ...
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CDC's new COVID-19 vaccine guidance could limit access for many COLORADO, USA — New federal guidance on the COVID-19 vaccine is expected to make it more difficult for many people to get the shot. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is expected to recommend the vaccine for people over 65 and ...
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Cannabis users who are self-medicating run higher risk of paranoia, study finds Those who take drug because of pain, anxiety or depression found to be more likely to develop paranoia than recreational smokers. Tobi Thomas Health and inequalities correspondent. Wed 27 Aug 2025 01.00 EDT. Share. People who start smoking cannabis to ...
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Flesh-eating bacteria kills 5th person in Florida, infections surge to 20 cases WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — A surge in infections from the rare and deadly flesh-eating bacteria Vibrio vulnificus has claimed five lives in Florida this year, as cases have soared to 20 in just a matter of weeks, with one now in Martin County, ...
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Common Painkillers Quietly Fueling Antibiotic Resistance Researchers at the University of South Australia assessed the interaction of non-antibiotic medications; the broad-spectrum antibiotic ciprofloxacin, which is used to treat common skin, gut and urinary tract infections; and Escherichia coli (E. coli)—a ...
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Study reveals alarming rise in colorectal cancer among younger adults Dr. Jason Mizell, a colorectal surgeon with Baptist Health, confirmed the findings, stating, "Unfortunately, they are. And not only are we seeing more cancer in early people, but we're seeing when those cancers are discovered, they're found to be a bit ...
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Discordance Seen Between Care Goals, Treatment Intent in Advanced Cancer (HealthDay News) — More patients with advanced cancer report that their treatment discordantly focuses on longevity over comfort than patients with other illnesses, according to a study published online Aug. 25 in Cancer. Manan P. Shah, M.D., ...
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Why Salmonella Dublin poses a food safety threat in beef and dairy S. Dublin contaminates other cattle or humans primarily via the feco-oral route but can also be carried through saliva or milk. Infected calves become severely ill. A high proportion develop septicemia and respiratory disease, leading to death.
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Majority of reproductive-aged women face modifiable risks linked to birth defects An analysis using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) among 5,374 women of reproductive age indicates that two thirds of women within this demographic have at least one modifiable risk factor, such as low folate ...
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Are ultramarathon runners really at increased risk of bowel cancer? Exercise is a cornerstone of good health and evidence shows it can even help prevent cancers returning following treatment. But new findings are raising an unexpected question: could very high-volume endurance training carry its own risks?
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August is National Immunization Month ALPENA — August is National Immunization Awareness Month, and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and District Health Department No. 4 (DHD4) encourage Michigan residents and community members to get vaccinated and stay up to ...
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Canada Releases First Smoking Cessation Guideline for Adults The Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care has released practical guidance, along with a menu of options, to help adults quit smoking tobacco. The guideline includes evidence-based behavioral and drug therapies — and for the first time, ...
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CDC report shows over 90% of women under 50 face birth defect risk factors Other risks include smoking, drinking alcohol, having diabetes, or not getting enough folic acid before pregnancy. Folic acid is especially important early on, because it helps prevent serious brain and spinal cord problems in babies.
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Climate variability may speed up the spread of vector-borne diseases Dr. Priyom Bose, Ph.D. ... Scientists warn that unpredictable climate swings could bring mosquito-borne disease outbreaks years earlier than expected, urging governments to act now on surveillance and preparedness.
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Data shows vax rates dropped in Lancaster County; outbreak risk increases Lancaster County is at increased risk for outbreaks of preventable diseases as most student vaccination rates fall. Data from the state Department of Health shows that Lancaster County vaccination rates during the 2024-2025 school year have decreased ...
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Don't normalise period pain: Endometriosis cases rising in India Dr. Buchade urges women to seek early diagnosis and treatment, highlighting a case of ruptured endometriotic cysts requiring surgical intervention. Robotic surgery offers a minimally invasive solution for complex cases, improving outcomes and recovery.
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Clinical Reflections on the SSRI and Pregnancy FDA Panel Read the full, exclusive transcript from the inaugural "Brain Trust: Conversations in Clinical Psychopharmacology" video with Joseph F. Goldberg, MD, and Marlene Freeman, MD. Advertisement.
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Scientists have been wrong about phantom limbs for decades – new study This idea of large-scale brain reorganisation became a central pillar of what neuroscientists call adult brain plasticity: the ability of the brain to change its structure and function in response to injuries, new experiences or training.
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Minnesota health officials encourage precautions amid rise in West Nile virus cases West Nile virus is transmitted to people through a mosquito bite. While health experts say most people who are bitten by infected mosquitoes will either have no symptoms or just a mild flu-like illness, it ...
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Flesh-eating bacteria cases are on the rise According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the potentially deadly bacteria thrive in coastal waters during warmer months, especially in brackish waters, where fresh water meets the sea. You can get the ...
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