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Some women have higher risk of death on common heart attack medication, study finds A class of drugs called beta-blockers — used for decades as a first-line treatment after a heart attack— doesn't benefit the vast majority of patients and may contribute to a higher risk of hospitalization and death in some women but not in men, ...
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GLP-1 Agonists for Obesity Tied to Lower Cancer Risks GLP-1 receptor agonists (RAs) were associated with a 17% lower overall cancer risk in adults with obesity or overweight, with particularly reduced risks for endometrial, ovarian, and meningioma cancers. However, kidney cancer risk may be heightened.
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Legionnaires' Outbreak Traced to NYC-Owned Sites, Including Hospital Two signs on a wall read "Environmental Microbiology Legionella Food Testing Labs" and ". Water samples taken from cooling towers at Harlem Hospital and a construction site were found to contain Legionella bacteria that ...
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COVID cases, hospitalizations ticking up in the US but remain lower than last year COVID-19 cases are ticking up in the U.S. as children head back to school and the country prepares to enter the colder weather months. For the week ending Aug. 9, the COVID hospitalization rate was 1.7 per 100,000, double the rate from two months ago, ...
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Getting a COVID vaccine just got more complicated after new FDA restrictions FDA approves updated COVID vaccines with restrictionsThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved updated COVID-19 vaccines with restrictions on who can receive the shots.
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NYC Legionnaire's outbreak grows, with 1 new death As of August 28, 114 confirmed cases and 7 deaths have been reported, with 6 case-patients currently hospitalized. The outbreak was first reported in late July. Legionnaire's disease is a type of pneumonia ...
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Researchers detail new CPR method for use in space Space CPR conducted in weightlessness will be crucial to save their lives -- and researchers say they've now come up with a better method. Automatic chest compression carried out by a mechanical piston is expected to ...
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Young children diagnosed with ADHD are often prescribed medication too quickly, study finds The study, led by Stanford Medicine and published in JAMA Network Open, examined the health records of nearly 10,000 preschool-aged children ages 3 to 5 between 2016 and 2023 who were diagnosed with ADHD.
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Cancer can smuggle mitochondria in neighboring cells and put them to work In a study published in the journal Nature Cancer, biologists show that skin cancer cells are able to transfer their mitochondria to healthy connective tissue cells (fibroblasts) in their immediate vicinity. Mitochondria are the cell compartments that ...
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Sugary Drinks Increase Hair Loss Risk, but These Nutrients Can Help A new research review indicates that sugary drinks and alcoholic beverages can contribute to hair loss. However, certain nutrients, like vitamin D, iron, and protein, can help promote healthy hair. When prioritizing nutrition isn't enough to manage ...
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In 'uncharted waters' with COVID-19 vaccines, Michigan health leaders set own course Amid unprecedented and sweeping changes to federal vaccine policy, Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Michigan's chief medical executive, said public health officials in states like Michigan are taking the lead in determining how COVID-19 vaccines will roll out ...
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2 dead, 22 hospitalized after contracting flesh-eating bacteria: See where Another two people are dead and at least 22 more have been hospitalized because of a flesh-eating bacteria in Louisiana, state health officials confirmed. The reports involved Vibrio vulnificus bacteria, which is found in saltwater and brackish water ...
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Hospital makes progress but told more must be done Following inspections in March and April at Heartlands Hospital, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) upgraded ratings for urgent and emergency care and maternity services, both of which "require improvement". Services for children ...
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How Loneliness Affects Your Health Nearly half of Americans report feeling lonely, and the consequences extend far beyond emotional pain. Loneliness is tied to inflammation, weakened immunity, chronic disease, and even shortened lifespan. Kirtly Jones, MD, explores how loneliness ...
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Ohio says child vaccine rates are slipping; Shots a kindergartner needs Despite these long-standing requirements intended to keep classrooms safe, state health officials warn that fewer kindergartners arrive fully vaccinated than in years' past. Ohio Department of ...
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Don't Ignore These 2 Unusual Symptoms of Heart Attack in Women, Cardiologist Warns Most people know not to ignore chest pain, the most common symptom of a heart attack. But the warning signs can be much less obvious — especially in women, cardiologists warn.
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New eye hospital to have dedicated kids' areas Built on the former Vaux Brewery site, it will include an A&E waiting space designed with children in mind, children's treatment rooms and specific waiting areas, a South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust spokesperson said.
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Child in Atlantic County among first cases of West Nile virus in NJ this year It's mosquito season again! Here are some things to know about the most common mosquito-borne disease and how to protect yourself. A child tested positive for West Nile ...
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New American Heart Association guidelines emphasize lifestyle changes to combat high blood pressure Dr. Callie Rzasa is working to increase awareness about the updated standards and their significance for communities. "Trying to bring out more awareness," Rzasa said. Rzasa points out the staggering number of ...
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Pharmacies will require prescriptions for COVID shots in Colorado this year DENVER — Getting a COVID-19 vaccine this fall could be a lot more complicated in Colorado. State law only allows pharmacists to give vaccines recommended by the federal Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. That committee was recently ...
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Sellers of fake Botox jabs could be jailed for two years, says watchdog The MHRA says that since May 2023, its criminal enforcement unit, working with Border Force, has seized more than 4,700 vials of unlicensed botulinum toxin, with most products originating in South Korea. Among the ...
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Raising Potassium Cuts Arrhythmias in ICD Patients MADRID — Among patients with any cardiovascular disease who had an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) and were at high risk for ventricular arrhythmias, increasing potassium levels led to a significantly lower risk for arrhythmia events in ...
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New drug hailed as 'gamechanger' in tackling stubbornly high blood pressure Achieving a nearly 10 mmHg reduction in systolic blood pressure with baxdrostat in the BaxHTN phase-3 trial is exciting, as this level of reduction is linked to substantially lower risk of heart attack, stroke, heart failure and kidney disease.
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Kent's measles vaccine uptake below target The uptake of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine in Kent is below target, the county's chief medical officer says. By the end of March 2025, 85.3% of five-year-olds in Kent had received both doses of the vaccine. In Medway, the figure was ...
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Which food additives are the worst — and most likely to shorten your life What's been added to your food could be subtracting from your life. Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) — which often contain high levels of sodium, refined sugars, cholesterol-spiking fats and other lab-based ingredients — are believed to make up over 70% of ...
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Scientists Say a New Vaccine Could Finally Cure Acne Here's what you'll learn when you read this story: Sebaceous glands can become overactive and produce too much sebum (the natural oil that keeps your skin soft), which serves as a feeding ground for acne-causing bacteria. A new vaccination could ...
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US COVID-19 levels continue to climb gradually Data on US COVID-19 activity continue to reflect low but increasing levels of illness, with activity increasing in most parts of the country, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said today in its latest update.
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Rabbits with hornlike growths spotted in northern Wisconsin A close-up of a brown rabbits head showing facial malformations, with abnormal growths This photo provided by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources shows a deceased Eastern cottontail rabbit infected with Shope papillomavirus in October 2021 ...
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Herpes zoster vaccination linked to lower risk of heart attack and stroke The study is the first global systematic literature review and meta-analysis to comprehensively assess the evidence regarding an association between herpes zoster vaccination and cardiovascular events. The results are being presented today (08:15 ...
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Gardening's hidden benefits "Research suggests 20-30 minutes (of gardening) a few times a week can reduce stress and lift mood, with benefits increasing the more regularly one gardens," said Sarah Thompson, a professionally registered horticultural therapist in Boise, Idaho.
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CVS to require prescription for COVID-19 vaccines in some states, including Pennsylvania The 2025-26 COVID-19 vaccine won't be available at CVS pharmacies in some states without a prescription, CVS confirmed in a statement, citing regulatory issues. Author: ...
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What to know about the COVID vaccine: CVS pausing COVID shots amid uncertainty at CDC Crystal Cranmore has the details. The National pharmacy chain, CVS, has updated its plan for administering COVID-19 vaccines this fall. CVS says ...
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First human West Nile virus death of the season reported in Butte County WNV infections generally fall into three categories: asymptomatic, mild to moderate fever with fatigue and body aches, and severe illness with neurologic symptoms such as encephalitis or meningitis. Severe symptoms may last several weeks, and some may be ...
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Gardening's hidden benefits: How digging in the dirt could bolster mental wellbeing "Research suggests 20-30 minutes (of gardening) a few times a week can reduce stress and lift mood, with benefits increasing the more regularly one gardens," says Sarah Thompson, a professionally registered horticultural therapist in Boise, Idaho.
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Officials declare end to Harlem Legionnaires' outbreak after 7 deaths At least 90 percent of those infected — 104 people — had a known risk factor for severe illness, including being over the age of 50, smoking, chronic lung disease, other chronic conditions or a compromised immune system, the Health Department said.
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CDC's Anti-Smoking Ads Set to End After 13 Years HealthDay News — The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will stop airing its "Tips From Former Smokers" ads at the end of September, ending a 13-year campaign that helped millions of Americans quit smoking.
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Early prevention is key for treating cervical cancer, doctors say (KPLC) - Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable and treatable cancers yet one that often goes undiagnosed for many years. 7NEWS spoke to physicians at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital where they're doing ...
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REBOOT trial finds no benefit of beta blockers after uncomplicated heart attacks Beta blockers-drugs commonly prescribed for a range of cardiac conditions, including heart attacks-provide no clinical benefit for patients who have had an uncomplicated myocardial infarction with preserved heart function. Beta blockers have been the ...
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CVS holds off on offering COVID-19 vaccines in 16 states, including Pennsylvania A national pharmacy chain will not offer COVID-19 vaccine shots in more than a dozen states. CVS says it won't provide the shots in 16 states, including Pennsylvania, regardless of if a person meets the criteria for the vaccination.
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Early heart attack signs in women: 5 symptoms often confused with menopause Unlike men, women may experience fatigue, nausea, dizziness, or unexplained pain. A recent study emphasizes recognizing these subtle signals, especially during menopause. Prompt medical attention for unusual symptoms like breathlessness or persistent ...
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PREVENT equations provide more accurate risk estimates and support personalized hypertension care Using the Predicting Risk of cardiovascular disease EVENTs (PREVENT™) equations provides more accurate risk estimates and supports personalized treatment for adults with high blood pressure or hypertension, according to a new scientific statement ...
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Treatment Response to Antiseizure Medications Can Take More Than One Year HealthDay News — Many people with newly diagnosed focal episodes take more than 1 year and more than 1 antiseizure medication (ASM) to become seizure-free, according to a study published in JAMA Neurology. Sarah N. Barnard, MD, MIPH, ...
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Oneida County horse euthanized after testing positive for EEE virus Vienna, N.Y. — A yearling horse in Oneida County that tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) has been euthanized, according to county health officials. The horse - which is up to date on its vaccinations - developed neurological symptoms ...
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New Guideline Developed for Management of High Blood Pressure (HealthDay News) — In a new 2025 joint guideline issued by the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology, published online Aug. 14 in Circulation, updated recommendations are presented for the management of elevated blood ...
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Common Pain Meds Could Be Contributing To Antibiotic Resistance By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterFRIDAY, Aug. 29, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Common over-the counter painkillers might be quietly fueling antibiotic resistance, a new study warns. Ibuprofen and acetaminophen appear to enhance mutations in E. coli, ...
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CDC vaccine officials resign while childhood vaccination rates decline The Jacksonville, Florida, pediatrician said on average she'd hear vaccine skepticism from a couple of parents a month, at most, before the COVID-19 pandemic. "Now, it's every day," said Alissa, who is also president of the Florida Chapter of the American ...
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Mediterranean diet reduces diabetes risk, study shows Powerful new evidence suggests that following the Mediterranean diet while also cutting calories and increasing physical activity reduces the risk of Type 2 diabetes. A large randomized trial in Spain found that older adults at risk of diabetes who ...
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Type 2 diabetes prevented with adherence to Mediterranean diet and exercise, study finds A combination of a lower-calorie Mediterranean diet, exercise and nutritional support kept overweight to severely obese people between the ages of 55 and 75 from progressing to type 2 diabetes, a new study found. "Our study shows that modest, ...
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Why some women at risk of heart attack and stroke go undetected and undertreated A silent heart disease risk factor may explain why some women end up having heart attacks and strokes despite seeming like they are healthy, a new study suggests. The analysis of 30 years of data from more ...
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Fears over global mismatch between research and health needs Researchers are warning that the gap between global research priorities and health needs will widen again if the United States presses ahead with slashing funding for international disease control, with Sub-Saharan Africa the most exposed geographical ...
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