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	health Daily update ⋅ September 20, 2025
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	CBS News Watch Live: CDC advisory panel discusses COVID-19 vaccine risks, spars with outside experts over process CBS News The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, or ACIP, is meeting Friday to discuss and vote on COVID-19 vaccine recommendations. The panel voted Thursday to change a recommendation on the combined measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (MMRV) vaccine, ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBS News CDC advisory panel voted on measles and COVID vaccines this week. Here are the key takeaways. CBS News The recommendations panel, known as the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, or ACIP, has undergone changes in recent months, with all new members picked by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Flag as irrelevant
	The New York Times Pregnant Women Should Not Use Cannabis, New Medical Guidelines Say The New York Times Marijuana during pregnancy is linked to poor birth outcomes and developmental delays in children, a leading medical society advised. Share full ... Flag as irrelevant
	Harvard Gazette Making real gains in war on Alzheimer's Harvard Gazette For decades, researchers have chased the question: If amyloid is a key component, could clearing it out stop or even reverse Alzheimer's? The results are somewhat unclear. In trials, FDA-approved drugs that target amyloid plaques slow cognitive decline by ... Flag as irrelevant
	OCRegister Experts Alarmed by CDC Contract to Study Debunked Vaccine-Autism Link Medscape A spokesperson for RPI told Medscape Medical News that the project would be led by Juergen Hahn, PhD, director of the RPI Jackson Center for Biotechnology and Interdisciplinary Studies, Troy, New York. Hahn did not respond to requests for comment. Flag as irrelevant
	USA TODAY One kiss you don't want: Bloodsucking 'kissing bugs' are here to stay USA TODAY A "kiss" from these insects could make you deadly ill if left untreated. Chagas disease, or "kissing bug" disease, is a potentially fatal illness caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi and transmitted by the bloodsucking triatomine bugs. Flag as irrelevant
	Medscape Few Answers, Many Risks in Psychedelic Medicine Medscape The Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCPsych) has warned that there remain "lots of unknowns and potential risks" around the use of psychedelics and related substances (PARS) as treatments for mental illness. It called for more research before they are ... Flag as irrelevant
	www.tctmd.com European Experts Provide Advice on Managing CV Effects of COVID-19 www.tctmd.com A new consensus document from five subspecialty associations within the European Society of Cardiology gives recommendations for managing the cardiovascular consequences of COVID-19, spanning the acute and chronic phases, as well as adverse reactions to ... Flag as irrelevant
	MD Magazine Atopic Eczema Linked to Suicidal Ideation in Global Study of 30000 Adults MD Magazine EADV 2025 findings show patients with atopic eczema face greater risks of depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, and stigmatization. Advertisement. Flag as irrelevant
	Medscape Oncologists Divided on AI's Value in Diagnosing Cancers Medscape One third of oncologists said that they found AI helpful in diagnosing or staging cancer, according to a recent survey of 140 oncologists by Medscape. Slightly more (35%) reported that they did not consider the technology helpful and 32% were on the fence. Flag as irrelevant
	WSMV Nashville Who can get the Covid vaccine this fall and where is it available? WSMV Nashville NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Since 2020, getting the Covid vaccine every fall has been a regular recommendation for most Americans, but that's changing this year. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released updated guidance after approving the latest ... Flag as irrelevant
	Michigan Radio Michigan issues "standing recommendation" to allow COVID shot to virtually all people Michigan Radio The "standing recommendation" comes days after Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, a Democrat, issued an "executive directive" instructing state health and insurance officials to "ensure COVID-19 vaccines remain widely available in Michigan.". Flag as irrelevant
	CDC Emergency Preparedness Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo CDC Emergency Preparedness The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is issuing this Health Alert Network (HAN) Health Advisory about a new outbreak of Ebola virus disease (EVD) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). EVD is a severe illness and is often fatal. Flag as irrelevant
	Vox Your doctor might be using ChatGPT for a second opinion. Should you? Vox You search the internet for your symptoms, sometimes find helpful advice, and sometimes get sucked into a vortex of anxiety and dread, convinced that you've got a rare, undiagnosed form of cancer. Now, thanks to the wonder that is generative AI, you can ... Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net WHO's new report highlights the urgent need to address NCDs and mental health News-Medical.net The World Health Organization (WHO) today released a new report titled "Saving lives, spending less", revealing that an additional investment of just US$3 per person annually in tackling noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) could yield economic benefits of ... Flag as irrelevant
	Live 5 News WCSC SC confirms first human Eastern Equine Encephalitis death in over 20 years Live 5 News WCSC (WCSC) - The South Carolina Department of Public Health has confirmed the first human death of Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus since 2003. The death was confirmed to be in Beaufort County. "Sadly, ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Everything you need to know about 'kissing bug' disease in the US CNN Experts say "Kissing bugs" are now endemic in the US and spreading Chagas. CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta walks us through how the disease is diagnosed and treated. 02:36 - Source: CNN. Your Health 8 videos. Sanjay Still.png. Video Ad Feedback. Flag as irrelevant
	WILX-TV Michigan's top medical executive makes standing recommendation on COVID vaccines WILX-TV LANSING, Mich. (WILX) -Michigan's Chief Medical Executive has released a new standing recommendation on the COVID-19 vaccines. "National medical organizations and scientific experts continue to recommend routine COVID-19 vaccination for those at high ... Flag as irrelevant
	Nature.com Long COVID Linked to Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Neurology Advisor No significant differences were seen in other ovarian hormones. Increased menstrual inflammation was seen with long COVID on serum cytokine profiling, and immune cell aggregates were seen in menstrual endometrium. "Based on our findings, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Bridge Michigan Whitmer directs state agencies to promote COVID-19 vaccine access Bridge Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is instructing state agencies to review and remove barriers to COVID-19 vaccine access and to keep the shots covered by insurance; The directive comes ahead of a meeting of a federal advisory committee that's expected to roll back ... Flag as irrelevant
	Michigan Health & Hospital Association MI-ACP and MDHHS Webinar Reviews Latest Vaccine Recommendations Michigan Health & Hospital Association The Michigan chapter of the American College of Physicians (MI-ACP) and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) hosted a joint webinar Sept. 11 that gathered internal medicine physicians to discuss recent changes to COVID-19 vaccine ... Flag as irrelevant
	UT Physicians Get an affordable flu shot this season at UT Physicians UT Physicians These are just a few of the symptoms that come with contracting the flu virus. These symptoms can drag on for days. Flag as irrelevant
	shrewsburyma.gov West Nile Virus Risk Level Elevated to High for Shrewsbury by DPH shrewsburyma.gov These cases bring the total number of confirmed human cases of WNV this season to six. As a result, risk levels for WNV have been elevated to high in Auburn, Berlin, Boylston, Charlton, Holden, Hopkinton, Hudson, Leicester, Millbury, Northborough, Paxton, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Everyday Health 'Kissing Bug' Disease Has Found a Home in the US Everyday Health Kissing bugs can spread Chagas disease, which can lie dormant in the human body for years before causing potentially life-threatening complications. Public health officials are raising awareness in an effort to prevent the spread of ... Flag as irrelevant
	First Focus on Children The Kid Angle: The Vaccine Vortex First Focus on Children The CDC's recent deletion of the COVID-19 vaccine from the childhood immunization schedule has sowed chaos and confusion that coincides with a general decline in vaccine uptake that risks large outbreaks of potentially fatal diseases among children. Flag as irrelevant
	News-Medical.net Glucose-fructose mix found in sugary drinks fuels colorectal cancer metastasis News-Medical.net The sugar mix activated an enzyme called sorbitol dehydrogenase (SORD), which boosts glucose metabolism and triggers the cholesterol pathway, ultimately driving metastasis. This is the same pathway targeted by statins, common heart drugs that inhibit ... Flag as irrelevant
	KCCI Des Moines KCCI Investigates: Legionella cases up to 69; FFA field trip delayed due to outbreak KCCI Des Moines "Our students were planning on going to visit some larger industrial and manufacturing facilities," said Superintendent Ben Petty. Around 100 students were expected to go. The source of Marshall County's Legionella outbreak remains unknown ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Assembly Sepsis Can't Wait: Early Detection Is The Difference Between Life and Death The Assembly North Carolina has one of the highest sepsis mortality rates in the country. Novant Health is seeking a clear and consistent definition of sepsis that prioritizes early detection and intervention. Paid for by Novant Center for Public Policy Solutions ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Detroit News hsCRP Levels Increased With Intake of High Levels of Ultraprocessed Food Gastroenterology Advisor Gastroenterology Advisor, a trusted source of medical news and feature content for healthcare providers, offers clinicians insight into the latest research to inform clinical practice and improve patient outcomes. Your Privacy Choices. Flag as irrelevant
	Nature.com Fructose and glucose from sugary drinks enhance colorectal cancer metastasis via SORD Nature.com The consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs), which contain high levels of fructose and glucose, has been causally and mechanistically linked to an increased risk of colorectal cancer (CRC). However, the effects of SSB consumption on advanced ... Flag as irrelevant
	K-12 Dive School nurses: Keep K-12 vaccine mandates K-12 Dive The National Association of School Nurses says school vaccine requirements play a critical role in reducing the risk of disease outbreaks. Published Sept. 19, 2025. Kara Arundel's headshot · Kara Arundel Senior Reporter. Flag as irrelevant
	KCRG Business personhood under state code allows officials to keep source of Legionnaires' outbreak confidential Marshalltown Times Republican As case numbers of Legionnaires' disease continue to tick upward locally, frustrations over the unwillingness of state and local governments to identify the locations of the 12 cooling towers that are suspected as possibly containing legionella bacteria, ... Flag as irrelevant
	HealthCentral.com A New Definition of Obesity Could Make Rates Plummet HealthCentral.com The simple measurement—which assigns a number based solely on your height and weight—is the baseline by which obesity is diagnosed (a BMI of 30 or greater) and therefore part of the criteria for prescribing GLP-1 weight loss medications like Wegovy ( ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Conversation UK Poor sleep may nudge the brain toward dementia, researchers find The Conversation UK Every year the volunteers completed detailed memory tests and many also had brain scans that measured two telltale markers of future cognitive trouble: the buildup of amyloid plaques, and tiny spots of damage in the brain's white matter – known as white- ... Flag as irrelevant
	Science Daily Globally, Diabetes Underdiagnosed, Poorly Controlled With Treatment Gastroenterology Advisor HealthDay News — In 2023, 55.8 percent of those with diabetes were diagnosed, and 41.6 percent had optimal glycemic concentrations on treatment, according to a study published online Sept. 8 in The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology. Flag as irrelevant
	INQUIRER.net Parent-Focused Interventions Do Not Prevent Obesity at Age 24 Months Infectious Disease Advisor The researchers found no evidence of an effect of interventions on BMI Z score at 24 months. The findings were robust to prespecified sensitivity analyses. No evidence was seen for differential intervention effects for prespecified subgroups. Flag as irrelevant
	Telegraph.co.uk Weekly Journal Scan: REDEFINing the next generation of obesity pharmacotherapy academic.oup.com This comment refers to 'Coadministered Cagrilintide and Semaglutide in Adults with Overweight or Obesity' which was published in the New England Journal of Medicine, https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMoa2502081. Flag as irrelevant
	Economic Times Smoking Tied to Increased Risk for Type 2 Diabetes Renal and Urology News Emmy Keysendal, from the Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm, and colleagues investigated whether the influence of smoking on diabetes risk varied by subtype and explored interaction with genetic susceptibility to diabetes, insulin resistance (IR), and ... Flag as irrelevant
	CBC.ca Screens causing headaches? Take regular breaks, use eyedrops, experts say CBC.ca Computer vision syndrome (CVS), sometimes called digital eye strain, is the result of staring at a digital screen that's too close for too long. Headaches, dry or blurry eyes, as well as ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Louisiana reports five deaths from flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters The Guardian The higher numbers in Louisiana come after scientific researchers have warned of evidence that Vibrio infections are becoming more common amid rising sea surface temperatures associated with the climate crisis – which has primarily been spurred by human ... Flag as irrelevant
	Dartmouth-Hitchcock Dartmouth Health Project ECHO series to address risks to youth from vaping Dartmouth-Hitchcock Electronic cigarettes, better known as vapes, were originally marketed as a healthier alternative to tobacco products and inhaling smoke, and even a way to wean off nicotine addiction. However, vaping delivers highly concentrated nicotine that can lead ... Flag as irrelevant
	Daily Nation Childhood cancers account for over 2% of new cases in Karnataka annually The Hindu Doctors stress that with timely diagnosis and uninterrupted treatment, more than 70% of childhood cancers are curable — a message being reinforced during September, globally observed as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Flag as irrelevant
	NBC 6 South Florida Rabies alert issued for portion of Broward County after confirming case in raccoon NBC 6 South Florida Health officials reminded the public and its domestic animals to stay away from wild animals such as raccoons, bats, foxes, skunks and more. Take the following precautions to prevent rabies exposure: Immunize ... Flag as irrelevant
	The UCSB Current Soft robot steers itself down the human airway Nature.com To try to solve this issue, David Haggerty at Vine Medical in Santa Barbara, California, and his colleagues designed a robot that autonomously guides a soft plastic tube down the throat and into the windpipe. Flag as irrelevant

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