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Shingles Vaccination Linked to Vascular Benefits With Breakthrough Infections and in People With HIV Shingles is linked to an increased risk for both major cardiovascular events and dementia, but vaccination against herpes zoster is associated with a reduced risk for both of these in those who experience breakthrough infections over 5 years, ...
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Antidepressants' Effects on Cardiovascular Risk Factors Vary Widely Physiologic and cardiometabolic effects of antidepressants vary widely, particularly in terms of weight, heart rate, and blood pressure — differences that may influence treatment adherence and long-term health outcomes, a large-scale analysis showed.
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More avian flu on Minnesota turkey farm, backyard flocks in multiple states In the past 2 days the US Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has reported several new detections of highly pathogenic avian flu in both commercial poultry and backyard birds. Notably, a commercial turkey farm ...
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Antidepressant side effects differ greatly depending on the drug, study finds Doctors have long known that antidepressants come with side effects for cardiovascular and metabolic health. But a major analysis from a team of researchers in the U.K. has, for the first time, pulled together data from more than 150 clinical trials to ...
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Study finds mRNA coronavirus vaccines prolonged life of cancer patients The study examined the records of more than 1,000 MD Anderson patients who had already started approved immunotherapy for advanced non-small-cell lung cancer and melanoma, a type of skin cancer, comparing those who received coronavirus mRNA vaccines with ...
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Hand, foot, and mouth disease outbreak hits 31 schools, day cares in Tennessee county An outbreak of hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) has hit Tennessee, affecting dozens of schools in Shelby County, which includes the city of Memphis. The county health department said cases were first identified in August, but health officials were ...
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How many hours of sleep do I need? The real numbers to know. But sleep is more than a luxury or idle downtime, it's a vital biological process that supports nearly every system in your body. It allows your brain to consolidate memories, clear metabolic waste, regulate hormones and repair muscle tissue. Your immune ...
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Early Crohn's treatment 'could save NHS millions' Researchers from Addenbrooke's Hospital and the University of Cambridge found using biologic drugs like Infliximab soon after diagnosis, rather than when symptoms worsen, was five times more effective at controlling the disease. New economic analysis of ...
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Contaminated meat was linked to 1 in 5 UTIs, according to a study out of Southern California E. coli bacteria. E. coli is a common bacterial infection that causes diarrhea, urinary tract infections, abdominal pain, pneumonia and other illnesses. (U.S. Centers for Disease Control ...
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Bad Gums Tied to Big Brain Risks Gum disease was linked with white matter hyperintensities, an imaging marker of cerebral small vessel disease, data from the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities (ARIC) cohort showed. Among 1,143 ARIC participants, periodontal disease was associated ...
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New Report Explores Reasons For W.Va.'s High Obesity Rate The report also explored what's driving those grim health statistics so high – and some of the biggest risk factors have nothing to do with food. Maria Young caught up with TFAH President and CEO Dr. Nadine ...
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Having trouble getting in your daily steps? The latest science says you may not need to fret If some days it's easier to reach your step goals than others, you may still be protecting yourself against cardiovascular disease and early death, according to a new study. Video above: Having the right running shoes can make all the difference.
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Heart Benefits of Wegovy Extend Beyond Weight Loss, Study Shows A new analysis of a major clinical trial affirmed that Wegovy, the popular obesity drug, lowers the risk of major heart issues like heart attacks and strokes in some adults, but showed that weight loss could not fully explain the cardiovascular ...
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This nation has the fastest rising rate of cancer cases — and deaths — in the world A cloud of smog hovers above Lebanon's capital Beirut on August 14, 2025. Air pollution from diesel generators and smokey tailpipes are among the reasons that cancer is surging in Lebanon ...
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Personalizing Menopause Treatment for Uncommon Symptoms Menopause can cause esoteric symptoms like burning mouth syndrome and tinnitus, which are difficult to diagnose and treat due to limited data. · Hormone therapy may influence auditory processing and sensitivity, but evidence for its efficacy in treating ...
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This nation has the fastest rising rate of cancer cases -- and deaths -- in the world Ali Mokdad stands in the heart of Beirut. Cars and trucks and motorcycles rumble everywhere. "If you look at a car passing by, you see smoke coming out of it — that's illegal in Lebanon. But nobody enforce[s] it," says Mokda, the chief strategy officer ...
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Gum disease could be linked to an increased risk of stroke and brain damage, studies find Keeping your mouth healthy may help keep your heart and brain healthy too, according to new research. In a study published Wednesday in Neurology Open Access, researchers found adults with gum disease may be more likely to have signs of damage to the ...
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New cancer screening blood test from Madison firm is available to the public Dr. Tom Beer, chief medical officer of multi-cancer early detection at Exact Sciences, told WPR's "Wisconsin Today" that the test is not a replacement for typical cancer screenings such as colonoscopies and mammograms. It is meant to complement them.
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Get your jabs, don't oversleep, don't be too keen to go to work: GPs' tips for battling winter illnesses "Winter is a tricky time," says Dr Babak Ashrafi, a GP who works for Superdrug and is based in London. "Short days, chilly air and a lot of time spent indoors with other people and their germs. My advice is to think of health as a three-legged stool: sleep ...
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Bat Week is coming in Connecticut. Here's what that means HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - Connecticut celebrates Bat Week from Oct. 24-31. The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection said the week is meant to celebrate the role bats play in the world's ecosystems and their value to humans.
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Essential questions for patients in the age of AI doctor visits How should we think about AI in our medical care? So far, the patient care experience hasn't changed all that much, says Nigam Shah, professor of medicine at Stanford University, chief data ...
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Semaglutide benefits heart health regardless of weight lost Participants classed as overweight (i.e. a body mass index [BMI] of 27) — the average BMI for adults in the UK — were found to have similar benefits to those classed as obese (i.e. a BMI of 30 or higher).
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HIV prevention jab approved for use in England and Wales – here's how it works The drug, cabotegravir, would benefit an estimated 1,000 people at risk of HIV in England and Wales. It offers a long-acting alternative to other existing preventive HIV drugs, which are only available as pills and usually must be taken on a daily basis.
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Hunger and hormones together drive aggression toward pups in female mice Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have found that hunger can make virgin female mice aggressive towards pups, but only in certain hormonal states. These mice would usually ignore other females' pups or show parent-like caring behavior.
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ASA: Deaths From Fentanyl + Stimulants Rising in Older Adults (HealthDay News) — Overdose deaths in older adults from fentanyl mixed with stimulants, such as cocaine and methamphetamine, have surged in the past eight years, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of ...
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Mediterranean diet linked to dramatically lower odds of endometriosis Studies suggest that nutritional interventions, especially diets rich in fruits, vegetables, and other plant-based foods, may reduce inflammation and pain symptoms. Additionally, diets high in polyunsaturated fatty acids or low in gluten or nickel may ...
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Healthier Hawaii: Detecting Lung Cancer HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Lung cancer is not only one of the most common cancers in the U.S., it's also the leading cause of cancer death here in Hawaii. Dr. Eric Crawley is a pulmonologist at Pali Momi Medical Center and explains signs, symptoms, ...
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Weight-loss drug cuts heart attack risk regardless of kilograms shed, study finds The select trial, led by University College London (UCL), looked at whether or not people taking the drug went on to suffer a "major adverse cardiac event" – including heart disease deaths, heart attacks or strokes.
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PAHO highlights 31 years without polio in the Americas and calls to strengthen vaccination efforts Despite the Americas being certified polio-free in 1994, only 83% of children received the third dose of the polio vaccine in 2024 — well below the 95% needed to prevent outbreaks. Washington, D.C., October 23, 2025 (PAHO) — On World Polio Day (October ...
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HEPA Purifiers Do Not Reduce Viral Exposures in Classrooms Relative humidity, grade, winter season, and coarse particulate matter were the environmental risk factors tied to viral exposure. "In addition to air filtration or better ventilation, maintaining classroom humidity between 40% and ...
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The search for mutations that sperm acquire as men age Owing to their abundance and longevity, these germline stem cells can accumulate mutations — and, uniquely, they are the only replicating adult cells that can transmit acquired mutations to offspring. Writing in Nature, Neville et ...
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As vaccine policies shift under Trump admin, Pa. pediatricians focus on keeping patients informed Doctors told Spotlight PA they're speaking often and openly with parents who are increasingly anxious about the safety of vaccines — including COVID-19 shots, which the Trump administration has changed CDC guidance for.
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Multi-drug resistance: A One Health approach "Antibiotic resistance doesn't respect fences," said Yosra Helmy, DVM, MVSc, PhD. That's why it's so important to employ strategies such as antimicrobial stewardship, biosecurity, and client education to avoid selecting for new multi-drug resistant ...
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Air pollution linked to dementia, caused 626000 deaths worldwide in 2023 Air pollution is no longer just a respiratory or heart health issue. According to the State of Global Air 2025 report, air pollution contributed to 626,000 dementia-related deaths in 2023, accounting for 29 per cent of all global dementia deaths.
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Step study: 4000 counts for a lot How many steps do you need to reap health benefits? A new study by investigators from Harvard and Mass General Brigham examined 13,547 older women, comparing their step counts over a one-week period against their mortality and cardiovascular disease ...
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Health warning aftrer dozens of Queenslanders bitten by bats The Townsville Public Health Unit reported 17 people had been bitten or scratched by a flying fox in the Townsville area and another 20 people across Mackay. Acting director Kate Murton said flying foxes could carry the fatal ...
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Polio eradication explained Poliomyelitis, also known as polio, is a highly infectious disease that mainly affects nerves in the spinal cord and brain stem. Most people infected with the virus don't show any symptoms, but a small number become paralyzed. Polio primarily targets ...
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Gluten sensitivity: It's not actually about gluten People with NCGS experience symptoms after consuming gluten but do not have coeliac disease, an autoimmune disease triggered by gluten. Common symptoms include bloating, gut pain and fatigue. Lead researcher, University of Melbourne Associate ...
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World Polio Day 2025 Between January and October 2025, 15 African countries reached nearly 200 million children with at least one dose of polio vaccine through supplementary immunization rounds. Thirteen countries mounted synchronized campaigns, including in highly challenging ...
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Health officials urge New Yorkers to get flu and COVID shots Dr. Michelle Morse, acting commissioner of the city's Department of Health, joined "Mornings On 1" to administer flu shots to Jamie Stelter and Pat Kiernan — and to share more about what to expect this flu season.
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Study sheds light on how aging unfolds in pets and humans Scientists have long sought measurable signs in the body, called biomarkers, that reliably reveal our biological age or predict future health issues. Now, a new study in dogs-an ideal model for this research because they share our genetic diversity, ...
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Resistant Bacteria Are Advancing Faster Than Antibiotics One in six laboratory-confirmed bacteria tested in 2023 proved resistant to antibiotic treatment, according to the World Health Organization. All were related to various common diseases.
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Does collagen really make your skin look younger? What the research shows. Are collagen supplements beneficial? Collagen is found throughout the body — in skin, hair, nails, cartilage, and bones — where Godoy says it "helps maintain our skin's elasticity and volume.".
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Long COVID Linked to Development of Cardiovascular Disease Long COVID was defined as having self-reported COVID-19 symptoms that lasted beyond 3 months after the initial SARS-CoV-2 infection. The presence of CVD was based on self-reported diagnoses of coronary heart disease, angina, myocardial infarction, or ...
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Antibiotic Resistance Rising Fast, WHO Warns These antibiotic-resistant infections, known as antimicrobial resistance (AMR), kill more than 1 million people a year and contribute to the deaths of nearly 5 million others. "Antibiotic resistance is widespread and ...
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Tongue MRI may hold key to early MND detection Standard MRI scans of the tongue could help detect and monitor motor neurone disease (MND) at an earlier stage, new research has found. The study discovered that people living with MND who have difficulty speaking or swallowing tend to have smaller ...
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HMGN1 gene linked to heart problems in people with Down syndrome Nearly half of all babies born with Down syndrome face congenital heart defects, often involving serious malformations that require surgery in the first months of life. For decades, scientists have known that having an extra copy of chromosome 21-the ...
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Mansfield Hospital To Participate in Lung Cancer Screening Day Participants will benefit from Low-Dose Computed Tomography (LDCT) screenings, which have been shown to reduce lung cancer deaths by up to 20% compared to no screening or chest X-rays. Those eligible ...
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Pregnant with breast cancer: One woman's journey at VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center By Bill Potter. For Tasha Cade, finding out she was pregnant with her first child in 2022 should have brought on feelings of elation, excitement and anticipation. Instead, in her first trimester, she was delivered news no one wants to hear: You have ...
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Our scientists discover early trigger of diabetic eye disease The new study, led by Dr Giulia De Rossi at UCL, reveals that a protein called LRG1 plays a critical role in starting the earliest stage of eye damage after diabetes develops. LRG1 causes the cells ...
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