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Routine Liquid Biopsies Could Cut Advanced Cancer Diagnoses The study, published in Cancer, estimated that — in over 10 years — annual screening with a multicancer early detection (MCED) test could lead to a 45% reduction in stage IV diagnoses of 14 cancers among Americans aged 50-84.
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Quick takes: Polio in German wastewater, cholera in Africa, antimicrobial resistance in England The Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) said in its weekly update that a wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1)-positive sample was isolated from wastewater in Hamburg, Germany, this week. The sample has been linked to a WPV1 strain last identified in ...
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Allergan joins Michigan's CWD-positive county list with detection in young doe An emaciated 1.5-year-old doe that Allergan County, Michigan, private landowners reported in late summer has tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD), pushing the state's CWD-positive county tally to 17. Yesterday, the Michigan Department of ...
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Ultra-processed food may increase risk of polyps in young women, study finds The observational study found that women who reported consuming nine to 10 daily servings of ultra-processed foods seemed to have a 45 percent greater likelihood of getting colon polyps before the age of 50 — as compared with women who had the least amount ...
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Avian flu has decimated world's largest breeding colony of southern elephant seals Since highly pathogenic avian influenza virus (HPAIV) spread to the island of South Georgia in the sub-Antarctic in 2023, its breeding population of female southern elephant seals—the world's largest—has plummeted by nearly half, scientists reported ...
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Suspected human bird flu case may be 1st in US in 9 months The Washington State Department of Health said in a press release that the patient, who is an older adult with underlying health conditions, developed symptoms including high fever, confusion and respiratory distress and was hospitalized in early November.
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Washington resident is infected with a different type of bird flu That version is not believed to be a greater threat to human health than the H5N1 virus behind a wave of 70 reported human infections in the U.S. in 2024 and 2025. Most of those have been mild illnesses in workers on dairy and poultry farms.
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What doctors wish older adults knew about physical activity From aerobics to balance workouts for seniors, it's key to find a physical activity that works as you age. Two Northwell Health physicians share more. By. Sara Berg, MS , News Editor. Nov 14, 2025 | 9 Min Read.
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A Common Virus May Hold New Clues to Lupus The researchers, through RNA sequencing, found that EBV infects and reprograms B cells, driving the systemic autoimmune response in lupus. Activation of helper T cells by EBV-infected B cells initiates a downstream cascade in ...
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How to Deal With Brain Fog During Menopause Her struggles were scary and, for too long, mystifying. Eventually, a doctor determined she was experiencing menopause-related brain fog. "It really hits your confidence," says Fadal, who's now a ...
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Low-sodium grocery deliveries could improve blood pressure for residents of food deserts Participants received either 12 weeks of weekly home-delivered DASH-style groceries along with counseling from a dietician, or three monthly $500 stipends to do their own grocery shopping. People in the second group received a handout about the DASH diet ...
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Ultra-Processed Foods May Be Linked to Early Onset Colorectal Cancer In Women They recommend a balanced diet of nutrient-rich foods that includes whole grains and fruits and vegetables of various colors. A new study found an association between ultra-processed foods and the risk ...
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WHO promotes lifesaving intervention for small and preterm babies on first official World Prematurity Day The World Health Organization (WHO) is marking its first official observance of World Prematurity Day with the launch of a new global clinical practice guide for Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) – a simple, proven and life-saving intervention that ...
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The Global Burden of Type 1 Diabetes Is Not Shared Equally So type 1 diabetes—unlike type 2—is an autoimmune disease. It happens when your immune system attacks the pancreas cells that make insulin. No insulin means your blood sugar skyrockets, and without treatment, it can be deadly.
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Washington resident infected with different strain of bird flu, health officials say The H5N5 version is not believed to be a greater threat to human health than the H5N1 virus behind a wave of 70 reported human infections in the U.S. in 2024 and 2025. Most of those have been mild illnesses in workers on dairy and poultry farms.
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| As the avian flu spreads worldwide, it's devastating marine mammal populations NATE ROTT, BYLINE: Marine ecologist Connor Bamford knew something was off soon after arriving on South Georgia, a subantarctic island deep in the South Atlantic Ocean in 2024. CONNOR BAMFORD: The beaches, ...
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Searches for lorazepam surged after release of The White Lotus, data shows "That this TV show is causing people to explore purchasing benzodiazepines online is particularly concerning because there is a huge amount of illicit production of benzodiazepines, and these drugs are often dosed incorrectly and/or inconsistently and ...
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WHO releases first global guidelines for managing diabetes during pregnancy The new recommendations provide a critical roadmap to tackle this growing health challenge and prevent serious complications for both women and their children. Diabetes in pregnancy, if not managed effectively, significantly increases the risk of life ...
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Bolton named in top three for cancer waiting times A Greater Manchester NHS hospital trust has been named one of only three in England meeting the target waiting time for cancer treatment. BBC analysis found that Bolton NHS Foundation Trust was one of only three out of 121 trusts in England to have met ...
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Rivaroxaban Does Not Top Aspirin After Catheter Ablation for A-Fib HealthDay News — For patients who have undergone successful catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation, treatment with rivaroxaban does not offer superior stroke protection vs aspirin, according to a study published online November 8 in the New England ...
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New form of bird flu hospitalizes Washington state resident Milk samples are transported for testing for HPAI, a strain of the H5N1 avian flu, at the Animal Health Diagnostic Center at Cornell University. (Michael M. Santiago / Getty Images).
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Ethiopia confirms first outbreak of Marburg virus Nine cases reported in Ethiopia's Omo region, bordering conflict-wracked South Sudan, which has a fragile health system. Marburg. The Marburg virus has a 'filamentous' structure and is transmitted by fruit bats [Shutterstock].
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Johns Hopkins study links mild pancreatic duct dilatation to higher cancer risk Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma is projected to become the second-leading cause of cancer death in the United States by 2030, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The International Cancer of the Pancreas Screening (CAPS) Consortium, ...
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'Stay calm but stay aware': Health department reports potential measles exposure at KCI Measles is a highly infectious respiratory disease that spreads through the air by breathing, coughing or sneezing. Symptoms typically begin with a high fever, cough, runny nose and red, watery eyes. Anyone who ...
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Why is there a rise in high blood pressure in children? Dr. Scott Hadland of Mass. General Brigham discusses a global trend of more and more children having high blood pressure, and steps parents can take to help prevent it. Advertisement. Weather Information. Weather Team Logo. Weather Alerts (1).
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Edmonton doctor says inner-city TB outbreak low risk to general public The head of Alberta's tuberculosis clinic says an outbreak in Edmonton's inner city is of little risk to Edmontonians at large. "The risk of this outbreak spreading to the general population is extremely low," Dr. Ryan Cooper told CBC News.
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Do vitamin D supplements work? | HealthLink Doctors say the ideal form of vitamin D comes from the skin when it absorbs sunlight. A dietitian expert weighs-in on the effectiveness on vitamin supplements. Author: Christine Pae ( ...
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State of emergency declared in Garden Hill amid hepatitis A outbreak in Island Lake Anisininew Okimawin said in a social media post Thursday the four communities it represents — Garden Hill, St. Theresa Point, Wasagamack and Red Sucker Lake — have all been affected by the outbreak of the viral liver disease.
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World Diabetes Day highlights diabetes rates and new technology GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - November 14 is World Diabetes Day. Nearly 7% of Colorado's adult population has diabetes, a disease that health officials say is often overlooked. According to the CDC, about 8.7 million adults in the U.S. have diabetes ...
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Canada lost its measles elimination status, but NL still eight years without new case Canada lost its measles elimination status earlier this week, but Newfoundland and Labrador chief medical officer Dr. Janice Fitzgerald says the province remains heavily protected from an outbreak of cases. While more than 5,000 cases of the virus have ...
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Ethiopia confirms first outbreak of Marburg virus disease Addis Ababa—Ethiopia's Ministry of Health has confirmed an outbreak of Marburg virus disease in the South Ethiopia Region, the first of its kind in the country, following laboratory testing of samples from a cluster of suspected cases of viral ...
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H5N5 Avian influenza confirmed in Grays Harbor County resident For immediate release: November 14, 2025 (25-138). First detection of this strain in a human, risk to the public remains low. Contact: DOH Communications. A Grays Harbor resident who was hospitalized with influenza symptoms in early November has been ...
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First confirmed measles case in Salt Lake County points to community spread On Oct. 27, the county · Two doses of the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine prevent more than 97% of infections, the health department said, and those who are vaccinated and still get sick tend to have milder symptoms.
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Speaking of Psychology: Navigating the mental health impact of GLP-1s, with Rachel Goldman, PhD Over the past several years, the rise of GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy has changed the conversation around weight and obesity in the U.S. Clinical psychologist Rachel Goldman, PhD, talks about how GLP-1s work; the effects they can have on ...
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Health Check: the risk factors of lung cancer Treatment options for smoking cessation include nicotine replacement therapy with gum or patches, prescription medications such as Chantix, and counseling discussions with healthcare providers. Copyright 2025 KBTX. All rights reserved.
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UW researchers tackle diabetes from multiple angles Diabetes is a growing epidemic in Wisconsin. Its rise has been linked to limited access to healthy food and health care in some communities, lower levels of physical activity, and a rise in obesity, among other factors.
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WHO deploys aid to Ethiopia after 8 suspected cases of viral hemorrhagic fever reported In a news release today, WHO Africa said that Ethiopian health authorities are ramping up their response and conducting lab tests to identify the cause of the infection and stop further transmission. "To support ...
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Possible measles exposure reported at Kansas City International Airport "We want people to stay calm but stay aware," Kansas City Health Department Director Dr. Marvia Jones said Friday. "Measles is highly contagious, but vaccination offers strong protection. If you haven't received your MMR vaccine, now is the time to get it.
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Diabetes now affects 1 in 6 pregnancies: What you need to know "These guidelines are grounded in the realities of women's lives and health needs, and provide clear, evidence-based strategies to deliver high-quality care for every woman, everywhere," said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who heads the UN World Health ...
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FDA Requests Removal of Boxed Warnings for Menopausal Hormone Therapy The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is requesting labeling changes that would remove the boxed warnings related to cardiovascular disease, breast cancer, and probable dementia from all hormone replacement therapy (HRT) products used to treat ...
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Study exposes cancer care deficit for patients with learning disabilities I'd gone to the doctor countless times with back pain but I found it hard to explain how bad it was. The pain scale didn't mean anything to me and when I was asked if I could walk about as normal, I struggled to convey that sometimes I'd be fine, ...
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From art to mental health: exploring the impact of a museum-based intervention on psychological well-being Methods: A prospective hybrid type-1 non-randomized follow-up study with a pre-post design was conducted. Psychological distress, depressive symptoms, anxiety symptoms, and psychological well-being were assessed before and after a structured museum ...
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Gluten Sensitivity Is Common Around the World—Explanations Are Emerging But with greater availability of these products and growing awareness of the gluten-free diet, it wasn't only people with celiac disease who noticed they felt poor after eating foods containing gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye.
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Mosquito season lingers in Phoenix after warm, wet fall Numerous insects flying against a gradient sky at dusk with a dark landscape and mountains in. Mosquitoes fly over Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Photo: David McNew/Getty Images.
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