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How contagious is measles and what are the symptoms?

The Utah outbreak is just the latest in a series across the US. Experts explain what you need to know about the virus

The Guardian - US · Feb 28, 2025

This simple test can reveal hidden risk of heart attack; what to know

A simple test can assess your risk of a future heart attack by providing clues about heart disease-causing plaque, allowing you to take preventive measures well before it could turn fatal.

The Times of India · Feb 28, 2025

Texas records first US measles death in 10 years – a medical epidemiologist explains how to protect yourself and your community from this deadly, preventable disease

On Feb. 26, 2025, Texas health officials announced the death of a child in a measles outbreak – the first measles death in the United States since 2015. The outbreak was first identified in early February in Gaines County, Texas, where just 82% of kindergartners are vaccinated against measles, compared…

The Conversation · Feb 28, 2025

How to clean a bird feeder — Wildlife experts say this is the best way to keep it clean and protect against disease

You wouldn't want to eat off a dirty plate - our feathered friends don't want to either

Ideal Home · Feb 28, 2025

Rare disease day 2025 : What is Fanconi Anemia, a rare blood disorder that calls for urgent awareness

Fanconi anemia (FA) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the bone marrow's ability to produce blood cells. It is aninherited condition and can cause serious health problems—including developmental abnormalities, bone marrow failure and a greater risk of cancer. Early diagnosis and treatment—especially through blood stem cell transplantation—provides an opportunity…

The Times of India · Feb 28, 2025

Deadly disease spreading in Congo may be malaria: Can this common disease mutate and become so deadly?

Days after a mysterious disease that killed 50 people in Congo, health officials have said it could be malaria. The condition that is spreading in the northwest Democratic Republic of Congo could also be food poisoning, the officials have told news agency Reuters.

The Times of India · Feb 28, 2025

Mystery disease kills more than 50 in DRC: What we know so far

Officials have ruled out Ebola or Marburg virus, but say those infected are presenting symptoms of a ‘hemorrhagic fever’

Al Jazeera · Feb 27, 2025

4 common dental issues facing seniors and how to handle them

With the right care and attention, many of these issues can be managed or even prevented.

The Independent UK · Feb 27, 2025

Can making the NHS cleaner slow the spread of disease?

Several weeks ago, I visited a local NHS urgent care centre with my toddler on what might be called a semi-annual pilgrimage related to having a child in nursery. Owing to what is now a typical three- or four-hour wait, during which he made a recovery, I had the time…

The Conversation · Feb 27, 2025

First case of measles reported in Kentucky as US battles spread of disease

Adult infected with highly contagious virus that claimed life of unvaccinated child earlier this week

The Guardian - US · Feb 27, 2025