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Listeria food poisoning outbreak in US; symptoms to watch out for, foods to avoid

A listeria outbreak linked to sliced deli meat across 12 states of USA has left 2 dead and 28 hospitalized, said Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in a news release on Friday. Listeria infection can cause listeriosis, a foodborne bacterial illness that can affect pregnant women, people above…

The Times of India · Jul 22, 2024

Kerala: 14-year-old who tested positive for Nipah virus succumbs to disease

The 14-year-old boy who was tested positive for Nipah virus at the Kozhikode Medical College Hospital succumbed to the disease on Sunday afternoon. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jul 21, 2024

Can new-born screening enhance outcomes for Spinal muscular atrophy?

Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a rare genetic disease with a devastating outcome. It is one of the commonest fatal genetic diseases of infants with an incidence of 1 in 7000 to 10,000 live births. There is a high carrier frequency of the defective gene, and one Indian study found…

The Times of India · Jul 21, 2024

Reddit Cofounder Alexis Ohanian Diagnosed With Lyme Disease

Learn about challenges in diagnosing and treating Lyme disease, despite lack of symptoms or tick exposure. Ongoing research aims to improve preventive meas...

Top News · Jul 19, 2024

Why does plague keep plaguing humans?

Throughout human history, different infectious diseases have taken the mantle of “most deadly disease” infecting humans. In the past century alone, the human population has experienced many pandemics: COVID, HIV and various influenza outbreaks – to name a few. Some have lasted for centuries and persist today, such as tuberculosis.…

The Conversation · Jul 19, 2024

How lifestyle changes influence fatty liver disease: Everything you need to know

Fatty liver disease, often termed as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), has become increasingly prevalent due to modern lifestyle changes. This article delves into how our daily habits and lifestyle choices contribute to the development of fatty liver and what steps we can take to mitigate these risks.

The Times of India · Jul 19, 2024

7 kidney-friendly superfoods you must have every day

The health of your kidneys says a lot about your overall health. The bean-shaped organs located just below the rib cage work silently but diligently, removing waste and extra fluid from your body. With healthy kidneys, you would sleep better, experience healthy and clear skin and no puffiness or swelling…

The Times of India · Jul 18, 2024

5 warning signs of diabetes you may experience at night

A good night's sleep is often advised to diabetics for better blood sugar management. However, ironically, diabetes with its many complications ends up impacting sleep quality which can further interfere with the management of the disease. Getting up frequently to answer nature's call, parched throat or the constant need to…

The Times of India · Jul 18, 2024

Consistently good sleep reduces your risk of Type 2 diabetes, new study shows

Consistently good quality sleep reduces your risk of Type 2 diabetes, new study shows. Here’s how to fix your sleep schedule, starting from tonight.

Tom’s Guide · Jul 18, 2024

The HIV epidemic 40 years on: 5 essential reads on breakthroughs, blind spots and new challenges

In June 1981 The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a rare form of pneumonia in young gay men in California. Although they didn’t know it at the time, these were the first documented cases of AIDS.

The Conversation · Jul 18, 2024