Measles alert for Sydney as experts call for improvement in indoor air quality Health authorities also warn RSV, flu and whooping cough cases on the rise around Australia The Guardian - AU · Mar 31, 2024
Bacteria that cause meningitis on the rise, CDC warns US public health agency alert warns of 422 cases reported in the country last year, the highest since 2014 The Guardian - US · Mar 30, 2024
Moderate amounts of alcohol increase heart disease risk in women A new study has found that even consuming moderate amounts of alcohol can be a threat to the heart in women. The study presented at the American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Session has revealed that young to middle-aged women who drank more than one alcoholic beverage per day were… The Times of India · Mar 30, 2024
Hospital admissions for waterborne diseases in England up 60%, report shows Labour party analysis of figures since 2010 shows raw sewage was discharged for more than 3.6m hours last year The Guardian - UK · Mar 29, 2024
Anthrax alert in Thailand after Laos reports over 50 cases 54 cases of anthrax have been reported in Laos, and Thailand, which shares a border with it, has put government officials on alert. Thai authorities have been working closely with those in Laos after receiving reports of the outbreak and have prepared vaccines in case of infections being detected in… The Times of India · Mar 29, 2024
Cattle test negative after suspected botulism deaths Cattle bound for Indonesia have tested negative to exotic diseases as imports from an NT station were banned due to 100 animals dying from suspected botulism. AAP · Mar 29, 2024
This diet could help prevent Alzheimer's disease, says study New findings from a study conducted on mice suggest that following a ketogenic (keto) diet might offer a potential defence against the onset of Alzheimer's disease. The study, led by researchers from the University of California, Davis (UC Davis), revealed that a keto diet, characterised by low-carbohydrate and high-fat intake,… The Times of India · Mar 29, 2024
‘People assume you’re crazy for doing it’: the Melbourne clinic infecting healthy patients Australia’s first unit dedicated to human challenge trials for novel vaccines and treatments has opened. But what are the ethics of infecting healthy people – and who would do it? The Guardian - AU · Mar 28, 2024
CDC Warns Of Increase In Rare Bacterial Illnesses CDC warns of rising cases of invasive meningococcal disease in the U.S. Learn about symptoms, treatment, and vaccination recommendations. Top News · Mar 28, 2024
Rare meningitis and bloodstream infections on the rise in the US, CDC warns The CDC issued a health alert about an uptick in invasive meningococcal disease in 2023 that appears to be continuing into 2024. LiveScience · Mar 28, 2024
Russian propaganda usurps RFI report and French armed forces website Russian disinformation has created a fraudulent report purporting to come from our sister radio station RFI, insinuating that "Ukrainian soldiers sent for tuberculosis treatment in France" are responsible for France's recent rebound in the disease. Meanwhile, French authorities have taken down a fake French armed forces website, which invited French… France 24 · Mar 28, 2024
Just how harmful is sugar? "It's hard to avoid sugar when it's become a normal part of diets and when we celebrate special times . . . " Salon · Mar 28, 2024
“Dead To Me” Star Christina Applegate Details Her Painful Experience With Multiple Sclerosis "This is the worst thing that's happened to me in my entire life." The post “Dead To Me” Star Christina Applegate Details Her Painful Experience With Multiple Sclerosis first appeared on Bored Panda. Bored Panda · Mar 28, 2024
Arnaud De Lie diagnosed with Lyme disease after pulling out of Spring Classics Antibodies for disease found in Belgian rider’s blood Cycling Weekly · Mar 28, 2024
WEKU · Mar 28, 2024 'Struggle, struggle, struggle.' What new and expecting mothers are facing in Gaza Women who are pregnant or who have recently given birth in Gaza face serious challenges amid daily airstrikes, continued ground fighting, high rates of disease and a growing lack of food and water.
The Times of India · Mar 28, 2024 Is menopausal hormone therapy a long-term solution for menopause in women? Menopausal hormone therapy, also known as hormone replacement therapy, has been a popular treatment option for women experiencing menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness. While this therapy has been effective in providing relief for many women, there is ongoing debate about its long-term safety and…
The Hindu · Mar 28, 2024 India achieves 16% decline in new TB cases, 18% reduction in mortality since 2015: report India's TB incidence and mortality rates have decreased significantly since 2015, with a target to eliminate the disease by 2025.
LiveScience · Mar 27, 2024 Active ingredient in Viagra tied to lower Alzheimer's risk — but don't get too excited Once more, sildenafil, the main active component of the "little blue pill," has been found to be associated with a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
The Texas Tribune · Mar 27, 2024 Cows at two Texas dairy farms have bird flu, another blow to Cattle Country following wildfires Federal officials said the nation’s milk supply should be not at risk after a bird flu outbreak hits dairies in Texas, New Mexico and Kansas.
The Canberra Times · Mar 27, 2024 New clinic to keep people out of Canberra Hospital's cancer centre An Australian-first facility has started up at the centre.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 27, 2024 Dover health authority says inland border facility will be ‘open door for disease’ Sevington site was never designed to handle volume of imports envisaged by post-Brexit changes due in April, port’s health chief warns
The Times of India · Mar 27, 2024 Melanoma: All about the risks, symptoms, and common myths Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops in the cells called melanocytes, which produce melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color. Melanoma, a type of skin cancer, often arises on sun-exposed areas, but can also occur elsewhere that are not typically exposed. Generally, people have many misconceptions regarding…
WEKU · Mar 27, 2024 Why the mpox outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is worrying disease docs With a dramatic jump in cases — and a strain of mpox that is deadlier than the virus that went global in 2022 — specialists are scrambling to reign it in.
Livingetc · Mar 27, 2024 How and When to Spray Your Fruit Trees — Avoid Pests and Disease (Without Harming Bees) Even if you look after fruit trees carefully you may need to spray them to stop pests or diseases getting a hold
The Guardian - AU · Mar 27, 2024 Japan dietary supplement recalled amid investigation into two deaths and 100 hospitalisations Cholesterol-lowering supplements containing ‘beni koji’ recalled by Kobayashi Pharmaceutical over possible link to kidney disease