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How HIV/AIDS got its name − the words Americans used for the crisis were steeped in science, stigma and religious language

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention first used the term “AIDS” on Sept. 24, 1982, more than a year after the first cases appeared in medical records. Those early years of the crisis were marked by a great deal of confusion over what caused the disease, who it affected…

The Conversation

Forgotten epidemic: with over 280 million birds dead how is the avian flu outbreak evolving?

New data reveals the virus has spread to endangered species in Antarctica – yet the H5N1’s risk to biodiversity, farming and human health is little explored

The Guardian - UK

New flu vaccines have arrived. Here’s the best time to get your annual shot

Depending on your age, overall health, and travel plans, the CDC may recommend you get a flu shot sooner rather than later.

Fortune

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Antidepressant-linked overdose deaths in US have climbed for two decades

Number of US deaths involving antidepressants (5,863) in a year on par with those involving heroin (5,871)

The Guardian - US

New York resident dies of eastern equine encephalitis — what is it?

Recent cases of a viral illness nicknamed "triple E" have occurred in New England. Here's what you should know about the disease.

LiveScience

Sleeping in on weekends could cut your risk of heart disease by up to 20%, new study shows

The National Sleep Foundation, however, warns that too much sleeping in could be harmful to your health.

Fortune

Listeria outbreak tied to sliced deli meat hospitalizes 57, kills 9

Listeria infections tied to the consumption of sliced deli meat have recently hospitalized almost 60 Americans.

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What to know about Oropouche virus — the deadly fever that has reached the U.S.

Cases of "sloth virus" have been reported in the U.S. and Europe for the first time. But what is it?

LiveScience

COVID-19, flu and RSV shots − an epidemiologist explains why all three matter this fall

The Food and Drug Administration approved and granted emergency use authorization on Aug. 22, 2024, for the newest, updated version of the COVID-19 vaccine. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention quickly endorsed the new shot to protect against severe illness.

The Conversation

What is EEE virus? Why is it a big health concern these days?

Northeastern US is seeing an uptick in several cases of Triple E mosquito virus or the EEE virus. The US has recorded the first death of this year due to this virus; a 41 year old from New Hampshire has died after contracting this viral infection.

The Times of India

CDC sees link between overdoses, other mental health disorders - Roll Call

Nearly a quarter of those who died from drug overdoses in 2022 also had a separate mental health disorder, study finds.

Roll Call

New COVID vaccines are here. What to know about 2024–25 shots as summer surge continues

Citing skyrocketing COVID spread, the FDA announced in late August that it had approved Pfizer’s Comirnaty and Moderna’s Spikevax vaccines early.

Fortune

Death toll reaches nine in listeria outbreak linked to Boar’s Head deli meat

The problem was discovered when a Boar’s Head liverwurst sample tested positive for listeria

The Independent UK

Man Chooses Mom Over Wife And Their Daughter, Makes Wife Seriously Question Their Future

Chickenpox is one of those diseases almost everyone has had. Still, it's not very pleasant to have it, and for newborns, it can even be dangerous. The post Man Chooses Mom Over Wife And Their Daughter, Makes Wife Seriously Question Their Future first appeared on Bored Panda.

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The Independent UK

Eight people now dead in Boar’s Head deli meat listeria outbreak

At least 57 people have fallen ill and have required hospitalization due to the listeria outbreak

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Deadly Listeria Outbreak Linked To Boar's Head Deli Meats

Learn about the recent listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats, causing fatalities and hospitalizations. Take necessary precautions to safeguard...

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Death toll is now 8 in listeria outbreak tied to Boar's Head deli meat, CDC says

At least eight people have died after being infected with listeria from eating Boar's Head deli meats tied to a massive recall last month

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Equity program for COVID vaccines ending

Congress slashed pandemic funding in May. Soon uninsured people will lose access to free COVID vaccines

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The Independent UK

Sloth fever has arrived in the US. Here’s what you need to know

The virus infected travelers returning to Florida and New York

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Jazz Jennings Shares 100-Pound Weight-Loss Transformation

The "I Am Jazz star" shared before-and-after clips showcasing her impressive transformation. The post Jazz Jennings Shares 100-Pound Weight-Loss Transformation first appeared on Bored Panda.

The Guardian - UK

NHS community diagnostic centres speeding up access to tests, survey finds

Nearly nine in 10 users said they had positive experience, with 7m tests now provided across network in England

The Independent UK

A new Covid vaccine is available. Here’s why some people might not want it right away

Updated Covid vaccines were approved by the FDA earlier this month

Reason

Mark Zuckerberg Blames Biden for 'Government Pressure' To Censor Facebook

The Meta CEO says his platforms will not blindly obey the bureaucrats again.

The Times of India

Top mosquito-borne illnesses that are spreading in the US

In recent years, mosquito-borne illnesses have been on rise in the US and some of these diseases can have severe complications ranging from coma, seizures to brain damage. Recently, a rare case of eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) was found in Massachusetts. The infection poses a serious death risk and is…

The Independent UK

New York City to spray pesticides to help prevent spread of mosquitoes and potential diseases

About 1 in 150 of those infected with West Nile become severely ill

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