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Humans infecting animals infecting humans − from COVID-19 to bird flu, preventing pandemics requires protecting all species

When the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic on March 11, 2020, humans had been the only species with reported cases of the disease. While early genetic analyses pointed to horseshoe bats as the evolutionary hosts of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, no reports had yet surfaced indicating…

The Conversation

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

Gaza just had its first polio victim in 25 years. This war cannot continue

Polio is a contagious disease that thrives on misery – and Israeli bombardment has destroyed 70% of Gaza’s sewage pumps

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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

Ultra-Processed Foods Linked To Heart Disease: Study Reveals Most and Least Harmful Items

While ultra-processed foods are associated with heart disease, the level of risk varies depending on the specific type of food, and not all of them have the same detrimental effects.

Medical Daily

Research shows diabetes drug could reduce dementia risk. Here’s how the two diseases may be linked

A Korean study published recently suggests people with type 2 diabetes who are prescribed a particular class of drug might be at a significantly lower risk of dementia.

The Conversation

Regular Cellphone Use Tied To Heart Disease: Smokers, Diabetics At Greater Risk, Says Study

The increased heart disease risk is partly due to the poor sleep, psychological distress, and neuroticism associated with mobile use, the research revealed.

Medical Daily

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How a ‘pacemaker’ for the brain fights off Parkinson’s

When Shawn Connolly was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease nine years ago, he was a 39-year-old daredevil on a skateboard, flipping and leaping from walls, benches and dumpsters through the streets of San Francisco. He appeared in videos and magazines, and had sponsorships from skateboard makers and shops.

The Times of India

Mpox detected at Fort Dodge Correctional Facility in Iowa

The prison facility is yet to confirm the number of infected prisoners

The Independent UK

The Guardian view on a global health crisis: living longer may not mean living healthier

Editorial: Chronic diseases disproportionately affect low- and middle-income countries. Richer nations need to step up to help reduce their toll

The Guardian - UK

Denmark reports cases of bluetongue disease that can be fatal to sheep but is harmless to humans

Denmark has reported cases of bluetongue in the country’s east, a non-contagious, insect-borne viral disease that is harmless to humans but can be fatal for so-called ruminant animals — mainly sheep but also cows and goats

The Independent UK

Kamala Harris should launch a national campaign to end the US diabetes epidemic

It would save thousands of lives and billions of dollars and increase Harris’s appeal to voters in conservative states

The Guardian - US

Virus hunters: The scientists tracking deadly diseases in tough conditions

Amid threats from mpox and new unknown viruses, how do epidemiologists track pathogens before a health crisis begins?

Al Jazeera

‘We cannot protect our children’: parents in Gaza face new threat of polio

Vaccination is likely to be an uphill struggle after re-emergence of the disease in the territory, where war has decimated healthcare

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Dengue survivors have 55% higher risk of heart complications than COVID patients

Dengue is endemic in India and what makes it a bigger issue is that having the disease once does not give one an immunity for life like in case of Chikungunya. Caused due to the bite of an infected Aedes aegypti mosquito, dengue is a serious concern for health experts,…

The Conversation

Mpox could spread into conflict zones in east Africa – how to manage the response

Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi and Uganda are some of the east African countries that have reported cases of mpox – a viral infectious disease – in the latest outbreak which started in the Democratic Republic of Congo in January 2023. The outbreak was declared a public health emergency of international concern…

The Independent UK

How to manage your own mental health when a loved one has Alzheimer’s

A consistent daily routine can provide structure and predictability, reducing stress for both the caregiver and the person with Alzheimer’s.

Medical Daily

Single Blood Test Could Predict Women's Heart Disease Risk Over 30 Years: Study

Researchers suggest that a one-time measurement of three biomarkers could accurately forecast the risk of major cardiovascular events in the decades to come.

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What Is the Use of MAF Supplements?

The human body is a fascinating specimen. It is “designed” to defend itself against pathogens, or foreign matter that can wreak havoc with illnesses and diseases. Its cells capture and destroy invading germs. Its immune response targets specific pathogens, keeping you healthy and disease-free. Sometimes, however, the disease-fighting cells and…

The Guardian - US

Mosquito-borne virus prompts public health restrictions in Massachusetts – and backlash

Climate crisis could accelerate spread of mosquito-borne diseases like eastern equine encephalitis, experts warn

The Times of India

National Nutrition Week 2024: What is considered a healthy and nutritious diet

National Nutrition Week, celebrated annually in the first week of September, is an event that raises awareness about the importance of nutrition in our daily lives. As we observe National Nutrition Week 2024, it's important to reflect on what constitutes a healthy and nutritious diet. Proper nutrition plays a critical…

The Times of India

Blood test can determine 30-year cardiovascular outcomes in women

Heart disease and its symptoms are difficult to identify and this is one of the reasons why this disease claims close to 18 million lives every year. Moreover, the symptoms of heart disease are different for men and women.

The Times of India

"Remaining positive was a conscious effort": Sonam Sharma on her fight against breast cancer #Survivor'sTales

For Sonam Sharma, remaining positive, a conscious effort, helped her navigate through the tough times when she was battling cancer. The Delhi girl opens up on her fight against the life threatening disease and how she walked out of it as a winner.

The Times of India

Chronic diseases in the elderly: A growing challenge

India is undergoing a significant demographic transition. The elderly population, those aged 60 and above, is expected to reach 158.7 million by 2025, accounting for 11.1% of the total population. This rapid increase brings forth a pressing health challenge: the prevalence of chronic diseases among the elderly. According to the…

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Scientists Studying Aging Are Finally Zeroing In On What Actually Triggers Age-Related Diseases

Does aging cause metabolic decline, or does metabolic disruption accelerate aging? Or both?

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