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Immune cells that fight cancer become exhausted within hours of first encountering tumors – new research

A key function of our immune system is to detect and eliminate foreign pathogens such as bacteria and viruses. Immune cells like T cells do this by distinguishing between different types of proteins within cells, which allows them to detect the presence of infection or disease.

The Conversation

Cancer is striking more people in the prime of their lives. What can we do better?

Patients must better advocate for themselves while doctors need to realise that cancer is a disease of the old and young

The Guardian - AU

Dengue outbreak: Why is Delhi reporting the highest number of dengue cases each year?

Dengue outbreak in Delhi NCRThe number of Dengue cases in the capital city has seen a twofold increase in the past week, as Delhi has documented 56 fresh cases of the mosquito-borne illness since the release of the report on disease transmission by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). It…

The Times of India

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A mysterious tick-related meat allergy

You may have a tick-borne allergy to meat or dairy and not even know it. Even many doctors are unaware of AGS

Salon

The curious case of lactose intolerance

Lactose intolerance is the digestive system’s response to the milk sugar (lactose), whereas in the event of a milk allergy, the entire immune system will react against the milk protein. The reaction is often immediate and severe in the case of milk allergy, while lactose intolerance will never lead to…

The Hindu

Leprosy is probably endemic to Florida

A Florida man's leprosy case contributes to "rising evidence" the disease is now regularly found in the state

Salon

Research finds those cured of hepatitis C more likely to die than general public

The Glasgow Caledonian study found deaths among Scottish hep C survivors are 4.5 times more likely to die compared with the general population.

The Independent UK

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Alabama researcher will succeed Fauci in infectious disease post

A research scientist at the University of Alabama at Birmingham has been named to succeed Dr. Anthony Fauci as the nation’s top infectious disease expert

The Independent UK

West Nile Virus detected in Louisville; Lexington free of mosquito-borne disease – so far

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, West Nile Virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the continental U-S. There are no vaccines to prevent it and no medications to treat it. Last week, the West Nile Virus was detected in mosquito traps set by the…

WEKU

Alarm as leprosy cases rise in Florida

Central Florida now accounts for one-fifth of all leprosy cases in the United States

The Independent UK

Shrimp farmers’ conclave held

ICAR-CIBA to collaborate with Annamalai University to study ways to improve shrimp cultivation, including conduct research on diseases that attack Indian white shrimps

The Hindu

Tick tick boom: how much is Lyme disease increasing in the US?

Cases appear to have doubled in three decades, but better diagnoses are contributing

The Guardian - US

Gigi Hadid gives update on sister Bella’s health amid Lyme disease battle

Gigi Hadid has addressed her sister Bella’s break from the spotlight amid her ongoing Lyme disease battle.

Evening Standard

Nigeria battles a deadly diphtheria outbreak - what it is and how to control it

Diphtheria has been reported in Nigeria: more than 790 confirmed cases as of 30 June 2023. There were 83 deaths among the confirmed cases between May 2022 and June 2023. Infectious diseases expert Dr. Oyewale Tomori explains what diphtheria is, its symptoms and how people can protect themselves against the…

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Al Jazeera

Why are leprosy cases surging in US state of Florida?

Leprosy has been uncommon in the United States but studies suggest it is now spreading within its population.

Fortune

These 10 U.S. states are predicted to have the most people with Alzheimer’s disease. Here’s why

Many are on the East Coast.

The Conversation

Migraine: A common headache disorder that is underdiagnosed and undertreated

Migraine is a common chronic health condition and a leading cause of disability globally. However, even in Canada, with a universal health-care system, migraine is underdiagnosed and undertreated.

LiveScience

Siblings rapidly lost their body fat in infancy due to rare, newly described gene mutation

Doctors found a novel gene mutation in two siblings with the same rare disorder.

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Cases of This Ancient Infectious Disease Are Currently Surging in the US

A new report details the rise of leprosy in recent years, with Central Florida as an "endemic location."

The Independent UK

Dangerous diseases found in illegal California medical lab with nearly 1,000 bioengineered mice

Police are still investigating the lab’s origins

The Guardian - US

CDC warning as leprosy cases increase in Florida

Infectious disease agency suggests central portion of state may have become ‘endemic location’ for potentially debilitating disease

The Conversation

A drink each day or just on the weekends? Here's why alcohol-free days are important

In recent years, drinkers have become more aware of the health dangers of drinking alcohol, from disease to risky behaviour and poorer wellbeing. Events like the just-finished Dry July, Febfast and Hello Sunday Morning – when people voluntarily abstain from alcohol for periods of time – are growing in popularity…

Zenger

Promising Vaccine Shows Potential To Reduce Alzheimer’s Impact

New research demonstrates vaccine's ability to eliminate toxic cells in mice, offering hope for treating dementia cases.

Capital & Main

Like Most Leisure & Hospitality Workers, Mariachi Vaneza Calderón Won’t Be on Vacation This Summer. That’s Not Healthy.

Everyone benefits when the folks who help other folks relax get their break.

The Conversation

Opioids and cocaine are a deadly combination – and 'polydrug' deaths are rising

Drug deaths in the US involving both opioids and cocaine have increased dramatically in the past decade, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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