(2022-08-02). Canadian neurocognitive disorder expert speaks to Global Workers Inquest into the Pandemic: "To say 'they are old, they can die'—it's criminal" wsws.org "We now know how to eliminate this virus. Why not give ourselves the best chance so that our children can live a normal life, so that we can go to work without stress, go shopping without the fear of catching a deadly disease?"
(2022-08-02). Australian workers support zero-COVID advocate Dr David Berger, condemn Twitter censorship of SEP (Australia). wsws.org "Silencing a doctor's views, and talk of a 'special education program,' smacks of something out of a totalitarian nightmare." — Vicki, from South Australia…
(2022-08-02). Australian COVID-19 hospitalisations and deaths reach record levels. wsws.org On Friday, 157 COVID-19 deaths were reported in Australia, the most on any day of the pandemic, while hospitalisations soared to more than 5, 0.
(2022-08-02). Japón registra mayor cifra semanal de contagios por la Covid-19. telesurtv.net El recuento diario de casos nuevos en Japón alcanzó un récord de alrededor de 233.000 el jueves en medio de la séptima ola de infecciones por la Covid-19 en el país.
(2022-08-02). Canadian neurocognitive disorder expert speaks to Global Workers Inquest into the Pandemic: "To say 'they are old, they can die,' yes—it's criminal" wsws.org "We now know how to eliminate this virus. Why not give ourselves the best chance so that our children can live a normal life, so that we can go to work without stress, go shopping without the fear of catching a deadly disease?" said Catherine.
(2022-08-02). Monkeypox continues its global assault as governments do nothing to bring the pandemic to an end. wsws.org Global monkeypox cases have risen to over 23,000 spanning almost 90 countries and territories. Despite the recent declaration of a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, little is being done to address the rapidly evolving crisis.
(2022-08-02). Australian educator speaks to Global Workers' Inquest: "The biggest lie was that kids didn't get COVID, did not transmit it, and then if they did become infected it was mild." wsws.org Amanda became active in the Committee for Public Education (CFPE) at the beginning of the pandemic and after being victimised at her school for speaking in defence of educator and student health and safety.
(2022-08-02). On eve of school reopenings, Hawaii teacher calls for fight against state's elimination of COVID measures. wsws.org The new guidance was issued two weeks before schools were set to reopen, leaving many teachers and parents scrambling for answers to what is going on as well as ways to coordinate a response to the unsafe conditions they be forced to endure.
(2022-08-02). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Dockworkers, health workers and teachers have staged job actions and protests against austerity measures while educators across Panama have taken strike action over congract issues including wages.
(2022-08-01). Ukraine: Will U.S. sabotage grain deal? iacenter.org By Sara Flounders July 26, 2022 July 24 — A deal brokered by Turkey for the export of grain from both Ukraine and Russia presents a political problem for U.S. imperialism and its war aims. Washington's response: ship more weapons. The landmark deal to move hundreds of tons of grain, if it moves forward, undermines U.S./NATO determination to continue the war in Ukraine despite the cost to that country and the dire threat of famine in countries around the world. Grain silo in the port of Odessa, Ukraine Washington is especially frustrated that the deal was arranged by NATO-member Turkey's President Recep Tayy…
(2022-08-01). Top economists blame corporate price gouging for the inflation plague. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—To listen to the corporate class, you'd think there are two causes for the inflation now hitting the U.S. economy: Democratic President Joe Biden's policies and rising worker wages. Wrong. Because when you take a real look at the numbers, economists—or at least those economists who actually think about workerscome up with a different explanation …
(2022-08-01). Post-pandemic recovery, inflation, security high on agenda at 55th ASEAN foreign ministers' meeting. ecns.cn Post-COVID-19 pandemic recovery, rising global inflation and regional security will be top on the agenda at the 55th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (55th AMM) and related meetings, which will be held from Wednesday to Friday, a senior Cambodian diplomat said on Monday.
(2022-08-01). Scientists Design Two-in-One Antibodies Against COVID Variants. telesurenglish.net Chinese and U.S. scientists have developed two cocktail antibodies against COVID-19 that may deliver a one-two punch to infections caused by the prevalent Omicron variant. | RELATED: | Researchers from the University of Science and Technology of China, the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio designed bivalent nanobodies that can provide broad-spectrum protection again…
(2022-08-01). Science Saturday: Lupus rates increasing, communities of color especially vulnerable. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org New research led by Mayo Clinic shows that more people are being diagnosed with lupus than in the past, while risks of severity and death remain the same. The study is published in BMJ Annals of the Rheumatologic Diseases. Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation and pain throughout the body. Most common in women (9 of 10 diagnosed cases); it attacks both joints and organs — including the skin. "In our study, we confirmed that in…
(2022-08-01). Venezuela's clothing industry is struggling to survive. america.cgtn.com Venezuela's clothing industry is struggling to survive, decimated by years of economic decline and policies which have favored imported products. The Chamber of the Clothing Industry says the COVID-19 pandemic has only worsened the situation and the industry is working at limited capacity. But some companies are now changing their products to survive or turning …
(2022-08-01). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Is a lectin-free diet beneficial? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: A friend of mine continues to speak highly about the health benefits of a diet where people eliminate lectins. She says it helped her lose weight and reduced her arthritis pain. What are lectins, and can a lectin-free diet cure autoimmune diseases and prevent other health problems? ANSWER: Lectins are naturally occurring proteins that are found in all foods, but they are most concentrated in certain plants. Lectins serve a protective function for plants…
(2022-08-01). Amazon denies sick leave to pregnant worker hospitalized with COVID-19. wsws.org The International Amazon Workers Voice was recently contacted by a pregnant Amazon worker from Baltimore, Maryland, who described the corporation's drive to maintain profits at the expense of the health of workers.
(2022-08-01). NYC declares monkeypox public health emergency. ecns.cn New York City on Saturday declared a public health emergency due to the monkeypox outbreak.
(2022-08-01). Echocardiography and ST-Segment Elevation Mimics. jamanetwork.com To the Editor In a patient with no risk factors for coronary artery disease, such as the patient on which Dr Wang and colleagues reported, the differential diagnoses of ST-segment elevation in lead aVR should include dissecting aneurysm of the aorta (DAA) and pulmonary embolism (PE) with hemodynamic compromise. Certain clinical signs may provide valuable clues to diagnosing DAA and PE.
(2022-08-01). Comparative Effectiveness of Postdischarge Smoking Cessation Interventions for Hospital Patients. jamanetwork.com This randomized clinical trial compares health system—based smoking cessation treatment with referral to community-based quitline services after hospital discharge.
(2022-08-01). Mayo Clinic Minute: Heat and how it affects medication. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Finding ways to keep your body cool during extremely high temperatures is important and so is ensuring your medications aren't exposed to extreme heat. Scott Hall, a Mayo Clinic pharmacist, says medications can become degraded during temperature changes. He says some medications also can cause heat intolerance. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/7hM14G0Z__Y Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. Temperature can impact…
(2022-08-01). New Zealand goes from zero COVID to world-leading infections and deaths: Workers must fight for an elimination strategy. wsws.org New Zealand has gone from being one of the safest, to one of the most dangerous countries in the world for COVID-19. The SEG calls on workers to organise in opposition to the Labour-led government and the trade unions to defeat the homicidal "let it rip" agenda.
(2022-08-01). Biden tests positive again after completing Paxlovid course: The dangers of the "forever COVID" policy. wsws.org On Saturday, President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID again after completing his treatment earlier in the week. The White House is attempting damage control by first minimizing the development as part of their attempt to acclimate the public to forever COVID.
(2022-08-01). Mayo Clinic hospitals earn star ratings for hospital quality, patient experience. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic hospitals across the organization received Overall Hospital Quality star ratings and received the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems star ratings from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The ratings provide patients with information about several dimensions of quality. Eleven hospitals across Mayo Clinic received star ratings from CMS for Overall Hospital Quality. Six of the 11 hospitals earned five stars — the best score possible. The national average…
(2022-08-01). Low-Value Service Delivery and Spending by the VA. jamanetwork.com This cross-sectional study compiles use and cost data of low-value health services delivered or paid for by the Veterans Health Administration (VA).
(2022-08-01). Yield of Head Computed Tomography for Common Psychiatric Presentations and Medical Clearance. jamanetwork.com This cross-sectional study uses single health system data on acute hospital visits over 6 years to determine the yield of head computed tomography examinations for actionable pathology in common psychiatric presentations and to characterize low-risk scenarios in which imaging may be avoidable.
(2022-08-01). Leading Causes of Death in the US During the COVID-19 Pandemic. jamanetwork.com Using national death certificate data for 2020 and provisional data for 2021 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, this cross-sectional study examines the leading causes of death in the US, overall and in various age groups.
(2022-08-01). Staffing shortages force airlines to cut services. america.cgtn.com With the summer travel season in full-swing, many passengers are running into flight delays or cancellations as staffing issues plague airports around the world. In the U.S., the staff shortage includes pilots, which is forcing airlines to cut services to smaller cities.
(2022-08-01). Growing support for campaign in defence of zero-COVID advocate Dr David Berger. wsws.org "Dr Berger has gone beyond his day job to try to protect health and save lives—surely that the role of a medical practitioner." — C. Hicks, a parent from Perth, Western Australia…
(2022-08-01). The Impending Crisis of Access to Safe Abortion Care in the US. jamanetwork.com If the recently leaked ruling from the US Supreme Court in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization is any indication of the future of abortion care in the US, Roe v. Wade will soon no longer be the law of the land, and access to care will be determined by state laws. It is estimated that about half of states will ban abortion, putting an essential, time-sensitive component of comprehensive health care out of reach.
(2022-08-01). New York Monkeypox outbreak. america.cgtn.com New York has declared a public health emergency as Monkeypox cases continue to surge. The U.S. has now reported roughly 5,000 cases which is more than any other nation. And for many, the rollout of vaccines has been painfully slow. CGTN's William Denselow reports …
(2022-08-01). Mayo Clinic researchers pinpoint genetic variations that might sway course of COVID-19. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Researchers at Mayo Clinic's Center for Individualized Medicine have discovered key human genomic signatures that could help explain why COVID-19 is severe in some people and mild in others. After analyzing volumes of diverse worldwide DNA sequence data, the scientists identified mutations in two human proteins that might sway the course of SARS-CoV-2 — the virus responsible for COVID-19. Their study reveals that variants in the genes for ACE2 and TMPRESS2 can…
(2022-08-01). WHO declares monkeypox a global health emergency. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The World Health Organization's Emergency Committee has declared the monkeypox outbreak to be a global health emergency. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there have been over 16,000 cases globally, including in 68 countries where the virus isn't typically seen. Of those cases, more than 2,800 were in the U.S. Dr. Richard Kennedy, co-director of Mayo Clinic's Vaccine Research Group, explains what the declaration means. "The monkeypox outbreak has spread far beyond…
(2022-08-01). COVID-19 variant BA.5 is dominant strain; BA.2.75 is being monitored. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org COVID-19 infections in the U.S. continue to rise, with omicron BA.5 causing an estimated 82% of cases, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It may be the most dominant strain, but it's not the only one public health officials are monitoring. Omicron is a variant of COVID-19. BA.5 and BA.2.75 refer to as subvariants or strains of omicron. Variant basically means a mutation that occurs in the virus over time. "BA.5 is a strain…
(2022-08-01). 9 common questions about genetic testing for cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Your genes play a role in nearly all areas of your health. A gene is like an instruction manual for your body that tells your body how to function, develop and stay healthy. People have about 20,000 genes in their bodies. Many health conditions have a genetic link. Genetic testing can help you and your health care team understand if you have an increased risk for developing certain conditions that are present in your family….
(2022-08-01). Mayo Clinic Platform Conference 2022. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Government, academic and industry leaders from around the world will come to Rochester, Minnesota, July 26—27 for the Mayo Clinic Platform Conference. The invitation-only event will bring together 175 industry experts, policymakers, investors, startups, and CEOs from Mayo Clinic Care Network hospitals to discuss new technologies and solutions. During the event, these top leaders in health technology and medicine will discuss new opportunities, new ideas and breakthrough solutions that will shape the future of care….
(2022-08-01). Mayo Clinic Q&A podcast: Combatting drug shortages. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Drug shortages continue to be a major health care issue in the U.S., with more than 200 ongoing and active shortages per year since 2018. "Drug shortages are not new to health care," explains Dr. Mary Gilmer, director of pharmaceutical supply and procurement for Mayo locations across the Midwest. "But, really, over the last two years with the COVID-19 pandemic, the shortages have really exposed the vulnerability of our global drug supply chain. And these…
(2022-08-01). Mayo Clinic, Mercy collaborate to globally transform patient care. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Innovative data science will enable patients to receive personalized, predictive and proactive medicine ROCHESTER, Minn., and ST. LOUIS — A 10-year collaboration agreement between Mayo Clinic and Mercy — a first-of-its-kind alliance between two large health care systems — will use the most current data science and years of deidentified patient outcomes to find diseases earlier and start patients on paths to better health more quickly. "This unique collaboration will eliminate the barriers to innovation…
(2022-08-01). Fourth BNT162b2 Dose and COVID-19 Hospitalization in Long-term Care Residents. jamanetwork.com This cohort study examines association of the fourth BNT162b2 dose with protection against SARS-CoV-2—related infections, hospitalizations, and deaths during the Omicron surge in Israeli long-term care facility residents.
(2022-08-01). Kidney Comorbidities and Acute Kidney Failure After COVID-19 in Individuals With Sickle Cell Trait. jamanetwork.com This genetic association study assesses the association of sickle cell trait with prepandemic health conditions in Million Veteran Program participants and assesses the severity and sequelae of COVID-19.
(2022-08-01). Beijing reports one new COVID-19 case. ecns.cn Beijing reported a new locally transmitted case of COVID-19 in Haidian district on Sunday, the Beijing Municipal Health Commission said on Monday.
(2022-08-01). COVID predicted to surge to new heights in the UK this autumn. wsws.org Cases of COVID-19 will peak in late November with 8 percent of the UK population infected—the highest rate to date is 5.5 percent.
(2022-07-31). COVID Ignites Long Fight For Health Care In California Prisons. popularresistance.org California – The COVID pandemic has thrown a harsh light on long-running medical neglect of incarcerated people and exposed the hold that the prison-industrial complex has on California politics. But even as it has done so, it has made openings for activism by and on behalf of the nearly 100,000 people in the state's prisons, among whom people of color are dramatically overrepresented. | California's state prisons are once again in the midst of a COVID-19 crisis. In Winter 2020, cumulative infections among the incarcerated population topped 45,000, and cases reached over 10,000 in a single day. One year later, th…