(2022-08-28). Death toll from deadly clashes in Libya rises to 23. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Aug. 28 (MNA) — Clashes between militias backed by Libya's rival governments have killed at least 23 people and wounded dozens more, according to the country's health ministry.
(2022-08-28). 7 tips to live a happier life. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Do you wake up feeling sluggish most mornings? Have caffeinated beverages become a necessity to help power you through the day? If this sounds familiar, it's time to ditch the quick fixes you rely on, and develop an energy management plan. Getting started may seem daunting, but soon you'll be energized to keep going once you recap the benefits of a happier, healthier and more productive lifestyle. What is energy management? Think of your energy…
(2022-08-28). National Institutes of Health renews Mayo Clinic's $48 million Clinical and Translational Science Award. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic announced today that its Center for Clinical and Translational Science has successfully renewed funding for its research grant from the National Institutes of Health National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences for five more years. The funding award, totaling $48.2 million, is one of Mayo's largest NIH grants, supporting research and education across the institution at that aims to accelerate innovation to improve patient care and health for all people. "We…
(2022-08-28). CA advocates call on lawmakers to 'beat the heat' with action to address climate change. indybay.org Environmental advocates called on California to take strong action to beat the heat by addressing climate change. Community members, advocates, and EOPA CA-an organization with 440 CA elected officials – want to ensure California is a national climate leader. Attendees showed support for Gov. Gavin Newsom's proposal for climate action calling for state lawmakers to accelerate green-house gas reduction, the state's advance toward 100 percent clean energy, institute public health setbacks for oil and gas wells amongst other emission-reducing initiatives.
(2022-08-28). Mayo Clinic expert provides tips for reducing dementia risk. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — More than 55 million people worldwide are believed to be living with dementia, according to the World Health Organization. Ronald Petersen, M.D., a neurologist and director of Mayo Clinic's Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, says you can't prevent dementia, but you can reduce your risk. Dementia is not one disease, but instead a term for a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking and social abilities. Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia. Dr. Ronald Petersen…
(2022-08-28). Mayo Clinic Minute: The 3 best ways to keep kids healthy when heading back to school. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Making sure kids are prepared to head back to school means more than just getting them the school supplies they need. Caregivers also will want to make sure their students are on track to have a healthy school year and help them avoid many viral illnesses that tend to circulate when young people gather in classrooms and day care facilities.In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a pediatric infectious diseases specialist at Mayo Clinic's Children's…
(2022-08-28). Expect a different flu season: Why you'll want to be vaccinated for flu. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org COVID-19 may be the most prominent virus of concern in the U.S. now, but public health officials also are preparing for seasonal influenza. And indications are it could be a different season than what the U.S. experienced the past two years. The Australian flu season, which typically runs May through September, has already exceeded its five-year average, particularly affecting children under age 5, according to a recent report. During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. experienced a steep…
(2022-08-28). Religious practices, spirituality associated with higher levels of heart health among African Americans. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — A research study of African Americans with cardiovascular disease suggests religious practices and spirituality may contribute to heart health. The study's authors assert that recognizing the importance of religious practices and spirituality in the lives and health of African Americans may be key to improving patient care and reducing heart health disparities in African American communities. African Americans are disproportionately affected by cardiovascular disease, compared to the general population. Those differences are…
(2022-08-28). Kingswood Capital Management LP annihilates 89 pharmacies or more. indybay.org In opposition to corporate raider Alexander Wolf, Kingswood Capital Management LP, and Save Mart, UFCW 8 encourages its members to avoid Walgreens, and transfer their family's prescriptions to an Albertsons, Bel Air, Rite Aid, Safeway or Vons pharmacy as soon as possible.
(2022-08-28). Consumer Health: Choosing and caring for contact lenses. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Contact Lens Health Week will be observed Aug. 22—26, which makes this a good time to learn more about contact lenses and whether they might be right for you. More than 45 million people in the U.S. wear contact lenses, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Contact lenses are an option for many people, including those tired of wearing glasses and not interested in laser refractive surgery, such as LASIK. Several types of…
(2022-08-28). Mayo Clinic Healthcare expert explains when swallowing issues are more than an accident. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org LONDON — Many people have experienced the discomfort of food or a beverage accidentally going to the wrong place when swallowing. But swallowing issues sometimes become chronic and may be a sign of a health condition that should be treated. James East, M.D., a gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic Healthcare in London, explains why people can have difficulty swallowing and how to address the issue. The medical term for trouble swallowing is dysphagia. Rare experiences with it are…
(2022-08-28). Mayo Clinic Minute: Health benefits of kids and sports. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Some children are back in the classroom and others are getting ready. An important tool for keeping kids healthy is participation in youth sports, and it's not just because of physical activity. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/4dzpba9GP0w Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (0: 58) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. There are the obvious physical benefits when kids play sports. It improves cardiovascular health…
(2022-08-28). Country's job market stabilizes despite challenges. ecns.cn The central government has stabilized China's job market in the past 10 years and has managed to withstand the tremendous impact inflicted by the COVID-19 epidemic and challenges posed by economic downturn since 2020.
(2022-08-28). Robots may help take the heat off testing staff. ecns.cn Amid the sweltering heat waves that have roasted southern China for days, it's a tough challenge for medical staff wearing heavy protective suits to collect throat swabs at COVID-19 testing sites.
(2022-08-27). The Terrifying Research Nuclear Powers Don't Want You To See. popularresistance.org Humanity is, according to United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, "just one misunderstanding, one miscalculation away from nuclear annihilation." The warning , made at the Tenth Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, arrives at a time of alarmingly heightened tensions around the world. Just a few days after Guterres made that statement, Nature Food published a harrowing scientific paper that drove home the UN Secretary General's message: "Global food insecurity and famine from the reduced crop, marine fishery and livestock production due to climate d…
(2022-08-27). Kent School District teachers strike for pay rise, smaller class sizes. wsws.org Teachers at Kent Public Schools have launched a strike with overwhelming public support to struggle against inadequate wages, unmanageable class sizes, worsening school and living conditions, and the mass spread of COVID-19.
(2022-08-27). Mayo Clinic Minute: Hand, foot and mouth disease in kids. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Hand, foot and mouth disease, most commonly caused by a coxsackievirus, is a highly contagious childhood illness. The virus can be spread through respiratory droplets, person-to-person contact and touching a contaminated object.Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a pediatric infectious diseases specialist at Mayo Clinic's Children's Center, says it is typically an illness of young children — usually children under 5. But you can get infected with hand, foot and mouth disease at any age. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute. youtu.be/Tv1v-rMiK4A…
(2022-08-27). Coloring is good for your health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org What used to be known as a simple, fun activity for kids now is a tool for practicing good mental health. Coloring has increased in popularity recently, especially for adults. While children's coloring books feature cartoon characters and simple designs, adult coloring books have intricate patterns of flowers, artwork, mandalas or animals. Books are available for purchase, and you can print free coloring pages online. For people who prefer a digital version, many coloring apps…
(2022-08-27). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Back-to-school mental health tips. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Our daughter has attended school virtually for the past five years and enjoyed the experience. Now that she is heading into ninth grade, she wants a more traditional high school experience. However, she has become more nervous as school gets closer and complains about stomachaches. How can I ease the transition for her and help her be less anxious? ANSWER: School is one of the most important places where children learn and grow intellectually,…
(2022-08-27). Mayo Clinic Orthopedics and Sports Medicine to offer walk-in sports injury clinics on Saturdays. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic Orthopedics and Sports Medicine will provide a Saturday morning injury clinic for Rochester-area middle school, high school and college athletes injured during recent sports activities. This includes all athletes from schools in Southeast Minnesota, Western Wisconsin and Northern Iowa. The clinic will open each Saturday at 8 a.m. between Sept. 3 and Oct. 15. The clinic will be held on the third floor of the Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center…
(2022-08-27). Consumer Health: What are head lice? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org For many families, the start of school is a busy, exciting time of year. For some families, though, returning to school also means unpleasant, unwelcome guests: head lice. An estimated 6—12 million infestations of head lice occur each year in the U.S. among children ages 3—11, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Head lice are tiny insects that feed on blood from the human scalp. Head lice don't carry bacterial or viral diseases,…
(2022-08-27). Twitter labelled scientific reporting as COVID-19 as "misinformation" wsws.org Widespread reports that Twitter has been falsely labeling tweets by scientists, doctors and other public health experts about COVID-19 as "misinformation" has intensified an ongoing crisis at the social media platform.
(2022-08-27). HKUST scientists identify key blood protein for simpler treatment for Alzheimer's disease. ecns.cn The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) on Thursday announced the identification of a blood protein vital in the pathogenesis of Alzheimer's disease (AD), paving the way for a simpler treatment of the neurodegenerative illness.
(2022-08-27). Severance: Employees undergo surgery to separate work and home life. wsws.org Employees at a mysterious technology and pharmaceutical corporation have their memories severed to divide their work and personal lives in this science-fiction meets dark-comedy thriller.
(2022-08-27). Twitter labelled scientific reporting of COVID-19 as "misinformation" wsws.org Widespread reports that Twitter has been falsely labeling tweets by scientists, doctors and other public health experts about COVID-19 as "misinformation" has intensified an ongoing crisis at the social media platform.
(2022-08-27). Australia: Five-year-old girl dies after waiting more than 30 hours for treatment in Canberra Hospital. wsws.org Rozalia Spadafora's death from myocarditis could likely have been prevented, were it not for the poor state of the territory's public health system.
(2022-08-26). Biden Government Pulls 'This You?' On MAGA, Exposes Millions Of Forgiven PPP Loans Distributed To Members Of Congress. moguldom.com After conservative critics called President Joe Biden "unfair" for canceling student debt with a policy that will forgive up to $20,000 in loans per borrower, the White House responded by exposing millions of dollars in forgiven covid relief loans given to members of Congress. Frequent Biden critic Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) criticized President Joe …