(2023-02-17). Sanders Excoriates 'Unprecedented' Greed of Big Pharma During Pandemic. scheerpost.com 
The senator asked if it is "morally acceptable that tens of thousands of people die each year in this country because they cannot afford the medicine their doctors prescribe, while at the same time, the drug companies make billions of dollars in profits."
(2023-02-18). Stopping cholera in Malawi: firefighting measures are not enough. peoplesdispatch.org As Malawi continues to face a rampant cholera outbreak, local activists call for long-term investment in the health system and more health workers to complement short-term solutions…
(2023-02-18). [Correspondence] A systematic analysis points in the wrong direction for cervical cancer elimination — Author's reply. thelancet.com In their Correspondence, Ashley Jackson raises concern about the inclusion of unsafe sex as a behavioural, potentially modifiable risk factor for cervical cancer in the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2019 Study1 and the potential negative implications this framing could have on misdirecting policy makers towards ineffective strategies to reduce cervical cancer burden. We appreciate this feedback and the opportunity to clarify our intentions in the published analysis.1…
(2023-02-18). Mayo Clinic Minute: Heart disease in African American women. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in women in the U.S. And African American women have an even higher risk of dying from heart disease ‚Äï and at a younger age ‚Äï than white women, according to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. LaPrincess Brewer, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says this serious issue is compounded by the fact that many African American women are not…
(2023-02-18). Science Saturday: Can AI-enhanced heart screening address health disparities? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Clinicians and researchers around the world are combining artificial intelligence, known as AI, with health care to help identify patients at greater risk of cardiovascular diseases, such as stroke and heart failure. However, as use of these AI-enhanced tools grows, researchers at Mayo Clinic are asking, "Do these tools work reliably for people of color?" and "Are they accessible in community health care settings?" "AI-based health interventions are frequently developed and deployed without race-specific data analysis or…
(2023-02-18). Mayo Clinic Minute: Success in reducing heart disease deaths, except for young women. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Cardiovascular disease is still the No. 1 killer in the world. The good news is that, generally, the numbers are getting better, with one surprising exception. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Sharonne N. Hayes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, discusses how treatment bias for younger women may be a contributing factor. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/b5XjmSOeeBI Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 02) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please "Courtesy: Mayo Clinic…
(2023-02-17). Sanders Excoriates 'Unprecedented' Greed of Big Pharma During Pandemic. scheerpost.com The senator asked if it is "morally acceptable that tens of thousands of people die each year in this country because they cannot afford the medicine their doctors prescribe, while at the same time, the drug companies make billions of dollars in profits."
(2023-02-18). Stopping cholera in Malawi: firefighting measures are not enough. peoplesdispatch.org As Malawi continues to face a rampant cholera outbreak, local activists call for long-term investment in the health system and more health workers to complement short-term solutions…
(2023-02-18). [Correspondence] A systematic analysis points in the wrong direction for cervical cancer elimination — Author's reply. thelancet.com In their Correspondence, Ashley Jackson raises concern about the inclusion of unsafe sex as a behavioural, potentially modifiable risk factor for cervical cancer in the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2019 Study1 and the potential negative implications this framing could have on misdirecting policy makers towards ineffective strategies to reduce cervical cancer burden. We appreciate this feedback and the opportunity to clarify our intentions in the published analysis.1…
(2023-02-18). Mayo Clinic Minute: Heart disease in African American women. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in women in the U.S. And African American women have an even higher risk of dying from heart disease ‚Äï and at a younger age ‚Äï than white women, according to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. LaPrincess Brewer, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says this serious issue is compounded by the fact that many African American women are not…
(2023-02-18). Science Saturday: Can AI-enhanced heart screening address health disparities? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Clinicians and researchers around the world are combining artificial intelligence, known as AI, with health care to help identify patients at greater risk of cardiovascular diseases, such as stroke and heart failure. However, as use of these AI-enhanced tools grows, researchers at Mayo Clinic are asking, "Do these tools work reliably for people of color?" and "Are they accessible in community health care settings?" "AI-based health interventions are frequently developed and deployed without race-specific data analysis or…
(2023-02-18). Mayo Clinic Minute: Success in reducing heart disease deaths, except for young women. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Cardiovascular disease is still the No. 1 killer in the world. The good news is that, generally, the numbers are getting better, with one surprising exception. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Sharonne N. Hayes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, discusses how treatment bias for younger women may be a contributing factor. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/b5XjmSOeeBI Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 02) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please "Courtesy: Mayo Clinic…
(2023-02-18). Do you know who to talk to about your child's routine vaccinations? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), routine vaccinations for kindergarten in the U.S. fell to 93% during the 2021-2022 school year. That's the second year in a row routine vaccination rates decreased. The vaccines help prevent potentially fatal or severe illnesses, including diphtheria, measles, mumps, rubella, polio, tetanus, whooping cough (pertussis) and others. The CDC says there are several reasons for the decline, including the possibility that misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines may have played…
(2023-02-18). MEDIA ADVISORY: Mayo physician seeks to help young adults with congenital heart failure before it's too late. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org February is American Heart Month, and a largely unaddressed condition affecting thousands of young people is at the center of a Mayo Clinic cardiologist's practice. Dr. Luke Burchill is the link between what young adults with congenital heart disease need to survive and thrive. Did you know a whopping 40,000 babies each year are born with congenital heart disease in the U.S.? But many of those same babies survive, only to unnecessarily risk premature death…
(2023-02-17). What is clinically meaningful to slow Alzheimer's progression? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Experts reframe understanding of treatment impact over time, need for combination therapies ROCHESTER, Minn. — An expert work group has reframed what is clinically meaningful to slow Alzheimer's disease progression during clinical trials, including treatment impact over time and the need for combination therapies. Alzheimer's & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer's Association has published the group's findings and recommendations: Slowing progression of disease — rather than halting it, which may come eventually — has…
(2023-02-17). Rise of congenital syphilis in the US the result of a decades-long deterioration in public health. wsws.org Congenital syphilis, a disease that was on its way to eradication, is once again reemerging along with other sexually transmitted infections.
(2023-02-16). Beijing, Paris agree to advance cooperation. ecns.cn Advancing multilateralism, high-level exchanges and restarting China-France cooperation affected by the COVID-19 epidemic were among the key areas of consensus reached during senior Chinese diplomat Wang Yi's latest visit to France.
(2023-02-17). Opioid epidemic: Biden's crackdown targets oppressed. workers.org 
When President Joe Biden delivered the State of the Union address in front of Congress Feb. 7, among the many topics he covered, were the opioid and overdose epidemics. He specifically mentioned the proliferation of fentanyl analogues and — with someone heckling him saying it was his fault — his . . . |
(2023-02-18). After the earthquake, Syria faces new health concerns. peoplesdispatch.org The earthquake that hit Syria and Turkey on February 6 added to the stress shouldered by health workers and services in Syria, already weakened by sanctions and conflict…
(2023-02-18). [Correspondence] Afghanistan's health system is under duress, but has not collapsed. thelancet.com Afghanistan's political crisis in August, 2021 triggered economic turmoil and a humanitarian emergency. Widespread hunger threatens the lives of children.1 Media stories relay the dire situation of some medical facilities—mostly hospitals in Kabul and other urban centres—without funds for staff salaries or medicine. However, although there are real challenges, the resilience exhibited by the health system has been largely overlooked.
(2023-02-18). [World Report] Poland bans energy drinks for under 18s. thelancet.com The ban has been welcomed by physicians, who have seen the adverse health effects. Ed Holt reports.
(2023-02-18). [Correspondence] Cautionary tales from the UK for the health reform in Singapore. thelancet.com The 2022 White Paper on Healthier Singapore1 provides an ambitious reorientation of the health system towards population health to overcome its fragmentation and respond to its rapidly ageing population.2 The plan is well aligned with the renewed vision of WHO3 regarding primary health care in that it aims for the development of long-standing productive relationships between the population and primary care professionals through individualised health plans that are supported by community partners and enabled by information technology, workforce, and financial arrangements, including a capitation-based model.
(2023-02-18). [World Report] Turkish health workers speak out on earthquake. thelancet.com Doctors have told The Lancet of the health impacts of, and inadequate preparation for, the earthquake which has killed more than 33‚Äà000 people. Kaya Genc reports from Istanbul.
(2023-02-18). Cal-OSHA, Amazon & The Corporate Capture Of California Agencies with Whistleblower David. indybay.org David Gass, a health and safety advocate and whistleblower at Amazon in the Central Valley talks about the fight to protect health and safety of the workers at Amazon and how Cal-OSHA under Governor Brown and Department of Industrial Relations Director Christine Baker conspired to cover-up serious health and safety problems at Bezo's Amazon warehouse. | Present governor Gavin Newsom also allowed the corrupt Christine Baker to join the California Fraud Assessment Commission representing employers. The Democratic Party controlled legislature refused to call for her removal and also refused to hold any hearings abou…
(2023-02-18). [World Report] Warnings over potential collapse of Chilean health system. thelancet.com A judicial ruling could cause the collapse of the private health sector, with devastating effects on the public health system. Mat Youkee reports from Santiago.
(2023-02-18). Consumer Health: Reduce your risk of the 4 most common cancers. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org February is National Cancer Prevention Month, which makes this a good time to learn what you can do to reduce your risk of the top four most common cancers diagnosed in the U.S. One in 2 men and 1 in 3 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society. The most common types of cancer diagnosed in the U.S. are skin cancer, breast cancer, prostate…
(2023-02-18). Mushrooms make healthy meal magic. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mushrooms can be found in so many dishes, from omelets to stir-fries, that they're often overlooked. But mushrooms not only are versatile, they also provide a variety of health benefits ranging from brain health to cancer prevention. They're naturally low in sodium and fat, two things that can affect heart health by raising blood pressure. There are more health-related reasons for eating these almost-magical fungi, including: Cancer preventionResearchers have found that incorporating any variety of…
(2023-02-18). Mayo study uses electronic health record data to assess metformin failure risk, optimize care. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A recent Mayo Clinic study published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism has found that using machine learning and electronic health record (EHR) data can help pinpoint patients with Type 2 diabetes who are at high-risk of experiencing metformin failure. Metformin is a widely used medication for treating diabetes; however, it is not always effective in controlling blood sugar levels. Although it is the first line of therapy used for treatment, metformin has…
(2023-02-18). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Are energy drinks a healthy option? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My husband has swapped out his regular morning coffee for an energy drink. Are these healthy options for getting his daily dose of caffeine? Do energy drinks have more caffeine than regular coffee? And how much caffeine is too much? ANSWER: People love their caffeine, whether it's coffee, tea, soda or energy drinks like your husband. It's the most common stimulant in the world, and about 90% of all adults consume caffeine in some…
(2023-02-18). Mayo Clinic Minute: Is salt sneaking into your diet? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Too much salt is not good for your health. This is especially true for people who have high blood pressure. Cutting back on how much you reach for the saltshaker is a good start. Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says beware of other places salt may be hiding. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSA14AWD6Io Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 01) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-02-18). Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin redesignated a level 4 trauma hospital. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org AUSTIN, Minn. ‚Äï The Minnesota Department of Health has redesignated Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin as a level 4 trauma hospital. The recertification process included an outside review of the hospital's resources and capabilities to care for trauma patients. To qualify for level 4 designation, the trauma hospital must have an established trauma program within its facility that meets the required criteria set forth by the state and a site visit that focuses on…
(2023-02-17). Striking Spanish doctors suspect a plot to privatize healthcare. therealnews.com 
Every Wednesday since Nov. 2022, over 1,000 healthcare workers in Madrid have staged walkouts in protest of working conditions which they say undermine their ability to provide proper care and threaten patient health. The striking physicians are demanding at least 10 minutes to see each patient in general medicine, and at least 15 minutes for pediatric patients. Deteriorating conditions are certainly linked to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, but doctors also suspect that the state may be intentionally undermining the public healthcare system in order to introduce privatized healthcare. This video is part of…
(2023-02-17). East Palestine, Ohio, Residents Demand Answers After Release of Toxic Chemicals. strategic-culture.org Residents of East Palestine, Ohio, packed a town hall meeting Wednesday night to demand answers about the ongoing health risks facing their community after the derailment of a Norfolk Southern freight train on February 3 and the decision by railroad and government authorities to deliberately release and burn toxic chemicals contained in tanker cars days later.
(2023-02-16). Insurance reforms promote efficient use of medical funds. ecns.cn Healthcare insurance reforms recently adopted by local governments are aimed at promoting efficient use of public medical funds and increasing benefits for people, such as the elderly, who need them the most, experts said.
(2023-02-17). Put The Bird DOWN Elon At Twitter! Launch Musk On Autopilot To Mars NOW! indybay.org Artists, poets and labor activists rallied in front of Twitter to demand that Elon Musk be sent to Mars on autopilot. They also spoke out against the illegal layoffs at Twitter and the violations of health and safety along with racist working conditions at Tesla which is called the plantation by Tesla workers.
(2023-02-17). Mayo Clinic Q and A: 5 questions about MRI. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I suffered an injury while working out and my primary care physician ordered an X-ray. However, after reviewing the results, my doctor recommended that I have an MRI. I am a very anxious person. Can you explain more about what this type of testing entails and what I can expect? ANSWER: Understandably, any health care concern can lead to feelings of anxiety and nervousness. Depending upon the situation, your care team may begin with…
(2023-02-17). Stacking: Insiders Share Benefits, Efficiencies Of Combining Term And Whole Life Insurance Policies. moguldom.com About 56 percent of Black Americans currently have life insurance, and the numbers have been slowly increasing in recent years. However, 75 percent of Black Americans want life insurance, so it's clear that many are still in need of affordable, adequate coverage. On top of the coverage gap, Black Americans have a higher mortality rate …
(2023-02-17). Selected Articles: Post COVID mRNA Vaccination: Immune System Dysfunction, Neuropathic Symptoms. globalresearch.ca 
By Why does Eric Clapton's story matter? He may have been injured by two doses of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, but this is not …
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(2023-02-18). Xi Jinping delivers speech at meeting of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee on COVID-19 prevention and control work. ecns.cn The Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee held a meeting on Feb. 16 to hear a report on the recent COVID-19 prevention and control work. Xi Jinping, general secretary of the CPC Central Committee, presided over the meeting and delivered an important speech.
(2023-02-18). Australia: Socialist Alliance NSW election campaign has nothing to do with socialism. wsws.org The pseudo-left party is burying the major issues facing working people, including war and the disastrous "let it rip" COVID policies.
(2023-02-17). Europe And The Syndrome 2023: People Against Power. southfront.org 
Click to see full-size image | Written by Piero Messina | There is an underground tide shaking Europe: from France to Italy, from Great Britain to Portugal. After bowing their heads for two and a half years, accepting limitations of freedom and "digital" constraints at the time of the Covid pandemic, European citizens are now taking to the streets and protesting. | In France, President Macron's proposal to rewrite the rules for retiring is contested. In Paris, the protest of the Yellow Vests forgotten, now it is…
(2023-02-17). Earthquake Response Turkey; Husseini on Pandemic Origins & US Biowarfare; ILWU10 For Mumia. indybay.org Pacifica's CRD: Earthquake Response in Turkey; Sam Husseini on Pandemic Origins and US Biowarfare; Union Fights for Freedom for Mumia; Death Penalty Abolitionists in Texas Speak Out…
(2023-02-16). Top leadership hails victory over COVID. ecns.cn China has secured a major, decisive victory in fighting COVID-19, creating a miracle in the history of human civilization of a country with a vast population successfully prevailing over a pandemic, according to a key meeting of the Communist Party of China on Thursday.
(2023-02-16). China achieves major, decisive victory in COVID response: CPC leadership. ecns.cn The Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee said at a meeting on Thursday that China has achieved a major and decisive victory in its COVID-19 prevention and control since November 2022.
(2023-02-17). Llegan a Costa Rica 18.000 dosis de vacunas bivalentes contra Covid-19. telesurtv.net Las vacunas arribaron a Costa Rica el pasado 14 de febrero y fueron entregadas a la Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social.
(2023-02-17). Chile registra más de 1.700 nuevos casos de Covid-19. telesurtv.net Chile acumula un total de 5.144.220 casos confirmados de la enfermedad, mientras que la cifra de decesos aumentó a. 64.040.
