(2023-10-09). Ethiopia: Cholera Outbreak Death Toll Rises to 300, WHO. telesurenglish.net The number of cholera deaths increased from 172 on July 12 to 300 as of Oct. 3 with a case fatality rate of 1.24 percent. | Fecal contamination of drinking water is the main source of cholera, with most cholera patients using unsafe drinking water, according to the WHO. Oct. 9, 2023.
(2023-10-09). Over 1.5 million cancer deaths in women worldwide could be avoided through proper prevention, says report by The Lancet. peoplesdispatch.org A recent The Lancet Commission analyzed data on the intersection of gender, power, and cancer distribution, issuing warnings about the unequal burden of disease still shouldered by women…
(2023-10-09). Live samples of Ebola end up in US lab, says Russian general. tass.com According to Igor Kirillov, the samples were sent to the institute after Metabiota employees had collected them in an unauthorized manner during the 2014 outbreak of the virus disease in West Africa…
(2023-10-09). Emerging Science: The True Precipitating Cause of Alzheimer's May Be Much Simpler Than Previously Believed. transcend.org 5 Oct 2023 – The mainstream medical community has long held that the buildup of amyloid and tau proteins in the brain is the precipitating cause of Alzheimer's disease, but the true cause may be much simpler and, critically, much more simply prevented/treated.
(2023-10-09). Mayo Clinic Minute: Managing atrial fibrillation. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Nearly 3 million Americans are living with a heart condition called atrial fibrillation, according to the American Heart Association. And the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that number could be as high as 12 million by the start of the next decade. September is National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month. But what is atrial fibrillation and how do you fix it? Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/eognqWn8ZSI Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 25) is in the…
(2023-10-09). 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…
(2023-10-09). Consumer Health: Treating thyroid cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn about treating thyroid cancer. Nearly 44,000 new cases of thyroid cancer will be diagnosed in the U.S. this year, and more than 2,000 people will die of the disease, according to the American Cancer Society. Thyroid cancer occurs in the cells of the thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland at the base of your neck. Your thyroid produces hormones that regulate your heart rate, blood…
(2023-10-09). Mayo Clinic Minute: Why more preventive screenings are needed in the Hispanic community. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org According to a recent study by the American Cancer Society, cancer is a leading cause of death among those of Hispanic heritage living in the U.S. Hispanic and Latino people are less likely to be diagnosed with lung, colon, breast and prostate cancers than non-Hispanic white men and women. Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says preventive screenings for cancer and other diseases are effective ways to help reduce these burdens. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/UEWLL7Om-ow Journalists: Broadcast-quality…
(2023-10-09). Mayo Clinic Minute: Who benefits from taking statins? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org If you're at risk of heart disease, your healthcare team might use the pooled cohort equation (PCE) tool to determine your long-term risk and whether taking statins — cholesterol-lowering medication — is a good option. Dr. Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says it's important to understand who benefits the most from statins. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/7J-pyvntHyg Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 06) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2023-10-09). Real-world study confirms reliability of tool assessing 10-year risk prediction of heart disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — A recent study based on real-world community patient data confirms the effectiveness of the Pooled Cohort Equation (PCE), developed by the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology in 2013. The PCE is used to estimate a person's 10-year risk of developing clogged arteries, also known as atherosclerosis, and guide heart attack and stroke prevention efforts. Study findings are published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. The…
(2023-10-09). Mayo Clinic Minute: Strategies to stay healthy during respiratory virus season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Fall and winter are a time when highly contagious viruses that cause respiratory illness usually circulate heavily in communities. Because many of these viruses can lead to serious infection, hospitalization and even death, it's crucial to arm yourself with strategies that can help prevent illness and keep you and your loved ones safe. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Priya Sampathkumar, an infectious diseases expert, outlines some strategies you can use to keep you and…
(2023-10-09). Mayo Clinic's AI innovation inspires hope in early detection of pancreatic cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Algorithm seeks to address 'last-mile' barrier by identifying disease when cure still possible ROCHESTER, Minn. — Estimated to become the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. by 2030, pancreatic cancer has a grim prognosis with nearly 70% of patients facing mortality within the first year of diagnosis. Unfortunately, 40% of small pancreatic cancers elude detection on CT scans until they've advanced to an incurable stage. This creates a critical "last-mile" barrier for early…
(2023-10-09). Fudan University releases new HBV study. ecns.cn A joint study by Shanghai's Fudan University and the World Health Organization found that the strategy of universal vaccination of neonatal hepatitis B vaccine has effectively reduced the rate of chronic hepatitis B virus infection in children in China.
(2023-10-08). Medicare Is in Desperate Need of Modernization and Expansion — Not Privatization. truthout.org For 58 years, Medicare and Medicaid have provided life-saving and life-sustaining care for millions of Americans, but they are rapidly being weakened by politicians who insist on inviting corporations to oversee their implementation. Health insurance companies are creeping into Medicare and Medicaid via so-called "managed care." Often proposed as a cost-saving measure, managed care is when… |
(2023-10-08). Palestinian resistance continues operation amid indiscriminate airstrikes by Israel in Gaza. peoplesdispatch.org Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu hinted at a ground invasion during his address to the nation on Saturday, October 7, more than 16 hours after the Palestinian resistance movements launched their operation Al-Aqsa Floods. The move would be a serious escalation in Israeli aggression against Gaza. | Hours after the start of the operation, Israeli forces began a campaign of intensive bombings inside Gaza. The airstrikes have destroyed several civilian buildings in besieged Gaza Strip including a 14-storied building, housing various administrative offices. According to the Palestinian health ministry, an esti…
(2023-10-08). Palestinian death toll from Israel attacks reaches 370 — Palestinian Health Ministry. tass.com According to the agency, 2,200 Palestinians were injured…
(2023-10-08). Death toll in Palestine rises to 413 after escalation with Israel — Health Ministry. tass.com According to the department, 2.3 thousand Palestinians were injured…
(2023-10-09). Death toll from outbreak of war with Israel rises to 450 in Palestine — health officials. tass.com It is also reported that 13 high-rise residential buildings were completely destroyed in the Gaza Strip, with 159 private homes being demolished and more than 1,000 partially destroyed…
(2023-10-09). Treating breast cancer: Doctors often focus on the medical and physical — what about the emotional? channelnewsasia.com It is simply "not enough" for doctors to explain and execute an effective treatment plan for women suffering from breast cancer. Empathy, tenderness and even celebration are also key to recovery, says Dr Michelle Tseng, a female radiation oncologist in private healthcare.
(2023-10-09). Women, children are two thirds of casualties in Afghan temblor that killed over 2000. firstpost.com World Health Organization's emergency response director in Afghanistan has said that women and children make up two-thirds of the recent earthquake victims who were hospitalized with serious injuries. | The Taliban government reported that the quakes on Saturday, which were among the deadliest in the globe this year after those in Turkey and Syria in which an estimated 50,000 people died, left at least 2,400 people dead and more than 2,000 injured. | "The majority of those who are injured and killed are women and children who were inside the houses at the time of the earthquake, which occurred around 11 in the mo…
(2023-10-09). Consumer Health: Dehydration — it's more than being thirsty. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Water is essential to good health. Every cell, tissue and organ in your body needs water to work properly. Water is essential for maintaining your body temperature; lubricating and cushioning your joints; and getting rid of waste through urination, perspiration and bowel movements. Dehydration occurs when you use or lose more fluid than you take in, and your body doesn't have enough water and other fluids to carry out its normal functions. If you don't…
(2023-10-09). Consumer Health: Do your medications and supplements affect your blood pressure? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org If you've been diagnosed with high blood pressure, you're in good company. Nearly half of the adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure, and many don't even know they have it, according to the American Heart Association. Your healthcare professional likely has provided information about the dangers of high blood pressure and lifestyle changes you can make to control it. And if lifestyle changes aren't enough, your healthcare team may recommend medication to lower your blood pressure. You also should know…
(2023-10-09). A decade of data describes nationwide youth mental health crisis. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org When Tanner Bommersbach, M.D., and a team of Mayo Clinic researchers analyzed national records of pediatric emergency department visits, they provided essential data to describe the growing national crisis in pediatric mental health. Their study found that from 2011 to 2020, youth visits to emergency departments for mental health reasons doubled, while the proportion of visits for suicide-related symptoms increased fivefold. The team's findings were recently published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Dr. Bommersbach,…
(2023-10-09). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Foods to help maximize your memory. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I enjoy cooking, but I prefer to work with the freshest ingredients. As such, I grow my own fruits and vegetables in a small garden and purchase other fresh produce from a local farmers market. I've read that certain foods may help with memory function. Are there foods I can eat to help boost my cognitive health? ANSWER: Research suggests that the ability to maximize memory function may be related to what…
(2023-10-09). What's that sound? A heart murmur can be innocent or serious. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Lubb-dupp. Lubb-dupp. Those are the words that healthcare professionals often use to mimic the sound of your heartbeat. That steady, regular sound is made by your heart valves opening and closing as blood circulates through your heart. You may have heard the term "heart murmur." A murmur is an extra heart sound that can be heard by a stethoscope. Sometimes, the murmur sounds like a humming, which can be faint or loud. It might be temporary or…
(2023-10-09). Mayo Clinic to deploy and test Microsoft generative AI tools. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn., and REDMOND, Wash. — Mayo Clinic, a world leader in healthcare known for its commitment to innovation, is among the first healthcare organizations to deploy Microsoft 365 Copilot. This new generative AI service combines the power of large language models (LLMs) with organizational data from Microsoft 365 to enable new levels of productivity in the enterprise. Mayo Clinic is testing the Microsoft 365 Copilot Early Access Program with hundreds of its clinical staff,…
(2023-10-09). Discover a world of healthcare career opportunities at Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences events. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Healthcare careers are in high demand, and Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences has events this month in Arizona and Minnesota to introduce prospective students to more than 20 promising healthcare career options. At Mayo Clinic Hospital in Phoenix on Saturday, Oct. 7, the school will host an Education and Career Fair for high school students. The event is designed for students interested in healthcare who want to learn more about the wide variety of…
(2023-10-09). Angola and Palestine to discuss bilateral cooperation. plenglish.com Luanda, Oct 9 (Prensa Latina) Angolan Foreign Minister Téte António on Monday welcomed Palestine Ambassador Jubrael George Bishara Shomali in order to debate on bilateral cooperation in various areas. At the meeting, both diplomats paid special attention to issues related to cooperation in health and construction, according to a statement from the Foreign Ministry.
(2023-10-09). Cuban President congratulates University of Sports. plenglish.com "Today, October 9, is the 50th anniversary of the University of Sport. Its performance goes from classrooms to courts and from these to the communities in order to contribute to a healthier society. | Congratulations to its workers, professors, students and founders", the Cuban leader posted on X social media. | The university, which has graduated 85% of Cuba's current Olympic champions, has announced there is a new plan afoot to recreational sports festivals, meetings with founders and graduations of master's and doctoral degrees, among other activities.
(2023-10-09). WHO launches new guidance for better quality in mental health care. plenglish.com Geneva, Oct 9 (Prensa Latina) Ahead of World Mental Health Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Office of the High Commissioner on Human Rights (OHCHR) are jointly launching new guidance, entitled "Mental health, human rights and legislation: guidance and practice", to support countries to reform legislation in order to end human rights abuses and increase access to quality mental health care.
(2023-10-09). Armed Conflict Leaves 800 Dead in Israel and 560 in Gaza. telesurenglish.net After days of conflict between Israeli forces and Palestinian resistance militias, authorities on both sides have confirmed that 800 people died in Israel and 560 Palestinians died in Gaza. | RELATED: | While the Israeli Health Ministry confirmed 2,506 injuries, the Palestinian authorities indicated that 2,900 people have been injured as a result of the intense Israeli bombings against the civilian population in Gaza.
(2023-10-09). Possible Treatment for COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine Turbo Cancer? Melatonin Regulates Oncogenic Micro RNAs or miRNA or Oncomir. Can It Counteract Pfizer's Co-miRNA-ty Vaccine? globalresearch.ca
(2023-10-09). Beijing to provide free HPV shots for girls. ecns.cn Authorities in Beijing said recently that the capital will begin delivering human papillomavirus vaccines to girls for free this year as part of a trial program aimed at accelerating the elimination of cervical cancer.
(2023-10-08). Pericarditis Is Up 700% in 2022. Pfizer Executives Don't Understand How Pfizer COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines Cause Pericarditis. globalresearch.ca
(2023-10-08). SF City Workers Against Firings Over Vaccine, Attacks on Civil Service & Privatization. indybay.org San Francisco city workers and non-profit workers spoke out against firings over refusal to take the vaccine, attacks on the merit system and civil service and outsourcing and privatization of public services.
(2023-10-08). 13 reasons why you should NEVER allow your Child to get the COVID-19 Vaccine. expose-news.com For a child to be competent enough to make the decision to have the Covid-19 vaccine they should be made aware of all the facts before they reach their decision, and the …
(2023-10-09). Robert F. Kennedy Jr. likely to announce independent run for US president. firstpost.com Robert F. Kennedy Jr, an environmental lawyer, anti-vaccine activist and son of the former senator, is expected to announce Monday in Philadelphia that he is dropping his Democratic Party bid for president and will run as an independent. | Kennedy's campaign flagged the announcement late last month in a video posted to YouTube, promising a "sea change in American politics." | Kennedy's combination of deep-pocketed backers, famous name and lack of enthusiasm for leading Republican candidate Donald Trump or Joe Biden, the Democratic president seeking re-election, could give his campaign a boost, political strategis…
(2023-10-09). SF City Workers Against Firings Over Vaccine, Attacks on Civil Service & Privatization. indybay.org San Francisco city workers and non-profit workers spoke out against firings over refusal to take the vaccine, attacks on the merit system and civil service and outsourcing and privatization of public services.
(2023-10-09). Women are Key to Ending World Hunger. counterpunch.org It is one of the world's greatest tragedies, and it is still neglected. In 2021, the world reached a new, although unwelcome landmark: the number of people affected by hunger rose to 828 million, an increase of about 150 million since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. This, according to a United Nations report, The
(2023-10-09). mRNA Detected in Breast Milk After COVID-19 Vaccination Can be Passed On to Infants: New Study. globalresearch.ca
(2023-10-08). A Contract for COVID-19 Research was issued 3 months before COVID-19 was known to "officially" exist by the U.S. D.O.D to a company in Ukraine. expose-news.com The world first started to hear about a novel coronavirus in early January 2020, with reports of an alleged new pneumonia-like illness spreading across Wuhan, China. However, the world did not actually …
(2023-10-09). Delhiites have seen 200 'good air' days so far in 2023. firstpost.com Except for 2020, which saw a rigorous lockdown because to COVID-19, Delhi has experienced 200 days of "good to moderate" air quality this year, a first since 2015, the Centre's Commission for Air Quality Management reported on Monday. | Delhi's 24-hour average air quality index on Monday was 175; this rating is considered moderate. | "For the first time since 2015 (barring Covid affected 2020), Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) has been in 'Good to Moderate' AQI category for 200 days," the CAQM stated on X. | The total number of "good to moderate" air quality days during the corresponding period in 2022, 2021 and 2…
(2023-10-09). Robert F. Kennedy Jr. likely to announce independent run for US president. firstpost.com Robert F. Kennedy Jr, an environmental lawyer, anti-vaccine activist and son of the former senator, is expected to announce Monday in Philadelphia that he is dropping his Democratic Party bid for president and will run as an independent. | Kennedy's campaign flagged the announcement late last month in a video posted to YouTube, promising a "sea change in American politics." | Kennedy's combination of deep-pocketed backers, famous name and lack of enthusiasm for leading Republican candidate Donald Trump or Joe Biden, the Democratic president seeking re-election, could give his campaign a boost, political strategis…
(2023-10-09). SF City Workers Against Firings Over Vaccine, Attacks on Civil Service & Privatization. indybay.org San Francisco city workers and non-profit workers spoke out against firings over refusal to take the vaccine, attacks on the merit system and civil service and outsourcing and privatization of public services.
(2023-10-09). Women are Key to Ending World Hunger. counterpunch.org It is one of the world's greatest tragedies, and it is still neglected. In 2021, the world reached a new, although unwelcome landmark: the number of people affected by hunger rose to 828 million, an increase of about 150 million since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. This, according to a United Nations report, The
(2023-10-09). mRNA Detected in Breast Milk After COVID-19 Vaccination Can be Passed On to Infants: New Study. globalresearch.ca
(2023-10-08). A Contract for COVID-19 Research was issued 3 months before COVID-19 was known to "officially" exist by the U.S. D.O.D to a company in Ukraine. expose-news.com The world first started to hear about a novel coronavirus in early January 2020, with reports of an alleged new pneumonia-like illness spreading across Wuhan, China. However, the world did not actually …
(2023-10-09). Delhiites have seen 200 'good air' days so far in 2023. firstpost.com Except for 2020, which saw a rigorous lockdown because to COVID-19, Delhi has experienced 200 days of "good to moderate" air quality this year, a first since 2015, the Centre's Commission for Air Quality Management reported on Monday. | Delhi's 24-hour average air quality index on Monday was 175; this rating is considered moderate. | "For the first time since 2015 (barring Covid affected 2020), Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) has been in 'Good to Moderate' AQI category for 200 days," the CAQM stated on X. | The total number of "good to moderate" air quality days during the corresponding period in 2022, 2021 and 2…
(2023-10-08). Understanding The 'Science Of Reading' And How To Get Kids To Love It. newsone.com 
Source: Goran13 / Getty | Reading ability among U.S. students Although the COVID-19 school shutdowns are responsible for