Monthly Archives: December 2023

2023-12-24: News Headlines

Prof Michel Chossudovsky (2023-12-24). Video: Remember the Covid-19 Christmas 2021 under Lockdown. Will it Happen Again? globalresearch.ca We are told by our governments that It's Christmas under Lockdown. To protect you and your loved ones against the so-called deadly Covid Omicron Variant. The announcement was made on Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving.

WSWS (2023-12-23). JN.1 becomes dominant COVID-19 strain across the US, fueling winter wave of mass infection. wsws.org The rise of JN.1 to dominance in the US could soon cause the second-highest number of COVID-19 cases of any wave so far, excluding only the initial Omicron wave exactly two years ago.

Michaela Herrmann, Clare Carlile, DeSmog. (2023-12-23). Animal Pharma Industry Resists Curbing Overuse Of Antibiotics. popularresistance.org Two years after landmark European Union legislation designed to curb the overuse of antibiotics on farms came into force, new analysis from DeSmog reveals eight key narratives the veterinary medicine and farming lobbies deploy to defend the billion-dollar market for the drugs. | Aiming to combat the emergence of deadly treatment-resistant bacteria in humans, known in medical jargon as "antimicrobial resistance," or AMR, the new rules are the world's most rigorous legislation governing farm antibiotics. The regulations banned the "routine" use of antibiotics on farms for whole herds of healthy animals, including o…

Michaela Herrmann, Clare Carlile, DeSmog. (2023-12-23). Animal Pharma Industry Resists Curbing Overuse Of Antibiotics On Farms. popularresistance.org Two years after landmark European Union legislation designed to curb the overuse of antibiotics on farms came into force, new analysis from DeSmog reveals eight key narratives the veterinary medicine and farming lobbies deploy to defend the billion-dollar market for the drugs. | Aiming to combat the emergence of deadly treatment-resistant bacteria in humans, known in medical jargon as "antimicrobial resistance," or AMR, the new rules are the world's most rigorous legislation governing farm antibiotics. The regulations banned the "routine" use of antibiotics on farms for whole herds of healthy animals, including o…

The Independent (2023-12-24). First beneficiary of Mulago hospital maiden organ transplant surgery has waited two years. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Mulago National Referral Hospital officially launched its transplant program on Saturday with a successful kidney transplant surgery on Wednesday. Dr. Frank Asiimwe, the head of the Transplant Unit told URN that the recipient is one of the thousands who have been battling end-stage kidney disease and had been on dialysis without …

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-24). Pregnancy, flu and importance of vaccination. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) finds that when mothers receive the flu vaccine, their babies experience fewer hospitalizations and emergency room visits for the flu, particularly if the baby is under 3 months old or born to a mother who received the vaccine in the third trimester. Pregnant women are among those at higher risk of complications of severe illness from flu infection. Dr. Thomas Howell Jr., an OB-GYN at Mayo Clinic Health…

Pavel López Lazo (2023-12-24). China reports respiratory diseases rate dropped 8.2 percent. plenglish.com Beijing, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) The incidence of respiratory diseases in China continues to drop nationwide, a trend that should continue for the next few days, local health authorities reported on Sunday.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-24). Mayo Clinic Minute: Best cooking fats for healthy cholesterol levels. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Are you trying to remember which fat is the good fat to use in the kitchen? If you are confused about whether to use unsaturated fats, polyunsaturated, monounsaturated or saturated fats when cooking, it's understandable. It can be confusing. Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says fats that raise your bad cholesterol levels and increase your risk for heart disease are the ones to avoid. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/drmIcHaxxfM Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of this post….

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-24). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Self-care steps can keep your heart healthy during the holidays. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have read that heart attacks are more common around the holidays. Why does that happen? Is there anything I can do to lower my risk? I currently take blood pressure medication, and heart disease runs in my family. ANSWER: Heart attacks, along with heart problems in general, are more common around the holidays. Various factors can play into this, including stress, travel, disrupted schedules, changes in diet and even environmental factors. Fortunately, many…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-24). Loneliness and social isolation through the holidays. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The holiday season, billed as the happiest time of the year, can be lonely, especially for those without close family and friends. Loneliness and social isolation, recognized as an epidemic by the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, have significant health implications. Dr. Amit Shah, a Mayo Clinic geriatrician and internist, says loneliness is a subjective feeling or perception when a person is not feeling connected to others. Social isolation is a lack of connections…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-24). Mayo Clinic Minute: Treating liver cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Liver cancer rates have more than tripled in the U.S. since 1980 and continue to rise. More than 41,000 people will be diagnosed with liver cancer in the U.S. this year, and about 29,000 will die from the disease, according to the American Cancer Society. Dr. Lionel Kankeu Fonkoua, a Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center oncologist, discusses prevention and treatment. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/mxNW4Wrd-_Y Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0: 59) is in the downloads…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-24). Shortened telomeres heighten risk of serious lung disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The 46 human chromosomes are shown in blue, with the telomeres appearing as white pinpoints. The DNA has already been copied, so each chromosome is made up of two identical lengths of DNA, each with its own two telomeres. Credit: Hesed Padilla-Nash and Thomas Ried, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health. In 2017, Cindy Sutherland caught a nasty cold she couldn't shake. After coughing nonstop for weeks, she went to urgent care and got a…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-24). Mayo Clinic names new Research leader. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Vijay Shah, M.D. ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic has announced the appointment of Vijay Shah, M.D., as Kinney Executive Dean of Research. He succeeds Gregory Gores, M.D., who has served in the position for 10 years. Dr. Shah, a consultant with joint appointments in Gastroenterology and Hepatology as well as Physiology and Biomedical Engineering, is chair of Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Rochester and is the Carol M. Gatton Professor of Digestive Diseases Research….

Walaa Sabah (2023-12-23). War on Gaza: Conflict strands chronic disease patients without access to treatment. middleeasteye.net

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Pregnancy, flu and importance of vaccination. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) finds that when mothers receive the flu vaccine, their babies experience fewer hospitalizations and emergency room visits for the flu, particularly if the baby is under 3 months old or born to a mother who received the vaccine in the third trimester. Pregnant women are among those at higher risk of complications of severe illness from flu infection. Dr. Thomas Howell Jr., an OB-GYN at Mayo Clinic Health…

Taylor Hudak (2023-12-23). Pathologist Arne Burkhardt Final Interview — Revealing the Grave Dangers of mRNA Vaccines. thelastamericanvagabond.com "Autopsy is not only a service to the doctors who were responsible for the patient, but it is a public service for our health system." — Prof. Dr. Arne Burkhardt Many cases of sudden death and severe disease are being reported since the rollout of the COVID-19 gene-based vaccines. Early on, several doctors and scientists

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic Minute: Best cooking fats for healthy cholesterol levels. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Are you trying to remember which fat is the good fat to use in the kitchen? If you are confused about whether to use unsaturated fats, polyunsaturated, monounsaturated or saturated fats when cooking, it's understandable. It can be confusing. Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says fats that raise your bad cholesterol levels and increase your risk for heart disease are the ones to avoid. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/drmIcHaxxfM Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of this post….

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Self-care steps can keep your heart healthy during the holidays. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have read that heart attacks are more common around the holidays. Why does that happen? Is there anything I can do to lower my risk? I currently take blood pressure medication, and heart disease runs in my family. ANSWER: Heart attacks, along with heart problems in general, are more common around the holidays. Various factors can play into this, including stress, travel, disrupted schedules, changes in diet and even environmental factors. Fortunately, many…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Loneliness and social isolation through the holidays. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The holiday season, billed as the happiest time of the year, can be lonely, especially for those without close family and friends. Loneliness and social isolation, recognized as an epidemic by the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, have significant health implications. Dr. Amit Shah, a Mayo Clinic geriatrician and internist, says loneliness is a subjective feeling or perception when a person is not feeling connected to others. Social isolation is a lack of connections…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic Minute: Treating liver cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Liver cancer rates have more than tripled in the U.S. since 1980 and continue to rise. More than 41,000 people will be diagnosed with liver cancer in the U.S. this year, and about 29,000 will die from the disease, according to the American Cancer Society. Dr. Lionel Kankeu Fonkoua, a Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center oncologist, discusses prevention and treatment. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/mxNW4Wrd-_Y Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0: 59) is in the downloads…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Shortened telomeres heighten risk of serious lung disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The 46 human chromosomes are shown in blue, with the telomeres appearing as white pinpoints. The DNA has already been copied, so each chromosome is made up of two identical lengths of DNA, each with its own two telomeres. Credit: Hesed Padilla-Nash and Thomas Ried, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health. In 2017, Cindy Sutherland caught a nasty cold she couldn't shake. After coughing nonstop for weeks, she went to urgent care and got a…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic names new Research leader. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Vijay Shah, M.D. ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic has announced the appointment of Vijay Shah, M.D., as Kinney Executive Dean of Research. He succeeds Gregory Gores, M.D., who has served in the position for 10 years. Dr. Shah, a consultant with joint appointments in Gastroenterology and Hepatology as well as Physiology and Biomedical Engineering, is chair of Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Rochester and is the Carol M. Gatton Professor of Digestive Diseases Research….

noemail (2023-12-23). US tensions with China are fraying long-cultivated academic ties. Will the chill hurt US interests? devdiscourse.com In the 1980s, Fu Xiangdong was a young Chinese virology student who came to the United States to study biochemistry. More than three decades later, he had a prestigious professorship in California and was conducting promising research on Parkinson's disease.

Famine Early Warning System Network (2023-12-23). Burundi – Food Security Outlook Update: High food and fuel prices likely to drive Stressed (IPC Phase 2) outcomes in east, December 2023. reliefweb.int

Peoples Health Dispatch, People's Dispatch. (2023-12-24). There Can Be No Holidays During A Genocide, Health Activists Warn. popularresistance.org "There is a real danger that when world leaders return from their Christmas holidays, there will be no health system left in Gaza," warned Melanie Ward, CEO of Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP). During the last 75 days, Israeli attacks have decimated the health infrastructure in the Gaza Strip, leaving 2.2 million without access to essential care. | According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there are no fully operational hospitals in this part of occupied Palestine left, and those still providing care are hanging by a very thin thread. MAP also reported that over the past 10 weeks of Israeli attacks, mor…

Editor (2023-12-24). There Can Be No Holidays During a Genocide, Health Activists Warn. scheerpost.com By Peoples Health Dispatch "There is a real danger that when world leaders return from their Christmas holidays, there will be no health system left in Gaza," warned Melanie Ward, CEO of Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP). During the last 75 days, Israeli attacks have decimated the health infrastructure in the Gaza Strip, leaving 2.2 million without …

Staff (2023-12-24). Gaza death toll from Israeli attacks since Oct 7 rises to 20,258. muslimmirror.com Gaza : The death toll of Palestinians from Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip has so far risen to 20,258 since October 7, with 53,688 others being injured, the Gaza-based Health Ministry has said in a statement. The ministry on Saturday said that at least 201 Palestinians were killed and 368 injured in Israeli attacks …

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-24). Mayo Clinic hits milestone of 1 million YouTube subscribers. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The channel's success is driven by the collaboration of teams from Mayo Clinic's Center for Digital Health, Marketing, IT and Communications, along with staff members across Mayo Clinic who share their expertise to help others. ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic's YouTube channel recently surpassed 1 million subscribers. Mayo Clinic started its YouTube channel in 2006, before the streaming platform became a household name. Over the past 17 years, the channel has grown steadily, delivering Mayo…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-24). Mayo Clinic makes transformative $22 million investment in local communities. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Twenty-one nonprofits will receive support to help those in need ROCHESTER, Minn. ‚Äï Mayo Clinic cares for its patients, communities and each other, and Mayo's Bold. Forward. strategy supports this care through work to Cure, Connect, and Transform healthcare for all. As this strategy successfully unfolds, this year Mayo Clinic is able to invest an additional $22 million in community organizations addressing pressing needs related to housing, food insecurity, access to healthcare, and safe places…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-24). Consumer Health: Who needs a gluten-free diet and why? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Whole grains are an important part of healthy diet. They are good sources of complex carbohydrates, as well as some key vitamins and minerals. And because whole grains are naturally high in fiber, they may help you feel full and satisfied, which can make it easier to maintain a healthy body weight. Eating more whole-grain foods also can lower your blood pressure. Some people, though, have a medical diagnosis that means they must avoid the…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-24). Fight off the flu with immune-boosting nutrients. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's flu season again, so most people get a flu shot and strive to stay healthy. But can certain foods or supplements boost the immune system and help with that "staying healthy" goal? Keep the immune system strong While having a healthy immune system is a plus during the season of colds and flu, consider these tips for keeping your immune system strong throughout the year. Focus on a balanced eating plan. Don't skip meals, so your…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-24). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Mindfulness and mental health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've been hearing a lot about mindfulness meditation lately and how it can help reduce stress and improve overall well-being. But I'm a bit skeptical and don't really understand how sitting still and doing nothing can make such a big difference. I have a busy and active lifestyle, and the idea of spending time just focusing on my breath or thoughts sounds boring. Are there real benefits of mindfulness meditation and how…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-24). Mayo Clinic Minute: Preventive strategies for a healthy holiday season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org As the holiday season begins, it's also the season of flu and respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. The southern parts of the U.S. are currently observing higher rates of RSV and influenza. Mayo Clinic experts expect the northern half of the country will start to see higher rates of these viruses over the course of the next few weeks and months. As the holiday season approaches and more people will be gathering to celebrate in…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-24). Healthy for the Holidays: Mayo recommends safety tips to keep kids healthy this season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org CHETEK, Wis. — The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can be a fun, exciting time. However, holiday decorations, parties and cold weather can pose threats to children. "The décor, the gifts and the fun outdoor activities can be a lot of fun for families, especially children," says Peter Reisner, M.D., a family medicine physician at Mayo Clinic Health System in Chetek, Wisconsin. "But parents should be aware of the hidden dangers they may…

Editor (2023-12-23). 'Patients will die slowly, painfully' as Gaza hospitals stop functioning — WHO. mronline.org he World Health Organization (WHO) says northern Gaza has been left with no functional hospital, and only four operate at a minimum level, providing limited care.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic hits milestone of 1 million YouTube subscribers. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The channel's success is driven by the collaboration of teams from Mayo Clinic's Center for Digital Health, Marketing, IT and Communications, along with staff members across Mayo Clinic who share their expertise to help others. ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic's YouTube channel recently surpassed 1 million subscribers. Mayo Clinic started its YouTube channel in 2006, before the streaming platform became a household name. Over the past 17 years, the channel has grown steadily, delivering Mayo…

WSWS (2023-12-23). Workers Struggles: Asia & Australia. wsws.org Indian childcare and social health workers strike over pay and conditions; Sri Lankan Telecom workers fight privatisation drive; Supermarket workers walk off the job in Australia.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic makes transformative $22 million investment in local communities. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Twenty-one nonprofits will receive support to help those in need ROCHESTER, Minn. ‚Äï Mayo Clinic cares for its patients, communities and each other, and Mayo's Bold. Forward. strategy supports this care through work to Cure, Connect, and Transform healthcare for all. As this strategy successfully unfolds, this year Mayo Clinic is able to invest an additional $22 million in community organizations addressing pressing needs related to housing, food insecurity, access to healthcare, and safe places…

Pavel López Lazo (2023-12-23). Bolivia to reinforce preventive measures ahead of fresh Covid-19 wave. plenglish.com La Paz, Dec 23 (Prensa Latina) A new Covid-19 outbreak that has already killed two people in Santa Cruz on Saturday forces the Bolivian Health Ministry to call for the population to get vaccinated without ignoring biosecurity measures.

Joanna Palmer, Highlights 2023 contributors (2023-12-23). Perspectives] Highlights 2023: capturing diverse health stories. thelancet.com In The Lancet's 200th anniversary year we publish these photographs for Highlights 2023. Unlike previous years, we did not hold a competition for Highlights, but instead we publish a selection of photographs that frame diverse health stories. Some pictures focus on individual stories, bringing a personal focus to a health topic, and others highlight community and health-care settings. A number of the photographs speak to some of the Spotlight themes of The Lancet's 200th anniversary year: the importance of universal health coverage, health and climate change, research for health, mental health, and child and adol…

Joanna Palmer, Jessamy Bagenal, Beth Francis, Maneet Virdi, Chloe Wilson (2023-12-23). Comment] Winner of the 2023 Wakley Prize Essay: the importance of universal health coverage. thelancet.com Earlier this year we invited submissions for the 2023 Wakley Prize Essay1 and were impressed by the thought-provoking submissions from diverse settings. Although essays could be on any health topic, we encouraged submissions about the five Spotlights of The Lancet's 200th anniversary year—universal health coverage, health and climate change, research for health, mental health, and child and adolescent health. It was a pleasure to read the wide-ranging essays on these themes and we thank everyone who entered the competition this year.

The Independent (2023-12-23). Africa is steadily marching toward gender parity. independent.co.ug Africa is making significant strides towards closing gender gaps across key areas: economic participation, education, health, and political empowerment, according to the World Economic Forum. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Namibia is among a select group of nine nations globally that have successfully closed over 80% of their gender gap, marking a significant stride …

The Lancet (2023-12-23). Editorial] Seeing the humanity in health. thelancet.com Medicine is a visual specialty, but The Lancet is predominantly a journal of words. These words aim to present the best possible view of the state of health and research. But what is described is often restricted to the narrow confines of a specific population in a randomised controlled trial or an abstract clinical outcome that might not reflect the priorities of all patients. By their nature, multinational studies or scholarly Commissions must deal in statistics, averages, and generalities. Such content can easily gloss over the people and the circumstances behind the words.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Consumer Health: Who needs a gluten-free diet and why? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Whole grains are an important part of healthy diet. They are good sources of complex carbohydrates, as well as some key vitamins and minerals. And because whole grains are naturally high in fiber, they may help you feel full and satisfied, which can make it easier to maintain a healthy body weight. Eating more whole-grain foods also can lower your blood pressure. Some people, though, have a medical diagnosis that means they must avoid the…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Fight off the flu with immune-boosting nutrients. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's flu season again, so most people get a flu shot and strive to stay healthy. But can certain foods or supplements boost the immune system and help with that "staying healthy" goal? Keep the immune system strong While having a healthy immune system is a plus during the season of colds and flu, consider these tips for keeping your immune system strong throughout the year. Focus on a balanced eating plan. Don't skip meals, so your…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Mindfulness and mental health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've been hearing a lot about mindfulness meditation lately and how it can help reduce stress and improve overall well-being. But I'm a bit skeptical and don't really understand how sitting still and doing nothing can make such a big difference. I have a busy and active lifestyle, and the idea of spending time just focusing on my breath or thoughts sounds boring. Are there real benefits of mindfulness meditation and how…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic Minute: Preventive strategies for a healthy holiday season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org As the holiday season begins, it's also the season of flu and respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. The southern parts of the U.S. are currently observing higher rates of RSV and influenza. Mayo Clinic experts expect the northern half of the country will start to see higher rates of these viruses over the course of the next few weeks and months. As the holiday season approaches and more people will be gathering to celebrate in…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Healthy for the Holidays: Mayo recommends safety tips to keep kids healthy this season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org CHETEK, Wis. — The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can be a fun, exciting time. However, holiday decorations, parties and cold weather can pose threats to children. "The décor, the gifts and the fun outdoor activities can be a lot of fun for families, especially children," says Peter Reisner, M.D., a family medicine physician at Mayo Clinic Health System in Chetek, Wisconsin. "But parents should be aware of the hidden dangers they may…

teleSUR (2023-12-23). Cuban Parliament Approved New Public Health Law. telesurenglish.net On Friday, after extensive debate in plenary the Cuba National Assembly (Unicameral Parliament) approved a new public health law, which replaces Law 41 has accompanied the national health system by more than four decades. | RELATED: | As updated, comprehensive, protective, built collectively, innovative and ethical, committed to principles as core as human dignity, coherent, in harmony with the legal order of Cuban society, necessary…

presstv.ir (2023-12-23). Israel killed hundreds in Gaza in 48 hours: Health ministry. presstv.ir Israel's relentless bombardment of Gaza has killed 390 people in two days.

presstv.ir (2023-12-23). Israel's targeting of Palestinian medical facilities 'unprecedented' in history. presstv.ir The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) denounced Israel's persistent attacks on Palestinian health workers and facilities in the besieged Gaza Strip as "unprecedented major crimes" in the history of warfare.

The Exposé (2023-12-23). DEADLY SECRETS EXPOSED: Unvaccinated accounted for just 5% of COVID-19 Deaths between Jan & May 2023 & over 90% of Deaths were among the 3x & 4x Vaccinated. expose-news.com

The Exposé (2023-12-23). DEADLY SECRETS EXPOSED: Unvaccinated accounted for just 5% of COVID-19 Deaths between Jan & May 2023 & over 90% of Deaths were among the 3x & 4x Vaccinated. expose-news.com A report quietly published by the UK Government confirms the COVID-19 injections are far from effective because the unvaccinated population has accounted for just 5% of COVID-19 deaths in England since the …

Steven Tucker (2023-12-23). Covid-Safe Santa to the Rescue! dailysceptic.org Steven Tucker recalls the Christmases of the pandemic years, when disturbing 'Covid-safe' Santas, sporting face masks and pushing vaccines, stalked the land and haunted children's dreams.

Dr Gary Sidley (2023-12-23). A Covid Inquiry Update. dailysceptic.org An update from the U.K. Covid Inquiry, where Professor Carl Hangimout is not being accorded quite the same level of courtesy and respect as Professor Trish Greenkookie by Lady Mallett and Mr. Kitsch K.C.

Dr Jonathan Engler (2023-12-23). Three Studies From South Korea Show Alarming Rise in Medical Conditions After Covid Vaccination. dailysceptic.org Three new studies from South Korea have found an alarming rise in medical conditions following Covid vaccination of a wide variety of types: inflammatory conditions, immune conditions and blood disorders.

noemail (2023-12-23). HC expresses concern over poor condition of crematoriums in UP. devdiscourse.com The Allahabad High Court has expressed concern over lack of basic facilities at crematoriums across Uttar Pradesh and directed the state government to take concrete steps to improve the condition of cremation centres. Hearing a writ petition filed by one Rajendra Kumar Bajpai, a division bench comprising Justice Mahesh Chandra Tripathi and Justice Prashant Kumar observed, "We have come across the horrific situation during the peak of Covid-19 pandemic, when we were unable to carry out proper cremation of the bodies of departed souls due to serious lack of infrastructure at cremation centres." "The population is i…

teleSUR, rzr, SH (2023-12-23). OMS alerta sobre aumento de contagios de la Covid 19 en un mes. telesurtv.net El aumento del 52 por ciento de los casos de la Covid-19 contrasta con la disminución de las muertes en comparación a la fecha del 23 de octubre al 19 de noviembre.

Prof Michel Chossudovsky (2023-12-23). There Never Was a "New Corona Virus", There Never Was a Pandemic. globalresearch.ca The official story is that a dangerous new coronavirus was detected in Wuhan, PRC. It had not been isolated, it's identity had not been confirmed. And then in February, the name of the "new virus" was changed to SARS-CoV-2, a virus first detected 20 years in 2003.

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2023-12-23: News Headlines

WSWS (2023-12-23). JN.1 becomes dominant COVID-19 strain across the US, fueling winter wave of mass infection. wsws.org The rise of JN.1 to dominance in the US could soon cause the second-highest number of COVID-19 cases of any wave so far, excluding only the initial Omicron wave exactly two years ago.

Michaela Herrmann, Clare Carlile, DeSmog. (2023-12-23). Animal Pharma Industry Resists Curbing Overuse Of Antibiotics On Farms. popularresistance.org Two years after landmark European Union legislation designed to curb the overuse of antibiotics on farms came into force, new analysis from DeSmog reveals eight key narratives the veterinary medicine and farming lobbies deploy to defend the billion-dollar market for the drugs. | Aiming to combat the emergence of deadly treatment-resistant bacteria in humans, known in medical jargon as "antimicrobial resistance," or AMR, the new rules are the world's most rigorous legislation governing farm antibiotics. The regulations banned the "routine" use of antibiotics on farms for whole herds of healthy animals, including o…

Walaa Sabah (2023-12-23). War on Gaza: Conflict strands chronic disease patients without access to treatment. middleeasteye.net

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Pregnancy, flu and importance of vaccination. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) finds that when mothers receive the flu vaccine, their babies experience fewer hospitalizations and emergency room visits for the flu, particularly if the baby is under 3 months old or born to a mother who received the vaccine in the third trimester. Pregnant women are among those at higher risk of complications of severe illness from flu infection. Dr. Thomas Howell Jr., an OB-GYN at Mayo Clinic Health…

noemail (2023-12-23). US tensions with China are fraying long-cultivated academic ties. Will the chill hurt US interests? devdiscourse.com In the 1980s, Fu Xiangdong was a young Chinese virology student who came to the United States to study biochemistry. More than three decades later, he had a prestigious professorship in California and was conducting promising research on Parkinson's disease.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic Minute: Best cooking fats for healthy cholesterol levels. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Are you trying to remember which fat is the good fat to use in the kitchen? If you are confused about whether to use unsaturated fats, polyunsaturated, monounsaturated or saturated fats when cooking, it's understandable. It can be confusing. Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says fats that raise your bad cholesterol levels and increase your risk for heart disease are the ones to avoid. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/drmIcHaxxfM Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (0: 59) is in the downloads at the end of this post….

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Self-care steps can keep your heart healthy during the holidays. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have read that heart attacks are more common around the holidays. Why does that happen? Is there anything I can do to lower my risk? I currently take blood pressure medication, and heart disease runs in my family. ANSWER: Heart attacks, along with heart problems in general, are more common around the holidays. Various factors can play into this, including stress, travel, disrupted schedules, changes in diet and even environmental factors. Fortunately, many…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Loneliness and social isolation through the holidays. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The holiday season, billed as the happiest time of the year, can be lonely, especially for those without close family and friends. Loneliness and social isolation, recognized as an epidemic by the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, have significant health implications. Dr. Amit Shah, a Mayo Clinic geriatrician and internist, says loneliness is a subjective feeling or perception when a person is not feeling connected to others. Social isolation is a lack of connections…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic Minute: Treating liver cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Liver cancer rates have more than tripled in the U.S. since 1980 and continue to rise. More than 41,000 people will be diagnosed with liver cancer in the U.S. this year, and about 29,000 will die from the disease, according to the American Cancer Society. Dr. Lionel Kankeu Fonkoua, a Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center oncologist, discusses prevention and treatment. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/mxNW4Wrd-_Y Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0: 59) is in the downloads…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Shortened telomeres heighten risk of serious lung disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The 46 human chromosomes are shown in blue, with the telomeres appearing as white pinpoints. The DNA has already been copied, so each chromosome is made up of two identical lengths of DNA, each with its own two telomeres. Credit: Hesed Padilla-Nash and Thomas Ried, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health. In 2017, Cindy Sutherland caught a nasty cold she couldn't shake. After coughing nonstop for weeks, she went to urgent care and got a…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic names new Research leader. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Vijay Shah, M.D. ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic has announced the appointment of Vijay Shah, M.D., as Kinney Executive Dean of Research. He succeeds Gregory Gores, M.D., who has served in the position for 10 years. Dr. Shah, a consultant with joint appointments in Gastroenterology and Hepatology as well as Physiology and Biomedical Engineering, is chair of Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Rochester and is the Carol M. Gatton Professor of Digestive Diseases Research….

Famine Early Warning System Network (2023-12-23). Burundi – Food Security Outlook Update: High food and fuel prices likely to drive Stressed (IPC Phase 2) outcomes in east, December 2023. reliefweb.int

Editor (2023-12-23). 'Patients will die slowly, painfully' as Gaza hospitals stop functioning — WHO. mronline.org he World Health Organization (WHO) says northern Gaza has been left with no functional hospital, and only four operate at a minimum level, providing limited care.

uk.news.yahoo.com (2023-12-23). Hundreds attend vigil for dead Palestinian childrenAround 8,000 children have been killed since October 7, Palestinian health authorities estimated. | | The crowds gathered to hold a candlelit vigil outside The Church of Christ the Cornerstone beside a life size nativity scene depicting baby Jesus lying amongst rubble, sing 'ceasefire carols' and listen to poetry by a Palestinian poet who was killed in the bombardment.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic hits milestone of 1 million YouTube subscribers. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The channel's success is driven by the collaboration of teams from Mayo Clinic's Center for Digital Health, Marketing, IT and Communications, along with staff members across Mayo Clinic who share their expertise to help others. ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic's YouTube channel recently surpassed 1 million subscribers. Mayo Clinic started its YouTube channel in 2006, before the streaming platform became a household name. Over the past 17 years, the channel has grown steadily, delivering Mayo…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic makes transformative $22 million investment in local communities. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Twenty-one nonprofits will receive support to help those in need ROCHESTER, Minn. ‚Äï Mayo Clinic cares for its patients, communities and each other, and Mayo's Bold. Forward. strategy supports this care through work to Cure, Connect, and Transform healthcare for all. As this strategy successfully unfolds, this year Mayo Clinic is able to invest an additional $22 million in community organizations addressing pressing needs related to housing, food insecurity, access to healthcare, and safe places…

Pavel López Lazo (2023-12-23). Bolivia to reinforce preventive measures ahead of fresh Covid-19 wave. plenglish.com La Paz, Dec 23 (Prensa Latina) A new Covid-19 outbreak that has already killed two people in Santa Cruz on Saturday forces the Bolivian Health Ministry to call for the population to get vaccinated without ignoring biosecurity measures.

The Independent (2023-12-23). Africa is steadily marching toward gender parity. independent.co.ug Africa is making significant strides towards closing gender gaps across key areas: economic participation, education, health, and political empowerment, according to the World Economic Forum. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Namibia is among a select group of nine nations globally that have successfully closed over 80% of their gender gap, marking a significant stride …

Joanna Palmer, Highlights 2023 contributors (2023-12-23). Perspectives] Highlights 2023: capturing diverse health stories. thelancet.com In The Lancet's 200th anniversary year we publish these photographs for Highlights 2023. Unlike previous years, we did not hold a competition for Highlights, but instead we publish a selection of photographs that frame diverse health stories. Some pictures focus on individual stories, bringing a personal focus to a health topic, and others highlight community and health-care settings. A number of the photographs speak to some of the Spotlight themes of The Lancet's 200th anniversary year: the importance of universal health coverage, health and climate change, research for health, mental health, and child and adol…

Joanna Palmer, Jessamy Bagenal, Beth Francis, Maneet Virdi, Chloe Wilson (2023-12-23). Comment] Winner of the 2023 Wakley Prize Essay: the importance of universal health coverage. thelancet.com Earlier this year we invited submissions for the 2023 Wakley Prize Essay1 and were impressed by the thought-provoking submissions from diverse settings. Although essays could be on any health topic, we encouraged submissions about the five Spotlights of The Lancet's 200th anniversary year—universal health coverage, health and climate change, research for health, mental health, and child and adolescent health. It was a pleasure to read the wide-ranging essays on these themes and we thank everyone who entered the competition this year.

The Lancet (2023-12-23). Editorial] Seeing the humanity in health. thelancet.com Medicine is a visual specialty, but The Lancet is predominantly a journal of words. These words aim to present the best possible view of the state of health and research. But what is described is often restricted to the narrow confines of a specific population in a randomised controlled trial or an abstract clinical outcome that might not reflect the priorities of all patients. By their nature, multinational studies or scholarly Commissions must deal in statistics, averages, and generalities. Such content can easily gloss over the people and the circumstances behind the words.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Consumer Health: Who needs a gluten-free diet and why? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Whole grains are an important part of healthy diet. They are good sources of complex carbohydrates, as well as some key vitamins and minerals. And because whole grains are naturally high in fiber, they may help you feel full and satisfied, which can make it easier to maintain a healthy body weight. Eating more whole-grain foods also can lower your blood pressure. Some people, though, have a medical diagnosis that means they must avoid the…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Fight off the flu with immune-boosting nutrients. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's flu season again, so most people get a flu shot and strive to stay healthy. But can certain foods or supplements boost the immune system and help with that "staying healthy" goal? Keep the immune system strong While having a healthy immune system is a plus during the season of colds and flu, consider these tips for keeping your immune system strong throughout the year. Focus on a balanced eating plan. Don't skip meals, so your…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Mindfulness and mental health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've been hearing a lot about mindfulness meditation lately and how it can help reduce stress and improve overall well-being. But I'm a bit skeptical and don't really understand how sitting still and doing nothing can make such a big difference. I have a busy and active lifestyle, and the idea of spending time just focusing on my breath or thoughts sounds boring. Are there real benefits of mindfulness meditation and how…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Mayo Clinic Minute: Preventive strategies for a healthy holiday season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org As the holiday season begins, it's also the season of flu and respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. The southern parts of the U.S. are currently observing higher rates of RSV and influenza. Mayo Clinic experts expect the northern half of the country will start to see higher rates of these viruses over the course of the next few weeks and months. As the holiday season approaches and more people will be gathering to celebrate in…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2023-12-23). Healthy for the Holidays: Mayo recommends safety tips to keep kids healthy this season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org CHETEK, Wis. — The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can be a fun, exciting time. However, holiday decorations, parties and cold weather can pose threats to children. "The décor, the gifts and the fun outdoor activities can be a lot of fun for families, especially children," says Peter Reisner, M.D., a family medicine physician at Mayo Clinic Health System in Chetek, Wisconsin. "But parents should be aware of the hidden dangers they may…

presstv.ir (2023-12-23). Israel killed hundreds in Gaza in 48 hours: Health ministry. presstv.ir Israel's relentless bombardment of Gaza has killed 390 people in two days.

presstv.ir (2023-12-23). Israel's targeting of Palestinian medical facilities 'unprecedented' in history. presstv.ir The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) denounced Israel's persistent attacks on Palestinian health workers and facilities in the besieged Gaza Strip as "unprecedented major crimes" in the history of warfare.

vanityfair.com (2023-12-22). UN Security Council Approves Resolution For More Humanitarian Aid to Gaza; US AbstainsThe United States Biden Neocons abstained Friday from a United Nations resolution on calls for humanitarian pauses to allow for aid to reach Gaza, where the death toll surpassed 20,000 this week, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry. The US decision not to vote—a rarity for Security Council members—came after nearly a week of debate and 11th-hour negotiations. | The resolution was adopted by a vote of 13-0 with 2 abstentions by the US and Russia. Before the vote, Russia had proposed an amendment reinserting stronger language around a ceasefire that was vetoed by the US.


Comment in Plain Language. Basically, what the MSM is obfuscating on this topic is this: The US is steadfast in favor of a continuing Israeli genocide in Gaza and has been suppressing attempts by the UN Security Council members from taking a vote on a ceasefire (cessation of hostilities). For PR purposes, they finally allowed a vote on being in favor of a watered-down resolution, in principle and without requirements, for the delivery of more humanitarian aid, but nothing on ending Israel's murderous killing spree. During the U.S. delay tactics, many more thousands of indigenous Palestinian civilians were violently slaughtered. As alternative media options come in, we'll post more of them here.

The Exposé (2023-12-23). DEADLY SECRETS EXPOSED: Unvaccinated accounted for just 5% of COVID-19 Deaths between Jan & May 2023 & over 90% of Deaths were among the 3x & 4x Vaccinated. expose-news.com

Steven Tucker (2023-12-23). Covid-Safe Santa to the Rescue! dailysceptic.org Steven Tucker recalls the Christmases of the pandemic years, when disturbing 'Covid-safe' Santas, sporting face masks and pushing vaccines, stalked the land and haunted children's dreams.

Dr Gary Sidley (2023-12-23). A Covid Inquiry Update. dailysceptic.org An update from the U.K. Covid Inquiry, where Professor Carl Hangimout is not being accorded quite the same level of courtesy and respect as Professor Trish Greenkookie by Lady Mallett and Mr. Kitsch K.C.

Dr Jonathan Engler (2023-12-23). Three Studies From South Korea Show Alarming Rise in Medical Conditions After Covid Vaccination. dailysceptic.org Three new studies from South Korea have found an alarming rise in medical conditions following Covid vaccination of a wide variety of types: inflammatory conditions, immune conditions and blood disorders.

noemail (2023-12-23). HC expresses concern over poor condition of crematoriums in UP. devdiscourse.com The Allahabad High Court has expressed concern over lack of basic facilities at crematoriums across Uttar Pradesh and directed the state government to take concrete steps to improve the condition of cremation centres. Hearing a writ petition filed by one Rajendra Kumar Bajpai, a division bench comprising Justice Mahesh Chandra Tripathi and Justice Prashant Kumar observed, "We have come across the horrific situation during the peak of Covid-19 pandemic, when we were unable to carry out proper cremation of the bodies of departed souls due to serious lack of infrastructure at cremation centres." "The population is i…

teleSUR, rzr, SH (2023-12-23). OMS alerta sobre aumento de contagios de la Covid 19 en un mes. telesurtv.net El aumento del 52 por ciento de los casos de la Covid-19 contrasta con la disminución de las muertes en comparación a la fecha del 23 de octubre al 19 de noviembre.

Prof Michel Chossudovsky (2023-12-23). There Never Was a "New Corona Virus", There Never Was a Pandemic. globalresearch.ca The official story is that a dangerous new coronavirus was detected in Wuhan, PRC. It had not been isolated, it's identity had not been confirmed. And then in February, the name of the "new virus" was changed to SARS-CoV-2, a virus first detected 20 years in 2003.

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