(2023-07-12). Alzheimer's drug lecanemab granted full approval by FDA, Mayo Clinic expert weighs in. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted traditional approval of a disease-modifying treatment that could potentially give some patients with Alzheimer's disease something they haven't had before: a medication that may slow the decline of memory and thinking. A monoclonal antibody, lecanemab, shows promise in removing amyloid plaques from the brain, according to phase 3 trial results. Amyloid plaques are one of the defining features of Alzheimer's disease, according to Dr. Ronald Petersen, a neurologist and director of the Mayo Clinic Alzheimer's…
(2023-07-12). Why LGBTQ+ adults should pay attention to heart health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Recent studies reveal a concerning trend in the cardiovascular health of LGBTQ+ adults. They experience worse heart health compared to their cisgender heterosexual peers. LGBTQ+ people also tend to have a higher prevalence of cardiovascular disease risk factors. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Rekha Mankad, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, explains what may be putting LGBTQ+ adults at higher risk for cardiovascular disease and what can be done to lower their risk. Watch: The Mayo…
(2023-07-12). PAD: The other arterial disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The body has two types of artery systems: the coronary artery system, which relates to the heart, and peripheral artery system, which involves the arteries carrying oxygenated blood to the arms, legs and brain. Just like coronary arteries, peripheral arteries can become diseased. This condition, called peripheral artery disease, or PAD, narrows arteries and reduces blood flow due to a buildup of fatty deposits on the artery walls. This can cause claudication, which is muscle…
(2023-07-12). West Nile virus: What you need to know. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Female Culex mosquito, courtesy: CDC The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have confirmed reports of West Nile virus in 10 states. The bite of an infected mosquito most commonly spreads the virus. "West Nile virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne illness in the U.S.," says Dr. Bobbi Pritt, director of the Clinical Parasitology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic. It's a flavivirus —a specific type of RNA virus that can infect humans, birds and horses. "West Nile virus is…
(2023-07-12). Malaria in the US: A Mayo Clinic expert offers insight, tips on prevention. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Malaria, a severe and potentially fatal disease most often caused by the bite of an infected mosquito, has been reported in the U.S. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a health advisory because there have been instances of people getting infected with Plasmodium vivax malaria in Florida and Texas, even though they hadn't traveled outside the country. Malaria does not spread from person to person. "Malaria is caused by parasites in the genus Plasmodium, that are usually…
(2023-07-12). Study assesses opioid usage patterns in patients with lupus. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)—a challenging autoimmune disease most common in women of childbearing age—can cause many problems in the body, including chronic pain. Typical pain management strategies are not always available to patients with lupus. For example, patients with kidney problems being treated with steroids cannot use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen. As a result, different pain management strategies, including opioid therapy, may be needed. A Mayo Clinic cross-sectional study in a population-based setting aimed to…
(2023-07-12). U.S. Government Launches Investigation Into Cedars-Sinai Hospital Over Black Mothers. moguldom.com Health inequality among Black women is a matter of life and death. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is now facing a federal civil rights investigation over the treatment of Black mothers. "Black women are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention," …
(2023-07-11). Major boost to cardiology research thanks to £1 million donation. imperial.ac.uk Philanthropic support from Mr Safwan Sobhan will accelerate work to diagnose and treat people with high risk of coronary heart disease.
(2023-07-11). Bempedoic Acid for High-Risk Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease. jamanetwork.com Statin therapy is the mainstay of lipid-lowering therapy for the primary prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). But 5% to 10% of patients are unable to tolerate a statin at any dose or at a dose high enough to achieve patient-specific target levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), most commonly due to muscle-related symptoms. Statin-intolerant patients have historically had few therapeutic options: ezetimibe produces only modest reductions in LDL-C levels, and proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 inhibitors are indicated for primary prevention only if the patient is…
(2023-07-12). As Sudan Fighting Escalates, Displacing 3 Million in 3 Months, Peace Talks Must Include Civil Society. democracynow.org 
The United Nations has warned that Sudan is on the brink of a "full-scale civil war" as fighting between the military and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has forced over 3 million people from their homes. After multiple failed ceasefires, Egypt is hosting a summit this week with the goal to "develop effective mechanisms" with neighboring countries to settle the conflict. Sudanese activist Marine Alneel says Sudanese civilians are in the midst of a deadly healthcare crisis as hospitals have been shut down and medical supplies are severely limited. Alneel warns of an impending famine a…
(2023-07-12). Health workers in South Korea prepare for nationwide strike. peoplesdispatch.org The Korean Health and Medical Workers' Union is preparing to launch a nationwide strike from July 13 as government continues to ignore grievances concerning staffing and pay. The unions expects approximately 45,000 health workers in 145 workplaces to join the strike…
(2023-07-12). Colombia's Vice-Minister of Health explains the country's new health reform. peoplesdispatch.org The government of Gustavo Petro and Francia Márquez has initiated an ambitious health reform in Colombia, which could make essential care more accessible to the people. Health activists from the WHO Watch program met with Dr. Jaime Urrego, Vice-Minister of Health of Colombia, to discuss its impacts.
(2023-07-12). Burning mouth syndrome: Why doctors sometimes fight its fire with fire. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Menopause is a risk factor for painful condition, Mayo Clinic Healthcare expert explains LONDON — Hot flashes, mood swings and sleep problems are common as a woman approaches and passes menopause. Much less common but as disruptive is another condition that can afflict perimenopausal and postmenopausal women: burning mouth syndrome. Sarmed Sami, MBChB, a gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic Healthcare in London, describes the painful condition, how it is diagnosed and why doctors sometimes fight its…
(2023-07-12). Mayo Clinic Minute: What does a diagnosis of dense breasts mean? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A recent Food and Drug Administration rule requires healthcare providers to notify people if they have dense breasts. Studies have shown that dense breast tissue can make it more difficult to detect breast cancer early. Dr. Kristin Robinson, a Mayo Clinic breast radiologist, says women with dense breast tissue are at a slightly increased risk of developing breast cancer compared to women without, and that's why early detection is so important. "About 50% of women have…
(2023-07-12). Mayo Clinic Minute: What is a breast medicine specialist? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Many people think that a breast health specialist only treats cancer, but the truth is that these doctors handle a wide range of breast-related conditions. Dr. Lauren Cornell, a Mayo Clinic breast medicine specialist, says there are many ways people can benefit from seeing a breast medicine expert. Watch: Mayo Clinic Minute: What is a breast medicine specialist? youtu.be/sU7I61tnxZA Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 08) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: …
(2023-07-12). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Proper posture and body alignment. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My grandmother lives with me, and she is always nagging me to "stand up straight" and "put your shoulders back." She says good posture will keep me healthy as I age. But I'm only 17. Does it really matter if I'm slouching a bit? ANSWER: Though it may seem annoying, your grandmother is correct in that good posture supports good health. And starting good habits now, though it requires conscious effort, can help you…
(2023-07-12). Mayo Clinic Healthcare in London adds doctors in several medical specialties. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org LONDON — Mayo Clinic Healthcare is adding several doctors, including cardiologists, a gastroenterologist, experts in women's and men's health, and radiologists who specialize in a range of conditions and imaging techniques. Several of the doctors are multilingual. Mayo Clinic Healthcare, located at 15 Portland Place in the Harley Street Medical Area, provides personalised healthcare including specialized care, second opinions, advanced medical imaging and tailored wellness plans. The clinic also serves as a gateway to Mayo Clinic's…
(2023-07-12). Yale University-Mayo Clinic CERSI Receive up to $50 Million FDA Grant to Advance Medical Research. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Yale University-Mayo Clinic Center of Excellence in Regulatory Science and Innovation (CERSI), a joint effort between Yale University, Mayo Clinic and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to conduct research and develop tools to support regulatory decision-making, has received renewed FDA funding to advance its efforts to improve public health. The renewed funding — spanning 5 years and up to $50 million —will support a wide range of research projects focused on areas such as the development of…
(2023-07-12). Mayo Clinic Minute: Where is the kidney stone belt? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Where you live, what you eat and how much you drink may tell healthcare professionals more about your risk of developing kidney stones than you think. Dr. Ivan Porter II, a Mayo Clinic nephrologist, describes intense weather areas, such as the South and Southwest, as the kidney stone belt. This is where research shows kidney stones are more prevalent. Dehydration in these hot climates, combined with certain diets, are increasing risks that can result in…
(2023-07-12). MIDA release sterile flies to fight off screwworm pest in Panama. plenglish.com According to a press release from MIDA and the Panama-United States Commission for the Eradication and Prevention of Screwworm (COPEG), these actions will be strengthened following an animal health emergency declaration nationwide. | Agricultural Development Minister Augusto Valderrama, who signed such a declaration on July 5, told reporters that the measure complies with MIDA's responsibility guaranteeing animal and plant health due to the growth of this pest.
(2023-07-12). Covid-19 positive cases on the rise in Jamaica. plenglish.com Kingston, Jul 12 (Prensa Latina) Jamaica's Health and Welfare Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton on Wednesday informed the country is currently experiencing a surge in positive coronavirus case rate, according to a news source.
(2023-07-12). Cuba reports 7 new Covid-19 cases, no deaths. plenglish.com Havana, Jul 12 (Prensa Latina) Cuba is nowadays maintaining a too much favorable epidemiological situation in its control over Covid-19, where just seven cases were reported on Wednesday in three provinces, as informed by Public Health Ministry (MINSAP).
(2023-07-12). Debt crisis spells development disaster for billions, says UN chief. plenglish.com United Nations, Jul 12 (Prensa Latina) Half of humanity lives in countries that are forced to spend more on servicing their debt than on health and education, which is nothing less than a development disaster, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Wednesday.
(2023-07-12). The impact of plastic on human health. nationofchange.org We know that plastic is choking the planet. But it could be killing us, too.
(2023-07-12). Do EMF and Wireless Devices Endanger Children's Health? globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-12). European citizens and MEPs launch an initiative to bring down WHO. expose-news.com To the World Health Organisation ("WHO") globalist misanthropists: Millions of people around the world are the people you now have to reckon with and we will bring you down, Christine Andersen MEP …
(2023-07-12). Australia: Victorian Labor government shuts down COVID-19 respiratory clinics. wsws.org The Victorian Health Department last month announced that six respiratory clinics dealing with COVID-19 infections will shut due to the cessation of state government funding.
(2023-07-12). A Wasted Opportunity To Hold Oil Executives To Account. popularresistance.org A chummy interview of Chevron CEO Mike Wirth by CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin saw the goal of mitigating the devastating harms of climate disruption pitted against the evidently equally important goal of making Wirth more money. | Conceding that many people around the world are desperate for an end to the fossil fuels driving the catastrophe, including supposedly Wirth himself, Sorkin added, "At the same time, I think it would be impossible for you not to want your business to grow." | So there's your frame: the life and health of people and the planet on the one hand, endless corporate profiteering on the other. Onl…
(2023-07-12). Mayo Clinic Minute: Know your status — the importance of HIV testing. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's not making major news headlines like in the '80s, but HIV remains a significant health concern. About 38 million people are living with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, according to the World Health Organization. June 27 is National HIV Testing Day, a reminder to get tested and know your HIV status. This year's theme is self-testing. Knowing your HIV status helps you choose options to stay healthy. Dr. Stacey Rizza, a Mayo Clinic…
(2023-07-12). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Snacking for meals. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: During warm weather months, I find myself eating less formal meals and, instead, reaching for more snacks. I also tend to exercise less when it's hot outside. Do you have advice on how to ensure I'm snacking healthfully as I realize the potential to overeat and not be as active? ANSWER: Regardless of the time of year, maintaining healthy habits is important for good health. This includes exercise, eating a balanced diet and maintaining…
(2023-07-12). Career Immersion Program offers deep dive into health science careers for Minnesota students. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org 2019 Career Immersion Program ROCHESTER, Minn. — Thirty-two Minnesota high school students are participating in a five-day residency at Mayo Clinic in Rochester this week, learning about 15 health science careers ranging from phlebotomy to nuclear medicine. The Career Immersion Program, presented by Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences, offers high school juniors and seniors an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with experts in some of the most sought-after health science fields. Now in its…
(2023-07-12). Mayo Clinic names leaders for Discovery Oasis biotech innovation hub in Phoenix. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org In 2021, Mayo Clinic announced plans to develop a biotechnology innovation hub called Discovery Oasis adjacent to Mayo Clinic Hospital in North Phoenix. Two leaders have now been named to champion this organizational priority. Steven Lester, M.D., Mayo Clinic cardiologist and health care futurist, will serve as the medical director for Discovery Oasis. Aric Bopp, an experienced economic development leader, will serve as its executive director. "I am inspired by this opportunity because I believe Discovery…
(2023-07-12). Nonprofit Hospitals Reap Big Tax Breaks; States Scrutinize Spending. popularresistance.org Pottstown, Pennsylvania — The public school system here had to scramble in 2018 when the local hospital, newly purchased, was converted to a tax-exempt nonprofit entity. | The takeover by Tower Health meant the 219-bed Pottstown Hospital no longer had to pay federal and state taxes. It also no longer had to pay local property taxes, taking away more than $900,000 a year from the already underfunded Pottstown School District, school officials said. | The district, about an hour's drive from Philadelphia, had no choice but to trim expenses. It cut teacher aide positions and eliminated middle school foreign la…
(2023-07-12). Nurses Rising Up To Demand Action to Fix Health Worker Crisis. socialistproject.ca 
(2023-07-11). Capitalism is the Tumor, Solidarity Is Our Medicine. itsgoingdown.org Reflections from Peter Gelderloos on his ongoing crowdfunding campaign and its implications for health-care, capitalism, and solidarity. Support his GoFundMe campaign here. At the end of April I had a seizure and after some scans they found a brain tumor. At the end of June I had an operation in which they took out half…
(2023-07-11). Advocates Urge Schumer to "Put an End to Insulin Profiteering" in Health Package. truthout.org A coalition of 40 advocacy groups is urging Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-New York) to adopt a strong set of provisions to lower insulin prices and "put an end to insulin profiteering" in an upcoming health package. The groups, led by watchdog Public Citizen and diabetes advocacy group T1International, sent a letter to Schumer on Monday saying that, while some progress has been made over… |
(2023-07-11). Japan to dump Fukushima radioactive water into Pacific Ocean. wsws.org The decision to discharge radioactive water accumulated after the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster has provoked opposition in Japan itself, as well as in neighbouring countries, over the potential impact on the environment and human health.
(2023-07-11). Patients With Diabetes Turn to Crowdfunding for Expenses. jamanetwork.com Some people with diabetes, including about 27% who were insured, used online crowdfunding to cover costs linked to their health, according to an analysis of 313 randomly selected GoFundMe campaigns from patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
(2023-07-11). CMS Will Test New Value-Based Primary Care Model. jamanetwork.com Starting in July 2024, the US Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will begin piloting the Making Care Primary Model at organizations in 8 states—Colorado, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, and Washington. In addition to improving care coordination, helping primary care clinicians connect with specialists, and strengthening connections with community-based organizations, the approach will likely reduce health care costs, the agency said in a statement.
(2023-07-11). Obstacles to Care Mount 1 Year After Dobbs Decision. jamanetwork.com This Viewpoint discusses the ramifications of the Dobbs v Jackson Women's Health Organization decision by the US Supreme Court and the state of reproductive health care in the US.
(2023-07-12). The New York Times Has Decided We Need to Cut Social Security and Medicare. scheerpost.com 
By Dean Baker / Beat the Press (CEPR) The New York Times editorial board came to a shocking realization this week: we are living on borrowed money. That was the headline of an editorial it ran calling for deficit reduction. Having discovered the deficit, the piece then went on to call for a combination of increased revenue …
(2023-07-11). Medicare Physician Payment in Need of Major Repair. jamanetwork.com This Viewpoint examines Medicare physician payment flaws and needed reforms, including changes implemented by Congress, CMS, commercial payers, and physician employers.
(2023-07-11). The Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and Unethical Behavior. jamanetwork.com This Viewpoint discusses the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and its flaws, including how they might be remedied by severing CMS dependence on Relative Value Update Committee estimates of time and intensity.
(2023-07-11). Medicare Advantage Disenrollment Patterns Among Beneficiaries With Multiple Chronic Conditions. jamanetwork.com This study examines whether Medicare Advantage (MA) enrollees with more chronic conditions were more likely to disenroll when MA enrollment grew rapidly from 2009 to 2019.
(2023-07-12). Multiple Sclerosis: Neurological Injury That can be Caused or Exacerbated by COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines. globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-12). The psychological war waged by the Five Eyes against the very civilians they claim to defend. expose-news.com In November 2020, GCHQ was ordered "to wage cyber war on anti-vaccine propaganda" and "to take out anti-vaxxers online and on social media." GCHQ is Britain's main eavesdropping agency and has a …
(2023-07-12). Mass Casualty at Concerts: When COVID-19 Vaccinated Crowds "Die Suddenly". globalresearch.ca
(2023-07-11). Cuban president slams US for "genocidal act" of depriving Cubans of oxygen during the pandemic. peoplesdispatch.org Cuba was prohibited from accessing spare parts for their only oxygen plant as well as importing medical oxygen due to the blockade, as COVID-19 ran rampant…
(2023-07-11). BBC News led 'Trusted News Initiative' major factor in 2 Million Excess Deaths across the West due to extreme censorship of the dangers of COVID Vaccination. expose-news.com In 2019 the Government of the United Kingdom established a Ministry of Truth, led by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), in response to what they claimed was the overwhelming amount of misinformation …
(2023-07-11). Cuba reports 15 new Covid-19 cases, no deaths. plenglish.com 87 coronavirus-infected patients were hospitalized on Monday, 50 of the reported as suspected cases and 37 as confirmed active cases, showing a stable clinical progress. Since the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020, Cuba has conducted 14,376,889 tests, of which 1,114,967 came back positive. | Out of the total number of infected people, 10 of them were contacts of already confirmed cases, two with a source of infection abroad and three were unspecified. | To date, Cuba ¥s overall death toll remains at 8,530, for a 0.77% case fatality rate compared to 1% worldwide and 1.53% in the Americas.
(2023-07-11). Why Pfizer Stopped COVID Vax Trial. globalresearch.ca