passing of a pathogen causing communicable disease from an infected host individual or group to other individual or group, regardless of whether the other individual was previously infected
Bird flu virus found in grocery milk as officials say supply still safe: The finding does not suggest a threat to human health but indicates the avian flu virus ...
washingtonpost.com/health/2024/04/23/bird-flu-virus-milk/
Quick Glance: USDA directive mandates bird flu testing for dairy cows in interstate transport
- A new federal directive from the USDA states that dairy cows transported across state lines must be tested for bird flu.
- Following the discovery of bird flu virus fragments in pasteurized milk, the FDA initiated a survey of commercially sold milk.
- The presence of the virus in the commercial milk supply indicates previous measures were insufficient in controlling its spread.
- In addition to testing dairy cows before transport, the Wednesday's order mandates state veterinary labs to report positive tests to federal health authorities.
Hepatitis B: Hepatitis B is a viral infection that attacks the liver and can cause both acute and chronic disease.
who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/hepatitis-b
Quick Glance: Hepatitis B Prevention and Treatment
- Hepatitis B is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus, which can be acute or chronic. It can lead to fatal outcomes like cirrhosis and liver cancer.
- The infection spreads through infected body fluids like blood, saliva, vaginal fluids, and semen, as well as from mother to child. A safe and effective vaccine provides nearly 100% protection against the virus.
- Transmission commonly occurs from mother to child or through contact with infected blood. Symptoms range from jaundice to abdominal pain and vomiting. Chronic hepatitis B can lead to cirrhosis and liver cancer.
- Treatment for hepatitis B includes medications for chronic cases and vaccination for prevention. The World Health Organization advocates for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment measures to halt the spread of the disease and achieve elimination by 2030.
WHO clarifies what counts as a pathogen that can spread through the air: The World Health Organization is opening up the definition of airborne pathogens – such ...
cnn.com/2024/04/18/health/who-airborne-pathogen/
Does 'zombie deer disease' pose risks for humans?: The deaths of two hunters who ate meat from deer infected with chronic wasting disease has scientists arguing ...
rnz.co.nz/news/world/514832/does-zombie-deer-disease-pose-risks-for-humans
At Least 96 Die After Boat Sinks Off Coast of Mozambique: Some of the victims were en route to a fair and others were fleeing for fear of being affected by a ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/08/world/africa/mozambique-boat-sinking.html
After COVID, WHO defines disease spread 'through air': The World Health Organization and around 500 experts have agreed for the first time what it means for a ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/after-covid-who-defines-disease-spread-through-air-2024-04-18/
A firm favorite among crews, enthusiasts, and passengers alike, the Airbus A340-600 first took to the skies #onthisday , April 23, 2001 ... Show more #Flightradar24 www.flightradar24.com/blog/fun-with-filters-on-the-new-flightradar24-com/
CDC warns that measles spike poses a 'renewed threat' to the disease's elimination
npr.org/2024/04/12/1244281332/measles-cases-spike-elimination-cdc
Quick Glance: CDC warns of looming measles outbreak in the US
- A report from the World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates a significant decline in measles immunization since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, resulting in a record high of almost 40 million children missing a vaccine dose last year.
- With the increase in cases that could jeopardize the virus's eliminated status in the U.S., the CDC is calling for measures to boost measles immunization.
- So far, 113 measles cases have been confirmed since 2020, compared to 58 cases detected last year. The majority of measles patients since 2020 have not been vaccinated or had an unknown vaccination status.
- Experts express concerns that the rise in measles cases in the U.S. may signal a troubling trend. The CDC emphasizes the need to increase routine MMR vaccination coverage to maintain elimination.
At least 94 dead in Mozambique after boat capsizes: Officials say children among the dead as boat ferrying people from Lunga in Nampula province capsized.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/8/at-least-94-dead-in-mozambique-after-boat-capsizes
Iran launches drone attacks on Israel: Iranian state television confirmed that the attack came in the form of an "extensive drone operation ...
businessinsider.com/iran-launches-drone-attacks-on-israel-2024-4
The New York Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has released a health advisory after multiple cases of human leptospirosis — an infection that is ... Show more abcnews.go.com/US/human-infections-rat-urine-rise-new-york-city/story
Measles outbreak officially declared in Wales: www.walesonline.co.uk/news/health/measles-outbreak-officially-declared-wales-28963073
Why malaria remains one of the world’s deadliest diseases: Why malaria remains one of the world’s deadliest diseases
nation.africa/kenya/health/why-malaria-remains-one-of-the-world-s-deadliest-diseases-4599508
New EPA rules for about 200 US chemical manufacturers take aim at ‘cancer alleys’
cnn.com/2024/04/09/health/epa-cancer-chemical-rules/
Quick Glance: New EPA Rule Mandates 218 US Chemical Plants to Reduce Toxic Emissions
- A new rule from the Environmental Protection Agency will require over 200 chemical plants nationwide to reduce toxic emissions likely to cause cancer. This rule advances President Joe Biden's commitment to environmental justice by providing crucial health protections for communities burdened by industrial pollution from ethylene oxide, chloroprene, and other dangerous chemicals.
- The rule will significantly decrease emissions of chloroprene and other pollutants, impacting the Denka Performance Elastomer facility in LaPlace, Louisiana, the largest source of chloroprene emissions in the country. Democratic Representative Troy Carter hailed the new rule as "a monumental step" to safeguard public health and the environment.
- The EPA will cut over 6,200 tons of toxic air pollutants annually and implement fenceline monitoring to address health risks in surrounding communities, promoting environmental justice in Louisiana and other states. Environmental activists see the rule as a victory for environmental justice, representing a significant step towards clean air and safe communities.
- Focusing on toxic emissions, the rule provides protection for communities that have suffered from underregulated emissions. The introduction of fenceline monitoring for six toxic air pollutants is crucial for ensuring accountability and transparency. This rule marks a significant stride towards a more just and equitable environmental protection framework.
USDA confirms cow-to-cow transmission a factor in bird flu spread: The U.S. Department of Agriculture said this week that cow-to-cow transmission is a factor in ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/usda-confirms-cow-to-cow-transmission-factor-bird-flu-spread-2024-04-19/
More than 90 dead in ship accident off the coast of Mozambique: A fishing boat with 130 people on board sank off the coast of Mozambique. They had fled a cholera ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/afrika/mosambik-schiffsunglueck-fischerboot-100.html
WMD: Intensifying the fight against malaria: However, sustained political will, commitment, and resources are essential to achieve the goal of a malaria-free ...
punchng.com/wmd-intensifying-the-fight-against-malaria/
Thousands dead, 40 years of cover-up: time for justice for infected blood victims
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📹 REPLAY: #Measles Outbreak Vital Updates
Watch the experts in the latest Medscape Masters live event replay on the current measles surge ... Show more www.medscape.com/viewarticle/1000525
PFAS health risks: Should I be concerned? What can I do to protect myself?: A roadmap for PFAS risk, testing, and more.
vox.com/even-better/24135052/pfas-forever-chemicals-health-testing-exposure
Putting people at the centre of care is the surest path towards eradicating tuberculosis
scroll.in/article/1066083/putting-people-at-the-centre-of-care-is-the-surest-path-towards-eradicating-tuberculosis
WHO prequalifies new oral vaccine for cholera; Here’s what you need to know: Euvichol-S is a simplified formulation of the oral cholera vaccine (OCV) ...
financialexpress.com/healthcare/pharma-healthcare/who-prequalifies-new-oral-vaccine-for-cholera-heres-what-you-need-to-know/3462417/
Perinatal transmission of HIV can lead to cognitive deficits: Perinatal transmission of HIV to newborns is associated with serious cognitive deficits as children ...
medicalxpress.com/news/2024-04-perinatal-transmission-hiv-cognitive-deficits.html
Proposed changes to Medicare, Medicaid could cost thousands of lives, study finds
medicalxpress.com/news/2024-04-medicare-medicaid-thousands.html
The warmer winter could mean more ticks this spring in central Pa.: In Pennsylvania, Lyme disease cases occur most often in the late spring and summer.
pennlive.com/health/2024/04/the-warmer-winter-could-mean-more-ticks-this-spring-in-central-pa.html
Today marks 40 years since scientists discovered that HIV causes AIDs – and now, the UK could be just a few more years away from stopping transmission ... Show more metro.co.uk/2024/04/23/it-terrifying-40-years-discovery-hiv-life-different-20700350/
Measles Outbreak: Vital Updates for Your Practice: Measles resurgence threatens global health, with rising cases and travel-related risks ...
medscape.com/viewarticle/1000525
Quick Glance: Measles Resurgence: Key Updates for Your Practice
- Measles have returned to the US, primarily due to declining vaccination rates and increased international travel.
- The disease is highly contagious, affecting areas with low vaccination coverage, even in states with high rates.
- Vaccination rates among kindergarteners have decreased, raising concerns about increased susceptibility to outbreaks.
- Emphasis is placed on combating misinformation about vaccines and improving public understanding of the severe risks posed by measles compared to the minimal risks of vaccination.
Consumption of contaminated venison suspected in cases of deer hunters with prion disease
medicalxpress.com/news/2024-04-consumption-contaminated-venison-cases-deer.html
Hundreds of balloons go airborne to witness the eclipse from the edge of space: A NASA-backed program to launch research balloons is designed to study the ...
npr.org/sections/solar-eclipse/2024/04/08/1243384929/eclipse-clouds-balloons-project
WHO raises concern over spread of human cases of bird flu: The WHO voiced alarm Thursday at the growing spread of H5N1 bird flu to new species, including humans ...
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Quick Glance: H5N1 Strain of Bird Flu in Milk from Infected Cows, WHO Reports
- The H5N1 bird flu virus strain has been detected in very high concentrations in raw milk from infected animals, the WHO said, though the survival time of the virus in milk is unknown.
- Since 2020, the number of outbreaks in birds has exponentially increased, along with infections in mammals.
- Deaths of millions of poultry, along with infections in wild birds and land and marine mammals, have been reported.
- Transmission from bird to cow, cow to cow, and cow to bird have been recorded, suggesting possible new transmission routes for the virus.
Common antibiotic may be helpful in fighting respiratory viral infections: A new, Yale-led study suggests that a range of respiratory viral infections—including ...
medicalxpress.com/news/2024-04-common-antibiotic-respiratory-viral-infections.html
Israel reports light damage after Iran launches large strike: Israel Reports Light Damage After Iran Launches Large Strike
nytimes.com/live/2024/04/13/world/israel-iran-gaza-war-news/iran-israel-attack
HIV crisis in Atlanta made worse by racial disparities in treatment: A national HIV consultant says 74% of new HIV diagnoses in metro Atlanta are among Black ...
ajc.com/news/health-news/hiv-crisis-in-atlanta-made-worse-by-racial-disparities-in-treatment/XPM2SEVXBRADJHMIBFH4C2O2U4/
WHO defines airborne diseases to prevent another COVID-like situation; Focuses on exposure risk and disease severity
financialexpress.com/healthcare/news-healthcare/who-defines-airborne-diseases-to-prevent-another-covid-like-situation-focuses-on-exposure-risk-and-disease-severity/3462276/
The facts about the contraceptive pill — and your options: The pill has revolutionised women's sex lives, allowing them to enjoy sex without the fear of ...
irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/healthandwellbeing/arid-41377267.html
Driver injured after vehicle goes airborne, crashes into West Mifflin McDonald's: A vehicle lost control and went airborne into a McDonald’s in West Mifflin late ...
post-gazette.com/news/transportation/2024/04/22/west-mifflin-mcdonalds-crash/stories/202404220037
City of Tshwane seeks dismissal of officials charged in R295m Rooiwal tender scandal
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-21-city-of-tshwane-seeks-dismissal-of-officials-charged-in-r295m-rooiwal-tender-scandal/
Warning to contact lens and glasses wearers taking flights this summerwww.dailypost.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/warning-contact-lens-glasses-wearers-29010277
70 districts move out of malaria epidemic: “There has been a very focused intervention –strong surveillance and community mobilisation to end the epidemic ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/70-districts-move-out-of-malaria-epidemic-4596106
Records reveal mpox exposures in elementary school as Mecklenburg County cases grow
charlotteobserver.com/news/local/education/article287762095.html
Thirty years of unhealthy evasion: Eleven babies have died in the space of a three-month period in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the Port of Spain ...
trinidadexpress.com/opinion/columnists/thirty-years-of-unhealthy-evasion/article_5207b78e-ff75-11ee-965d-2b9b3362d2aa.html
Jinja schools break off earlier over red eyes: Jinja authorities say schools must notify them of plans to close earlier
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/jinja-schools-break-off-earlier-over-red-eyes-4598188
Criminalizing people did not work to stop HIV transmission, and it will not decrease STIs.
oklahoman.com/story/opinion/columns/2024/04/21/oklahoma-legislature-wants-to-criminalize-stis-bill-will-make-it-worse/73389922007/
Uganda turns to China in fight against malaria: Uganda has requested China to donate medicines and provide technical support for elimination of malaria
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/uganda-turns-to-china-in-fight-against-malaria-4598260
Embrace harm reduction interventions: As Kenya confronts evolving public health challenges, the imperative to embrace harm reduction has never been clearer.
standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001493629/embrace-harm-reduction-interventions
Foundation educates women on mother-to-child HIV transmission prevention - Healthwise
healthwise.punchng.com/foundation-educates-women-on-mother-to-child-hiv-transmission-prevention/
Cholera Vaccine: An Easier-to-Make Version Approved by WHO Amid Shortage: An oral vaccine for cholera that is more simple to make than existing versions has been ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/easier-to-make-cholera-vaccine-approved-by-who-amid-shortage
A Dengue Fever Outbreak Is Setting Records in the Americas: At least 2.1 million cases of dengue fever have been reported in North and South America ...
subscriber.politicopro.com/article/eenews/2024/04/17/record-setting-dengue-outbreak-fueled-by-climate-change-00152683
U.S. Limits Deadly Mining Dust as Black Lung Resurges: Federal regulation capping toxic airborne silica has been decades in the making. The delay has cost miners ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/16/us/coal-miners-black-lung-dust.html
How one health approach controls livestock diseases: Rift valley fever tends to affect young animals more severely than mature animals
monitor.co.ug/uganda/magazines/farming/how-one-health-approach-controls-livestock-diseases-4597028
Life-threatening rat pee infections reach record levels in NYC: Between 2001 and 2020, there was an average of 3 cases per year. Last year's tally was 24.
arstechnica.com/science/2024/04/life-threatening-rat-pee-infections-reach-record-levels-in-nyc/
Toxic fireproof chemicals can be absorbed through touch, 3D-printed skin model shows
phys.org/news/2024-04-toxic-fireproof-chemicals-absorbed-3d.html
Cats and dogs are spreading dangerous antibiotic-resistant 'superbugs': The antibiotic-resistant bacteria can be passed between sick pets and their healthy ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/health/warning-cat-dog-owners-over-29030989
Watermelon or muskmelon, what do you prefer?
Read more: www.indiatimes.com/culture/food/watermelon-vs-muskmelon-which-one-is-better-for-health-632522.html
Wash your hands! 12 confirmed cases of Cholera in South Africa, as one person dies
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/wash-your-hands-12-confirmed-cases-of-cholera-in-south-africa-as-one-person-dies-9bbd1d79-8a9e-41eb-b824-c2c5c8d3b009
391 people die of cholera, dengue fever in Sudan, Health Ministry says: Sudan's Health Ministry has put in place urgent interventions in cholera-affected states ...
nation.africa/africa/news/391-people-die-of-cholera-dengue-fever-in-sudan-4596974
Cholera resurges in Yemen as Houthis warn of ‘dangerous levels’ of famine: The nine-year civil war in Yemen has created one of the world’s worst humanitarian ...
al-monitor.com/originals/2024/04/cholera-resurges-yemen-houthis-warn-dangerous-levels-famine
CFIA monitoring for avian flu in Canadian dairy cattle after U.S. discoveries: The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is encouraging veterinarians to keep an eye ...
ctvnews.ca/health/cfia-monitoring-for-avian-flu-in-canadian-dairy-cattle-after-u-s-discoveries-1.6854207
Fauci warns against 'normalisation of untruth' since pandemic : Top US doctor in Dublin to receive the Stearne Medal for his outstanding contribution ...
irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41376727.html
The facts about the contraceptive pill — and your options: The pill has revolutionised women's sex lives, allowing them to enjoy sex without the fear of ...
irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/healthandwellbeing/arid-41377267.html
Pickup truck makes awkward landing in Brockton: The driver of the pickup truck ran away before police arrived, officials said.
bostonglobe.com/2024/04/19/metro/pickup-truck-awkward-landing-brockton/
Greece planning air defense system inspired by Israel’s Iron Dome, says minister: Greece has plans to develop an air defense system akin to Israel’s ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1236666/greece-planning-air-defense-system-inspired-by-israels-iron-dome-says-minister/
How Will EPA’s New Rule about ‘Forever Chemicals’ Protect Your Drinking Water?: A new EPA rule will limit PFASs, or “forever chemicals,” in your drinking water ...
scientificamerican.com/article/how-will-epas-new-rule-about-forever-chemicals-protect-your-drinking-water/
Africa: Empower African Youth So They Can Put an End to Aids: Ahead of the largest French-language international conference on AIDS--to take place in Yaoundé ...
allafrica.com/stories/202404190018.html
Health Canada to change sperm donor screening rules for men who have sex with men
ctvnews.ca/politics/health-canada-to-change-sperm-donor-screening-rules-for-men-who-have-sex-with-men-1.6852933
Bird flu has spread to more farm animals. Here's what to know about food safety
pbs.org/newshour/health/bird-flu-has-spread-to-more-farm-animals-heres-what-to-know-about-food-safety
Russia air defense intercepts 25 airborne targets over Belgorod: Russian air defense units intercepted 25 airborne targets early on Friday over southern Belgorod ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/19/russia-air-defense-intercepts-25-airborne-targets-over-belgorod
Why burying corpses near rivers can trigger disease outbreak - Experts - Healthwise
healthwise.punchng.com/why-burying-corpses-near-rivers-can-trigger-disease-outbreak-experts/
Molecular atlas shows how the growth factor erythropoietin affects neurons: A new study that including participants from the Central Institute of Mental Health ...
medicalxpress.com/news/2024-04-molecular-atlas-growth-factor-erythropoietin.html
Tobago woman loses baby Miracle - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday: FOR TOBAGO mom Shirese Moore-Beckles, her baby Crytelle Precious Miracle was special.
newsday.co.tt/2024/04/14/legal-threat-over-seven-babies-death-tobago-woman-loses-baby-miracle/
Pilot TV+: Welcome to Pilot TV+, the new bonus podcast for Pilot TV listeners. If one... - %%channel_name%%
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Quick Glance: New Entertainment Options with Pilot TV+
- Welcome to Pilot TV+, the brand-new bonus podcast for Pilot TV listeners. Alongside the regular Monday podcast, Pilot TV+ will now be released every Thursday, providing you with even more Peak TV entertainment from the Pilot team.
- The Thursday episode will specifically delve into more TV shows that are must-sees, including those we couldn't discuss on Monday due to embargoes. A new section for spoiler chats will also be introduced, offering in-depth discussions on the plot details of the shows we've watched.
- Additionally, Pilot TV+ is the new hub for the Pilot Postbag, where all your questions and comments will be addressed. Furthermore, you can listen to the special TV spoiler special podcasts on Pilot TV+, engaging in deep conversations about specific shows.
- All of this is available at a nearly comically low price of £2.99 per month (or £32.99 per year). Enjoy a bonus Pilot episode every Thursday, special episodes, early access to the regular podcast, and ad-free access to all episodes.
Global study reveals health impacts of airborne trace elements: As anyone with seasonal allergies knows, unseen airborne particles can really wreck a person's ...
phys.org/news/2024-04-global-reveals-health-impacts-airborne.html
: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an insidious disease. Patients suffer because their immune system is attacking their own nerve fibers ... Show more
City in crisis: Metros in the country are bursting at the seams with rapid & haphazard expansion
financialexpress.com/business/infrastructure-city-in-crisis-metros-in-the-country-are-bursting-at-the-seams-with-rapid-amp-haphazard-expansion-3455950/
Abu Dhabi couples make informed health decisions with premarital genetic screening
gulfnews.com/uae/abu-dhabi-couples-make-informed-health-decisions-with-premarital-genetic-screening-1.102190103
Dying by the Dozens: Ogun communities' perilous quest for clean water across Benin Republic's Borders - Healthwise
healthwise.punchng.com/dying-by-the-dozens-ogun-communities-perilous-quest-for-clean-water-across-benin-republics-borders/
‘It’s environmental racism’: Monterey County agriculture officials sued over farm chemicals near Latino schools
mercurynews.com/2024/04/16/its-environmental-racism-ag-officials-sued-over-farm-chemicals-near-latino-schools/
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