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Hepatitis B: Hepatitis B is a viral infection that attacks the liver and can cause both acute and chronic disease.
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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/
Husband shoots wife, then chases ambulance taking her to a hospital, Florida cops say
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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/
Recent increase in measles cases threatens elimination status in the US, CDC says
cnn.com/2024/04/11/health/measles-us-elimination-status/
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.
How dangerous is the bird flu outbreak? Here's what I'm telling my patients.: The public has worried at times about a massive human pandemic, but since 2005 ...
usatoday.com/story/opinion/2024/04/05/bird-flu-outbreak-texas-pandemic-risk/73203327007/
Human infections from rat urine on the rise in New York City: There were 24 cases of leptospirosis in NYC in 2023, higher than any prior year.
abcnews.go.com/US/human-infections-rat-urine-rise-new-york-city/story
Waikato measles false alarm: How did authorities get it so wrong?: A “false-positive” test result that caused a measles scare in Waikato likely detected a ...
nzherald.co.nz/nz/waikato-measles-false-alarm-how-did-authorities-get-it-so-wrong/SPOTLG3VOZC5XOG7JNWQUEOXVE/
Van-lifers reveal the most difficult challenges of roving lifestyle: 'Everything is 10 times harder'
nypost.com/2024/03/31/lifestyle/van-lifers-reveal-most-difficult-challenges-of-roving-lifestyle/
Clean syringes seem counterintuitive to fentanyl fight. But needle exchange saves lives.
usatoday.com/story/opinion/2024/04/03/fentanyl-opioid-epidemic-syringe-services-harm-reduction/73169725007/
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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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
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.
Measles Outbreak: Vital Updates for Your Practice: Measles resurgence threatens global health, with rising cases and travel-related risks ...
medscape.com/viewarticle/1000525
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/
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
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
Why burying corpses near rivers can trigger disease outbreak - Experts - Healthwise
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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
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/
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
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/
Opinion: How the U.S. economy depends on public health: This alarming trend, which began before COVID, fuels a deadly cycle of a sick workforce and weakened ...
latimes.com/opinion/story/2024-04-16/united-states-economy-covid-public-health
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/
Red eye cases rise to 7,500 in 3 weeks: The highest risk of contracting the disease are in “places of congregate settings such as schools, arcades, and markets
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/red-eye-cases-rise-to-7-500-in-3-weeks-4591890
Oklahoma lawmakers want to criminalize spread of sexually transmitted diseases: Critics say bill will deter people from getting the necessary testing and ...
oklahoman.com/story/news/2024/04/15/oklahoma-legislature-house-bill-3098-criminalize-spreading-sexually-transmitted-infections/73331401007/
The danger of illegal animals - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday: On Tuesday, police intervened in an unusual bit of smuggling as 43 animals in a cart were being ...
newsday.co.tt/2024/04/14/the-danger-of-illegal-animals/
Cincinnati COVID cases trending down, health department reports: The Cincinnati Health Department reports decrease in COVID-19
cincinnati.com/story/news/local/2024/04/15/cincinnati-covid-transmission-decreasing/73325635007/
Hong Kong’s first monkey virus case – what do we know about the B virus?: Transmission to humans is rare but with no vaccine, government has advised people to ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/5/hong-kongs-first-monkey-virus-case-what-do-we-know-about-the-b-virus
DR Congo: Infectious disease experts coordinate efforts against Monkey Pox | Africanews
africanews.com/2024/04/14/infectious-disease-experts-converge-in-kinshasa-to-coordinate-efforts-against-monkey-pox/
Is there a tuberculosis vaccine? Yes, but it’s not as good as it could be. It’s time for a new one.
vox.com/future-perfect/24128530/tuberculosis-vaccine-efficacy-solutions-tb-bcg
California dairies scramble to guard herds against bird flu: As the avian flu continues to threaten poultry farms and wildlife, are factory farms a sitting duck?
latimes.com/environment/story/2024-04-14/nobody-saw-this-coming-california-dairies-scramble-to-guard-herds-against-bird-flu
CDC confirms second reported case of bird flu in a person in the US: A person who worked on a dairy farm and had “direct contact with dairy cattle” tested ...
cnn.com/2024/04/01/health/cdc-bird-flu-dairy-cattle-texas/
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Why Do Modern Car Companies Make It So Hard to Turn Off Traction Control?: If you think it’s always as easy as pushing the “off” button, think again.
motortrend.com/how-to/traction-control-off-why-automakers-make-it-hard/
Florida COVID death toll nears 2,300 in 2024; experts urge updated vaccines: Florida COVID death toll nears 2,300 this year as experts urge updated vaccines.
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/11/florida-covid-death-toll-nears-2300-in-2024-experts-urge-updated-vaccines/
India has second-most hepatitis B, C cases after China: WHO report: WHO flags rising deaths from viral hepatitis, with 1.3 million annually ...
thehindu.com/sci-tech/health/who-sounds-alarm-on-viral-hepatitis-infections-claiming-3500-lives-every-day/article68048999.ece
Klang records 3,474 dengue cases: WITH homes, schools and other buildings left unattended during the balik kampung exodus, authorities fear a possible surge in ...
thestar.com.my/metro/metro-news/2024/04/13/klang-records-3474-dengue-cases
DOH: Palawan only PH province with local transmission of malaria: Health experts are monitoring areas in Palawan, which is the only province in the country with ...
news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/4/12/doh-palawan-only-ph-province-with-local-transmission-of-malaria-2042
India accounts for second highest number of cases in Hepatitis B & C after China: WHO
deccanherald.com/world/india-accounts-for-second-highest-number-of-cases-in-hepatitis-b-c-after-china-who-2972082
Acholi makes strides in mother-to-child HIV fight: Thwarting the spread of HIV/Aids from a mother to her child is the first stride to realising a generation free ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/acholi-makes-strides-in-mother-to-child-hiv-fight-4588016
Map shows where 1,000,000,000,000 insects will invade for first time in 200 years
metro.co.uk/2024/04/12/map-shows-1-000-000-000-000-insects-will-invade-first-time-200-years-20634590/
Far-UVC light can virtually eliminate airborne virus in an occupied room, study shows
medicalxpress.com/news/2024-04-uvc-virtually-airborne-virus-occupied.html
Researchers shed light on the molecular causes of different functions of opioid receptors
medicalxpress.com/news/2024-04-molecular-functions-opioid-receptors.html
Detroit child with measles exposed others at Children's Hospital, urgent care, pharmacy
freep.com/story/news/health/2024/04/10/measles-case-childrens-hospital-michigan/73277167007/
Measles outbreak declared in Gwent by Public Health Wales: A measles outbreak declared in Gwent as two new cases confirmed
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/24241131.measles-outbreak-declared-gwent-public-health-wales/
Why Do Modern Car Companies Make It So Hard to Turn Off Traction Control?: If you think it’s always as easy as pushing the “off” button, think again.
motortrend.com/how-to/traction-control-off-why-automakers-make-it-hard/
New drugs minister facing calls to prioritise delivery of new elective hospital and a supervised injection facility in his native Cork city
irishexaminer.com/news/politics/arid-41371510.html
Handling doctors' strike exposes systemic failures in governance: The ongoing doctors’ strike is set to enter into its fourth week. That would mean a full ...
standardmedia.co.ke/health-opinion/article/2001492716/handling-doctors-strike-exposes-systemic-failures-in-governance
Growing concerns about bird flu cases in U.S. farm animals and risk to humans: There is growing concern about the continuing spread of the highly contagious bird ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/growing-concerns-about-bird-flu-cases-in-u-s-farm-animals-and-risk-to-humans
City of Santa Ana gearing up again to fight needle exchange program: Organizers say the service is needed and won't litter community with used needles.
ocregister.com/2024/04/09/city-of-santa-ana-gearing-up-again-to-fight-needle-exchange-program/
Two measles cases confirmed in Gwent prompting investigation: An investigation has started after two cases of measles were diagnosed in Gwent.
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/24234254.two-measles-cases-confirmed-gwent-prompting-investigation/
How mass use of ARTs, genetic changes fuel HIV drug resistance - Healthwise: Changes in genetic structures, wrong patients’ compliance to medications and use of ...
healthwise.punchng.com/how-mass-use-of-arts-genetic-changes-fuel-hiv-drug-resistance/
World Health Day: WHO says HIV still prevalent in Africa: WHO said Africa’s HIV-positive population increased from 15.6 million in 2005 to 24.3 million in 2021 ...
premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/684200-world-health-day-who-says-hiv-still-prevalent-in-africa.html
‘Be prepared,’ CDC tells state leaders after bird flu found in Texas: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention officials said Monday they have met with ...
ajc.com/news/health-news/be-prepared-cdc-says-to-state-leaders-after-bird-flu-case-in-texas/SBQV376PGNDMBCEPQPYD5MYIQE/
Study uncovers consequences of molnupiravir use to treat COVID-19: A collaboration between the University of Tasmania and Royal Hobart Hospital Pathology has ...
medicalxpress.com/news/2024-04-uncovers-consequences-molnupiravir-covid.html
Unlocking the Power of Magnesium: Essential Insights for Daily Intake | Grazia India
grazia.co.in/lifestyle/unlocking-the-power-of-magnesium-essential-insights-for-daily-intake-12307.html
Scientists identify rare gene variants which confer up to 6-fold increase in risk of obesity
medicalxpress.com/news/2024-04-scientists-rare-gene-variants-confer.html
Role of nursing in addressing climate change effects on health: As we navigate this complex terrain, it is imperative to recognise the critical role that nursing ...
punchng.com/role-of-nursing-in-addressing-climate-change-effects-on-health/
Cambodia records three more cases of monkeypox; total now stands at 17: Cambodia has detected three more cases of mpox, also known as monkeypox ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/04/07/cambodia-records-three-more-cases-of-monkeypox-total-now-stands-at-17
‘It’s a perfect storm’: The front line of Britain’s STI crisis: A 'perfect storm' of issues is putting sexual health services under severe strain ...
inews.co.uk/news/health/life-sexual-health-doctor-2991378
Beware of livestock-related health issues: MoAFWR: MUSCAT: With Eid al Fitr just around the corner, a number of citizens and residents are buying animals to be ...
omanobserver.om/article/1152013/oman/governorates/beware-of-livestock-related-health-issues-moafwr
Cancer cases, STIs, infertility in young adults linked to unsafe sex: In 2023 alone, at least 309,419 cases of STIs were attended to in healthcare centres across ...
standardmedia.co.ke/health/health-science/article/2001492599/cancer-cases-stis-infertility-in-young-adults-linked-to-unsafe-sex
WHO announces plan to rollout cholera rapid diagnostic tests globally - Healthwise
healthwise.punchng.com/who-announces-plan-to-rollout-cholera-rapid-diagnostic-tests-globally/
Eid Al Fitr in UAE: Doctors urge pre-travel check-ups, flu vaccinations ahead of travel - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/lifestyle/health/eid-al-fitr-in-uae-doctors-urge-pre-travel-check-ups-flu-vaccinations-ahead-of-travel
Potential impact of new tax proposals on public health response: Policymakers must consider the broader social and public health implications of these tax ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/commentary/potential-impact-of-new-tax-proposals-on-public-health-response-4580718
Puerto Rico Just Declared a Public Health Emergency Due to Dengue, What to Know: The Puerto Rico health department has declared an emergency due to surging cases ...
healthline.com/health-news/puerto-rico-just-declared-a-public-health-emergency-due-to-dengue-what-to-know
Quick Glance: Puerto Rico Responds to Dengue Outbreak with Health Emergency
- The Puerto Rico health department took action by declaring a state of emergency in response to the significant increase in Dengue cases.
- Dengue, transmitted by mosquitoes, results in symptoms such as fever, aches, and nausea.
- In addition to the typical form of Dengue, a more severe variation known as severe Dengue can lead to internal bleeding, hospitalization, and even death.
- Although there is no specific treatment for Dengue currently available, most individuals recover within a week. A vaccine is in existence, but is restricted to children with a prior confirmed Dengue case.
How residents in Zombo kicked out deadly plague: Residents in Zombo improved hygiene practices, community awareness, and cross-border collaboration
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/how-residents-in-zombo-kicked-out-deadly-plague-4578618
States work to ban period products containing toxic PFAS after 2023 report: California, Vermont and Colorado push for ban after slow federal response to research ...
theguardian.com/environment/2024/apr/05/states-ban-period-products-containing-pfas
Girl, 5, at migrant shelter recovering from tuberculosis, her father says, as city officials confirm ‘small number’ of cases
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/05/5-year-old-girl-at-migrant-shelter-recovering-from-tuberculosis-her-father-says-as-city-officials-confirm-a-small-number-of-cases-in-migrant-shelters-but-offer-few-details/
Is Unpasteurized or Raw Milk Safe to Drink?: With bird flu now in dairy cows, now's as good of a time as any to discuss the wellness trend of drinking raw milk.
cnet.com/health/nutrition/is-unpasteurized-or-raw-milk-safe-to-drink/
Opinion | I’m a Doctor. Dengue Fever Took Even Me by Surprise on Vacation.: Without urgent reforms to how we educate travelers, doctors, nurses and others ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/03/opinion/dengue-fever-latin-america-travel.html
Bird flu has been found in humans. How worried should we be?: So far the evidence doesn't point to an imminent and major public health threat
qz.com/bird-avian-flu-h5n1-outbreak-health-risks-pandemics-1851383070
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Bird flu detected in dairy herds in 5 states. Here’s what Wisconsin farmers need to know
wisfarmer.com/story/news/2024/04/03/what-we-know-and-dont-know-about-the-spread-of-bird-flu-in-dairy-cows/73171428007/
A molecular route to decoding synaptic specificity and nerve cell communication: Neurons or nerve cells are the fundamental components of the central nervous ...
medicalxpress.com/news/2024-04-molecular-route-decoding-synaptic-specificity.html
Gwent children as young as 11 'experimenting' with vapes: Gwent public health director Professor Tracy Daszkiewicz says one in five children in the county have ...
southwalesargus.co.uk/news/24226371.gwent-children-young-11-experimenting-vapes/
COVID-Cautious Americans Feel Abandoned: There's a growing rift between COVID-19 communicators and people who are COVID-cautious as many experts embrace more ...
time.com/6960789/covid-19-cautious-americans/
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