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Tuberculosis (TB): Tuberculosis is caused by bacteria that most often affect the lungs. TB is curable and preventable and is spread from person to person through ...
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Quick Glance: Tuberculosis: Significance, Treatment, and Prevention
- In 2022, 1.3 million people worldwide died from tuberculosis, including 167,000 people with HIV. This infectious disease ranks as the second most deadly illness after COVID-19.
- Tuberculosis is a prevalent disease that affects all age groups and countries. With an estimated 10.6 million cases globally in 2022, it is both preventable and curable.
- The administration of the BCG vaccine in certain countries aims to reduce the spread of tuberculosis. Symptoms such as persistent cough, chest pain, weakness, weight loss, fever, and night sweats are characteristic of the disease.
- The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends the use of rapid tests for diagnosing tuberculosis and treatment with antibiotics. Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis remains a challenge for public health and health security.
CDC Issues Health Alert Amid Rising Measles Cases, Urges Vaccination: Health officials at the CDC and American Medical Association are urging vaccination against ...
healthline.com/health-news/cdc-health-alert-measles-vaccine
US CDC alerts healthcare providers of increase in meningococcal disease: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued an advisory on Thursday ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-cdc-warns-increase-meningococcal-disease-2024-03-28/
COVID Levels Decline, but Other Viruses Remain High: COVID-19 may be headed toward a springtime retreat. The indication comes from declining levels of the virus ...
webmd.com/covid/news/20240319/covid-levels-decline-but-other-viruses-remain-high
Quick Glance: COVID Levels Decline, but High Presence of Other Viruses
- The decline in SARS-CoV-2 suggests a potential retreat of COVID-19, especially in the western U.S.
- While COVID levels are decreasing, other viruses causing stomach and respiratory illnesses remain high.
- The influenza positive rate is increasing again, with 116 children and an estimated 20,000 adults having died so far in this flu season.
- While RSV levels in wastewater are high, positive test results are at the lowest point of the 2023 to 2024 season according to the CDC.
Does Vaping Cause Lung Cancer?: Even though they don’t contain tobacco, vaping still exposes you to known cancer-causing chemicals that may play a role in your ...
health.clevelandclinic.org/vaping-and-lung-cancer
Quick Glance: Is Vaping Linked to Lung Cancer?
- E-cigarettes were promoted as a low-risk alternative to smoking, but the connection between vaping and lung cancer remains unclear.
- Chemicals in vape liquids are associated with lung diseases, including the 2019 EVALI outbreak. However, it is still uncertain if vaping increases the risk of lung cancer.
- There is a potential for vaping to cause lung cancer as many chemicals in vapes are known carcinogens and already cause lung damage.
- Vaping and smoking pose similar risks, contributing to lung and heart diseases, as well as affecting physical performance.
China has a big problem with super gonorrhea, study finds: Drug-resistant gonorrhea is a growing problem—one that doesn't heed borders.
arstechnica.com/science/2024/03/super-gonorrhea-rate-quickly-triples-in-china-now-40x-higher-than-us/
An indicted Tennessee judge is sent to jail after her bond is revoked for positive cocaine tests
apnews.com/article/memphis-judge-boyd-indictment-jail-cocaine-8f257eb0deb8d3c34d8fbf8c8a6727c0
There Are Already More Measles Cases in the US This Year Than All of 2023: The CDC is begging Americans to get vaccinated against measles as cases continue to ...
arstechnica.com/science/2024/03/health-experts-plead-for-unvaxxed-americans-to-get-measles-shot-as-cases-rise/
Quick Glance: Measles Outbreaks: Lifelong Protection or Need for Booster?
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns of increasing measles outbreaks in the U.S. and abroad, mostly linked to international travel.
- The MMR vaccine for measles, mumps, and rubella is highly effective, with two doses proving 97% effective. A single dose already provides 93% protection.
- The CDC considers you protected from measles if you either received two vaccine doses, received one dose and do not need a booster, or were born before 1957.
- Once fully vaccinated, no booster shots are required, and the two doses provide lifelong immunity. Individuals unsure of their childhood vaccination status should consult with their healthcare provider.
US tuberculosis cases rise for third year in a row: CDC: Tuberculosis rates in the U.S. rose by 16 percent in 2023, marking the third year that cases went up ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4561565-us-tuberculosis-cases-rise-for-third-year-in-a-row-cdc/
8-Hour Time-Restricted Eating May Greatly Increase Risk of Cardiovascular Death: Restricting eating to an 8-hour window each day may increase your risk of ...
healthline.com/health-news/time-restricted-eating-increase-cardiovascular-death-risk
Quick Glance: Intermittent Fasting and Heart Health: What You Need to Know.
- Reports link intermittent fasting to a 91% increase in heart disease risk, prompting experts to warn about potential dangers.
- A long-term study involving over 20,000 US adults revealed that individuals restricting their eating to an eight-hour window had a 91% higher likelihood of dying from cardiovascular disease compared to those with a longer eating period of 12 to 16 hours.
- Taking various factors into account, researchers found no direct causation between this eating pattern and cardiovascular disease-related deaths, only a correlation.
- Intermittent Fasting: Exploring Heart Risks and Insights from a Recent Study.
How well do you worry about your health? - Harvard Health: It's impossible to never worry about your health — but are you worrying about the right ...
health.harvard.edu/blog/how-well-do-you-worry-about-your-health-202403203027
More than one alcoholic drink a day raises heart disease risk for women: The link between alcohol and coronary heart disease proved to be especially strong among ...
washingtonpost.com/wellness/2024/03/28/alcohol-heart-disease-women/
Tick-killing pill shows promising results in human trial: Should it pan out, the pill would be a new weapon against Lyme disease.
wired.com/story/pill-kills-ticks-lyme-disease-babesiosis-anaplasmosis/
Quick Glance: New Tick-Killing Pill: Hope Against Lyme Disease
- Tarsus Pharmaceuticals is developing a pill for humans that paralyzes and kills ticks to protect against Lyme disease.
- The pill has shown promising results in a small trial, killing ticks within 24 hours of drug intake and lasting effects for up to 30 days.
- The development of this pill could not only protect against Lyme disease but also other tick-borne diseases like babesiosis and anaplasmosis.
- While the efficacy of the pill in preventing Lyme disease is yet to be proven, cautious optimism surrounds its potential as a preventive measure for individuals in tick-infested areas.
U.S. measles cases in 2024 have already surpassed the 2023 total: Today, 1 in 5 unvaccinated people who get measles are hospitalized, and roughly 1 to 3 out of ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/us-measles-cases-2024-so-far-rcna145013
COVID Levels Decline, but Other Viruses Remain High: COVID-19 may be headed toward a springtime retreat. The indication comes from declining levels of the virus ...
webmd.com/covid/news/20240319/covid-levels-decline-but-other-viruses-remain-high
Quick Glance: Decline in COVID Levels, Persistent High Activity of Other Viruses
- COVID-19 levels are declining, but other viruses remain high, as indicated by recent data.
- While SARS-CoV-2 levels are decreasing in the U.S., other viruses like flu and RSV continue to circulate widely.
- Flu test rates are on the rise again, with 116 children and 20,000 adults reported dead from the flu this season.
- Despite high RSV levels, positive test results are declining, and norovirus is showing an upward trend as well.
'Critical' to catch up on measles vaccinations to stem outbreaks, says WHO: Vaccinating children who missed their measles shots during the COVID-19 pandemic is ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/critical-catch-up-measles-vaccinations-stem-outbreaks-says-who-2024-03-19/
The number of syphilis cases in the United States is the highest it’s been since the 1950s, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Melatonin: A Valuable Resource or Children's Health Risk?: For Courtney Stinson, ensuring her daughter's comfort is a constant battle against congenital myopathy ...
webmd.com/sleep-disorders/news/20240321/melatonin-a-valuable-resource-or-risk-for-childrens-health
Americans have 40% chance of getting cancer. Who's most at risk and how can you prevent it?
usatoday.com/story/news/health/2024/03/22/chances-of-getting-cancer-prevention/73071839007/
Quick Glance: Cancer Prevention and Risk Factors in the USA
- Approximately 40% of Americans have the chance of getting cancer, with an increasing risk of colon cancer in younger individuals.
- Early detection and awareness of changes in the body are crucial to improving survival rates.
- Routine screenings for various types of cancer are recommended to detect the disease early and facilitate treatment.
- Lifestyle factors such as diet, tobacco and alcohol consumption, as well as sun exposure, can influence cancer risk, while genetic predispositions also play a role.
U.S. Measles Cases in 2024 Already Surpass Last Year’s Total: It’s not quite the end of March, and the U.S. has already tallied more measles cases this year than ...
webmd.com/children/news/20240327/us-measles-cases-2024-already-surpass-last-years-total
US CDC urges measles vaccinations amid rising cases: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday issued a health advisory urging people ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-cdc-urges-measles-vaccinations-amid-rising-cases-2024-03-18/
Tennesseans from across the political spectrum unite to address gun violence: One year ago, three nine-year-old children and three adults were gunned down at the ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/tennesseans-from-across-the-political-spectrum-unite-to-address-gun-violence
Beauty influencer dies at 36 after publicly sharing her battle with cervical cancer
goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/beauty-influencer-dies-36-after-publicly-sharing-battle-108317159
Quick Glance: Influencer's Public Battle with Cervical Cancer Ends in Tragic Death at 36
- A fashion and beauty influencer has passed away at 36 after bravely sharing her battle with cervical cancer publicly.
- Jessica Pettway, survived by her husband and two young daughters, died on March 11 at a hospice center in Georgia.
- Pettway revealed her health struggles on Instagram last July, disclosing her diagnosis after experiencing symptoms like intense bleeding.
- Women are encouraged to listen to their bodies and advocate for their health, as early detection of cervical cancer can be life-saving.
Puerto Rico declares public health emergency as dengue cases surge: Puerto Rico has declared a public health emergency due to a surging number of dengue cases.
cnn.com/2024/03/28/health/dengue-fever-puerto-rico-emergency/
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CDC alerts doctors to watch for rare, serious bacterial infection appearing with unusual symptoms
cnn.com/2024/03/28/health/cdc-alert-bacterial-infection/
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CDC Reports Deadly Amoeba Infection Due to Nasal Rinsing With Untreated Tap Water
healthline.com/health-news/cdc-reports-deadly-amoeba-infection-due-to-nasal-rinsing-with-untreated-tap-water
CDC Report: Tuberculosis Cases Increase in U.S.: While the U.S. has one of the lowest rates of tuberculosis in the world, researchers found that cases increased ...
usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2024-03-28/cdc-report-tuberculosis-cases-increase-in-u-s
Chicago Measles Outbreak Grows After More Cases Confirmed at Migrant Shelter: The CDC sent a team of experts to Chicago on March 12 to assess a measles outbreak ...
healthline.com/health-news/chicago-measles-outbreak-pilsen-migrant-shelter
Long COVID Symptoms Among Americans on the Rise: Symptoms of long COVID are becoming more common among Americans, according to a new CDC survey.
webmd.com/covid/news/20240315/long-covid-symptoms-among-americans-on-the-rise
Oprah Winfrey says she has released the shame of being 'ridiculed' for her weight for 25 years
goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/watch-exclusive-1st-clip-oprah-winfreys-special-drugs-108240222
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/
New Infant RSV Antibody Treatment Shows Strong Results: The new RSV antibody treatment for babies has been highly effective in its first season ...
webmd.com/lung/news/20240312/new-infant-rsv-antibody-treatment-shows-strong-results
U.S. airport nasal swabbing expanding to Chicago and Miami: The nation’s top public health agency is expanding a program that tests international travelers for ...
apnews.com/article/cdc-airport-surveillance-chicago-miami-bd2eff1faf297003fc408a732c1db546
What to know about dangerous amoeba linked to neti pots, nasal rinsing: Researchers have linked another kind of amoeba to nasal rinsing. The Centers for Disease ...
apnews.com/article/neti-pots-tap-water-amoeba-aed6e6f9129d85146d396d71b8778812
List of fruits with the most health benefits: These 8 are expert recommended: Any fruit is going to yield health benefits like fiber, vitamins and minerals ...
usatoday.com/story/life/food-dining/2024/03/24/best-healthiest-fruits-list/72988308007/
Why People Aged 65 and Older Should Get a Spring COVID Vaccine: Older people are particularly vulnerable to COVID and should get another vaccine against the ...
theconversation.com/covid-19-vaccines-cdc-says-people-ages-65-and-up-should-get-a-shot-this-spring-a-geriatrician-explains-why-its-vitally-important-224838
Mpox cases nearly double what they were at the same time last year: There is a national year-to-date estimate of 511 cases as of mid-March.
abcnews.go.com/Health/mpox-cases-double-same-time-year/story
Kent Campbell, Pivotal Figure in the Fight Against Malaria, Dies at 80: Among his accomplishments in a four-decade career in public health, he helped pioneer ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/15/health/kent-campbell-dead.html
The CDC could shrink under a second Trump administration: A CDC reorganization as some conservatives are calling for could impact the agency's ability to ...
politico.com/news/2024/03/11/cdc-dismantle-trump-administration-00146035
Republicans defend bill that punishes those who 'knowingly' transport undocumented immigrants into Tennessee
newschannel5.com/news/republicans-defend-bill-that-punishes-those-who-knowingly-transport-undocumented-immigrants-into-tennessee
Oprah Winfrey denounces fat shaming in ABC special: 'Making fun of my weight was national sport'
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2024/03/18/oprah-winfrey-weight-loss-drugs-ozempic-abc-special/73023896007/
US life expectancy rose in 2022 as deaths due to COVID dropped: CDC: COVID fell from the third- to fourth-leading cause of death.
abcnews.go.com/Health/us-life-expectancy-rose-2022-deaths-due-covid/story
Measles Cases are Rising. Here’s What to Know About Symptoms.: Infected people can spread the virus before even realizing they have it.
nytimes.com/2024/03/20/well/measles-outbreak-symptoms.html
4 things you should know about measles amid an uptick in cases: The U.S. eliminated measles in 2000, but there’s been an uptick in cases in recent years.
wgnradio.com/health/what-you-should-know-about-measles/
Marriages in the US are back to pre-pandemic levels, CDC says: U.S. marriages have rebounded to pre-pandemic levels with nearly 2.1 million in 2022 ...
apnews.com/article/marriage-rate-covid-cdc-0b9a913e66e2afbf4f9a6e1866cec157
Dengue fever outbreak in Puerto Rico creates public health emergency: Puerto Rico dengue fever cases "have exceeded historical figures," Puerto Rico Health ...
nbcnews.com/news/latino/dengue-fever-outbreak-puerto-rico-creates-public-health-emergency-rcna145470
New CDC Data Reveals 'National Embarrassment' of For-Profit Healthcare: "Our leaders must act to kick insurance companies to the curb and enact Medicare for ...
commondreams.org/news/medicare-for-all-2667571173
How to keep your kidneys working well: Kidney damage can’t be reversed, but there are lifestyle steps and treatments that can help keep chronic kidney disease in ...
washingtonpost.com/wellness/2024/03/25/kidneys-salt-alcohol-hydration-nsaids/
First cases of pertussis, meningitis emerge: CDC: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan
taipeitimes.com/News/front/archives/2024/03/20/2003815189
Intermittent fasting linked to risk of cardiovascular death: Is intermittent fasting good for heart health? A new analysis challenges that idea ...
nbcnews.com/health/heart-health/intermittent-fasting-risk-cardiovascular-death-rcna143853
Entering the Fifth Year of the Coronavirus, Where Does Long COVID Stand?: Tens of millions of Americans have had long COVID, and the number will keep growing.
usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2024-03-11/four-years-after-coronavirus-was-declared-a-pandemic-where-does-long-covid-stand
Diabetes isn’t destiny for rural communities: Mayo Clinic researchers have shed light on factors contributing to diabetes rates in rural America.
newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/diabetes-isnt-destiny-for-rural-communities/
Maternal Deaths May Be Overestimated, but There’s Still a Maternal Health Crisis: A new study suggests that maternal mortality rates in the U.S ...
healthline.com/health-news/maternal-mortality-rates-overestimated
CDC adds Chicago, Miami to international traveler testing program: Federal regulators are expanding their viral testing program for international travelers to ...
thehill.com/homenews/4529227-cdc-adds-chicago-miami-to-international-traveler-testing-program/
CDC study suggests RSV vaccine for infants is effective, protects from hospitalization
cleveland.com/metro/2024/03/cdc-study-suggests-rsv-vaccine-for-infants-is-effective-protects-from-hospitalization.html
How bad is maternal mortality in the U.S.? A new study says it's been overestimated
npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/03/13/1238269753/maternal-mortality-overestimate-deaths-births-health-disparities
New Mexico man dies of plague in state's 1st fatality since 2020: Health officials
abcnews.go.com/Health/new-mexico-man-dies-plague-states-1st-fatality/story
10 Potentially Fatal Autoimmune Diseases: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment: Most people with an autoimmune disease can live a full, normal life ...
health.usnews.com/health-care/patient-advice/slideshows/autoimmune-diseases-that-can-be-fatal
Kenya’s HIV fight bolstered with Sh43b injection from the US: Critics had seen funds as being secret kitty towards family planning.
nation.africa/kenya/health/kenya-s-hiv-fight-bolstered-with-43b-injection-from-the-us--4569288
Day care worker ‘savagely’ beats toddler, causing paralysis, lawyers say. Parents sue
charlotteobserver.com/news/nation-world/national/article286444145.html
CDC drops 5-day COVID isolation guidelines. Here's how long you should quarantine in 2024
azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-health/2024/03/06/covid-19-testing-cdc-coronavirus-guidelines-updated-2024/72716224007/
Experts Can’t Agree If We’re Still in a Pandemic: The WHO declared COVID-19 a pandemic on March 11, 2020. Four years later, in 2024, is COVID-19 and SARS-CoV-2 ...
time.com/6898943/is-covid-19-still-pandemic-2024/
Alzheimer's Risk May Be Cut by 27% by Simple Diet Plan: A change of diet could help protect millions of Americans from inflammatory neurodegeneration ...
newsweek.com/alzheimers-risk-dementia-diet-health-1883706
CDC helping Chicago officials respond to city's 1st measles cases since 2019: Three cases have been confirmed by city officials in the last week.
abcnews.go.com/Health/cdc-helping-chicago-officials-respond-citys-1st-measles/story
Top cause of alcohol-related deaths can go undetected for years: There are no symptoms in the early stages of alcohol-related liver disease.
straitstimes.com/life/top-cause-of-alcohol-related-deaths-can-go-undetected-for-years
Brazil’s staggering dengue fever crisis is a warning to the world: The disease has ripped through much of South America this year, and worse may be ahead as ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/03/10/dengue-fever-brazil-outbreak-epidemic/
Drug overdoses reach another record with almost 108,000 Americans in 2022, CDC says
abcnews.go.com/Health/wireStory/drug-overdoses-reach-record-108000-americans-2022-cdc-108365805
Rabid raccoon bites hiker traveling through national park, officials say. What to know
charlotteobserver.com/news/nation-world/national/article286999425.html
U.S. Measles Outbreak: The 17 States Reporting Cases: Data shows that cases are close to the number of total cases reported in 2023.
forbes.com/sites/caileygleeson/2024/03/13/us-measles-outbreak-the-17-states-reporting-cases/
‘After School Satan Club’ for elementary kids is met with ‘hostility,’ lawsuit says
charlotteobserver.com/news/nation-world/national/article286999175.html
Undercooked mushrooms tied to outbreak that left two diners dead and dozens ill: The CDC said that further research needs go into morel mushrooms and the impact ...
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/undercooked-mushrooms-outbreak-montana-restaurant-b2515158.html
Norovirus is spreading in Wisconsin this spring. Here's how to prevent getting sick
jsonline.com/story/news/local/2024/03/19/norovirus-cases-in-wisconsin-remain-elevated-in-march-2024-says-dhs/73017725007/
Thousands of US kids are overdosing on melatonin gummies, ER study finds: In the majority of cases, the excessive amounts led to only minimal side effects.
arstechnica.com/science/2024/03/thousands-of-us-kids-are-overdosing-on-melatonin-gummies-er-study-finds/
CDC issues ‘hospital-tested guide’ to improving nurse burnout: Guide is organized as six-part action plan for boosting morale and ensuring a safe and supportive ...
ajc.com/pulse/cdc-issues-hospital-tested-guide-to-improving-nurse-burnout/HMU2EO6TUVHBDKKTJDXXFW3WYY/
Bird flu raises alarm with spread in S. American wildlife, marine mammals: Bird flu has already killed dolphins in Chile and Peru, some 50,000 seals and sea ...
freemalaysiatoday.com/category/world/2024/03/13/bird-flu-raises-alarm-with-spread-in-s-american-wildlife-marine-mammals/
Why heart disease is different for women: The risk factors and prevention: Women navigate a far more complex hormonal landscape
gulfnews.com/friday/wellbeing/why-heart-disease-is-different-for-women-the-risk-factors-and-prevention-1.1709899539856
Sponsor of Jillian Ludwig's Law hopeful funding will be included in Governor's amended budget
newschannel5.com/news/sponsor-of-jillian-ludwigs-law-hopeful-funding-will-be-included-in-the-governors-amended-budget
Tuberculosis cases jumped 15% in California in last year: The number of tuberculosis cases in 2023 rose by 15% in California compared to the previous year ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-03-25/tuberculosis-cases-are-rising-in-california-and-the-state-is-sounding-an-alarm
Quick Glance: Crucial Investments for Global Eradication of TB
- Experts emphasize the need for increased investment in tuberculosis screening and preventive treatment to ensure the global eradication of the disease.
- Implementing TB screening and preventive treatment can significantly reduce TB incidence and mortality.
- Experts highlight that early detection of TB through screening and preventive treatment improves chances of cure and curbs the spread of the disease.
Taiwan measles cluster outbreak comes to an end: CDC - Focus Taiwan: Taipei, March 26 (CNA) The most recent measles cluster outbreak in Taiwan has come to an end ...
focustaiwan.tw/society/202403260025
Measles outbreak in Chicago: What to know about the virus: Here is what to know about the measles outbreak: what it is, symptoms and information about the MMR ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/03/27/measles-outbreak-in-chicago-what-to-know-about-the-virus/
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