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Biden administration announces strategy to combat future pandemics with 50 country partnership
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Biden administration announces strategy to combat future pandemics with 50 country partnership
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Quick Glance: Biden admin partners with 50 nations to prevent future pandemics
- President Joe Biden's administration will assist 50 countries in identifying and responding to infectious diseases to prevent future pandemics like Covid-19.
- The U.S. will collaborate with countries to enhance testing, surveillance, communication, and preparedness for outbreaks.
- The announcement addresses the challenge of achieving a global agreement on responses to future pandemics.
- The U.S. government will involve multiple agencies to aid countries in refining their infectious disease response.
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/
Surge in long-forgotten illness resulting in months of coughing: The latest figures show that a total of 824 Britons fell ill with whooping cough in the week ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/health/surge-long-forgotten-illness-resulting-29031593
Holiday souvenirs Hepatitis A: When providing travel medical advice, you should always consider the hepatitis A vaccination. In many countries to which Germans ...
medical-tribune.de/medizin-und-forschung/artikel/virus-immer-weiter-verbreitet
Solar eclipse watchers at Children's Museum may have been exposed to measles: Marion County health officials advise watching out for symptoms and say risk to ...
indystar.com/story/news/health/2024/04/19/eclipse-watchers-indianapolis-childrens-museum-may-have-been-exposed-to-measles-symptoms/73389869007/
What you need to know about the latest outbreak of dengue fever: Heavy precipitation from El Nino and the ongoing effects of human-driven climate change have ...
pbs.org/newshour/health/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-latest-outbreak-of-dengue-fever
Schools at centre of Leicester's measles infections: A drop in vaccination uptake has been blamed for the higher than normal levels of the disease
leicestermercury.co.uk/news/leicester-news/schools-centre-leicesters-measles-infections-9230316
Nine beavers die from disease in Utah — and it can spread to people, officials say
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Texas doves dying from Trichomoniasis, Texas Parks and Wildlife warns: The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department announced multiple dove deaths as a result of ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/environment/article/texas-dove-deaths-trichomoniasis-19404187.php
Bird flu spread: The dairy and meat industries don’t want you to think cows have bird flu
vox.com/future-perfect/24128700/bird-fludairy-meat-industry-h5n1-cows-milk-eggs-safety
Fears sick people will 'soldier on' at work with pseudoephedrine: Michael Baker said pseudoephedrine masks Covid-19 symptoms, meaning people could go back to ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514250/fears-sick-people-will-soldier-on-at-work-with-pseudoephedrine
Paxlovid COVID Treatment Most Beneficial for Unvaccinated People with Risk Factors. Others May Not Need It
scientificamerican.com/article/paxlovid-covid-treatment-most-beneficial-for-unvaccinated-people-with-risk/
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Rare dog parasite discovered for first time in New Zealand: It was not clear how the dog got infected, with no links to the border yet established.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/513594/rare-dog-parasite-discovered-for-first-time-in-new-zealand
When Infection Sparks Obsession: PANDAS and PANS: A controversial diagnosis is increasingly accepted among doctors. Finding care remains out of reach for many ...
undark.org/2024/04/03/pandas-infection-sparks-obsession/
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 ...
who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/tuberculosis
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.
DWP list of 57 medical conditions that could qualify for £424 monthly payment: The Attendance Allowance is given to those who need assistance with their care
birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/dwp-full-list-57-medical-29000929
What you need to know about the latest outbreak of dengue fever: Heavy precipitation from El Nino and the ongoing effects of human-driven climate change have ...
pbs.org/newshour/health/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-latest-outbreak-of-dengue-fever
Yellow fever vaccine: Holidaymakers issued travel warning as fatal disease surges - symptoms and how to reduce risk
nationalworld.com/lifestyle/travel/yellow-fever-vaccine-uk-holidaymakers-issued-travel-warning-for-tourist-hotspots-as-fatal-disease-surges-4585519
Yellow fever vaccine: Holidaymakers issued travel warning as fatal disease surges - symptoms and how to reduce risk
nationalworld.com/lifestyle/travel/yellow-fever-vaccine-uk-holidaymakers-issued-travel-warning-for-tourist-hotspots-as-fatal-disease-surges-4585519
DWP giving claimants £434 this month if you have one of 57 conditions: The amount you receive is dependent on the level of care your disability requires
leicestermercury.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/dwp-giving-claimants-up-434-9220558
Risk area Neustadt/WN-Weiden: How to protect your pet from ticks: 2024 is a particularly busy year for ticks. The parasites are not just a danger to humans: ...
onetz.de/oberpfalz/weiden-oberpfalz/risikogebiet-neustadt-wn-weiden-so-schuetzt-man-haustier-zecken-id4723048.html
Argentina dengue mosquitoes reach cooler areas, hatch earlier: Dangerous re-infections could lead to a deadlier outbreak next year, infectious disease ...
buenosairesherald.com/society/health/argentina-dengue-mosquitoes-reach-cooler-areas-hatch-earlier
Sabah Health Dept detects 44 melioidosis cases so far this year: KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Health Department confirmed the detection of active Burkholderia ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/13/sabah-health-dept-detects-44-melioidosis-cases-so-far-this-year
Why is resistance to vaccination rising: In this explainer, we lay out why the disease, which can kill up to 50 percent of patients who progress to severe ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/why-is-resistance-to-vaccination-rising-4588752
Alarming increase in rubella in Schwerin: In Schwerin there is a significant increase in cases of rubella, especially in children. This infectious disease causes ...
svz.de/lokales/schwerin/video/alarmierende-haeufung-von-ringelroeteln-in-schwerin-46813097
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Stool transplant could improve motor symptoms in Parkinson’s disease: A small study suggests that a single-dose transplant of fecal matter from healthy matters ...
medicalnewstoday.com/articles/stool-transplant-could-improve-motor-symptoms-in-parkinsons-disease
Climate Change and Infectious Disease: Why It’s a Growing Global Concern: As greenhouse gas emissions collect in the atmosphere and the Earth becomes a hotter ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-12/climate-change-and-infectious-disease-why-it-s-a-growing-global-concern
Second dog infected with rare parasite babesia gibsoni: The second case was discovered in a dog involved in a tussle with the first dog confirmed with the ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514027/second-dog-infected-with-rare-parasite-babesia-gibsoni
Fellbach resident still dependent on help - Alex fights her way back to life from a vegetative state
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Moderna: Considering The Cancer Vaccine Angle: Moderna is developing a vaccine-based treatment for solid tumors. Read why I would not say that the oncology ...
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Serious illness warning for UK holidaymakers as official health alert issued: The government body has issued a warning for Brits travelling to holiday hotspots ...
dailyrecord.co.uk/lifestyle/serious-illness-warning-uk-holidaymakers-32553044
Illness warning at holiday hotspots due to increase of lethal virus: The government has told people travelling to some popular destinations including the ...
bristolpost.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/serious-illness-warning-holiday-hotspots-9214850
Three dogs seized by police die after being diagnosed with 'infectious' disease: Two other seized canines were also diagnosed with the potentially deadly virus ...
coventrytelegraph.net/news/local-news/three-dogs-seized-police-die-28957487
Infectious whooping cough disease soaring in the Philippines; 54 deaths reported and all are children below age of 5
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/04/09/infectious-whooping-cough-disease-soaring-in-the-philippines-54-deaths-reported-and-all-are-children-below-age-of-5
Researchers explain grim reason to never flush toilet with seat up: It is a particular concern in public health settings like hospitals
walesonline.co.uk/news/health/researchers-explain-worrying-reason-never-28943625
Spring Measles Outbreak: Is It Safe to Travel to Florida?: Each spring, around 30 million people descend on Florida’s beaches, cities, and theme parks for some ...
webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/news/20240320/spring-measles-outbreak-is-it-safe-to-travel-to-florida
DWP £434 monthly payment due if you have these health conditions: The DWP provides an attendance allowance to people with a disability severe enough to require ...
gazettelive.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/dwp-434-monthly-payment-due-28941467
These proteins could help identify people who unknowingly spread tuberculosis: Scientists have made a promising start to developing a new blood test that could ...
thestar.com.my/lifestyle/health/2024/04/07/these-proteins-could-help-identify-people-who-unknowingly-spread-tuberculosis
Study reveals TB-cancer connection: Urgent call for screening: The European Congress of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases will host a groundbreaking ...
thedailystar.net/star-health/news/study-reveals-tb-cancer-connection-urgent-call-screening-3583751
Japan's tissue-damaging bacterial disease: What you need to know: Misconceptions are fueling jitters at home and abroad, with travelers considering putting off ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/05/japan/science-health/stss-japan-explainer/
NSPCA raises alarm over infectious disease outbreak as thousands of sheep are loaded onto livestock ship
timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-04-05-nspca-raises-alarm-over-infectious-disease-outbreak-as-thousands-of-sheep-are-loaded-onto-livestock-ship/
Rostocker suffers stroke at age 16: “Worst night of my life”: David Dubinski was supposedly in good health. But then a bacterial infection had fatal consequences ...
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Over 14m people set for yellow fever vaccination: The exercise will be conducted in 53 districts in Ankole, Greater Masaka, Teso and Karamoja
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/over-14m-people-set-for-yellow-fever-vaccination-4576890
Starvation has decimated gray whales off the Pacific Coast. Can the giants ever recover?
columbian.com/news/2024/mar/31/starvation-has-decimated-gray-whales-off-the-pacific-coast-can-the-giants-ever-recover/
Law change in Singapore to nudge more with HIV to get tested and treated: A recent law change that removes the requirement for some people living with the human ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/03/30/law-change-in-singapore-to-nudge-more-with-hiv-to-get-tested-and-treated
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'I was shocked': A Malaysian lecturer's Tuberculosis (TB) experience: This infectious disease is not only still around in Malaysia, but also affecting more ...
thestar.com.my/lifestyle/health/2024/03/27/this-lecturer-fell-victim-to-the-ancient-scourge-of-tuberculosis
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.
‘People assume you’re crazy for doing it’: the Melbourne clinic infecting healthy patients
theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/mar/29/people-assume-youre-crazy-for-doing-it-the-melbourne-clinic-infecting-healthy-patients
Biochemists discover first new antibacterial class in decades: Vanderbilt biochemists are part of a team taking a stride toward the development of antibacterials ...
phys.org/news/2024-03-biochemists-antibacterial-class-decades.html
New York’s Flaco the owl had fatal conditions before colliding into building: Beloved zoo escapee had rat poison in its bloodstream and had contracted a serious ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/mar/26/flaco-owl-disease-poison
Quick Glance: Zoo releases definitive necropsy results on Flaco the owl's death
- Flaco, the Eurasian eagle owl, had high rat poison levels and severe herpesvirus, leading to his death.
- The necropsy findings revealed pigeon herpesvirus and rodenticides as critical factors in Flaco's demise.
- Identification of the herpesvirus in Flaco explains severe organ damage that led to his death.
- Additionally, traces of DDE, a DDT breakdown product, were detected but did not contribute to the death.
Case study: guesswork about thickened nipples: A 33-year-old went to his family doctor because of redness and thickening of the left nipple ...
medical-tribune.de/medizin-und-forschung/artikel/spezifische-serologie-bestaetigte-verdacht-auf-eine-infektionserkrankung
Health commissioner says Enugu committed to free TB treatment - Healthwise: The Enugu State Government has reiterated the fact that tuberculosis is curable and ...
healthwise.punchng.com/health-commissioner-says-enugu-committed-to-free-tb-treatment/
Public Health Roles to Pursue Before Medical School: Gap years before med school can be spent many ways, such as volunteering at nonprofit organizations or ...
usnews.com/education/blogs/medical-school-admissions-doctor/articles/public-health-roles-to-pursue-before-medical-school
New measles case confirmed in Florida, in an adult who traveled outside the US: A new case of measles has been confirmed in Florida, bringing the 2024 case count ...
sun-sentinel.com/2024/03/25/new-measles-case-confirmed-in-florida-in-adult-who-traveled-outside-the-us/
MPs vote to examine security breach at Winnipeg infectious disease lab: Liberals MPs on the committee tried to curtail the parliamentary examination
theglobeandmail.com/politics/article-security-breach-winnipeg-lab-vote/
Tuberculosis killed 1.5 million people in 2023 – more than any other infectious disease. How can business help tackle it?
weforum.org/agenda/2024/03/tuberculosis-workplace-protection-business/
What a deadly wave of infections in Japan has to do with tampons: Cases of TSS are on the rise in Japan. The abbreviation stands for toxic shock syndrome ...
stuttgarter-nachrichten.de/inhalt.gesundheit-tss-faelle-haeufen-sich-was-eine-toedliche-infektionswelle-in-japan-mit-tampons-zu-tun-hat.6c4df1d9-9398-4136-852f-40a1ceffd38d.html
Exercise after a cold: when can it be done again? Expert explains: Back to sport: Specialist Florian Egger explains how much stress is good after infections - ...
stern.de/gesundheit/sport-nach-erkaeltung--wann-geht-das-wieder--experte-klaert-auf-34556492.html
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How the anti-vaccine movement puts our kids in danger (Opinion): Houston is under a health advisory for meningococcal meningitis — a disease vaccines can ...
houstonchronicle.com/opinion/outlook/article/anti-vaccine-movement-harm-19363375.php
Did you know there are foods that may help build your immune system to help you stay healthy and fight illness? Find out which ones they are:
Immune-Boosting Foods: See foods that may help build your immune system to help you stay healthy and fight illness. WebMD shows you nutrient and ...
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What do you know about malaria?: Each year nearly 290 million people are infected with malaria, and more than 400,000 people die of the disease.
newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/consumer-health-what-do-you-know-about-malaria-2/
Why You Should Avoid Alcohol on Antibiotics: Modest alcohol use can cause dehydration, interfere with sleep and delay recovery. So, it’s best to avoid alcohol ...
health.clevelandclinic.org/can-you-drink-on-antibiotics
Covid Inquiry: Call for examination of disabled people's experience: Peter Livingstone hopes the inquiry will look at how people with disabilities coped in the ...
bbc.com/news/uk-northern-ireland-68881517
CDC Investigating Illnesses from Potentially Bogus Botox : At least 19 people from nine states have reported serious reactions after receiving botox injections ...
webmd.com/beauty/news/20240416/cm/cdc-investigates-potentially-bogus-botox-injections
New “gene accordion” aims to explain global epidemic: It is still a mystery to this day why the previously rare monkeypox virus suddenly spread worldwide ...
spektrum.de/news/affenpocken-neues-gen-akkordeon-soll-globale-epidemie-erklaeren/2214772
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.
How HIV Affects Your Whole Body: From fever to swollen lymph nodes, these are the symptoms of HIV from the acute stage through AIDS.
webmd.com/hiv-aids/ss/slideshow-hiv-effects
What You Need to Know About Cellulitis: You have a fever and an area of skin that’s red, swollen, and warm. Most likely, you have a case of cellulitis ...
webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/ss/slideshow-cellulitis
Pandemic: More than 50 mutations in 613 days - the mysterious case of a corona patient
welt.de/gesundheit/article251133798/Pandemie-Mehr-als-50-Mutationen-in-613-Tagen-der-raetselhafte-Fall-eines-Corona-Patienten.html
Biden mocks Trump on anniversary of COVID bleach controversy: "Don't inject bleach. And don't vote for the guy who told you to inject bleach ...
axios.com/2024/04/23/trump-covid-biden-disinfectant-bleach
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/
Dengue and severe dengue: WHO fact sheet dengue and severe dengue provides key facts, definition, provides information on global burden, transmission ...
who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/dengue-and-severe-dengue
Quick Glance: Dengue and Severe Dengue Fever
- Dengue, also known as break-bone fever, is a viral infection that spreads from mosquitoes to people and is more common in tropical and subtropical climates.
- Symptoms of Dengue are often mild or absent, but can also include high fever, headache, body aches, nausea, and rash. In cases of severe progression, Dengue can pose a significant risk.
- Treatment for Dengue mainly involves pain medication as there is no specific therapy available. Preventing mosquito bites is crucial to avoid Dengue infections.
- The global incidence of Dengue has significantly increased, affecting over 100 countries with the Americas, Southeast Asia, and the Western Pacific regions being the most impacted areas.
Chris Oyakhilome: Nigerian pastor pushing malaria vaccine conspiracy theories: Pastor Chris Oyakhilome is targeting the new malaria vaccines as African countries ...
bbc.com/news/world-africa-67577223
Corona pandemic: The mysterious case of a man who was corona positive for 613 days
welt.de/gesundheit/article251133798/Corona-Pandemie-Der-raetselhafte-Fall-eines-Mannes-der-613-Tage-lang-coronapositiv-war.html
What Happens When You Don't Wash Your Hands: Washing your hands is critical to staying healthy and keeping from spreading germs to people around you ...
webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/ss/slideshow-what-happens-dont-wash-hands
Girl who hid she was bitten by a dog dies of rabies two months later: Jamaica Star Seraspe died of rabies two months after being bitten by a dog in Manilla in ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/22/girl-hid-bitten-a-dog-dies-rabies-two-months-later-20695350/
Bedbugs – Signs of an Infestation and How to Get Rid of Bedbugs: Get rid of bedbugs! Identify, prevent, and eliminate them at home. Discover effective treatments ...
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If your coffee is arabica, it may be more than a half million years old: The coffee that picked you up this morning is 600,000 years old. Researchers have found ...
apnews.com/article/coffee-arabica-robusta-history-yemen-ethiopia-548e73286fa188d249c44697af4548ff
Quick Glance: Coffee Origins Revealed: Genome Study Uncovers Ethiopian Roots
- Researchers unlocked the genome of Arabica coffee species, tracing its origins to a natural mating over 600,000 years ago in Ethiopia.
- The study revealed Arabica's low genetic diversity and susceptibility to pests and diseases, limiting its cultivation locations.
- The findings could lead to new breeding approaches in coffee to develop varieties with enhanced resistance to diseases and climate changes.
- Arabica formed as a natural hybridization between parent species Coffea canephora and Coffea eugenioides, mainly used for global coffee production.
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