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Cómo tratar un resfriado en verano: medicamentos y recomendaciones de expertos
Expertos recomiendan tratar síntomas de virus respiratorios desde su aparición con medicamentos antigripales para reducir duración, intensidad y transmisión de…
HighBacteria Near Prostate Can Produce Testosterone, Raising New Cancer Questions
Researchers discovered bacteria in the urinary tract capable of producing testosterone from steroid precursors, potentially linking microbial activity to prost…
MediumWHO warns vaccine nationalism risks deepening global inequality
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warns that COVID-19 vaccine distribution risks exacerbating global inequalities, calling vaccine nationalism a…
HighH5N1 Bird Flu Detected in Georgia's First Commercial Poultry Flock
H5N1 bird flu has been detected in Georgia's commercial poultry operations for the first time, marking the fifth case in the state since 2022. Health authoriti…
HighUS Doctors Update Migraine Prevention Guidelines With Expanded Treatment Options
US medical experts have released updated guidelines for migraine prevention in adults, expanding medication options and eligibility criteria for patients seeki…
MediumUS Citizen Tests Positive for Ebola in Congo During Record Outbreak
A US citizen working for a humanitarian organization in the Democratic Republic of Congo has tested positive for Ebola amid the country's record outbreak, mark…
HighOzempic-style pill nears Australian approval as 10,000+ await access
An Ozempic-style oral weight loss pill is moving toward TGA approval in Australia, with over 10,000 people on a waitlist. The treatment could cost up to $600/m…
HighTrucking advocate urges screening after bowel cancer diagnosis
Queensland trucking campaigner Wes Walker, 63, has been diagnosed with bowel cancer and is publicly urging others to undergo screening after ignoring checks hi…
HighRoutine eye test reveals life-threatening hypertension in 38-year-old New Zealander
A 38-year-old New Zealand man discovered severe hypertension during a routine eye exam, narrowly avoiding stroke. His case highlights how undiagnosed high bloo…
HighMalaria in pregnancy poses severe risks including miscarriage, experts warn
Maternal health experts warn that malaria during pregnancy, particularly in the first trimester, can cause miscarriage, anaemia, and foetal complications. Prom…
HighSuspected North Korean Hackers Targeted AstraZeneca Amid COVID-19 Vaccine Race
Suspected North Korean hackers attempted to breach AstraZeneca's systems in recent weeks, part of a campaign that has shifted toward COVID-19 vaccine developer…
MediumYoung adults in Germany show rising colorectal cancer cases, but lag far behind US rates
German cancer registries document a modest rise in colorectal cancer cases among adults aged 20-39 over two decades, though rates remain significantly lower th…
HighOzempic vs Mounjaro: conheça as diferenças entre os dois medicamentos emagrecedores
Comparação entre Ozempic (semaglutida) e Mounjaro (tirzepatida) revela que Mounjaro apresenta maior eficácia na perda de peso devido à sua ação dupla sobre hor…
HighSouth African Scientists Decode Cancer's Key Survival Mechanism
South African researchers have made a significant breakthrough in understanding how cancer cells survive and evade treatment, potentially opening new avenues f…
MediumGeographic gaps in U.S. breastfeeding rates tied to race, income, disability support
A multiscale analysis of 3,011 US counties reveals significant geographic variation in breastfeeding initiation rates (22-90%), driven by regional differences…
HighCDC links Mexican lettuce at Taco Bell to cyclospora outbreak across five states
Federal health officials identified Mexican lettuce served at Taco Bell locations in five US states as the source of a cyclospora outbreak, with cases surpassi…
HighBoston Doctor Builds Political Following as Outspoken Trump-Era Voice
A Boston physician has cultivated a significant public following by positioning themselves as an outspoken critic during the Trump administration, leveraging t…
MediumUS poultry farmer culls entire flock as bird flu spreads across 12 states
H5N1 bird flu outbreaks continue across 12 US states, with backyard chickens accounting for 37% of active cases. A poultry farmer describes the trauma of culli…
HighBrazil halts single-dose dengue vaccine after two deaths amid safety review
Brazil suspended its pioneering single-dose dengue vaccine after two deaths among 501,000 vaccinated people, though causality remains unestablished. The precau…
HighRio bate recorde com 76 mil doses de Covid-19 em um dia, mas enfrenta demanda por marcas específicas
Rio de Janeiro aplicou 76.274 doses de vacina contra Covid-19 em um dia, batendo recorde municipal. O aumento foi impulsionado por maior oferta de Janssen e Pf…
HighWeight control drugs show promise in reducing cancer metastasis, ASCO studies reveal
New research presented at ASCO conference shows that weight management programs and GLP-1 diabetes medications reduce cancer metastasis and recurrence risk, pa…
HighDeath penalty experts urge Tennessee governor to commute Pike's sentence after unprecedented botched execution
Christa Pike survived two doses of lethal injection in a botched Tennessee execution, prompting lawyers and death penalty experts to urge Gov. Bill Lee to comm…
HighBrazil's medical establishment splits over hormone implant restrictions
Brazil's medical council restricts hormone implants for aesthetic use, sparking debate between traditional medical bodies citing safety concerns and personaliz…
HighOB-GYNs Issue New Guidelines Strongly Supporting Hormone Therapy for Menopause
Medical organizations have issued updated menopause treatment guidelines that strongly support hormone therapy for managing hot flashes, night sweats, and slee…
HighVeteran NYC Anchor Bill Ritter Retires After Alzheimer's Diagnosis
WABC-TV anchor Bill Ritter, 76, announced early-stage Alzheimer's diagnosis during his final newscast after 25+ years, transitioning to reporting on neurologic…
HighStatin myths debunked: Evidence shows cholesterol drugs safer than feared
Medical experts debunk common myths about statins, confirming decades of evidence shows cardiovascular benefits far outweigh rare side effects like muscle ache…
HighBBC Radio DJ Paul Gambaccini Diagnosed with Alzheimer's, Vows to Continue Broadcasting
Veteran BBC Radio 2 presenter Paul Gambaccini, 77, has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease but plans to continue broadcasting. He pledges openness about hi…
HighWHO declares end of Ebola epidemic in Uganda after four-month outbreak
The WHO and Uganda's health ministry announced the end of the Ebola epidemic after four months with no new cases in 42 consecutive days, following an outbreak…
HighOver 100 sickened in norovirus outbreak aboard US cruise ship
More than 100 passengers and crew members aboard US cruise ships have fallen ill with norovirus, with multiple outbreaks reported on vessels in Southeast Alask…
HighRespiração e oxigênio no sangue predizem mortalidade por COVID-19, aponta estudo
Estudo da Universidade de Washington identifica frequência respiratória e saturação de oxigênio como preditores de mortalidade por COVID-19, permitindo monitor…
HighDyne Therapeutics Hits ACHIEVE Trial Milestone; DCF Model Suggests 82% Upside
Dyne Therapeutics completed enrollment in its ACHIEVE trial for myotonic dystrophy treatment, with DCF analysis suggesting 82% upside potential despite ongoing…
MediumJulio Castro confirma repunte de infecciones respiratorias en Caracas por influenza y covid-19
El infectólogo Julio Castro confirma un aumento de infecciones respiratorias agudas en Caracas, impulsado por influenza y SARS-CoV-2, con un pico localizado en…
MediumWeakened Public Health Powers Raise Outbreak Risks
Weakened public health powers are increasing risks of disease outbreaks, as regulatory and enforcement capabilities decline. Experts warn this undermines pande…
MediumTwo Indian crew members evacuated from hantavirus-hit cruise ship to Netherlands
Two Indian crew members from Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius were evacuated to the Netherlands after a hantavirus outbreak. Both are asymptomatic and under quaran…
HighWhy COVID vaccines remain outside the federal injury compensation court
COVID-19 vaccines remain outside the federal Vaccine Injury Compensation Program despite 11,000+ injury claims, instead falling under a more restrictive emerge…
HighShip carrying Indian Covid variant arrives in Brazil with 6 confirmed cases
Brazil confirms six cases of the Indian COVID-19 variant B.1.617 aboard a cargo ship that departed Malaysia and passed through South Africa, marking the varian…
HighFDA Approves Updated COVID Vaccines as Cases Rise
The FDA has approved new updated COVID-19 vaccines ahead of the 2026 season as cases begin to rise. The vaccines should become available to the public soon.
HighNew Genomic Tools Verified to Detect Rare Somatic DNA Changes Across Human Tissues
WashU Medicine researchers verified computational tools that accurately detect rare somatic DNA changes across tissues, published in Cell Press journals. The w…
HighFormer nurse practitioner fined record $544K for falsifying children's vaccine records
New York's health department imposed its largest vaccine-fraud penalty ever—$544,000—against former nurse practitioner Julie DeVuono for falsifying immunizatio…
HighRapamycin matches dietary restriction's life-extending effects across vertebrate species
A meta-analysis of 167 studies across eight vertebrate species finds Rapamycin extends lifespan as effectively as dietary restriction, offering a potential pha…
HighWeightlifting helped me survive stage 3 cancer, says Shrewsbury mum
A Shrewsbury woman credits strength training with helping her manage chemotherapy side effects and recover from stage 3 breast cancer, even competing in weight…
MediumOcasio-Cortez's Egg-Freezing Disclosure Sparks Debate on Fertility and Empowerment
Rep. Ocasio-Cortez's public disclosure about freezing her eggs has reignited conversations about reproductive autonomy and fertility treatments, though experts…
HighBiohacker Bryan Johnson diagnosed with incurable autoimmune disease
Millionaire biohacker Bryan Johnson, famous for extreme anti-aging protocols, has been diagnosed with autoimmune gastritis. He plans to challenge medical conse…
HighTruck Collision in Chikkaballapur Leaves One Dead, Several Injured
Karnataka Accident: Bus-Truck Collision in Chikkaballapur Leaves One Dead, Several Injured - In a tragic road accident, one person died, while 10 were injured…
MediumHeavy menstrual bleeding linked to elevated heart disease risk in young women
A US hospitalization study found heavy menstrual bleeding significantly increases cardiovascular disease risk in women under 40, independent of obesity or meta…
HighQuality Protein Sources Matter More Than Quantity for Heart Health
High-protein foods support muscle growth and energy, but source matters significantly. Plant-based proteins offer heart-protective benefits while processed and…
MediumIndia, Africa positioned as powerful force for global progress: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar emphasizes India-Africa partnership as essential for multipolar world order, highlighting shared values and development go…
HighPatients Hiding GLP-1 Use From Regular GPs as Telehealth Clinics Fragment Care
Half of surveyed GPs report patients concealed GLP-1 use, as experts warn telehealth-only prescribing fragments care and raises eating disorder risks.
MediumProviders identify knowledge gaps, emotional burden as key barriers to lung cancer treatment readiness
A mixed-methods study of 50 healthcare providers identifies key barriers to lung cancer treatment preparedness, including knowledge gaps, emotional distress, l…
HighHow Bad Is Another Case of Covid?
Analysis of the health risks and severity associated with contracting COVID-19 multiple times, examining patterns of reinfection and clinical outcomes.
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