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Federal Funding Cuts for Fentanyl Test Strips Reverse Harm Reduction Progress
The Trump administration reversed course on harm reduction by cutting federal funding for fentanyl test strips, leaving public health organizations scrambling…
HighCáncer de cuello uterino lidera casos en Puno; especialista urge prevención temprana
El cáncer de cuello uterino es el más frecuente en Puno, seguido de mama y próstata. Especialista enfatiza importancia de prevención, vacunación contra VPH y d…
HighEbola treatment center burned as Congo death toll surpasses 4,000
An Ebola treatment center in Congo was burned down as the outbreak death toll exceeded 4,000, highlighting security challenges hampering response efforts.
HighCannabis-tobacco co-use triples psychosis risk in vulnerable populations
A multisite study found that combined cannabis and tobacco use increases psychosis risk nearly threefold in high-risk individuals, with potential synergistic e…
High$32 Million Renewal Extends Landmark Alzheimer's Study at WashU Medicine Through 2031
The NIH renewed $32 million over five years for the Healthy Aging and Senile Dementia program at WashU Medicine, extending the long-running Alzheimer's study t…
MediumMSF warns of 'alarming situation' as Ebola outbreak overwhelms DRC health response
Médicos Sin Fronteras warns of an alarming ebola situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with health authorities overwhelmed by rapid disease spread and…
HighBangladesh measles death toll reaches 610 amid healthcare crisis
A measles outbreak in Bangladesh has claimed 610 lives since March, with 5 additional deaths reported Friday. The crisis has overwhelmed healthcare facilities…
HighAir France flight diverted to Montreal over Ebola concerns after restricted passenger boards
An Air France transatlantic flight was diverted to Montreal after US authorities discovered a Congolese passenger with potential Ebola exposure had boarded des…
HighCOVID-19 linked to higher sleep apnea risk up to 4.5 years post-infection
Large study of 910,000 adults finds SARS-CoV-2 infection associated with higher obstructive sleep apnea risk up to 4.5 years post-infection, even in non-hospit…
HighHospitales vietnamitas avanzan en calidad de vida post-cáncer y atención de emergencias
Hospitales vietnamitas avanzan en cirugía reconstructiva y atención integral para mujeres después del cáncer, combinando rehabilitación física, apoyo psicológi…
HighNearly Half of India's Breast Cancer Patients Are Under 50, Experts Warn Against Ignoring Early Signs
A Times Now health feature argues that breast cancer awareness must extend to young women in India, where nearly half of patients are reportedly under 50, citi…
MediumOptimism protects the heart as much as controlling cholesterol, research shows
Research shows optimism, gratitude, and meditation reduce cardiovascular risk as effectively as controlling cholesterol, with mental health now recognized as c…
HighAir pollution drives spike in childhood asthma; experts urge early diagnosis and prevention
Experts report a spike in asthma cases among children aged 6-10, linked to worsening air quality. Early diagnosis, medication adherence, and pollution avoidanc…
HighBRCA Gene Mutations Linked to Four Cancer Types: What Patients Should Know
BRCA gene mutations significantly increase risk for four cancer types. Medical professionals recommend genetic counseling and DNA testing for risk assessment.
HighLas vacunas que faltan: la cobertura baja del calendario nacional reabre el riesgo de brotes en Perú
La cobertura del calendario nacional de vacunación sigue baja en Perú tras la pandemia, lo que eleva el riesgo de brotes de enfermedades prevenibles como saram…
MediumOzivy, caneta de semaglutida da EMS, chega às farmácias na segunda-feira
A farmacêutica EMS começa a distribuir a Ozivy, primeira caneta de semaglutida produzida no Brasil, a partir de segunda-feira nas principais capitais, com preç…
HighCongo's Ebola outbreak becomes fastest-spreading on record with 2,000 deaths
Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed at least 2,000 people across 4,381 confirmed cases, becoming the fastest-spreading on record. The rare Bundibugyo virus varia…
HighBryan Johnson Reveals Autoimmune Gastritis Diagnosis, Vows to 'Solve' Incurable Condition
Anti-aging influencer Bryan Johnson disclosed he has autoimmune gastritis, a hidden condition affecting 2-5% of people where the immune system attacks stomach…
HighExperimental Molecule Shows Promise for Long-Term Asthma Treatment in Mice
Researchers discovered a new molecule (LIT-927) that targets structural airway damage in asthmatic mice, reducing symptoms within weeks. Human trials remain ye…
MediumNYC Legionnaires' outbreak kills 5, sickens 82 on Upper East Side
A Legionnaires' disease outbreak on Manhattan's Upper East Side has killed 5 people and sickened 82 others, with 50 buildings testing positive for live bacteri…
HighPhysiotherapist's Final Gift: Patient's Last Call of Gratitude
Senior respiratory physiotherapist Ciara Scallan shares how online rehabilitation programs help lung fibrosis patients overcome barriers to care, highlighting…
HighCoronaVac shows 50.38% efficacy in Brazilian trials; rollout begins with health workers
São Paulo announces CoronaVac achieved 50.38% overall efficacy in Brazilian trials, with 78% protection against mild cases. The Chinese-developed vaccine, prod…
HighMR-Linac technology offers 'game-changing' precision in cancer radiation treatment
Toronto hospitals are pioneering MR-Linac technology that combines real-time MRI imaging with radiation therapy, enabling daily tumor monitoring and adaptive t…
HighParaíba registra queda de 73% nos casos graves de Covid-19 em 2026
A Paraíba registrou 98 casos graves de SRAG associados à Covid-19 até 7 de novembro de 2026, queda de 73% frente aos 364 de 2025, segundo a SES-PB.
HighPor qué las guarderías son una bomba vírica: qué dice la ciencia y cómo sobreviven las familias a los contagios
Un reportaje explica por qué las guarderías favorecen el contagio de virus respiratorios en niños pequeños y cómo la falta de apoyo a la conciliación agrava la…
MediumBio-Rad expands Gencurix partnership as exclusive European distributor of oncology PCR kits
Bio-Rad Laboratories and Gencurix announced an exclusive distribution partnership for CE-IVD Droplex digital PCR oncology testing kits across Europe, expanding…
HighFlu hospitalizations hit 3-year peak as Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph enters season's height
Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph region experiences peak flu season with 18 hospitalizations as of Feb. 8, the highest since Nov. 2022. Public health officials urge…
HighCyclospora outbreak nears 2,000 cases as public skepticism grows despite recall efforts
A cyclospora outbreak linked to Mexican iceberg lettuce has infected nearly 2,000 Americans across multiple states, with public confidence in containment effor…
HighKennedy blames Pennsylvania measles outbreak on COVID lockdowns, accuses officials of politicization
RFK Jr. attributes a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania to COVID-19 lockdowns and accuses state officials of politicizing the crisis, claiming residents suffered…
MediumChildhood cancer symptoms often overlooked: what parents should know
BBC reports on commonly overlooked childhood cancer symptoms, highlighting the importance of early recognition for better treatment outcomes.
HighCardiologist warns GLP-1 weight loss drugs risk muscle loss without proper lifestyle strategy
A US cardiologist cautions that GLP-1 medications like Ozempic may cause unhealthy muscle loss rather than fat loss without proper diet and exercise, risking m…
MediumEU declares all cruise ship passengers high-risk after hantavirus outbreak kills three
All passengers aboard a cruise ship with a deadly hantavirus outbreak are classified as high-risk contacts. Three deaths confirmed among eight infected as auth…
HighUK launches Bio-HomeoStasis Connect to bridge homeopathy and biomedical research
A UK-based initiative called Bio-HomeoStasis Connect aims to foster collaboration between homeopathic practitioners, biomedical professionals and researchers t…
MediumWhy 'There's a Study' Isn't Proof: ADHD Treatment Claims Need Scrutiny
Social media promotes unproven ADHD treatments while medication—the most evidence-backed option—faces discontinuation. The gap between "studied" and "proven" a…
HighNew ADHD drug targets three brain chemicals, offering alternative to existing stimulants
Centanafadine, a newly approved ADHD medication, uniquely targets dopamine, noradrenaline, and serotonin—three brain chemicals instead of the two targeted by e…
HighAir pollution tied to 60% higher COVID-19 risk in pregnant low-income New Yorkers
A Columbia University study found pregnant, low-income New Yorkers exposed to higher air pollution levels were 60% more likely to test positive for COVID-19, r…
HighNRL and Mark Hughes Foundation Launch Beanie Round 2025 to Fight Brain Cancer
The NRL and Mark Hughes Foundation launch their ninth annual Beanie for Brain Cancer Round during Round 17, having raised over $25 million since 2017 to fund b…
HighDRC Ebola Outbreak Strains as WHO Secures Only 60% of Needed Funding
The Democratic Republic of Congo faces its worst Ebola outbreak with 2,325 deaths. WHO warns control remains possible but funding shortages, conflict, and dete…
HighHospital Expands Measles Screening as Cluster Widens in Central Minnesota
A hospital in central Minnesota is stepping up screening as a measles cluster widens, with state officials noting two active clusters and low vaccine coverage…
LowU.S. Measles Outbreak Reaches Critical Point as Elimination Status at Risk
The US faces a critical measles resurgence with cases climbing across multiple states, particularly Virginia and Utah, threatening the nation's elimination sta…
HighWalmart settles Justice Department opioid lawsuit over invalid prescriptions
Walmart settled a Justice Department lawsuit alleging it unlawfully dispensed thousands of opioid prescriptions during the epidemic. The settlement amount was…
HighHantavirus cruise ship passengers deemed high-risk as evacuation begins
A cruise ship with a deadly hantavirus outbreak is anchoring in Tenerife with all passengers classified as high-risk contacts. Three deaths have been confirmed…
HighStudy Links Blood Type O to Lower COVID-19 Risk, Type A to Higher Vulnerability
23andMe's analysis of over 1 million participants found blood type O associated with 9-18% lower COVID-19 infection risk, while type A showed higher susceptibi…
MediumCricket legend Michael Slater seeks mental health treatment amid assault charge
Former Australian cricket star Michael Slater is undergoing mental health treatment at a private facility after being charged with assaulting a police officer…
HighCritical gaps remain in hantavirus outbreak response as cruise ship nears Canaries
A hantavirus-infected cruise ship with 140+ passengers heads to Spain's Canary Islands with at least 3 deaths confirmed. Key gaps remain on outbreak origin, pa…
HighBroccoli sprouts recalled after salmonella outbreak sickens 22
Broccoli sprouts have been recalled after being linked to a salmonella outbreak that has sickened 22 people across multiple states.
HighDomina Ludo en Facebook: tres trucos infalibles para vencer a tus amigos
Guía de estrategias para dominar el juego Parchis Star (Ludo) en Facebook, que se ha viralizado durante la cuarentena por COVID-19 como entretenimiento para us…
MediumRep. Wexton Won't Seek Reelection After Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Diagnosis
Rep. Jennifer Wexton (D-Va.) announced she won't seek reelection after being diagnosed with progressive supranuclear palsy, a rare neurological disorder affect…
HighFDA Recalls Nearly 4,000 Bottles of Blood Pressure Medication Nationwide After Failed Quality Testing
The FDA has issued a nationwide recall of nearly 4,000 bottles of blood pressure medication after pills failed a quality test, with outlets reporting the drug…
MediumControl theory framework offers safer path to aging drug discovery
Researchers propose a control theory framework to make aging drug discovery safer by weighing treatment risk, timing, and irreversible damage rather than simpl…
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