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Mato Grosso do Sul recebe 8,3 mil doses da vacina Pneumo 20 para ampliar proteção
MS received 8,300 doses of the new Pneumo 20 vaccine, incorporated into Brazil's public health system to protect against 20 pneumococcal strains and prevent se…
HighFiocruz recebe novo lote de IFA da China para produção de vacina
Fiocruz recebe mais um lote de Ingrediente Farmacêutico Ativo (IFA) da China para produção de vacina AstraZeneca, garantindo 5,8 milhões de doses e entregas se…
HighEstudo com 95 mil usuários alerta para risco de herpes com canetas emagrecedoras
Estudo com quase 100 mil prontuários revela que medicamentos agonistas de GLP-1 para diabetes e obesidade podem aumentar risco de herpes simples e herpes-zóste…
High38 Missing After Islamic School Collapse in Indonesia; 1 Dead, 102 Evacuated
Indonesian rescuers search for 38 people trapped under rubble after an Islamic boarding school collapsed in East Java during construction, killing one and inju…
HighEl papa León XIV tiene adenocarcinoma de pulmón: qué significa el diagnóstico y el tratamiento
El Vaticano confirmó que el papa León XIV tiene adenocarcinoma de pulmón, tratado con la extirpación del lóbulo inferior de su pulmón derecho. El artículo expl…
HighEbola death toll surges to 930 as DRC outbreak accelerates amid security threats
Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed at least 930 people and is spreading at record pace, with security concerns hampering response efforts as health facilities f…
HighB12 Deficiency: Symptoms and Solutions for Vegans and Beyond
Article explains vitamin B12 functions, deficiency symptoms including fatigue and neurological issues, and notes vegetarians/vegans may need supplements. Exper…
HighHallan muerta a paciente de 69 años en baños de hospital tras siete horas sin responder
Una mujer de 69 años fue hallada muerta en los aseos del servicio de urgencias del hospital de Nancy tras no responder a llamadas durante siete horas. Las auto…
HighEssais cliniques contre le cancer : comment les avancées du congrès européen parviennent aux patients
Après le congrès européen de cancérologie, le professeur Jean-Jacques Kiladjian, de l'Inserm, explique le parcours des traitements prometteurs avant leur accès…
MediumMedio día legal pagado para vacunarte: requisitos y cómo solicitarlo
El Código del Trabajo garantiza medio día de permiso pagado a trabajadores para vacunarse contra influenza y Covid-19. El requisito clave es avisar al empleado…
HighUK Brings First Charges in 1994 Rwanda Genocide Case
UK prosecutors have charged a man for the first time in connection with the 1994 Rwandan genocide, marking a significant step in international accountability f…
HighThree Common Sun-Safety Mistakes Dermatologists Say You're Likely Making
Dermatologists highlight three widespread sun-safety errors people commonly make, with guidance on UV protection and skin cancer prevention during awareness mo…
HighVacina brasileira contra malária avança para testes em humanos com aprovação da Anvisa
A Anvisa autorizou testes em humanos da Vivaxin, vacina brasileira contra malária vivax desenvolvida por UFMG, USP e Cristália. Primeira fase envolverá 48 volu…
HighProstate cancer mortality drops 26% in Argentina as early detection improves
Argentina's prostate cancer mortality fell 26% between 2014-2024, driven by earlier consultations and advanced diagnostics. However, cultural barriers and late…
HighCoronavirus, De Luca parla oggi in diretta Facebook alle 14.45: il quadro della Campania
Il Governatore della Campania Vincenzo De Luca terrà una diretta Facebook alle 14.45 per aggiornare sui dati del contagio e sulle misure in arrivo nella region…
LowPeru Braces for Potential Fourth COVID Wave as BA.2 Variant Spreads
Peru faces potential fourth COVID-19 wave from BA.2 variant, with low third-dose vaccination coverage below 40% leaving vulnerable populations at risk. Expert…
HighLate-winter fatigue and flu: How to protect your health as spring approaches
Late-winter fatigue linked to vitamin D deficiency can be addressed through vaccination and health checks. Pharmacists recommend flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccina…
MediumDeath row inmate Christa Pike wakes after botched execution, nearly taken off life support
Christa Pike, a Tennessee death row inmate, survived a botched lethal injection execution and regained consciousness in hospital after nearly being taken off l…
HighUna IA predice el daño ocular diabético antes de que aparezcan síntomas
Un modelo de IA basado en 71 proteínas sanguíneas puede predecir la degeneración retiniana diabética antes de que aparezcan síntomas, mejorando la detección te…
HighTres alimentos clave para proteger la memoria al envejecer, según experto en longevidad
Un médico especializado en longevidad identifica tres grupos de alimentos esenciales —pescados grasos, huevos y frutos rojos— que ayudan a mantener la memoria…
MediumGrand Theft Auto VI: Vice City, two new leads and a November 19 launch, what we know so far
Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto VI launches Nov 19 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox at US$79.99, set in Vice City with two new lead characters. Analysts expect strong sal…
MediumUCN's CancerLab develops marine-based nutraceuticals from fish waste to combat cancer
UCN's CancerLab develops omega-3 based nutraceuticals from fish waste and microalgae to treat and prevent cancer, while creating economic value for regional fi…
HighModerna inicia ensayos en humanos de vacuna contra el VIH con tecnología de ARN mensajero
Moderna e IAVI comenzaron ensayos de Fase 1 de una vacuna contra el VIH basada en tecnología de ARN mensajero en 56 adultos sanos estadounidenses, marcando un…
High911 Calls Reveal Confusion That Delayed Emergency Response in Pike Execution
Emergency response was delayed by confusion following a failed execution of Christa Pike in Tennessee, according to 911 call records. Pike survived the executi…
HighVenezuelano baleado pelo ICE aguarda deportação com projétil no corpo
Wilber Garces Perez, imigrante venezuelano, foi baleado pelo ICE em Austin no domingo e permanece detido com a bala no corpo, aguardando deportação. Organizaçõ…
HighAquarius Horoscope for April 9, 2025: A Day of Stability Amidst Subtle Rivalries
Today's Aquarius horoscope emphasizes emotional support, financial neutrality, and the importance of focus in career endeavors.
MediumHantavirus outbreak on Atlantic cruise kills three; ship en route to Canary Islands
A hantavirus outbreak aboard a luxury cruise ship departing from Argentina has claimed three lives, with additional passengers critically ill. The WHO is inves…
HighPRF intensifica fiscalização nas rodovias durante feriadão de São João
PRF inicia Operação São João 2021 com reforço de fiscalização nas rodovias que levam ao interior de Pernambuco, mesmo com cancelamento das festas juninas por p…
HighTel Aviv supera Parigi: è la città più cara al mondo secondo la classifica Economist 2021
Secondo l'Economist, Tel Aviv scalza Parigi come città più cara al mondo, spinta da Covid-19 e inflazione. Damasco resta la meno costosa.
MediumSão Paulo expande vacinação contra dengue para público geral, começando com 59 anos
São Paulo begins rolling out Butantan's single-dose dengue vaccine to the general public, starting with 59-year-olds. Long-term studies show the vaccine mainta…
HighMagnetic robotic fetoscope advances life-saving twin surgery with unprecedented precision
Swiss researchers developed a flexible magnetic robotic fetoscope that improves precision in treating twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome, a life-threatening con…
HighCannabis Linked to Higher Cardiovascular Risk and Strokes, but Coverage Splits on the Strength of the Evidence
Coverage reports a link between cannabis use and higher cardiovascular disease risk, especially strokes, while other outlets question the strength of the evide…
LowYouth protein TIMP2 restores immune cell function in aging brains
Stanford researchers discovered that TIMP2, a youth-associated protein, helps restore healthy immune cell function in aging brains by regulating microglia, pot…
HighFlorida surgeon faces manslaughter charges after removing wrong organ, killing patient
A Florida surgeon removed a patient's liver instead of spleen during surgery, resulting in the patient's death. The surgeon faces up to 15 years in prison for…
HighGold Coast man arrested after two days on the run, charged over domestic violence and drug offences
Mark Lutgenau, 37, was arrested in Nerang after nearly 30 hours on the run and faces multiple domestic violence, assault, threat and drug charges. Police say h…
MediumHospital de Niños de Costa Rica alerta por aumento de consultas pediátricas por parásitos intestinales
El Hospital Nacional de Niños de Costa Rica reporta más consultas pediátricas por parásitos intestinales y pide reforzar higiene de manos, alimentos y uñas.
MediumAry Mirelle desmente ressaca e confirma influenza de João Gomes
A influenciadora Ary Mirelle desmentiu rumores de ressaca e confirmou que seu marido, o cantor João Gomes, foi internado com influenza viral forte, apresentand…
HighDoctors Weigh In: What Sleeping With a Fan Really Does to Your Body
Medical experts discuss the physiological impacts of using a fan while sleeping, addressing common health concerns and benefits for rest quality.
MediumThree killed, two injured in Himachal road collision with parked truck
Three people died and two were injured when a speeding car collided with a stationary truck in Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh on Monday night.
HighCientíficos chilenos descubren la 'huella digital' genética del cáncer de mama denso
Investigadores chilenos colaboraron en descubrimiento que explica cómo el tejido mamario denso genera mutaciones cancerosas. El hallazgo, publicado en Cancer C…
HighDF confirma dois novos casos de Ômicron; casal chegou do México
Brazil's Federal District confirmed two Omicron variant cases in a couple returning from Mexico, bringing the region's total to four cases as variant spread ac…
HighMaioria dos pacientes de Covid em UTIs no Brasil tem 40 anos ou menos
Levantamento da Amib mostra que 52% dos pacientes em UTIs por Covid-19 no Brasil têm 40 anos ou menos em março, um aumento significativo que pode estar relacio…
HighTwo dead in suspicious Bristol house explosion; terror ruled out
Two people died and three injured in a suspicious explosion at a Bristol house on Sunday morning. Police ruled out terrorism but are treating the incident as s…
HighCyanoacrylate Glue Fails to Reduce Post-Surgical Fistula Risk
Systematic review of 1,800 patients finds cyanoacrylate adhesive ineffective at reducing fistula or bleeding after pancreatic and sleeve gastrectomy procedures…
HighNewborn dies in NSW homeless encampment as housing crisis deepens in regional Australia
A newborn died in a tent at a regional NSW homeless encampment while another infant remained critical. The tragedy has reignited calls to address Australia's w…
HighEstudo associa consumo de café a menor risco de cirrose e cancro do fígado
Estudo com 354.957 participantes acompanhados durante 13 anos sugere que consumo de café está associado a 32-47% menor risco de cirrose, cancro do fígado e mor…
HighCantor Benito di Paula morre aos 84 anos vítima de câncer
O cantor e compositor Benito di Paula faleceu aos 84 anos em São Paulo, vítima de câncer descoberto há cerca de um ano. O artista deixa legado de sucessos como…
HighPastor belga do Senado é afastado após atacar veterinária que segue em estado grave
Veterinária terceirizada sofre ataque grave de pastor belga malinois no Senado Federal em Brasília, com mordida no pescoço e parada cardiorrespiratória. Animal…
HighAlimentos que protegem os rins: frutas, vegetais e hidratação são essenciais
Uma alimentação equilibrada com frutas, vegetais, leguminosas e hidratação adequada pode proteger os rins e prevenir doenças renais ao longo da vida.
MediumNorovirus Outbreak Strands Cruise Ship Off Bordeaux as Passengers Describe Vomiting and Hygiene Concerns
A norovirus outbreak has left about 1,700 passengers and crew stranded on the Ambition cruise ship anchored off Bordeaux, with around 48 people reporting sympt…
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