Mercola

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

A tribe called the Catawbas ate pumpkin seeds for kidney health. 1 Fast forwarding a handful of centuries, we now know that adding pumpkin to foods provides a warm, satisfying "foodiness" that your body knows — and science proves — is more than just tasty but also health beneficial. Lutein and zeaxanthin are found in your retina.

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Big Cities Health Coalition

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The Big Cities Health Coalition (BCHC), representing the leaders of health departments serving nearly 61 million Americans, calls on the incoming Administration and Congress to enhance support for local public health systems.

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Folate Helps Protect Against Lead's Neurotoxic Effects An October 2024 study published in the Environmental Health Perspectives journal 2 found that supplementing with folic acid, a synthetic version of folate, during pregnancy helps mitigate lead's neurotoxic effects. The higher the SRS score, the more autistic-like behaviors detected.

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International Journal of Epidemiology Blog

APRIL 9, 2024

Iñaki Permanyer and Júlia Almeida Calazans Policymakers and scholars are increasingly interested in monitoring and curbing health inequalities. Measuring how ‘similar’ or ‘dissimilar’ the different causes of death are can help us understand global health inequalities and patterns of mortality. Read more: Permanyer I, Calazans JA.

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NC Health News

DECEMBER 21, 2024

The Office of the State Auditor released its audit of the Department of Health and Human Services oversight of nursing homes, accusing the department of consistently failing to conduct timely inspections and investigations of nursing homes across the state. oversight of nursing homes appeared first on North Carolina Health News.

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Mercola

OCTOBER 29, 2024

million children between the ages of 5 and 15, revealed that cases of myopericarditis, a disease marked by heart inflammation, were found exclusively in those who received the shot. For the analysis, a significant dataset was provided by the National Health Service (NHS) England. This large-scale study, involving over 1.7

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Maternal Health Task Force

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Photo: WRA Uganda The Respectful Maternity Care Charter gives a framework for reproductive and maternal health advocates to fight for policy change globally by articulating the universal human rights of mothers and newborns in the context of maternity care provided within a healthcare facility.

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UK Health Security

AUGUST 2, 2024

Eligibility is outlined in Chapter 14a of the Green Book , a document published by UKHSA specifically for public health professionals. Between November, December and January over 38,000 people were admitted to hospital with the virus. So, what are the immunosuppression criteria?

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

However, many others are overlooking their mental health, which can have devastating effects on quality of life. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, around 57.8 These findings were documented in Singh's study, 15 published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. 6 But what is the exact mechanism behind this?

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

High blood pressure is a health concern that middle-aged adults and the elderly usually contend with, however, new research suggests that this silent killer is now affecting the lives of American children at an alarming rate. These include "low education, low income, no health insurance, food insecurity and no or limited employment."

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HEALTHBEAT

AUGUST 30, 2024

Public health, explained: Sign up to receive Healthbeat’s free Atlanta newsletter here. Can a photograph improve public health? A recent exhibit at the city’s Arts Xchange shared photos and comments illustrating how the people of East Point view health in their community. Department of Health and Human Services.

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The Health Care Blog

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Young college age men are a high-risk demographic for vaccine associated myocarditis mRNA vaccine associated myocarditis/myopericarditis is an uncommon, but well-documented issue with COVID vaccines in young adults, particularly after 2nd or 3rd doses, and particularly in otherwise healthy males.

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HEALTHBEAT

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Public health, explained: Sign up to receive Healthbeats free New York City newsletter here. The research behind cash transfer programs As guaranteed income programs emerge across the country, supporters say they offer common-sense solutions to intractable social and public health issues.

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Phreesia

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Help improve copay accuracy What’s new : It’s easier to document feedback when you need to reselect a copay. Registration Ensure all Patient Encounter data saves properly—even during downtime What’s new : You can now export Patient Encounter documents from the “Patients” page. Next steps : These screens will be updated automatically.

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

However, the International Journal of Risk & Safety in Medicine study 2 highlights significant safety concerns and questions the drug’s effectiveness in this vulnerable age group. 4 Understanding these alternatives is key for making informed decisions about mental health treatments for youth.

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Black Health Matters

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

A report from Frontiers in Medicine explained that “Long-term hyperphosphatemia can lead to symptoms such as pruritus, convulsions, limb ulceration, bone fracture, bone pain, vascular and soft tissue calcification, and hyperparathyroidism, all of which seriously threatens the survival health and life quality of patients.”

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

And research shows that when this happens, your health will drastically suffer. While popular, long-term use to manage allergies affects your health, as evidenced in a case report 5 published in the American Journal of Ophthalmology Case Reports. Antihistamines have been linked to changes in mental health as well.

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Ageing and Health 91

Fund for Public Health NYC

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The Fund for Public Health NYC – on behalf of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene – was awarded a two-year renewal grant from Robin Hood, New York City’s largest poverty-fighting philanthropy, to expand electronic referrals to Early Intervention. . Deputy Commissioner of Family and Child Health.

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Black Health Matters

AUGUST 12, 2024

The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology reports that “Fibroids are more common and more severe among African American women, and African American women have fibroids diagnosed at earlier ages, are more likely to be symptomatic, and are likely to have different responses to medical treatment than White women.”

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Health Blawg

JANUARY 16, 2019

A digression: As the health wonks and policy nerds reading this are already aware, HIPAA is a horse of a different color. It seems to me that revising health data privacy and security rules is not the best means to achieve this goal. Could they use a nip and tuck, a little freshening up around the edges? But not a wholesale revision.

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Health Blawg

JANUARY 16, 2019

A digression: As the health wonks and policy nerds reading this are already aware, HIPAA is a horse of a different color. It seems to me that revising health data privacy and security rules is not the best means to achieve this goal. Could they use a nip and tuck, a little freshening up around the edges? But not a wholesale revision.

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Department of Health and Human Services, around 10 million people over the age of 50 have osteoporosis. 1 This is a concerning number of people who have compromised skeletal health, as osteoporosis increases your risk of major fractures. According to the U.S. 15 So, how much calcium does your body need?

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Mercola

OCTOBER 30, 2024

You might not give much thought to your toilet habits, but the way you sit on the throne significantly impacts your digestive health. This natural alignment means you don't have to push or strain, reducing your risk of common bowel-related health problems.

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Environmental Health News

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Onyenwe, a current fellow and a Health Scientist, Environmental Toxicologist and Public Health Emergency Responder at the U.S. It's like, at that age, my gosh, I don't know. So you're a health scientist, environmental toxicologist at the CDC. I wanted to be a baseball player. What about the scientific aspect?

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Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Every year, AMCHP recognizes individuals in the maternal and child health (MCH) community who have gone above and beyond to positively impact those around them. MacQueen Lecture Award : For innovation in the field of maternal and child health. All award winners are invited to accept their award at the conference.

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Mercola

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Walking is also a low-impact exercise that can be done almost anywhere and is nearly impossible to overdo, making it a highly accessible and sustainable way to improve your overall health and well-being. Regular walking has numerous well-documented benefits. 1 It also boosts mood, reduces stress and improves cognitive function.

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Ageing and Health 69

Sheffield DPH

JANUARY 14, 2023

Public Health” in almost all guises won’t deliver results fast enough on the right now issues. In the medium to long term pretty much everybody says “public health” is “the answer” In whole or in part. Some talk about “prevention” or “public health”. Not into health. Of that there is no doubt. This was good.

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

This condition can affect individuals of all ages and genders, though they are more prevalent in men. Age plays a crucial role in hernia development, with incidence rates climbing significantly among older adults due to the natural deterioration of abdominal wall strength and connective tissue integrity over time.

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

A recent investigation 3 by Spotlight on America uncovered hidden dangers in these lunches that are putting children's health at risk — namely, heavy metals and pesticides. Epidemiologist Dr. Melissa Perry, Dean of the George Mason University School of Public Health, reviewed the results and expressed concerns about the implications. "50

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Gideon

APRIL 7, 2021

In recognition of World Health Day 2021 , which falls on April 7, the WHO points out that “some people are able to live healthier lives and have better access to health services than others – entirely due to the conditions in which they are born, grow, live, work, and age.” References (1) D. Online] (4) A. 5-9, 2012. (5)

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Gideon

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Dog vaccination programs are the most effective way to prevent Rabies Rabies is endemic to over 150 countries, and according to the World Health Organization, 99% of all transmissions to humans are from dogs , potentially bringing into question the animal’s status as the man’s best friend. per 100,000 population.

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Gideon

MARCH 12, 2020

Public Health professionals, the lay public, and politicians will conclude that this disease carries a “mortality rate” of 3.4%. The death of an infected patient will be obvious and easily documented, while asymptomatic or relatively minor infections could remain undocumented. Few realize that “only” 1.4%

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Gideon

JANUARY 28, 2021

There are well-documented instances of humans contracting leprosy through contact with armadillos. During the Middle Ages, “Leper Colonies” were built to isolate these patients, with as many as 19,000 such institutions existing across Europe.[10] Available: 10.4103/0976-3147.150291 [6] World Health Organization, “ Leprosy ”.

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KFF Health News

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

To discover how millions in opioid settlement funds are being spent in Idaho, you can visit the state attorney general’s website , which hosts 91 documents from state and local entities getting the money. Public Health District No. Cracking that code requires a separate document. The other 38 states promised less.)

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Association of Health Care Journalists

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The child tax credit currently provides up to $2,000 per qualifying child under 17 years of age for the 2024 tax year, with a refundable portion of $1,700 available to families whose tax liabilities are lower than the credit amount. This improvement in food security can have long-lasting effects on child health and development.

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Environmental Health News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

There's so much documented evidence at this point that electric vehicle tax credits, residential solar tax credits, tend to benefit wealthier households, which are from like a higher income status or a higher socioeconomic status in the US, and I'm talking about specifically here. But who is it leading to a relative increase for?

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The Health Care Blog

MAY 12, 2022

She is currently Dean Emeritus and Professor of Health Policy and Management at UCLA’s Fielding School of Public Health, but also spent years in government, and was on President Obama’s Advisory Group on Prevention, Health Promotion and Integrative and Public Health. Linda Rosenstock has an M.D. per 1000 to 11.4

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