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First bird flu death reported in the U.S., according to the CDC

NPR Health

Health officials in Louisiana say a person there hasdied after catching bird flu. This marks the first reported death in the U.S. from the virus during the current outbreak.

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HMPV is not a mysterious virus, we see it every year: paediatricians

The Hindu

Hyderabad pediatrician addresses concerns about Human Metapneumovirus outbreak in China, emphasizing prevention and symptomatic care.

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Dr. Rachel Levine focused on her job at HHS. Still, anti-trans politics followed her

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Dr. Rachel Levine is the highest ranking, out transgender person ever to serve in the federal government. Her tenure at HHS ran concurrent with an explosion in state legislation targeting transgender people.

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Novel hMPV strains linked to rising respiratory infections in young children

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Researchers in India discovered novel hMPV lineages A2.2.1 and A2.2.2, emphasizing their role in pediatric respiratory infections and potential public health implications.

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We asked global thinkers how to improve life on earth in 2025. Here are their wishes

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What's one thing humankind can do to help heal the world? The wishes cover everything from upholding Jimmy Carter's legacy to cleaning up Mt. Everest. Readers, we'd like to hear your wishes as well.

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Lead pollution likely caused widespread IQ declines in ancient Rome, new study finds

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Lead exposure is responsible for a range of human health impacts, with even relatively low levels impacting the cognitive development of children. Scientists have previously used atmospheric pollution records preserved in Arctic ice cores to identify periods of lead pollution throughout the Roman Empire, and now new research expands on this finding to identify how this pollution may have affected the European population.

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Superratas, una bomba de relojería bajo nuestros pies, inmune a los raticidas: "Generan mutaciones a toda velocidad"

Environmental Health News

El crecimiento de las ciudades, que lleva parejo un crecimiento de la red de alcantarillado, llevara a extrapolar que la poblacin de ratas urbanas en el mundo ha aumentado entre un 15 y un 20% en la ltima dcada.

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Getting Sober-curious: why your friends (and maybe you) are going dry.

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According to Pew 79% of New Year's resolutions are about one thing: health. It's Been a Minute is kicking off 2025 with a little series called "new year, new me." We're getting into some of the big questions and cultural confusion around our health and wellness. This week many Americans are starting out the year by cutting out alcohol and going "dry.

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Hidden culprit: Human metapneumovirus identified in severe adult pneumonia case

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Severe pneumonia caused by human metapneumovirus in an immunocompetent adult highlights diagnostic challenges and underscores the need for rapid molecular diagnostics to improve outcomes.

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A high-profile bartender now helps people find low and no-alcohol alternatives

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A former bar owner who now focuses on low and no-alcohol drinks has leaned into the mindful drinking movement. His annual festival focuses on exploring wellness and a new relationship with alcohol.

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HMPV not new virus in India: Health Ministry says as cases detected

The Hindu

The Ministry also added that the current data from ICMR indicated no unusual surge in Influenza-Like Illness or Severe Acute Respiratory Illness cases in India

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Health insurers limit coverage of prosthetic limbs, questioning their medical necessity

News Medical Health Sciences

When Michael Adams was researching health insurance options in 2023, he had one very specific requirement: coverage for prosthetic limbs.

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Human Metapneumovirus: let’s all calm down first

The Hindu

For infectious disease specialists, HMPV is a well-known pathogen and has been circulating in most countries, including India, for quite some time

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Tuberculosis strains resistant to new drugs are transmitted between patients

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Tuberculosis (TB) is the world's biggest infectious disease killer with multidrug-resistant TB (MDR-TB) posing a particular threat to global health. A study shows that resistance to the new MDR-TB treatment regimen recently recommended by the World Health Organization is already spreading between patients.

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Nimisha Priya a victim of transnational economic system: Medical workers in India seek return of nurse on death row in Yemen

The Hindu

Its a moral right and also a duty of every human to fight for his freedom and find a way back to his people.

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Extended course of Paxlovid shows promise for some long Covid patients

News Medical Health Sciences

An up-close look at how patients respond to the drug at different times and doses adds nuance to a recent finding that Paxlovid does not work for long Covid.

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No surge in respiratory illnesses says Union Health Ministry; advises States to strengthen awareness on HMPV

The Hindu

The direction were issued following a virtual meeting of chaired by Union Health Ministry Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava with States and UTs to review the present situation of respiratory illnesses and HMPV cases in India

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Drug-resistant hookworms put pets and people at risk

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Canine hookworms are becoming increasingly resistant to drugs across Australia, according to new research. Scientists have identified widespread resistance to benzimidazole-based dewormers which are commonly used to treat gastrointestinal parasites in dogs.

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New research adds to debate over fluoride in drinking water

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Last year, a government report linking high levels of fluoride with lower IQ in children contributed to debate over adding fluoride to drinking water. The analysis behind that report is out today.

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Non-opioid pain relievers beat opioids after dental surgery

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Researchers find an over-the-counter combo is more effective for wisdom tooth extraction pain.

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GPT-4 demonstrates high accuracy in analyzing multilingual medical notes

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A study evaluates GPT-4's analysis of medical notes in English, Spanish, and Italian, achieving 79% agreement with physicians on key clinical insights.

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AI slashes cost and time for chip design, but that is not all

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Researchers have harnessed artificial intelligence to take a key step toward slashing the time and cost of designing new wireless chips and discovering new functionalities to meet expanding demands for better wireless speed and performance.

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Paxlovid may help some long COVID patients: Research

The Hill

A small study published Monday found that the COVID-19 antiviral treatment Paxlovid may have use as a treatment for long COVID when administered outside of an infection. Administration of Paxlovid during a SARS-CoV-2 infection has previously been linked to a lower risk of developing long COVID symptoms. But a study published in the Nature science journal suggests that taking the treatment may have benefits for people with long COVID when they're not experiencing an active infection.

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Floods linked to rise in US deaths from several major causes

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Over the last 20 years, large floods were associated with up to 24.9 percent higher death rates from major mortality causes in the U.S. compared to normal conditions. A new study demonstrates the sweeping and hidden effects of floods --including floods unrelated to hurricanes, such as those due to heavy rain, snowmelt, or ice jams.

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Decades of research push cytomegalovirus vaccine closer to reality

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Researchers review decades of progress in human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) vaccine development, emphasizing challenges, innovative platforms, and the critical need for effective prevention strategies.

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Climate extremes in 2024 'wreaking havoc' on the global water cycle

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2024 was another year of record-breaking temperatures, driving the global water cycle to new climate extremes and contributing to ferocious floods and crippling droughts, a new report shows. The report found rising temperatures are changing the way water moves around the planet, 'wreaking havoc' on the water cycle.

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Sugary beverages contribute to millions of diabetes and heart disease cases

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A new study from researchers at the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University, which published in Nature Medicine on January 6, estimates that 2.2 million new cases of type 2 diabetes and 1.2 million new cases of cardiovascular disease occur each year globally due to consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages.

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Beyond the 'Dragon Arc', a treasure trove of unseen stars

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Taking advantage of a cosmic 'double lens,' astronomers resolved more than 40 individual stars in a galaxy so far away its light dates back to when the universe was only half its present age.

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Persistent or increasing breast density linked to higher cancer risk

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Identifying patterns in breast density changes can improve breast cancer risk prediction, emphasizing the importance of longitudinal assessments in screening.

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Hornwort genomes provide clues on how plants conquered the land

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Over 450 million years ago, plants began the epic transition from water to dry land. Among the first pioneers were the ancestors of humble hornworts, a group of small, unassuming plants that have persisted to this day. New research reveals insights into the genetic blueprints of hornworts, uncovering fascinating details about plant evolution and the early days of life on land.

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Topical immunotherapy clears precancerous skin lesions and reduces cancer risk

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Calcipotriol-plus5-FU therapy activates immune pathways, offering long-lasting protection against squamous cell carcinoma by targeting precancerous lesions.

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Physicists explain a stellar stream's distinctive features

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Physicists have proposed a solution to a long-standing puzzle surrounding the GD-1 stellar stream, one of the most well-studied streams within the galactic halo of the Milky Way.

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Do GLP-1 receptor agonists increase the risk of suicide in patients?

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A nationwide study confirms GLP-1 RAs pose no short-term psychiatric risk, showing a negative association with suicidal behaviors in high-risk populations.

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Climate change is accelerating forest defoliation by helping invasive species spread

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Computer models predict that hotter, drier conditions in North America will limit the growth of a fungus that normally curbs the spread of the spongy moth, an invasive species that has caused millions of dollars in damage to forests.

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