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Climate change plays a role in global rise of dengue fever

NPR Health

Over 12 million cases of dengue fever were reported in 2024, the most ever. A study suggests climate change has likely played a significant role in the disease's expansion.

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Study shows fatal spread of H5N1 virus from ferrets to suckling kits

The Hindu

The study demonstrates that H5N1 2.3.4.

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Infant dies and 10 others sick in latest listeria outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat

NPR Health

The cases appeared in California, Illinois, New Jersey and New York between July 31 and Oct. 24, the CDC said. Nine out of the 11 infected individuals were hospitalized.

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How should India tackle diabetes load?

The Hindu

What is the controversy over the numbers? What is the difference in testing methodology? What are the issues raised in the Lancet study on controlling diabetes? Why are doctors concerned about the number of diabetics in India? What steps need to be taken?

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Alcohol use found to be major factor in cannabis vaping among youth and young adults

News Medical Health Sciences

Alcohol use was the most common predictor of escalating cannabis vaping among youth and young adults, independent of demographic factors, according to research by UTHealth Houston published this month in the journal Social Science & Medicine.

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Should I worry about mould growing in my home?

The Hindu

Indoor mould growth explained by fungal biologist, debunking myths and providing insights on health risks and prevention.

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From Farm to Health — A Vision for Regenerative Agriculture and Metabolic Wellness

Mercola

I recently interviewed Ashley Armstrong, co-founder of Angel Acres Egg Co. and a leading advocate for regenerative agriculture. Ashley’s unique perspective bridges the gap between optimal health practices and sustainable farming, offering invaluable insights into how our food systems and dietary choices profoundly impact well-being. Ashley began her health journey alongside her sister, Sarah, under the moniker "Strong Sisters.

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Probiotics shown to mitigate effects of toxic fire-retardant chemicals

News Medical Health Sciences

Polybrominated diphenyl ethers, or PBDEs, are fire-retardant chemicals that are found everywhere -; upholstery, carpets, curtains, electronics, and even infant products.

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Why Even ‘Moderate’ Drinking Is Harming Your Health

Mercola

I've had many eye-opening moments that have shifted my understanding of what truly contributes to wellness and longevity. Recently, I had one such revelation about a substance many take for granted as being relatively harmless, or even beneficial, in moderation: alcohol. I interviewed Dr. Brooke Scheller, a doctor of clinical nutrition, founder of Functional Sobriety (a nutrition-based program for alcohol reduction) and author of "How to Eat to Change How You Drink," who has done extensive resea

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Attacks on health workers in Lebanon reach unprecedented levels

News Medical Health Sciences

Since 7 October 2023, 47% of attacks on health care – 65 out of 137 – have proven fatal to at least one health worker or patient in Lebanon, as of 21 November 2024.

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How Your Microbiome Influences Your Immune System

Mercola

Editor's Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published January 24, 2021. In this interview, Rodney Dietert, Professor Emeritus of immunotoxicology at Cornell University, reviews the interrelationship between your immune system and your gut microbiome. He's spent several decades researching and teaching students about the immune system.

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Framing chores as learning opportunities encourages child autonomy, study shows

News Medical Health Sciences

Parents are much less likely to intervene when their young children are getting dressed or performing other simple chores if those tasks are framed as learning opportunities, according to a new study by Yale researchers.

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7 Podcasts that Epidemiologists Should Add to their Rotation

The Cofounder

If you’re anything like me, you probably have a few go-to podcasts that you like to keep up with. Since starting at Rollins, I’ve been exploring new podcasts related to public health and epidemiology. They’ve been super helpful in staying informed about current events and happenings in the world of public health.

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Prenatal diet in line with USDA guidelines promotes healthy birthweights

News Medical Health Sciences

Expectant mothers who maintain a diet that meets USDA dietary guidelines during pregnancy may be more likely to have infants with healthy birthweights, steadier growth patterns, and potentially a reduced risk of obesity later in childhood, according to a new study funded by the Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program at the National Institutes of Health.

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The Best Way to Stall Dementia: Quit Smoking

Evidence Based Living

While the number of smokers is at a historical low, data demonstrates that smoking still affects public health. Smoking increases the risk of heart and lung disease, affects bone health, and increases the risk of birth defects. A growing body of research demonstrates that smoking also affects neurological health, specifically cognitive decline.

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NREM sleep boosts cognitive performance through brain synchronization

News Medical Health Sciences

While it's well known that sleep enhances cognitive performance, the underlying neural mechanisms, particularly those related to nonrapid eye movement (NREM) sleep, remain largely unexplored.

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Public Health Compliance Analyst, Guidehouse

The Cofounder

Guidehouse is hiring a compliance analyst be based in the DC area. Analysts will assist in applying common best practices in performing monitoring and auditing activities for various Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) models/programs. Specific responsibilities include: For more information and application instructions, visit the job posting linked here.

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Study explores factors influencing the acquisition of exercise habits in middle-aged workers

News Medical Health Sciences

Researchers at University of Tsukuba analyzed data from middle-aged workers who had received Specific Health Guidance—a revolutionary system implemented by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare to improve lifestyle habits for individuals with metabolic syndrome and those at presumptive risk of metabolic syndrome.

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Epidemiologist 2, DeKalb Public Health

The Cofounder

DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) is hiring an Epidemiologist to be based at Richardson Health Center in North Decatur. Job responsibilities: Under supervision, plans, develops, and conducts epidemiologic investigations, surveillance and interventions limited in scope and/or complexity to determine the causes of diseases and implement methods of disease control.

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NYU Langone Health hosts annual "Sala-bration" event to honor leaders in pediatric care

News Medical Health Sciences

NYU Langone Health hosted its annual "Sala-bration" event on November 12 to recognize the impactful work of Sala Institute for Child and Family Centered Care.

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Study: Rural residents more likely to struggle with medical debt

NC Health News

By Liz Carey The Daily Yonder According to new research from the University of Minnesota Rural Health Research Center , rural residents are not significantly more likely to be worried about their medical bills than their urban counterparts, but they are more likely to have trouble paying them. About 40 percent of rural and urban residents worry about medical bills, the research found, but more rural residents than urban residents say they have had problems paying medical bills (12.2 percent com

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UChicago scientists develop a new approach to study snoRNAs

News Medical Health Sciences

Dynamic, reversible modifications of DNA and RNA regulate how genes are expressed and transcribed, which can influence cellular processes, disease development, and overall organismal health.

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WHO says mpox continues to remain a public health emergency

The Hindu

There have been more than 46,000 suspected cases across Africa and more than 1,000 suspected deaths; Canada has reported its first case of clade 1 mpox; the WHO has now approved of a Japanese mpox vaccine for use in children

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Trump rounds out health team with CDC, FDA picks

The Hill

President-elect Trump rounded out his health team for his upcoming White House term by announcing his Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Federal Drug Administration (FDA) and surgeon general picks on Friday. In a flurry of administration announcements on Friday, Trump said he tapped Johns Hopkins’s surgeon, Marty Makary, to lead the FDA.

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Trump 2.0 Could Give China a Headache in Southeast Asia

RAND

Over the next four years, Trump is highly likely to accelerate his Indo-Pacific strategy in Southeast Asia by strengthening alliances and partnerships, consistent with his first term. His transactional approach might help to boost this strategy, too.

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What RFK Jr. could mean for LGBTQ health care

The Hill

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has expressed opposition to gender-affirming health care for transgender minors and questioned evidence linking HIV to AIDS, two issues that critics say should give senators second thoughts about confirming him as Health and Human Services secretary. While Kennedy's vaccine skepticism has received more attention, his remarks on LGBTQ issues, including comments during a podcast last year that chemicals in drinking water could be making children gay or transgender, have also