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Feeling stuffed after the big meal? Don't flop on the sofa, take a 'fart walk'

NPR Health

Among the latest health hacks to go viral on TikTok is the idea of a short, post-dinner "fart walk" to aid digestion. Turns out, the science on this trend is solid, and so are the health benefits.

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India needs a bold approach to bridge the access, affordability gap in cancer care

The Hindu

In India, one in nine individuals is projected to be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime; the cancer incidence is predicted to climb further due to rising pollution, urbanisation, and poor diets and lifestyles

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After turkey, take a trot. A little post-meal walk can be a big boost for health

NPR Health

Among the latest health hacks to go viral on TikTok is the idea of short post-dinner "fart walk" to aid digestion. Turns out, the science on this trend is solid, and so are the health benefits.

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Nanorobot hand made of DNA grabs viruses for diagnostics and blocks cell entry

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

A tiny, four-fingered 'hand' folded from a single piece of DNA can pick up the virus that causes COVID-19 for highly sensitive rapid detection and can even block viral particles from entering cells to infect them, researchers report. Dubbed the NanoGripper, the nanorobotic hand also could be programmed to interact with other viruses or to recognize cell surface markers for targeted drug delivery, such as for cancer treatment.

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PHOTOS: A drone's eye view of 'foodscapes,' from cattle to soybeans to shrimp

NPR Health

Traveling to 36 countries and 5 oceans, George Steinmetz (and his drones) take us on a food tour in his new book Feed the Planet: A Photographic Journey to the World's Food.

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A Toddler Got a Nasal Swab Test but Left Before Seeing a Doctor. The Bill was $445.

KFF Health News

Ryan Wettstein Nauman was inconsolable one evening last December. After being put down for bed, the 3-year-old from Peoria, Illinois, just kept crying and crying and crying, and nothing would calm her down. Her mother, Maggi Wettstein, remembered fearing it could be a yeast or urinary tract infection, something they had been dealing with during potty training.

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Ban this carcinogenic ‘heart-burn’ drug

The Hindu

The continued manufacture and sale of Ranitidine, the acid reflux treatment drug, in India must stop; government inaction is jeopardising Indian lives

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As the respiratory virus season approaches, where does the vaccination rate stand?

NPR Health

So far very few Americans have been rolling up their sleeves to get vaccinated against COVID, flu or RSV.

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Fossil fuel industry influences medical research, raising ethical concerns

News Medical Health Sciences

An investigation published by The BMJ today reveals the extent of fossil fuel industry involvement in medical research, leading to fresh calls for academics and publishing companies to cut ties with companies.

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Clinical trial reveals twice-yearly injection to be 96% effective in HIV prevention

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Recent results from a recent clinical trial indicate that a twice-yearly injection of Lenacapavir offers an overall 96% reduced risk of acquiring HIV. This makes Lenacapavir significantly more effective than the standard daily oral PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis).

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Preventing stillbirths requires redefining parameters, upgrading maternal care and generating better data

The Hindu

A recent article in The Lancet has highlighted the limited data availability and poor data quality of stillbirths in the country; India is the topmost contributor to stillbirths and neonatal mortality in the world

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New injection treatment could be a game-changer for people with asthma and COPD

News Medical Health Sciences

An injection given during some asthma and COPD attacks is more effective than the current treatment of steroid tablets, reducing the need for further treatment by 30%.

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First new treatment for asthma attacks in 50 years

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

A recent trial finds an injection given during some asthma and COPD attacks is more effective than the current treatment of steroid tablets, reducing the need for further treatment by 30%.

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Will insurance that covers doctor consultations and diagnostics help decrease long-term hospitalisations?

The Hindu

A report by consultancy firm Mercer Mash Benefits details the advantages of OPD insurance; experts believe it could help reduce healthcare costs if implemented well, for all sections of society

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Depression increases chances of experiencing menstrual pain

News Medical Health Sciences

Scientists investigate the genetic relationship between depression and dysmenorrhea.

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Fossil dung reveals clues to dinosaur success story

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Researchers have been able to identify undigested food remains, plants and prey in the fossilized feces of dinosaurs. These analyses of hundreds of samples provide clues about the role dinosaurs played in the ecosystem around 200 million years ago.

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Better maternal diet boosts brain growth and IQ in kids

News Medical Health Sciences

Higher maternal diet quality during early pregnancy is associated with larger brain volumes and higher IQ scores in offspring aged 10 and 14. Editorial explains why prenatal nutrition plays a crucial role in long-term brain and cognitive development.

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Early North Americans made needles from fur-bearers

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Paleoindians at Wyoming's LaPrele mammoth site made needles from the bones of fur-bearers, likely to creat garments from the animals' furs to keep warm in a cool climate.

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New gold-based drug proves to be more potent than standard chemotherapy

News Medical Health Sciences

A new gold-based drug can slow tumour growth in animals by 82% and target cancers more selectively than standard chemotherapy drugs, according to a study by Australian and Indian researchers.

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Discovering the traits of extinct birds

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Analysis of 216 extinct species by biologists found birds endemic to islands, occupied ecologically specific niche, lacking flight, with large bodies and sharply angled wings were the ones likely to disappear the soonest after 1500.

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Steep decline in cervical cancer deaths among young women in US

News Medical Health Sciences

Research shows a dramatic 62% decrease in cervical cancer mortality in U.S. women under 25, attributed to HPV vaccination and enhanced screening efforts.

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Interactive maps offer ‘more complete picture’ of firearm violence 

Association of Health Care Journalists

In California, nearly one out of every two deaths by firearm is a suicide. And for the U.S. as a whole, firearms are the leading cause of death for kids and teens , disproportionately impacting people of color. Access to daily, timely and accurate data is crucial to helping combat the gun violence epidemic and amplifying coverage of this public health crisis.

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Can fasting improve diabetes outcomes? Ramadan offers insights

News Medical Health Sciences

A study during Ramadan shows intermittent fasting improves liver health, gut microbiota richness, and metabolic markers in T2DM patients. However, benefits fade quickly after fasting ends, highlighting the need for sustained interventions.

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Moving 'hotspot' created world's longest straight underwater mountain belt

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

New research has revealed that the Ninetyeast Ridge -- the Earth's longest straight underwater mountain chain -- formed through a different process than previously believed. Stretching 5000 km along the Indian Ocean's 90-degree east longitude and nearly matching the length of North America's Rocky Mountains, the ridge offers crucial new insights into the movement of the Earth's tectonic plates.

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Recommendation from Group of Ministers awaited for GST exemption on health, life insurance

The Hindu

The first meeting of the GoM was held on October 19, Minister of State Pankaj Chaudhary told the Lok Sabha in response to a question

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New HIV prevention injection offers 96% protection

News Medical Health Sciences

For oral medications that prevent new HIV infection to be effective, the patient must take certain actions, including attending doctor's visits every three months and – most importantly – consistency.

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How not to poison your family this Thanksgiving – Redux

NC Health News

This classic NC Health News story first ran in Nov, 2012. But the need not to make your family sick remains pertinent. Happy Thanksgiving! By Rose Hoban Kate Houghton-Zatz was more than a little nervous about Thanksgiving. Her in-laws and parents had only met once before, and they were all coming for the big meal to the small apartment she shared with her husband, Dave, and brand-new baby, Zoe, in Teaneck, NJ.

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Adults with egg white allergy face significant quality of life challenges

News Medical Health Sciences

Study reveals significant impairments in the quality of life for adults with hen's egg white allergy, highlighting the need for accurate food labeling and further research into effective treatments.

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The Pivot with Nashmia Khan

UNC Epidemiology Blog

Nashmia Khan establishes communities wherever she goes. What’s your role in public health? I’m a second-year Master of Public Health student in the Health Behavior concentration. Now that I’m in my third semester, I feel like I’ve gotten my bearings and have more flexibility to explore everything both public health and the Triangle area have to offer.

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Soccer heading may cause long-term brain damage

News Medical Health Sciences

Soccer heading may cause more damage to the brain than previously thought, according to a study being presented next week at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

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Recognizing Native American Heritage Month, USDA Science Spotlights Christopher

US Department of Agriculture

During Native American Heritage Month, USDA Science recognizes the invaluable contributions that Native American employees have made in advancing agricultural science and innovation that benefits us all. From advancing Indigenous Traditional Ecological Knowledge in research to ensuring the next generation of agriculture is inspired to lead—the employees spotlighted below are an integral part of carrying out USDA’s mission.

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Philadelphia beverage tax: Did it curb childhood obesity?

News Medical Health Sciences

The 2017 Philadelphia beverage tax aimed to reduce sugar-sweetened beverage consumption and improve pediatric health. While it significantly reduced sugary drink purchases, its impact on overall pediatric weight was limited, with minor changes observed in specific subgroups.

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Another allegation of medical negligence against Kozhikode MCH

The Hindu

Woman from Perambra claims the staff did not attend to her properly during her delivery, which reportedly led her to undergo at least five surgeries

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GLP-1 receptor agonists reduce kidney failure risk and cardiovascular events

News Medical Health Sciences

Researchers evaluate the effects of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists on kidney and cardiovascular outcomes.

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