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1 dead, dozens sickened in E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders

NPR Health

E. coli food poisoning linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder hamburgers has sickened at least 49 people in 10 states, including one person who died, federal health officials said. (Image credit: Gene J.

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Bird flu infects 4 in Washington state; CDC deploys team

The Hill

Bird flu has possibly infected four agricultural workers in Washington state, according to its health department. In a press release Sunday , the Washington State Department of Health said the “workers tested presumptively positive for avian influenza after working with infected poultry at a commercial egg farm in Franklin County.” Franklin County is in the eastern half of the Evergreen State, which is known for its agriculture.

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LA is seeing cases of dengue, the range of which may be growing due to climate change

NPR Health

Los Angeles County has reported eight cases of locally acquired dengue fever in the past few months; the first ever occurred last year. Climate change probably played a role.

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Paws of polar bears sustaining ice-related injuries in a warming Arctic

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Polar bears in some parts of the high Arctic are developing ice buildup and related injuries to their feet. The changes appear to be an unexpected consequence of climate change, related to changing conditions in a warming Arctic.

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La contaminación es una de las principales amenazas de la biodiversidad. ¿Por qué nadie habla de ella en la COP16?

Environmental Health News

CALI, COLOMBIA– Más de 23.000 líderes, activistas ambientales e investigadores se reunirán esta y la próxima semana en Cali, Colombia, para la COP16 de las Naciones Unidas sobre biodiversidad, un evento trascendental para el futuro de los animales, plantas, hongos y microorganismos del mundo. En la reunión, 196 países transformarán las metas del Marco Kunming-Montreal de 2022 , firmado durante la última cumbre de biodiversidad, en acciones concretas para detener a los principales motores de la p

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Centre eyes ‘presumed consent’ for cornea retrieval in hospital deaths

The Hindu

THOTA may be amended to facilitate retrieval of cornea from all Indians who die in hospitals, without family consent.

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Ask the Toxics Docs: Tips to choose safer personal care products and cosmetics

Public Health Insider

How many personal care products do you use every day? From toothpaste to makeup and shampoo, the number can add up fast. This is a concern because some cosmetics and personal care products contain dangerous chemicals that can harm our health. The post Ask the Toxics Docs: Tips to choose safer personal care products and cosmetics appeared first on PUBLIC HEALTH INSIDER.

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Bilingualism may maintain protection against Alzheimer's

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

In a study, researchers use neuroimaging methods to examine brain resilience in regions of the brain linked to language and aging. They found that the hippocampus in bilinguals with Alzheimer's disease was noticeably larger than those who were monolingual when matched for age, education, cognitive function and memory, which suggests that there may be some form of brain maintenance related to bilingualism.

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Should men be allowed into operation theatres when their wives are having a baby? Doctors weigh in after YouTuber’s video sparks controversy

The Hindu

YouTuber Irfan recently posted a video on social media that showed him cutting the umbilical cord of his newborn, in the operation theatre of a private hospital in Chennai; consent of the medical personnel involved to being videoed was another aspect doctors say needs discussion

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Wearable cameras allow AI to detect medication errors

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

A team of researchers says it has developed the first wearable camera system that, with the help of artificial intelligence, detects potential errors in medication delivery. In a test, the video system recognized and identified, with high proficiency, which medications were being drawn in busy clinical settings. The AI achieved 99.6% sensitivity and 98.8% specificity at detecting vial-swap errors.

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Sexual harassment rampant in Maharashtra medical colleges, finds survey

The Hindu

The survey also found that a majority of students believed that reporting these events could negatively affect their grades and future prospects; it highlighted the need for better safety mechanisms on campus

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Here’s what we all should learn from that scary tampon study

Association of Health Care Journalists

The Food and Drug Administration announced last month that it has commissioned an investigation into the ingredients in tampons after a small study in July identified the presence of heavy metals in multiple brands. When it was first published, the study caused quite a stir, with (far too many) stories and sensational headlines and a smaller number putting the study in context.

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Rapid assessment of pulse polio campaign shows high vaccine coverage, highlights gaps in Chennai

The Hindu

Chennai accounted for nearly 21% of the non-vaccinated children, highlighting the gaps in an urban area and the need for targeted community outreach

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Geometric mechanics shape the dog's nose

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

The noses of many mammals, such as dogs, ferrets and cows, feature grooves forming a multitude of polygons. A team has analyzed in detail how these patterns form in the embryo using 3D imaging techniques and computer simulations. The researchers discovered that differential growth of the skin tissue layers leads to the formation of domes, which are mechanically supported by the underlying blood vessels.

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FDA approval for Cobenfy casts light on schizophrenia’s wickedness

The Hindu

FDA-approved Cobenfy offers a novel treatment for schizophrenia, targeting cholinergic receptors instead of dopamine, with potential side-effects.

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AI Reduces Pedestrian Collisions With Smart Crosswalks

Smart Data Collective

Smart crosswalks are one of the latest examples of the ways that AI is making us safer.

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Combining large datasets to improve mental health research

Science Daily - Public Health

More than half of the risk for mental disorders can be attributed to environmental factors such as socioeconomic status, urbanicity, pollution, and climate. Scientists are trying to characterize the impact of these factors on mental health and develop new ways to reduce the burden. This requires collecting and combining large datasets of different types.

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RAG – The Newest Advance in AI Is All About Context

Smart Data Collective

RAG is a great new breakthrough in AI that is changing the future of contextual data management.

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How to Fix Your Heart Naturally with Saturated Fat and Cholesterol

Mercola

Contrary to popular belief, cholesterol is not the enemy. In fact, it's one of the most vital substances in your body. As Zoe Harcombe, Ph.D., explains in The Primal Podcast episode above, "You have no life, you have no cell form without cholesterol. It is that vital to the human body and that is not up for debate." 1 Every cell in your body requires cholesterol to function properly.

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How Leaders Can Unlock AI’s Full Potential for Business Success

Smart Data Collective

These guidelines will play an important role in helping businesses thrive with AI.

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Expanding access to weight-loss drugs could save thousands of lives a year

Science Daily - Public Health

Expanding access to new, highly effective weight-loss medications could prevent more than 40,000 deaths a year in the United States, according to a study. The findings highlight the critical need to remove existing barriers that are hindering people's access to effective weight loss treatments and impeding public health efforts to address the national obesity crisis, the researchers said.

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Giving Non-Advice: Fostering Independence and Resilience in Social Work Clients

The New Social Worker

Excessive advice-giving doesn’t belong in the therapy room. As a new social worker, you will need to resist the temptation a dozen times a day to pack clients full of your fresh therapy knowledge.

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Caring for a Child With Eczema: Practical Tips for Parents

Black Health Matters

Atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema, affects millions of children worldwide. As a parent, managing your child’s eczema can be an emotional and physical challenge, filled with countless questions. Eczema parent and National Eczema Association (NEA) ambassador Aisha Bryant shared, “As her mother who carried her for nine months, I blamed myself for not being able to protect her from it, and my husband blamed himself for her inheriting the condition that plagued his youth.

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The Neuroprotective Benefits of Berberine

Mercola

With the rising prevalence of conditions like Alzheimer’s, finding effective ways to protect your brain health is more important than ever. Current treatments for neurodegenerative disorders often fall short, leaving patients and their families desperate for better options. That’s where berberine comes in. A plant-derived alkaloid with neuroprotective properties, berberine shows promise in helping fight and protect against neurodegenerative diseases.

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Equine Encephalomyelitis Outbreak, Uruguay, 2023–2024

Preventing Chronic Disease

Equine Encephalomyelitis Outbreak, Uruguay, 2023–2024

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Resurgence of congenital syphilis signals ‘urgent need’ for testing, treatment

HEALTHBEAT

Public health, explained: Sign up to receive Healthbeat’s free New York City newsletter here. Public health officials in New York are urgently promoting syphilis testing and treatment, alarmed that a preventable sexually transmitted infection once close to eradication has returned. They are especially concerned about a resurgence of congenital syphilis, which is passed from a pregnant person to a baby.

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Call for 2025 AMCHP Annual Award Nominations is Open Through December 16

Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

The Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs (AMCHP) is excited to announce that we are accepting nominations for the 2025 AMCHP Annual Awards! The awards will be presented at the AMCHP Annual Conference , held in person only from March 15-18, 2025, in Washington, DC. 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.

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Introducing the Mercola Health Coach App

Mercola

There’s a new era of health and wellness coming, and I am thrilled to have you onboard this journey. I’ve always been passionate about taking solutions into your own hands, and I always encourage everyone in the Mercola community to Take Control of Their Health. But to do so, you need to have the right tools on hand. Without proper guidance and support, it can be challenging to make smart choices to steer your health in the right direction.

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APHA announces 2024 Student Champions for Climate Justice award winners

Public Health Newswire

Five student groups awarded grants in APHA program

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Lou Guillette Jr. Memorial Symposium

Environmental Health News

On March 14-15, 2025, HEEDS is hosting the Lou Guillette Jr. Memorial Symposium on endocrine disrupting science at the University of Florida. It will celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Guillette, gather together his trainees and colleagues, and focus on the research topics that Lou made famous. Information here.

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How Southern Nevada is Bringing More to the Table: Using PHIG to Increase Access to Fruits & Veggies

PHIG Partners

Find out how the Southern Nevada Health District is making it easier for their community members to put more fruits and veggies on the table! Dr. Todd Nicholson, Workforce Director of the Southern Nevada Health District, shares how his agency used Public Health Infrastructure Grant funding to expand their Double Up Food Bucks program, which allows SNAP users to receive extra funding for fruits and vegetables.

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Navigating the Public Health Data Landscape with Data Governance, Literacy, and Equity

Region IV Public Health Training Center

In today’s rapidly evolving public health environment, building a strong foundation in data governance, literacy, and equity is essential for creating a data-driven and equitable public health system. This webinar explores how these foundational components can empower public health organizations to better serve communities and address health disparities.

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Apple Watches Can Predict When You’ll Get Sick, Users Say. Can a Health Tracker Really Do That?

Washington University in St. Louis - Institute for

Thomas M. Maddox, MD, professor of medicine and public health faculty scholar, weighs in on whether or not your Apple Watch—or any wearable – has the ability to predict and warn you of future illness.

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Why Black Patients in Pain Are Overlooked

Black Health Matters

In an Advil study about pain experiences, 74% of Black people said there is bias in how their pain is diagnosed and treated. Quána Madison has had more than her share of medical issues over the last decade. After learning in 2015 that she was at high risk for developing several aggressive forms of cancer, Madison underwent a hysterectomy, double mastectomies, and an oophorectomy to remove her ovaries, all so she could live a healthy, long, normal life.