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West Nile mosquito spraying set for Brooklyn and Queens amid virus concerns

City government to spray mosquitoes in Brooklyn and Queens starting Sept. 10 to combat West Nile virus.

Opinion | What R.F.K. Jr. Might Do on Vaccines

Vaccines are essential for public health, having eradicated smallpox and reduced other disease outbreaks, but skepticism threatens this progress.

Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus 2024: symptoms, map, update on rare mosquito bite disease

Eastern Equine Encephalitis poses serious health risks from mosquito transmission, with high mortality rates among infected humans.

What is gene drive and how could it help in the fight against malaria?

The gene drive technology could potentially help control mosquito populations and reduce disease transmission.

Here's what you can do to protect yourself from mosquito borne viruses

Mosquito-borne illnesses are increasing in the U.S., with concerns over West Nile virus and other diseases like malaria, Zika, and dengue.

Experts urge 'everyone' to test for HIV after cases rise in South West England

Regular HIV testing is essential for everyone, especially given the significant increase in cases in South West England.

West Nile mosquito spraying set for Brooklyn and Queens amid virus concerns

City government to spray mosquitoes in Brooklyn and Queens starting Sept. 10 to combat West Nile virus.

Opinion | What R.F.K. Jr. Might Do on Vaccines

Vaccines are essential for public health, having eradicated smallpox and reduced other disease outbreaks, but skepticism threatens this progress.

Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus 2024: symptoms, map, update on rare mosquito bite disease

Eastern Equine Encephalitis poses serious health risks from mosquito transmission, with high mortality rates among infected humans.

What is gene drive and how could it help in the fight against malaria?

The gene drive technology could potentially help control mosquito populations and reduce disease transmission.

Here's what you can do to protect yourself from mosquito borne viruses

Mosquito-borne illnesses are increasing in the U.S., with concerns over West Nile virus and other diseases like malaria, Zika, and dengue.

Experts urge 'everyone' to test for HIV after cases rise in South West England

Regular HIV testing is essential for everyone, especially given the significant increase in cases in South West England.
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Should Pleasanton birdwatchers take down their feeders to avoid avian flu?

Feeding birds can pose a risk of avian flu transmission to humans, primarily through droppings.

Novel way to beat dengue: Deaf mosquitoes stop having sex

A novel approach to reduce mosquito populations by genetically altering males to be deaf, preventing them from mating with females.

Did AI Solve the Protein-Folding Problem?

Understanding protein structure helps in diagnosing and treating various diseases.
X-ray crystallography was pivotal in revealing protein shapes.
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Some foods are medicine, some poison. Know which is which to improve your health

Diet significantly influences health outcomes, with poor food quality contributing to diseases like cancer and depression.
Processed foods are major contributors to the health crisis in the U.S.
Increased awareness about foods as both preventative medicine and potential poisons is essential.

How Many Steps Do You Really Need? That's the Wrong Question.

Walking can help combat diseases even with as few as 2,200 steps, but up to 9,000 steps is more effective.
The quality of steps taken is as important as the quantity, focusing on speed and intensity is crucial beyond a certain point.

Some foods are medicine, some poison. Know which is which to improve your health

Diet significantly influences health outcomes, with poor food quality contributing to diseases like cancer and depression.
Processed foods are major contributors to the health crisis in the U.S.
Increased awareness about foods as both preventative medicine and potential poisons is essential.

How Many Steps Do You Really Need? That's the Wrong Question.

Walking can help combat diseases even with as few as 2,200 steps, but up to 9,000 steps is more effective.
The quality of steps taken is as important as the quantity, focusing on speed and intensity is crucial beyond a certain point.
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Marburg is an especially scary virus. How scared should we be of Rwanda's outbreak?

Seek immediate medical attention if experiencing Marburg symptoms; do not panic if healthy.
Rwanda faces its first Marburg outbreak with quick case identification and a high-risk assessment. Experts express concern over the situation.

Human infections from rat urine on the rise in New York City

Cases of human leptospirosis linked to rat urine are rising in New York City, with 24 cases in 2023 and six in the first quarter of 2024.

Marburg is an especially scary virus. How scared should we be of Rwanda's outbreak?

Seek immediate medical attention if experiencing Marburg symptoms; do not panic if healthy.
Rwanda faces its first Marburg outbreak with quick case identification and a high-risk assessment. Experts express concern over the situation.

Human infections from rat urine on the rise in New York City

Cases of human leptospirosis linked to rat urine are rising in New York City, with 24 cases in 2023 and six in the first quarter of 2024.
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'Weekend warrior' physical activity may help protect against more than 200 diseases

Weekend warrior exercise patterns can effectively lower disease risks, comparable to more evenly distributed exercise throughout the week.

Weekend warriors can cut risk of 264 diseases - Harvard Gazette

Weekend warrior routines are as effective as regular weekly exercise in reducing disease risk.
Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity provides health benefits regardless of exercise frequency.

'Weekend warrior' physical activity may help protect against more than 200 diseases

Weekend warrior exercise patterns can effectively lower disease risks, comparable to more evenly distributed exercise throughout the week.

Weekend warriors can cut risk of 264 diseases - Harvard Gazette

Weekend warrior routines are as effective as regular weekly exercise in reducing disease risk.
Moderate-to-vigorous physical activity provides health benefits regardless of exercise frequency.
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Weekend warrior' workouts may be as effective as daily exercise, study shows

Cramming physical exercise into weekend sessions yields significant health benefits, matching those of regular, daily activities regarding disease risk reduction.

Fight Back Against Free Radicals: Expert advice to prevent skin damage

Free radicals, when not neutralized, can lead to severe health issues, making antioxidant intake crucial.

The most dangerous mosquito-borne diseases DW 08/19/2024

Mosquitoes are significant disease transmitters, with prevention techniques being crucial for combating mosquito-borne diseases.

4 Items to Avoid for a Healthy Gut

The health of your gut is crucial for overall health, impacting the immune system, brain function, and risk factors for various diseases.

A new pill cures preschoolers of a parasitic worm. Delivering it could be a challenge

Schistosomiasis, caused by a microscopic worm, is prevalent in Africa and can lead to severe health complications if left untreated, affecting learning ability.
The development of a new pill to treat schistosomiasis in preschoolers is a significant advancement in combating the disease.

Potential inhibitory effect of highland barley protein hydrolysates on the formation of advanced glycation end-products (AGEs): A mechanism study.

This website does not provide medical advice or treatment suggestions, recommends consulting a healthcare professional before starting any treatment.

Anti-atherogenic role of green tea (Camellia sinensis) in South Indian smokers.

The website provides information for educational purposes only, not medical advice.

Caffeic acid phenethyl ester suppresses the expression of androgen receptor variant 7 via inhibition of CDK1 and AKT.

This website does not diagnose, treat, or prevent diseases; advises consulting healthcare professionals before starting any treatment.

Give children better sex education to fight views distorted by cyberspace, says top headteacher

Children are learning about consent, sexual violence, and diseases online, leading to a distorted view of sex.
Lack of consistent sex education in schools due to absence of detailed guidance from the Department for Education.

Addressing the Limits of Women's Health Research in the United States - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Women face disparities in health conditions; heart disease and lung cancer affect women significantly.
Research initiatives like the White House Initiative on Women's Health aim to address disparities in disease prevention and treatment.

There Are Already More Measles Cases in the US This Year Than All of 2023

Vaccination rates slipping, measles cases rising
Importance of measles vaccination emphasized by CDC and AMA

The Importance of Exercising Daily - Social Media Explorer

Regular exercise boosts brain activity and can help improve mental health.
Exercise can strengthen the immune system, aiding in disease prevention and promoting a better quality of life.

Yoga as a complementary therapy for cancer patients: from clinical observations to biochemical mechanisms.

The website provides information for educational purposes but does not diagnose, treat, or prevent diseases.

Padina Minor Extract Confers Resistance against Candida Albicans Infection: Evaluation in a Zebrafish Model.

The article emphasizes the importance of consulting a licensed healthcare professional before starting any treatment.

What drives mosquitoes' bloodlust? Their hormones

One hormone boosts, the other suppresses mosquitoes' blood craving.
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