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Men with higher-quality sperm live longer, study finds

Higher-quality sperm is linked to longer life expectancy in men.

Studies Show How Pesticides May Lead to Brain Cancer

Pesticides may disrupt brain cell communication and promote cancer by overwhelming cellular defenses.

Surprising New Research Links Infant Mortality to Crashing Bat Populations

Increased pesticide use due to bat population decline correlates with higher infant mortality rates, highlighting environmental health risks.

Studies Show How Pesticides May Lead to Brain Cancer

Pesticides may disrupt brain cell communication and promote cancer by overwhelming cellular defenses.

Surprising New Research Links Infant Mortality to Crashing Bat Populations

Increased pesticide use due to bat population decline correlates with higher infant mortality rates, highlighting environmental health risks.

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#zoonotic-diseases

Unknown Illness Kills Dozens in Congo as Experts Clash on Cause

The recent outbreak in Congo is likely due to poisoning, not malaria, according to WHO officials.

Beware of the bat': how a mine in Kigali became the focus of Marburg virus research

The Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda originated from a bat colony in a tin mine, leading to significant public health responses.

A single mutation in avian influenza in cows could enable human-to-human transmission

H5N1 bird flu has been detected in 282 U.S. dairy herds, raising concerns about potential mutations that could enable human infection.

Congo mystery disease: Symptoms, WHO response, and what we know about the deadly illness spreading in the DRC

The mystery illness in DRC has killed many and remains unidentified, posing significant public health challenges.

Unknown Illness Kills Dozens in Congo as Experts Clash on Cause

The recent outbreak in Congo is likely due to poisoning, not malaria, according to WHO officials.

Beware of the bat': how a mine in Kigali became the focus of Marburg virus research

The Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda originated from a bat colony in a tin mine, leading to significant public health responses.

A single mutation in avian influenza in cows could enable human-to-human transmission

H5N1 bird flu has been detected in 282 U.S. dairy herds, raising concerns about potential mutations that could enable human infection.

Congo mystery disease: Symptoms, WHO response, and what we know about the deadly illness spreading in the DRC

The mystery illness in DRC has killed many and remains unidentified, posing significant public health challenges.

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#public-health

U.S. facing worst flu season since 2009, experts say

This flu season is classified as high severity, surpassing COVID-19 in hospitalizations, particularly affecting high-risk groups and children.

Hospitalizations and deaths from the flu are at alarming rates, raising concerns about public health measures and vaccination efficacy.

As the Texas outbreak grows, how contagious is measles, really?

Measles is extremely contagious, with R naught between 12-18; low vaccination rates increase infection risk.

Climate change plays a role in global rise of dengue fever

Climate change significantly contributes to rising dengue fever cases globally, with urgent action needed to minimize future risks.

Coloniser' microbes to superbugs: How antibiotic resistance behaves

Antimicrobial resistance could revert us to a pre-antibiotic era, posing threats to global health.

Dr. Sylvia Omulo's research on harmless microbes offers insights for combating AMR.

Worst U.S. whooping cough outbreak in a decade has infected thousands

Whooping cough is spreading rapidly, with experts fearing worsening outbreaks due to school return and delayed vaccinations.

Insect-borne illnesses rise around the world

Global warming is expanding the habitats of mosquitoes and ticks, increasing the spread of diseases like dengue fever, EEE, and Lyme disease.

U.S. facing worst flu season since 2009, experts say

This flu season is classified as high severity, surpassing COVID-19 in hospitalizations, particularly affecting high-risk groups and children.

Hospitalizations and deaths from the flu are at alarming rates, raising concerns about public health measures and vaccination efficacy.

As the Texas outbreak grows, how contagious is measles, really?

Measles is extremely contagious, with R naught between 12-18; low vaccination rates increase infection risk.

Climate change plays a role in global rise of dengue fever

Climate change significantly contributes to rising dengue fever cases globally, with urgent action needed to minimize future risks.

Coloniser' microbes to superbugs: How antibiotic resistance behaves

Antimicrobial resistance could revert us to a pre-antibiotic era, posing threats to global health.

Dr. Sylvia Omulo's research on harmless microbes offers insights for combating AMR.

Worst U.S. whooping cough outbreak in a decade has infected thousands

Whooping cough is spreading rapidly, with experts fearing worsening outbreaks due to school return and delayed vaccinations.

Insect-borne illnesses rise around the world

Global warming is expanding the habitats of mosquitoes and ticks, increasing the spread of diseases like dengue fever, EEE, and Lyme disease.

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#marburg-virus

Suspected outbreak of deadly Marburg virus disease kills eight in Tanzania

A Marburg virus disease outbreak in Tanzania is serious, with a high risk of spreading to neighboring countries.

It has a high death rate of 89%, highlighting its severity.

What to Know About the Marburg Virus Disease Outbreak

Rwanda is experiencing its first Marburg virus outbreak with 36 cases and 11 deaths reported this year.

Suspected outbreak of deadly Marburg virus disease kills eight in Tanzania

A Marburg virus disease outbreak in Tanzania is serious, with a high risk of spreading to neighboring countries.

It has a high death rate of 89%, highlighting its severity.

What to Know About the Marburg Virus Disease Outbreak

Rwanda is experiencing its first Marburg virus outbreak with 36 cases and 11 deaths reported this year.

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#dementia

Two in Five Americans Are at Lifetime Risk of Dementia after Age 55, Researchers Warn

A significant rise in dementia diagnoses is expected, potentially reaching one million new cases yearly by 2060.

1 million U.S. adults will develop dementia each year by 2060, study says

By 2060, 1 million U.S. adults may develop dementia annually, significantly impacting public health due to an aging population.

Two in Five Americans Are at Lifetime Risk of Dementia after Age 55, Researchers Warn

A significant rise in dementia diagnoses is expected, potentially reaching one million new cases yearly by 2060.

1 million U.S. adults will develop dementia each year by 2060, study says

By 2060, 1 million U.S. adults may develop dementia annually, significantly impacting public health due to an aging population.

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#animal-health

With avian flu now in 34 California dairy herds, health experts watch closely

California’s dairy industry faces a surge in H5N1 bird flu infections, leading to quarantines and increased biosecurity measures despite the low human risk.

German authorities move to contain foot-and-mouth disease DW 01/11/2025

Germany has reported its first foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in 35 years, leading to significant containment measures in Brandenburg.

With avian flu now in 34 California dairy herds, health experts watch closely

California’s dairy industry faces a surge in H5N1 bird flu infections, leading to quarantines and increased biosecurity measures despite the low human risk.

German authorities move to contain foot-and-mouth disease DW 01/11/2025

Germany has reported its first foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in 35 years, leading to significant containment measures in Brandenburg.

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Author Correction: Common and rare variant associations with clonal haematopoiesis phenotypes

The article corrects information about the availability of genetic data for research purposes.

#bird-flu

Why hasn't deadly bird flu reached Australia yet?

Oceania remains free of H5N1 due to geographic isolation and unique ecology.

England hit with the most serious outbreak of bird flu - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

England is facing a severe bird flu outbreak with infected pheasants, raising urgent health concerns.

Pandemic Experts Are Worried About Bird Flu - Here's Why

Farm workers are at high risk for bird flu infections, but severe illness is currently rare among them.

Why hasn't deadly bird flu reached Australia yet?

Oceania remains free of H5N1 due to geographic isolation and unique ecology.

England hit with the most serious outbreak of bird flu - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

England is facing a severe bird flu outbreak with infected pheasants, raising urgent health concerns.

Pandemic Experts Are Worried About Bird Flu - Here's Why

Farm workers are at high risk for bird flu infections, but severe illness is currently rare among them.

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#conan-obrien

Conan O'Brien's Parents Die 3 Days Apart

Conan O'Brien's parents, both accomplished professionals, passed away within days, leaving a legacy of inspiration and achievement.

Conan O'Brien's parents pass away days apart

Conan O'Brien's parents, both accomplished in their fields, passed away days apart, reflecting significant personal and professional legacies.

Conan O'Brien's Parents Die 3 Days Apart

Conan O'Brien's parents, both accomplished professionals, passed away within days, leaving a legacy of inspiration and achievement.

Conan O'Brien's parents pass away days apart

Conan O'Brien's parents, both accomplished in their fields, passed away days apart, reflecting significant personal and professional legacies.

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#congo

Mysterious Disease Outbreak Has Already Killed Dozens

The mysterious illness in the DRC has led to significant deaths, especially among women and children, and remains a public health concern.

Mystery flu-like disease in Congo kills dozens, puts authorities "on general alert" as cases investigated

Congo is on alert due to a deadly mystery flu-like disease that has claimed 71 lives, primarily affecting children.

Mysterious Disease Outbreak Has Already Killed Dozens

The mysterious illness in the DRC has led to significant deaths, especially among women and children, and remains a public health concern.

Mystery flu-like disease in Congo kills dozens, puts authorities "on general alert" as cases investigated

Congo is on alert due to a deadly mystery flu-like disease that has claimed 71 lives, primarily affecting children.

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Health officials grapple with deadly mystery 'Disease X' in Congo

The mysterious disease, dubbed "Disease X," is impacting the Democratic Republic of Congo with a high mortality rate, particularly among children and malnourished individuals.

#global-health

'Highly evolved' polio strain may have leaked from Chinese lab: study

A new study suggests a strain of polio may have originated from a Wuhan lab, raising concerns about virology research safety.

Global diabetes rate has doubled in last 30 years: study DW 11/14/2024

The global prevalence of diabetes has doubled in 30 years, with 800 million adults affected, primarily in developing countries.

Type 2 diabetes: Why people from South Asia are more at risk DW 11/26/2024

The prevalence of type 2 diabetes is highest among South Asian populations, increasing significantly from 1990 to 2022.

'Highly evolved' polio strain may have leaked from Chinese lab: study

A new study suggests a strain of polio may have originated from a Wuhan lab, raising concerns about virology research safety.

Global diabetes rate has doubled in last 30 years: study DW 11/14/2024

The global prevalence of diabetes has doubled in 30 years, with 800 million adults affected, primarily in developing countries.

Type 2 diabetes: Why people from South Asia are more at risk DW 11/26/2024

The prevalence of type 2 diabetes is highest among South Asian populations, increasing significantly from 1990 to 2022.

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Misinformation Really Does Spread like a Virus, Epidemiology Shows

Misinformation significantly impacts public perception and election integrity, paralleling the spread of viruses in its dynamics.

#bowel-cancer

More Millennials and Gen Xers are getting colorectal cancer. Even young adults should watch for these 7 symptoms

Obesity and alcohol consumption are major factors contributing to increased bowel cancer deaths among young adults.

Early morning and evening activity could reduce bowel cancer risk by 11%'

Increased morning and evening activity may reduce bowel cancer risk by 11%, suggesting timing plays a crucial role in prevention.

More Millennials and Gen Xers are getting colorectal cancer. Even young adults should watch for these 7 symptoms

Obesity and alcohol consumption are major factors contributing to increased bowel cancer deaths among young adults.

Early morning and evening activity could reduce bowel cancer risk by 11%'

Increased morning and evening activity may reduce bowel cancer risk by 11%, suggesting timing plays a crucial role in prevention.

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What is Pink Cocaine'?

Pink cocaine is a dangerous club drug widely popular in the U.S., misleadingly named and primarily made of various stimulants and depressants.

#health-risks

Experts issue health warning to anyone who uses a standing desk

Standing desks may not reduce health risks associated with prolonged inactivity and could increase the risk of certain conditions.

6 Things to Eat to Reduce Your Cancer Risk

Healthy lifestyle changes can prevent about 40% of cancers, emphasizing the importance of diet in cancer risk reduction.

Experts issue health warning to anyone who uses a standing desk

Standing desks may not reduce health risks associated with prolonged inactivity and could increase the risk of certain conditions.

6 Things to Eat to Reduce Your Cancer Risk

Healthy lifestyle changes can prevent about 40% of cancers, emphasizing the importance of diet in cancer risk reduction.

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A Little-Known Infectious Disease Is Quietly Spreading Across the Southwestern U.S

Weather changes in the southwestern U.S. are linked to rising valley fever cases, highlighting the impact of climate on infectious disease prevalence.

Revenge of the Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell review the superspreader returns

Malcolm Gladwell's The Tipping Point remains culturally significant, illustrating how ideas and products spread like epidemics.

Daily Briefing: Drugs like Ozempic seem to help everything from Alzheimer's to infertility. But how?

Establishing an accurate death toll in Gaza is challenging due to population displacement, unreported deaths, and unreliable data sources.

The unknowns surrounding the mysterious rise of cancer in young adults

The rise of cancer in young adults is alarming, with nearly 80% increase in tumors under 50 years in the last 30 years.

How Common is Recovery in Bipolar Disorder?

Bipolar disorder affects about 2% of the population, with 44% experiencing symptom remission and only 23% achieving complete mental health.

Overdiagnosis of prostate cancer has led to unnecessary treatments, research shows

Increased PSA testing has led to overdiagnosis of prostate cancer, causing unnecessary treatment and lifestyle impacts.

Racism Could Be Aging People of Color Faster

Accelerated aging is prevalent in people of color and minoritized groups, highlighting the effects of racism on health.

An even more contagious COVID strain is 'just getting started' amid California wave

The emergence of the XEC variant signals potential future waves of COVID-19 in the U.S. and worldwide.

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Men with higher-quality sperm live longer, study finds

Studies Show How Pesticides May Lead to Brain Cancer

Surprising New Research Links Infant Mortality to Crashing Bat Populations

Studies Show How Pesticides May Lead to Brain Cancer

Surprising New Research Links Infant Mortality to Crashing Bat Populations

Unknown Illness Kills Dozens in Congo as Experts Clash on Cause

Beware of the bat': how a mine in Kigali became the focus of Marburg virus research

A single mutation in avian influenza in cows could enable human-to-human transmission

Congo mystery disease: Symptoms, WHO response, and what we know about the deadly illness spreading in the DRC

Unknown Illness Kills Dozens in Congo as Experts Clash on Cause

Beware of the bat': how a mine in Kigali became the focus of Marburg virus research

A single mutation in avian influenza in cows could enable human-to-human transmission

Congo mystery disease: Symptoms, WHO response, and what we know about the deadly illness spreading in the DRC

U.S. facing worst flu season since 2009, experts say

As the Texas outbreak grows, how contagious is measles, really?

Climate change plays a role in global rise of dengue fever

Coloniser' microbes to superbugs: How antibiotic resistance behaves

Worst U.S. whooping cough outbreak in a decade has infected thousands

Insect-borne illnesses rise around the world

U.S. facing worst flu season since 2009, experts say

As the Texas outbreak grows, how contagious is measles, really?

Climate change plays a role in global rise of dengue fever

Coloniser' microbes to superbugs: How antibiotic resistance behaves

Worst U.S. whooping cough outbreak in a decade has infected thousands

Insect-borne illnesses rise around the world

Suspected outbreak of deadly Marburg virus disease kills eight in Tanzania

What to Know About the Marburg Virus Disease Outbreak

Suspected outbreak of deadly Marburg virus disease kills eight in Tanzania

What to Know About the Marburg Virus Disease Outbreak

Two in Five Americans Are at Lifetime Risk of Dementia after Age 55, Researchers Warn

1 million U.S. adults will develop dementia each year by 2060, study says

Two in Five Americans Are at Lifetime Risk of Dementia after Age 55, Researchers Warn

1 million U.S. adults will develop dementia each year by 2060, study says

With avian flu now in 34 California dairy herds, health experts watch closely

German authorities move to contain foot-and-mouth disease DW 01/11/2025

With avian flu now in 34 California dairy herds, health experts watch closely

German authorities move to contain foot-and-mouth disease DW 01/11/2025

Author Correction: Common and rare variant associations with clonal haematopoiesis phenotypes

Why hasn't deadly bird flu reached Australia yet?

England hit with the most serious outbreak of bird flu - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Pandemic Experts Are Worried About Bird Flu - Here's Why

Why hasn't deadly bird flu reached Australia yet?

England hit with the most serious outbreak of bird flu - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Pandemic Experts Are Worried About Bird Flu - Here's Why

Conan O'Brien's Parents Die 3 Days Apart

Conan O'Brien's parents pass away days apart

Conan O'Brien's Parents Die 3 Days Apart

Conan O'Brien's parents pass away days apart

Mysterious Disease Outbreak Has Already Killed Dozens

Mystery flu-like disease in Congo kills dozens, puts authorities "on general alert" as cases investigated

Mysterious Disease Outbreak Has Already Killed Dozens

Mystery flu-like disease in Congo kills dozens, puts authorities "on general alert" as cases investigated

Health officials grapple with deadly mystery 'Disease X' in Congo

'Highly evolved' polio strain may have leaked from Chinese lab: study

Global diabetes rate has doubled in last 30 years: study DW 11/14/2024

Type 2 diabetes: Why people from South Asia are more at risk DW 11/26/2024

'Highly evolved' polio strain may have leaked from Chinese lab: study

Global diabetes rate has doubled in last 30 years: study DW 11/14/2024

Type 2 diabetes: Why people from South Asia are more at risk DW 11/26/2024

Misinformation Really Does Spread like a Virus, Epidemiology Shows

More Millennials and Gen Xers are getting colorectal cancer. Even young adults should watch for these 7 symptoms

Early morning and evening activity could reduce bowel cancer risk by 11%'

More Millennials and Gen Xers are getting colorectal cancer. Even young adults should watch for these 7 symptoms

Early morning and evening activity could reduce bowel cancer risk by 11%'

What is Pink Cocaine'?

Experts issue health warning to anyone who uses a standing desk

6 Things to Eat to Reduce Your Cancer Risk

Experts issue health warning to anyone who uses a standing desk

6 Things to Eat to Reduce Your Cancer Risk

A Little-Known Infectious Disease Is Quietly Spreading Across the Southwestern U.S

Revenge of the Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell review the superspreader returns

Daily Briefing: Drugs like Ozempic seem to help everything from Alzheimer's to infertility. But how?

The unknowns surrounding the mysterious rise of cancer in young adults

How Common is Recovery in Bipolar Disorder?

Overdiagnosis of prostate cancer has led to unnecessary treatments, research shows

Racism Could Be Aging People of Color Faster

An even more contagious COVID strain is 'just getting started' amid California wave

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