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Elton John shares devastating health update: 'It floored me'

Elton John has lost sight in one eye due to infection but remains optimistic and grateful for his life.
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Study Explores How Infections Can Increase Your Risk of Dementia

Infections like influenza may increase dementia risk decades later due to inflammatory responses affecting brain health.
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Superbugs could kill 39 million people by 2050. Here's what Canadian survivors, doctors say should change | CBC News

Sepsis and antimicrobial resistance represent a significant public health crisis, underscoring the urgency for systemic change in how infections are managed.

What parents need to know as whooping cough cases surge

Whooping cough cases are rising significantly, and high-risk groups include infants and the immunocompromised.
Awareness of symptoms and early treatment is essential for effective management.

Can Your Cat Give You the Plague?

A resident in Deschutes County, Oregon was diagnosed with the plague, most likely contracted from their pet cat.
The plague is still circulating in certain areas of the United States, particularly in wild rodent populations in the western states.
Human cases of the plague are rare and treatable when caught early, but cat owners and veterinarians in plague-prone areas should remain vigilant.

Superbugs could kill 39 million people by 2050. Here's what Canadian survivors, doctors say should change | CBC News

Sepsis and antimicrobial resistance represent a significant public health crisis, underscoring the urgency for systemic change in how infections are managed.

What parents need to know as whooping cough cases surge

Whooping cough cases are rising significantly, and high-risk groups include infants and the immunocompromised.
Awareness of symptoms and early treatment is essential for effective management.

Can Your Cat Give You the Plague?

A resident in Deschutes County, Oregon was diagnosed with the plague, most likely contracted from their pet cat.
The plague is still circulating in certain areas of the United States, particularly in wild rodent populations in the western states.
Human cases of the plague are rare and treatable when caught early, but cat owners and veterinarians in plague-prone areas should remain vigilant.
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3 apes die from contagious bacterial infection within days of each other at Jacksonville Zoo

Three apes at Jacksonville Zoo died from a contagious bacterial infection, with shigellosis being the cause.
Veterinarians raised concerns about the source of the infection, highlighting its potential asymptomatic nature.
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Treatments for Brain-Eating' Amoebas Are on the Horizon

A case of Naegleria fowleri infection underscores the challenges and urgency in treating the deadly brain-eating amoeba.

What is parvovirus B19, the highly contagious virus the CDC alerted?

Parvovirus B19 is highly contagious, with significant transmission rates in households and schools.

Treatments for Brain-Eating' Amoebas Are on the Horizon

A case of Naegleria fowleri infection underscores the challenges and urgency in treating the deadly brain-eating amoeba.

What is parvovirus B19, the highly contagious virus the CDC alerted?

Parvovirus B19 is highly contagious, with significant transmission rates in households and schools.
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Officials issue health warning over incurable rodent disease

Officials have issued a health warning over a surge in cases of the fatal Hantavirus disease in some US states.

Here's How Quickly You Can Get Infected With The Flu After An Exposure

Flu cases and hospitalizations are currently increasing in the United States.
Symptoms of the flu typically show up within 1-5 days after being infected.

The Biggest Early Warning Signs Of A COVID-19 Infection Now

COVID cases are decreasing, but it's still important to understand the signs of infection.
The early signs of a COVID infection can include headache or fatigue.

Officials issue health warning over incurable rodent disease

Officials have issued a health warning over a surge in cases of the fatal Hantavirus disease in some US states.

Here's How Quickly You Can Get Infected With The Flu After An Exposure

Flu cases and hospitalizations are currently increasing in the United States.
Symptoms of the flu typically show up within 1-5 days after being infected.

The Biggest Early Warning Signs Of A COVID-19 Infection Now

COVID cases are decreasing, but it's still important to understand the signs of infection.
The early signs of a COVID infection can include headache or fatigue.
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Blood culture-free ultra-rapid antimicrobial susceptibility testing - Nature

Rapid initiation of targeted antimicrobial therapy is crucial for improved patient outcomes in cases of infection.

But How Does the Worm Get in Your Brain?

Brain parasites can lead to serious damage and infection, with various organisms causing different impacts.

Hong Kong monkey encounter lands man in ICU with rare, deadly virus

A 37-year-old man in Hong Kong is in critical condition after contracting a rare and deadly virus from monkeys.
The B virus, usually causing mild disease in macaques, can be severe and deadly in humans, leading to brain and nerve damage.

Dragon's Dogma 2's pawn plague is wreaking havoc in the game

Dragonsplague is spreading through pawns in Dragon's Dogma 2, causing NPCs to be killed, but the ultimate impact may not be severe.
Players need to pay attention to prevent the spread of Dragonsplague by recognizing symptoms in their pawns like coughing, discomfort, and disobedience.

What to know about Alaskapox after officials report first known fatal case

Alaskapox, a recently discovered virus, has caused its first known death in Alaska.
Six out of seven cases of Alaskapox have been mild and self-limited, with no need for medical treatment.

FDA warns of copycat eye drops that may be contaminated and ineffective

The US FDA has warned against using certain unapproved eye drops that pose a risk of infection.
The FDA advises consumers to discard these copycat products immediately and seek medical care if they have any signs or symptoms of an eye infection.
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Why deadly, invasive strep A infections are surging in Canada and beyond | CBC News

A man was hospitalized after a paper cut on his finger became infected with strep A bacteria.
The infection spread through his bloodstream and his finger turned black and swollen.

Sen. Chuck Grassley Hospitalized For Treatment Of Infection

Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has been hospitalized to treat an infection.
Grassley is expected to make a full recovery.

Why deadly, invasive strep A infections are surging in Canada and beyond | CBC News

A man was hospitalized after a paper cut on his finger became infected with strep A bacteria.
The infection spread through his bloodstream and his finger turned black and swollen.

Sen. Chuck Grassley Hospitalized For Treatment Of Infection

Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has been hospitalized to treat an infection.
Grassley is expected to make a full recovery.
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Jailed for missing a court date, he died after not being given his HIV medicine, suit says

Lesley Overfield is suing over her son's death after he was not given his HIV antiretroviral medications while in jail.
Overfield's family alleges that the jail failed to provide the medication he needed for the entire duration of his detention.

Mother's heartbreaking tribute to daughter who died after Turkey weight-loss surgery

A 20-year-old woman died after weight-loss surgery in Turkey.
The woman's small intestine was cut during the procedure, leading to an infection.

Was This Man's Weakness Related to Recent Oral Surgery?

Early recognition and treatment are crucial for elderly patients who develop sudden weakness.
Symptoms such as fatigue, diarrhea, and congestion in elderly patients should be taken seriously and promptly evaluated.
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