11 people in Oakland County had contact with H5N1-infected backyard flock, 2 are now sick
Two people are sick in Oakland County and nine others are being monitored after they had contact with H5N1 bird flu from an infected backyard flock.
Detroit Free Press (www.freep.com)
• Published 15 days ago
NYC Woman, 29, Battles Mystery Skin Disease that Sends Her to ER More than 20 Times: 'A Curse' (Exclusive)
"It felt like something was attacking my skin," says Chaquira Andrade
PEOPLE (people.com)
• Published 15 days ago
Why Illinois Might Be Headed For A Mask Mandate Soon
Hope you didn't throw your mask away.
B100quadcities.com (b100quadcities.com)
• Published 15 days ago
Nanoplastics found to disrupt dopamine system and social adaptation
Nanoplastics disrupt dopamine-related brain activity and social behavior in mice, with effects varying by developmental stage.
PsyPost (www.psypost.org)
• Published 15 days ago
'Red balloon' sprouts from baby's back due to birth defect
The newborn had a birth defect that left a gap in his lower spine, through which tissue pushed out and formed a giant, red, balloon-like structure.
Live Science (www.livescience.com)
• Published 15 days ago
‘Underappreciated’ berry can boost metabolism and may help burn fat, according to new study
A new study suggests a tiny, dark purple berry could be a powerful tool for boosting your metabolism and weight management.
New York Post (nypost.com)
• Published 15 days ago
Common sleeping pill may pave way for disorders like Alzheimer’s
A new study holds a warning for people who use a commonly prescribed sleep aid. It may set the stage for disorders like Alzheimer's.
Futurity: Research News (www.futurity.org)
• Published 15 days ago
'Quad-demic' to blame for overflowing emergency rooms
M Health Fairview said its hospitals are crowding due to what it called a "quad-demic," an influx of influenza, RSV, COVID-19 and norovirus cases.
KARE11.com (www.kare11.com)
• Published 15 days ago
More good news about DoxyPEP
A new study tracked thousands of gay men taking PrEP and DoxyPEP. A new study tracked thousands of gay men taking PrEP and DoxyPEP.
Queerty.com (www.queerty.com)
• Published 16 days ago
'Toxic' Semen Could Turn Mosquito Mating Deadly to Curb Disease Spread
Genetically engineered mosquitoes with toxic semen could be a new weapon against tropical disease, Australian scientists said after trialling the novel pest control method.
ScienceAlert (www.sciencealert.com)
• Published 15 days ago
Very Contagious Disease Sees Over 760% Increase In Florida
It's the time of year when you hear Yeah, it's going around when everyone gets sick, but this year is seeing some issues we haven't seen in over a decade.
97x.com (97x.com)
• Published 15 days ago
China discovers cluster of new mpox strain
Chinese health authorities said on Thursday they had detected the new mutated mpox strain clade Ib as the viral infection spreads to more countries after the World Health Organization declared a global public health emergency last year.
Reuters (www.reuters.com)
• Published 15 days ago
Respiratory virus infections on the rise
Respiratory illnesses are on the rise in Webster County and throughout Iowa. “We’re seeing an uptick in all respiratory illnesses, ranging from the common cold to COVID-19, flu, and RSV,” said Shannon Fecher, an advanced registered nurse practitioner at Unity…
Messengernews.net (www.messengernews.net)
• Published 15 days ago
Want to start a fight among virus experts? Ask about HIV’s new name
HIV is now "Lentivirus humimdef1" by another name. Virus researchers are not happy.
STAT (www.statnews.com)
• Published 15 days ago
Scientists believe they have uncovered major cause of specific cancer that has cases rising among young people
Researchers at the University of California 'suspect' they have found a major cause of this type of cancer.
LADbible (www.ladbible.com)
• Published 15 days ago
Nearly 14,000 Americans Have Been Infected With New Respiratory Virus HMPV, CDC Reports
Plus, seven common symptoms to look out for.
Best Life (bestlifeonline.com)
• Published 15 days ago
The #1 Habit to Start Now to Lower Your Cholesterol, According to a Dietitian
Adding more soluble fiber to your diet can help lower cholesterol, improve heart health and support weight management. Here’s how to get started.
Eatingwell.com (www.eatingwell.com)
• Published 15 days ago
'A sea change': Surgeon general's alcohol warning could transform SF bars
Bars like San Francisco's Trick Dog and ABV and nonalcoholic spots like Ocean Beach Cafe react to the surgeon general's advisory.
SFGate (www.sfgate.com)
• Published 15 days ago
Winter pressure causing strain as bad as pandemic, NHS bosses say
More than 5,400 patients a day are in hospital with flu, as delays in A&E and for ambulances mount.
BBC News (www.bbc.com)
• Published 15 days ago
Youthful Brain Stem Cells Linked to Autism and Brain Cancer
Researchers have identified a unique stem cell in the young brain capable of maturing into multiple cell types, potentially explaining the origins of autism and glioblastoma.
Neurosciencenews.com (neurosciencenews.com)
• Published 15 days ago