First H5 Bird Flu Death Reported in United States
A person with severe avian influenza A(H5N1) illness ("H5N1 bird flu") has passed away.
Cdc.gov (www.cdc.gov)
• Published 17 days ago
HMPV: What to know about China's human metapneumovirus cases
Pictures from China, where cases of the virus are surging, have people worried on social media.
BBC News (www.bbc.com)
• Published 17 days ago
Are Some Ultra-Processed Foods OK? New Study Has Answers
Researchers are digging into exactly what can make packaged food unhealthy
The Wall Street Journal (www.wsj.com)
• Published 16 days ago
Help! I Moved to a New Country. Somehow My Mom Still Found Me.
She can't pull another stunt like this.
Slate Magazine (slate.com)
• Published 16 days ago
COVID Rates Are Up in What Experts Are Calling a “Silent Surge” Across the US
There’s a good chance that a lot of people are going to get sick in the next couple of weeks," one expert predicted.
Truthout (truthout.org)
• Published 17 days ago
At least 14 sickened in salmonella outbreak linked to Christmas dinner at Seattle shelter
Five people were hospitalized after eating Christmas dinner at Mary Pilgrim Inn in Seattle.
KING5.com (www.king5.com)
• Published 17 days ago
Cat Food Recalls Continue As Another Popular Brand Tests Positive for Bird Flu
Throw the food out immediately!
Pethelpful.com (pethelpful.com)
• Published 17 days ago
Researchers Found A Link Between This Childhood Virus And Alzheimer's. Here's What A Neurologist Wants You To Know
A new study found a link between cytomegalovirus (CMV) and Alzheimer's disease. Here's what a neurologist wants you to know, plus how to protect yourself.
Women's Health (www.womenshealthmag.com)
• Published 17 days ago
‘I will take any excuse to get a McDonald’s Coke’: Woman says Coca-Cola makes you feel better when you have norovirus. But why McDonald’s?
TikToker Amanda (@mandadawn93) has gone viral after sharing how McDonald's Coca-Cola helped her norovirus symptoms.
The Daily Dot (www.dailydot.com)
• Published 17 days ago
Bird flu kills 200 snow geese in Pennsylvania
About 200 snow geese were found dead last week in the Allentown area — likely because of the bird flu. The dead birds were found in both Nazareth Township in Northampton County and Upper Macungie Township in Lehigh County, the Pennsylvania Game Commissi…
TribLIVE (triblive.com)
• Published 14 days ago
The Genetic Impact of Forever Chemicals on Brain Function
Researchers have found that per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) alter the expression of specific genes in brain-like cells, potentially contributing to neurotoxicity.
Neurosciencenews.com (neurosciencenews.com)
• Published 14 days ago
LDH reports first U.S. H5N1-related human death - Louisiana Department of Health
The Louisiana Department of Health protects and promotes health and ensures access to medical, preventive and rehabilitative services for all citizens of the State of Louisiana.
La.gov (ldh.la.gov)
• Published 14 days ago
Lipid Anchors Hold Key to Preventing Protein Aggregation in Prion Diseases
A lipid anchor on nerve cell membranes stabilizes prion proteins (PrPC) and prevents their pathological aggregation into forms linked to prion diseases.
Neurosciencenews.com (neurosciencenews.com)
• Published 14 days ago
Extended Paxlovid May Relieve Long Covid Symptoms
Extended courses of Paxlovid may alleviate symptoms in some patients with long Covid, though its effectiveness varies widely.
Neurosciencenews.com (neurosciencenews.com)
• Published 14 days ago
What's the best way to kill norovirus, the 'stomach bug'?
Only certain cleaners kill norovirus, a leading cause of vomiting, diarrhea and foodborne illness. Why is that?
Live Science (www.livescience.com)
• Published 14 days ago
Is Your Diet Killing Your DNA? Scientists Uncover Liver Cancer “Ticking Time Bomb”
Liver cells attempt to shut down as a defense mechanism against cancer, but this strategy is not particularly effective. Researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have provided new insights into the development of liver cancer, …
SciTechDaily (scitechdaily.com)
• Published 14 days ago
Overblown fears of HMPV cases in China reflect pandemic scars
Public health experts caution that the human metapneumovirus cases are part of the typical ebb and flow of respiratory virus seasons.
The Washington Post (www.washingtonpost.com)
• Published 14 days ago
Mouse Study Suggests Surprising Link Between Alzheimer's And Nose-Picking
A study published in 2022 revealed a tenuous but plausible link between picking your nose and increasing the risk of developing dementia.
ScienceAlert (www.sciencealert.com)
• Published 14 days ago
A heart surgeon reveals the worst foods that poison our bodies and should be avoided at all costs
In recent years, a renowned cardiac surgeon has made waves by revealing startling information about the foods that may be slowly poisoning our bodies. This eye-opening revelation has sparked a much-needed conversation about the impact of our dietary choices o…
Thinkstewartville.com (thinkstewartville.com)
• Published 14 days ago
Why The U.S. Could Be Making The Same Mistakes With Bird Flu As It Did With COVID-19
The first severe human case of bird flu was recently reported in the U.S. Here are some ways the U.S. may be repeating the same mistakes as from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Forbes (www.forbes.com)
• Published 17 days ago
