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'Transient' gut bacteria may affect health and guide diet choices
Scientists have identified two types of microbes in the gut using data from a year-long study of the same patients and suggest that labeling both helpful and harmful gut bacteria could make treatment easier.
Sep 20, 2024
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Wastewater monitoring can detect foodborne illness, researchers find
First used in the 1940s to monitor for polio, wastewater surveillance proved such a powerful disease monitoring tool that the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) established the National Wastewater Surveillance ...
Sep 20, 2024
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Air pollution exposure increases risk for Parkinson's disease
Higher exposure to air pollution increases the risk for Parkinson's disease (PD), according to a study published online Sept. 16 in JAMA Network Open.
Sep 20, 2024
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Arthritis can flare up in colder weather: Tips to easing the pan
An arthritis sufferer's joints start to get ornery when the weather turns colder, getting stiff and achy as the mercury drops.
Sep 20, 2024
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UK study examines stigmas against LGBTQ and people with mental health problems
A study of stigma against LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer) people in British Society has shown that there is less stigma against these groups that might be expected from social and media perceptions. ...
Sep 20, 2024
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Flavonoid consumption may reduce the risk of dementia, new study shows
New research has found that those who consume more foods rich in flavonoids, such as berries, tea, red wine and dark chocolate, could lower their risk of dementia.
Sep 19, 2024
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Vegans' intake of protein and essential amino acids is adequate but ultra-processed products are also needed: Study
In an article published in JAMA Network Open, researchers at the University of São Paulo's Medical School (FM-USP) report on a study involving 774 men and women who followed a vegan diet in Brazil.
Sep 19, 2024
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Nationwide analysis finds mental health concerns are a huge part of primary care practice
An examination of millions of patient visits to primary care physicians shows that mental health concerns are second only to musculoskeletal complaints in everyday care. One in nine patients was seeking care primarily because ...
Sep 19, 2024
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Breastfeeding is crucial to shaping infant's microbes and promoting lung health, study shows
Human breast milk regulates a baby's mix of microbes, or microbiome, during the infant's first year of life. This in turn lowers the child's risk of developing asthma, a new study published in the journal Cell shows.
Sep 19, 2024
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With the use of visual cues, hospital rooms get nearly 70% cleaner
A new study published in the American Journal of Infection Control reports a comparison of hospital room cleanliness using standard disinfectant wipes versus wipes with a color additive that allows users to see which surfaces ...
Sep 19, 2024
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US wastewater tests show bird flu virus limited to areas with farm animals
An extensive look at wastewater samples taken across the United States from May to July found traces of the H5N1 bird flu popping up—but only in areas populated by farm animals.
Sep 19, 2024
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Study reveals gaps in access to long-term contraceptive supplies
Oregon Health & Science University researchers have found that despite legislation in 19 states requiring insurers to cover a 12-month supply of contraception, patients aren't receiving a year's worth of their prescription; ...
Sep 19, 2024
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Some chocolate products labeled 'dairy-free' contain milk, FDA finds
Consumers should be aware that some chocolate labeled as "dairy-free" actually contains milk, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns. This inaccurate labeling could put people with milk allergies in danger, the FDA noted.
Sep 19, 2024
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Alcohol use may co-occur with victimization in young adult relationships
Drinking alcohol may predict experiencing physical, psychological, or sexual victimization during or shortly after alcohol use, according to a study published in Alcohol: Clinical and Experimental Research.
Sep 19, 2024
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US health care system ranks last among wealthy nations, report finds
Americans have the worst health care among the world's wealthy nations, a new report says.
Sep 19, 2024
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Yes, you do need to clean your tongue. Here's how and why
Has your doctor asked you to stick out your tongue and say "aaah"? While the GP assesses your throat, they're also checking out your tongue, which can reveal a lot about your health.
Sep 19, 2024
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Brain-infecting parasite found in two LA County residents: What to know about 'racoon roundworm'
Two people in Los Angeles County are sick with a rare parasitic infection known as "raccoon roundworm," according to officials.
Sep 19, 2024
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Los Angeles area sees more dengue fever in people bitten by local mosquitoes
Health officials warned Wednesday that the Los Angeles area is seeing more dengue fever cases in people who have not traveled outside the U.S. mainland, a year after the first such case was reported in California.
Sep 19, 2024
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Q&A: Will we have a 'tripledemic' this year?
There's a chill in the air, students are back in school and summer's colors are fading—cold and flu season is nearly upon us.
Sep 19, 2024
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Opinion: How we think about 'obesity' and body weight is changing
From doctors' offices to family gatherings, larger-bodied people report being bombarded with unsolicited advice about their eating and exercise habits. The underlying message? They "just need to lose weight" to fix almost ...
Sep 19, 2024
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TRUTH in Labeling Act could heighten the warning for shoppers looking to cut sugar, salt and saturated fat intake
With rising rates of obesity in the U.S. and increasing attention being paid to the health harms of processed foods, it's clear that far more could be done to help consumers make healthy food choices.
Sep 19, 2024
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A self-help guide for chronic orofacial pain including temporomandibular disorder
Patients suffering from chronic pain in the face, mouth or jaw can now download a self-help guide proven to benefit them in managing their condition.
Sep 19, 2024
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Conflict, climate threaten fight against diseases: Fund
Climate change and conflicts are threatening progress in the fight against infectious diseases like AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, a group dedicating to eradicating the illnesses warned on Thursday.
Sep 19, 2024
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Metals in the body from pollutants associated with progression of harmful plaque buildup in the arteries
Metal exposure from environmental pollution is associated with increased buildup of calcium in the coronary arteries at a level that is comparable to traditional risk factors like smoking and diabetes, according to a study ...
Sep 18, 2024
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The MIND diet may lower the risk of memory problems later in life, study shows
People whose diet more closely resembles the MIND diet may have a lower risk of cognitive impairment, according to a study published in the September 18, 2024, online issue of Neurology. Results were similar for Black and ...
Sep 18, 2024
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