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HEALTH3d agoPope Leo's doctors say no further treatment is necessary after lung cancer surgery"The results confirmed that the tumor was a pulmonary adenocarcinoma and that the disease was localized," Dr. Luigi Carbone and Prof. Stefano Margaritora said.ABC News
HEALTH3d agoMultiple sclerosis is misdiagnosed in nearly 1 in 5 casesNearly one in five cases of multiple sclerosis are misdiagnosed. This highlights a significant challenge in medical diagnostics for the disease.gulfcoastnewsnow.com
HEALTH3d agoHIV testing follow - up needs improvement , says advocateAn advocate states that follow-up procedures for HIV testing need improvement. This highlights a call for better patient care and more effective health services related to HIV management.fijisun.com.fj · Fiji
HEALTH3d agoCholesterol may disrupt the brain’s cleaning system in Alzheimer’s diseaseThe glymphatic system flushes toxins out of the brain, but this seems to be disrupted in Alzheimer's disease, and cholesterol may be involvedNew Scientist
HEALTH3d agoEbola: Oyo activates surveillance network in 33 LGAsBy Adeola Badru The Oyo State Government has activated disease surveillance networks across its 33 local government areas and prepared its Infectious Disease Centre at Olodo as part of emergency measures against a possible Ebola Virus Disease outbreak. The government, however, assured residents that no confirmed case had been recorded in the state. The Commissioner […] The post Ebola: Oyo activates surveillance network in 33 LGAs appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTH3d agoEnugu begins surveillance at airport, council areas to curtail Ebola spreadAn official explained that the intensified surveillance followed the recently confirmed case of Ebola in Abuja and the ongoing outbreak of the disease in parts of Africa. The post Enugu begins surveillance at airport, council areas to curtail Ebola spread appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTH3d agoEbola: Edo urges calm, compliance with safety guidelinesVanguard Nigeria
HEALTH3d agoEbola Scare: NEMA DG urges calm, warns against contact with suspected casesVanguard Nigeria
HEALTH3d agoBorussia Dortmund footballers did not shower after a Champions League match in Azerbaijan for fear of contracting bacteria: what is LegionellaA very striking situation occurred in Azerbaijan: after beating Sabah, BVB footballers left the stadium without showering for a peculiar reason.Clarín
HEALTH3d agoHepatitis B vaccines linked to controversial US study seized in Guinea-BissauLa policía de Guinea Bisáu incautó vacunas en un ensayo clínico suspendido por la OMS, considerado "poco ético". El estudio involucraba a miles de bebés.El proyecto, financiado por EE.UU., fue cuestionado por posibles riesgos. La OMS destaca el riesgo de no vacunar a recién nacidos en el país africano.Clarín
HEALTH3d agoWhat Do Patient - Level Studies Tell Us About Antidepressants and Suicide Risk ? The article examines what patient-level studies reveal regarding the relationship between antidepressants and the risk of suicide. This addresses a significant topic in public health and mental illness treatment.psychiatrictimes.com · United States
HEALTH3d agoNo Ebola in Niger, state on high alert — Health DirectorBy Clare Nnabuike, Minna The Niger State Government has assured residents that no Ebola case has been detected in the state, saying it has activated emergency response measures to prevent a possible outbreak. The Director of Public Health in the state Ministry of Health, Dr Ibrahim Idris, gave the assurance on Wednesday during a telephone […] The post No Ebola in Niger, state on high alert — Health Director appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTH3d agoControversial US-backed vaccine trial in African newborns haltedHepatitis B study in Guinea-Bissau that was to be funded by CDC and that drew global backlash ‘will not move forward’The US-backed hepatitis B vaccine trial in African newborns that drew global backlash was halted, the lead researcher said on Wednesday.It was “now clear” that the study “will not move forward in Guinea-Bissau”, Frederik Schaltz-Buchholzer, a Danish researcher, wrote on LinkedIn, adding, “we were not given the necessary governmental approval.” Continue reading...Guardian World
HEALTH3d agoCarmen Lanchares, health expert journalist on longevity: "Aging is inevitable, but assuming that growing older equates to pain is a mistake"In her essay 'El tiempo a nuestro favor' (Time in Our Favor), Lanchares explores the habits that influence the quality of life of older adults. “We tend to view age as a biological condemnation automatically associated with decline,” she questions.Clarín
HEALTH3d agoMother whose toddler pronounced dead by doctor before being found alive in morgue relives horrifying ordeal: ‘He failed my son’‘I didn’t even think stuff like that happened. I thought I lost my baby, and he was back. There isn’t a day I don’t think about that day,’ mom Alexus Fiordilino saidThe Independent World
HEALTH3d agoCaregivers need to take care of themselves , tooThe article emphasizes the importance of caregivers prioritizing their own well-being. This highlights a common issue in healthcare and personal support roles.denverpost.com · United States
HEALTHBREAKING3d agoEbola: NCDC holds emergency meeting to conclude action plansVanguard Nigeria
HEALTH3d agoEbola: NBMA offers experts to support NCDCVanguard Nigeria
HEALTH3d agoFG urges Nigerians to embrace self-care, prevent diseasesBy Chidinma Chukwu, Abuja The Federal Government has urged Nigerians to adopt self-care practices, including regular health checks, proper hygiene and responsible management of medical conditions, to prevent diseases and improve health outcomes. The government said evidence-based self-care could strengthen primary healthcare, reduce pressure on health facilities and accelerate progress towards Universal Health Coverage in […] The post FG urges Nigerians to embrace self-care, prevent diseases appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTH3d agoNew human data hints at psychedelics' potential to combat inflammationLab studies have shown that psychedelics like psilocybin can lower inflammation and may be protective for a range of illnesses. Now, researchers are publishing some of the first data in humans that signals this holds potential for patients with neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's disease.NPR News
HEALTHBREAKING3d agoEbola case confirmed in Nigeria as outbreak spreads through AfricaThe Telegraph
HEALTHBREAKING3d agoAfrican health ministers to hold Ebola crisis talks as Nigeria confirms first caseEuroNews [en]
HEALTH3d agoWhat is the "brain-eating amoeba": where is the dangerous parasite that killed a 10-year-old boy in CatamarcaNaegleria fowleri is a very rare microorganism that causes high mortality. It is found in warm, stagnant waters, such as lagoons, streams, and hot springs. The case in Fiambalá is the second reported in Argentina.Clarín
HEALTH3d agoPennsylvania warns doctors about rising rates of rare congenital measlesThe Hill