As tuberculosis infections spread in schools, it was "almost as if the prime conditions for the outbreak of epidemics had been deliberately created," the official said.
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Thursday 30 September 2021
Chief Medical Officer Was Silenced in Canada's Residential Schools
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A survey finds more U.S. parents say they’re willing to vaccinate their children.
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A study finds no signs of trouble in getting flu and Covid shots at the same time.
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Inactive Lifestyles Lead to More Frequent, Severe Hot Flashes: Study
A new study finds inactive lifestyles can lead to more frequent, severe hot flashes, among other negative health effects of not moving enough.
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Youth Vaping Declined Sharply for Second Year, New Data Show
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People with disabilities have a tougher time getting Covid vaccines, the C.D.C. reports.
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A Pill to Treat COVID Could Be Just Months Away
At least three promising antiviral treatments for covid-19 are being tested in clinical trials, with results expected as soon as late fall or winter.
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Targeted Blood Sugar Level With Diabetes May Help Prevent a 2nd Stroke
A new study finds that for people with diabetes who have a stroke, there may be an ideal blood sugar target to prevent another one or a heart attack.
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Obese? Lose Lots of Weight, Watch Your Heart Risks Drop
A new study suggests that substantial weight loss by obese people may reverse related cardiovascular risks.
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Wednesday 29 September 2021
The C.D.C. escalates its pleas for any pregnant or breastfeeding Americans to get vaccinated against Covid.
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Many Patients, Doctors Unaware of Advancements in Cancer Care
New survey results suggest that doctors in fields other than cancer don’t know about recent advances, particularly in immunotherapy.
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Worried Parents Scramble to Vaccinate Kids Despite FDA Guidance
One week after reporting promising results from the trial of their COVID-19 vaccine in children ages 5 to 11, Pfizer and BioNTech announced they’d submitted the data to the FDA . But that hasn’t stopped some parents from discreetly getting their children under age 12 vaccinated.
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Flu Shot Highly Recommended This Year
Waning natural immunity in the public due to last year's missing flu season will leave people -- and especially young children -- susceptible to the virus, warn flu trackers assessing this year's risk.
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More Than 400,000 Americans Have Received COVID Booster Shots
More than 400,000 people in the U.S. have received COVID-19 booster shots at pharmacies since the third dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine was authorized last week, White House officials announced Tuesday.
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Epidurals Not Linked to Autism in Children
Earlier research suggested this practice may increase autism risk in offspring, but the pair of studies should put this concern to rest for good, experts say.
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New Tests for Prostate, Colon Cancer Show Promise
If approved in the United States, the tests could make screening and diagnosis for these cancers easier on patients, without the need for needle biopsy or colonoscopy.
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Botox for Migraine: How to Get Approved
You’ve heard Botox is a possible treatment for migraine. Will insurance foot the bill?
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Tips to Get Insurance to Cover Your Treatments
Paying out of pocket even with health coverage? Experts explain how to get your insurer to pay more.
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High BP More Challenging for Older Women, Younger Men
Altogether, nearly half of adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure, increasing their risk for heart attack, stroke, kidney disease and other health complications.
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Faced with vaccine mandates, most health workers are getting immunized.
By BY REED ABELSON from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3zPleWf
Tuesday 28 September 2021
Pfizer and BioNTech Submit Data Backing Vaccine for Children 5 to 11
By BY SHARON LAFRANIERE, SHASHANK BENGALI AND NOAH WEILAND from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3m9YwDo
Months Later, Some New Yorkers Are Still Banging Pots to Thank Frontline Workers
Eighteen months into the pandemic later, some New Yorkers are still saluting frontline and healthcare workers by cheering, singing, or banging pots and pans in their honor.
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Vaccine Mandate Takes Effect for NY Health Care Workers
As the state’s new vaccine mandate took effect, an estimated 70,000 out of 450,000 health care workers remain unvaccinated and out of compliance according to data released on Sept. 22.
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Side effects from a third vaccine dose are similar to those from the second, a C.D.C. report finds.
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Murders Surged in U.S. in 2020
Reports show 4,901 more murders committed in 2020 than in 2019. A total of roughly 21,500 people were killed last year, according to data from 16,000 law enforcement agencies across the country.
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For Transgender Youth, Stigma Is Just One Barrier to Health Care
By BY SABRINA IMBLER from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2Y4LHlT
Fear of Delta, not rewards or mandates, is motivating Americans to get shots, a survey found.
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Monday 27 September 2021
Global COVID Vaccination Plans Need Urgency, Activists Say
While Americans debate who should receive boosters of a COVID-19 vaccine and when, many nations have barely begun to vaccinate their citizens, an inequity that is not just a humanitarian crisis, but also likely to extend the pandemic
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Intermittent Fasting Can Cut Your Risk of Diabetes, Heart Disease
Researchers find the time of day that you eat may be just as important for your health as what you eat.
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Cancer Without Chemotherapy: ‘A Totally Different World’
By BY GINA KOLATA from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3m603dx
Saturday 25 September 2021
‘I Need an Army’: Across America, Schools Cram for Their Covid Tests
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‘I Need an Army’: Across America, Schools Cram for Their Covid Tests
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Friday 24 September 2021
6 questions to ask your oncologist about breast cancer
Every woman diagnosed with breast cancer should ask her oncologist these questions.
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The Wisdom of Lizzo: Lessons on Loving Our Bodies
Sustaining a sense of self-love might feel out of reach when you have migraines. Enter Lizzo, queen of all things body positivity.
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Loving Your Body with Breast Cancer
What Lizzo and medical oncologist, Dr. Miguel Pelayo, want you to know about loving your body with breast cancer.
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Why It’s Hard to Diagnose Crohn’s: Mimic Diseases and Tests
Crohn’s disease is a tough condition to pin down. You may get a wrong diagnosis first. WebMD explains why it can take a long time.
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4 Self-Care Lessons From Lizzo About Living With Psoriasis
Need some inspiration to love your body when you feel uncomfortable in your skin? Lizzo is here to help.
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Covid Vaccine Pioneers and Others Win 2021 Lasker Awards in Medicine
By BY GINA KOLATA from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3o2A5uj
The C.D.C. chief overruled her own agency’s panel and recommended Pfizer boosters for workers at risk.
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Dogs React to Psoriasis, Other Conditions
Dogs may have strong reactions to psoriasis and other health conditions in humans. Is it smell? Behaviors? Researchers are studying why.
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Can Dogs Detect Breast Cancer?
Dogs are being trained to detect breast and other kinds of cancer in lab samples. But some sniff it out on their people at home.
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Migraines and Other Diseases Dogs May Detect
Some owners say their dogs become very attentive during a migraine headache and can even anticipate their symptoms.
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Migraine-Friendly Foods That Are Safe for Your Cat, Too
When you’re battling a migraine, choose foods that are safe for both you and your feline friend.
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Breast Cancer-Friendly Foods Your Cat Can Eat Too
Here are 6 cancer-friendly foods for you that are also safe for your cat.
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Psoriasis-Friendly Foods Your Cat Can Eat Too
Did you know the foods that are good for your psoriasis can be good for your cat too?
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I Radically Accepted My Breast Cancer
What does “radical acceptance” mean? Here’s what it meant to a woman who’s been through breast cancer.
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Migraine: When Exercise Helps -- or Hurts
When it comes to migraine, not all exercise is created equal. Learn what to strive for and what to avoid.
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7 Exercise Don’ts With Psoriasis
Exercise is an important part of psoriasis management, but some common mistakes can cause a flare.
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Exercise: A New Breast Cancer ‘Drug'?
If you’ve had breast cancer, you should make exercise part of your weekly routine. Here’s why.
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