Friday 13 November 2020

Study: New Mutation Sped Up Spread of Coronavirus

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The virus that causes COVID-19 is not the same strain as first emerged from China. A new study shows it has changed slightly in a way that makes it more contagious to humans.



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Thursday 12 November 2020

Could Propecia Up Young Men's Suicide Risk?

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Information from the World Health Organization indicates that over the past 10 years, reports of suicidal ideation among young men using the drug have increased, rising significantly after 2012, the researchers said.



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Measles Deaths Grow by Half

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The World Health Organization on Thursday released new statistics that show 869,770 cases of measles, one of the most contagious diseases known to science, around the world in 2019, the highest number since 1996. Increases were reported in all regions.



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Flu Shots: Doctors, Pharmacies Report Higher Demand

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Major U.S. drug store chains report more requests for flu shots and they say they've pre-ordered millions more shots this year to be prepared.



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Wednesday 11 November 2020

Exercise and Migraines: What Helps and Hurts

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Headaches shouldn’t hold you back from a workout. Find out how migraines and exercise relate to each other and what you can do to stay active.



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