Health
Mpox in DR Congo: Medics plead for vaccines as rate of infections increases – BBC.com
The BBC visits a clinic at the epicentre of the outbreak where the rate of infections is increasing. View More
‘Padma Lakshmi was diagnosed with endometriosis after 23 years. I too waited a decade’ – The Times of India
The article sheds light on the struggles of women suffering from endometriosis, a condition affecting millions worldwide. It addresses issues like del View More
TN Health Department reports first positive measles case since 2019 – WATE 6 On Your Side
The Tennessee Department of Health is tracking the first case of measles in the state since 2019. View More
COVID pandemic restrictions had ‘alarming’ impact on teenagers’ brains, new study finds – Fox News
The pandemic’s negative effects on kids and teens included changes to young brains, a new study has found. A researcher and a neurosurgeon comment on the impact. View More
Fungal spores of the mold Aspergillus fumigatus produce an enzyme that weakens the immune system – Phys.org
Aspergillus fumigatus is a mold that is found all over the world. Unlike closely related species, it can cause serious, often fatal infections in humans. What makes A. fumigatus so dangerous? An international research team led by Gustavo Goldman from the Univ…
Wayne County confirms human case of West Nile Virus – RochesterFirst
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Wayne County has confirmed a human case of West Nile Virus. According to Wayne County Public Health, the individual who was infected has been hospitalized and is being cared for. Their current condition is unknown. West Nile is spread…
Moderna’s First mRNA Mpox Vaccine Beats Licensed Rival Shots In Early Testing – Forbes
The experimental mRNA shot, tested in macaques, generated a stronger immune response and dramatically reduced the number of mpox lesions in infected animals compared to Bavarian Nordic’s licensed vaccine, Jynneos.
Deadly Mpox Outbreak Strikes US Prison, Infecting Multiple Inmates – NDTV
The virus, which spreads primarily through close physical contact, has now been detected in an Iowa prison, raising concerns about containment within high-risk environments.
Breast cancer screenings may decline for women who receive false-positive test results, says study – Fox News
High rates of false-positive test results may be keeping women from sticking to recommended mammogram screenings for breast cancer, a new study has found. Experts weigh in.
