Monday, December 04 2023

Human BCG Challenge Model for Assessment of Tuberculosis Immunity - Global Biodefense

Each year, tuberculosis (TB) kills more people than any other infectious disease, falling out of the top spot only temporarily during the COVID-19 pandemic. Scientists recently reported a promising … [+5048 chars]

Low awareness about rabies: BJMC study - Hindustan Times

PUNE: A recent study undertaken by doctors and experts of BJ Medical College (BJMC) discovered individuals with dog bites visiting hospitals for treatment have limited awareness of animal bites and r… [+2735 chars]

Needle-Free Vaccine Patch Against Zika Virus - Global Biodefense

A prototype high-density microarray patch (HD-MAP) shows promise in pre-clinical studies for delivering novel, needle-free vaccine against Zika virus. HD-MAP was developed at the University of Queen… [+2703 chars]

A mystery illness is spreading in dogs. Can cats catch it too? - NewsNation Now

(NEXSTAR) Dogs across the country have been coming down with a mystery illness recently, prompting concerns for pet parents. Multiple states including Colorado, California, Oregon, and New Hampshir… [+3579 chars]

Link Between Childhood Adversity and Muscle Dysmorphia in Youth - Neuroscience News

Summary: A new study reveals a significant association between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and symptoms of muscle dysmorphia in adolescents and young adults. The research highlights how ACE… [+5900 chars]

California has some of the highest rates of flu across the United States - KCRA Sacramento

SACRAMENTO, Calif. —California is one of ten states listed by the CDC as having some of the highest rates of influenza in the country. (Video player above: Are you prepared for flu season? Dr. Vanes… [+1057 chars]

Food Preserving Technique May Have Sparked Human Brain Growth, Scientists Say - ScienceAlert

Researchers propose that a taste for fermented morsels may have triggered a surprising jump in the growth rate of our ancestors' brains. In fact, a shift from a raw diet to one that included food it… [+4875 chars]

Chinese health officials call out western media's lack of 'common sense' on country's respiratory illness rise - Fox News

Chinese health experts are working to reassure the public about the recent spike in respiratory illnesses and are pointing the blame at western media outlets for "disregarding both common sense and f… [+1568 chars]

Medical Marvel: Human Cells Transformed Into Tiny Biological Robots - SciTechDaily

An Anthrobot is shown, depth colored, with a corona of cilia that provides locomotion for the bot. Credit: Gizem Gumuskaya, Tufts University The multicellular bots move around and help heal “wounds”… [+10372 chars]

Tinnitus Linked to Hidden Undetected Auditory Nerve Damage – A Step Towards a Cure - SciTechDaily

Researchers at Mass Eye and Ear have linked tinnitus, a condition affecting over 10% of adults worldwide, to undetectable auditory nerve loss. Their study suggests that even individuals with normal h… [+4083 chars]

Surat prepares in wake of pneumonia outbreak in China - The Indian Express

Surat has stepped up preparation amid a surge in cases of pneumonia among minors due to a new virus in China. Over 1,700 beds with 780 ventilators have been kept ready in city hospitals.China has bee… [+767 chars]

'Could Barely Breathe'- Ohio Woman Says Son, 14, Had Same Pneumonia Causing China's 'White Lung' Outbreak - Times Now

Experts Weigh In On 'White Lung' Causing Pneumonia Outbreak Across China, US, Netherlands

Ice Bath: Benefits, Risks, Tips - Health.com

An ice bath, or cold water immersion (CWI), is a type of cold water therapy that involves immersing your body in ice water for about 5-15 minutes. It's a type of cryotherapy, which is exposing your b… [+11156 chars]

Winter Diet: An Experts Guide To A Culinary Embrace Of Warmth And Well-Being | TheHealthSite.com - TheHealthSite

VERIFIEDWinter Diet: An Experts Guide To A Culinary Embrace Of Warmth And Well-Being Sarita Bazaz, shares her insights and tips on navigating the winter culinary landscape all the while taking care … [+4148 chars]

Lower Sleep Efficiency Linked to Higher HbA1c in Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes - MD Magazine

Lower sleep efficiency and higher sleep irregularity was linked to higher hemoglobin A1C (HbA1c) and insulin resistance in adolescents and young adults with type 1 diabetes, according to new research… [+6737 chars]

Long Covid Patients May Suffer Chest Pain, Abnormal Heart Rhythms Long-term - Eastern Mirror

NEW YORK Long Covid patients are more likely to experience cardiac complications such as chest pain, and abnormal heart rhythms for long-term, according to a study. Prior reviews synthesised finding… [+1629 chars]