Monday, January 06 2025

HMPV outbreak in China: Is it a new virus? How is it similar to Covid-19? Is there any vaccine? What we know so far | Mint - Mint

An outbreak of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China has raised alarm globally. Several countries, including India, are monitoring the virus and its spread closely. But should one worry about it? How… [+4296 chars]

Feeling nauseous? What to know as stomach bug outbreaks hit Florida hard - Tampa Bay Times

A surge in stomach bug outbreaks is hitting the country, and Florida is among the states affected, according to recent reports from federal health authorities. Parts of the country, including Florid… [+6030 chars]

Fruits And Vegetables Have a Surprising Effect on Depression Risk - ScienceAlert

Boosting the amount of fruits and vegetables in your diet could reduce your risk of depression over time, according to a comprehensive new study of twins that included participants across the US, Aus… [+3160 chars]

Mediterranean Diet Improves Memory via Gut Microbiome Changes - Neuroscience News

Summary: A new study reveals that the Mediterranean diet may enhance cognitive function by altering gut microbiota. Rats fed a Mediterranean-style diet showed distinct bacterial changes linked to bet… [+6201 chars]

9 protein-packed breakfasts to fuel your morning - The Washington Post

Protein seems to be having a moment. It feels as if every other video or post on my feed is about packing in as much of the macronutrient as possible. Although Im a big believer in balance and dont w… [+2630 chars]

I Tried Eating the Doctor-Recommended 30 Plant-Based Foods a Week—Here's How It Went - EatingWell

Two years ago, I started taking a medication that completely transformed my relationship with foodand not in a good way. Im a food writer, recipe developer and someone who genuinely loves food. I use… [+9674 chars]

Kidney Stones Bedevil an Unexpected Demographic - Newser

The hard deposits of minerals and salts that can get caught in the urinary tract had historically been thought to be a problem suffered by middle-age white men. There are a number of theories as to w… [+1137 chars]

Uncovering Alzheimer’s: Could Herpes Be a Key Player? - The Daily Galaxy --Great Discoveries Channel

A jaw-dropping study from the University of Pittsburgh has spotlighted a possible connection between Alzheimer’s disease and the herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1). This research, published in Cell Repor… [+3694 chars]

‘Presumptive’ bird flu detected in Delaware poultry flock sparks heightened vigilance in Maryland - WTOP

The testing of a commercial flock of broiler chickens in Delaware showed the first “presumptive” case of H5 bird flu in the state. Because of the highly contagious nature of the virus, there are conc… [+2338 chars]

Surge in respiratory illnesses hits San Diego post-holiday season - FOX 5 San Diego

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) Doctors are seeing a surge in respiratory illnesses in San Diego County following the holidays.  According to the county’s most recent data, flu cases increased by 1,147 the w… [+1793 chars]

Dozens of dead birds seen in Lehigh Valley. Crews clean up animals to prevent bird flu from spreading - 69News WFMZ-TV

The Pennsylvania Game Commission and Pocono Wildlife Rehab say they've seen dozens of dead birds in the Lehigh Valley. The snow geese are victims of bird flu. People are cleaning up the birds to try… [+1590 chars]

2025's best diet wins gold for wellness and disease prevention - KSL.com

NEW YORK The award-winning Mediterranean diet has done it again, capturing 2025's "best of the best" award from U.S. News & World Report, which puts out a yearly list of the most and least benefi… [+6798 chars]

8 Mediterranean Diet Foods to Stock Up on in January, According to Dietitians - EatingWell

U.S. News & World Report just rated the Mediterranean diet as the #1 diet for the eighth year in a row. Not only did it win best overall diet, it also won the top spot for managing diabetes, fatt… [+7230 chars]

State health officials urge Tdap vaccination amid rising whooping cough cases - KTLA Los Angeles

State health officials are calling on residents, especially pregnant women and those who care for infants, to have an updated Tdap vaccination as cases of whooping cough increase in California. From… [+1763 chars]