Monday, March 03 2025

National Bird Flu Outbreak Kills Sandhill Cranes - Newsmax

Birding enthusiasts in Indiana have been struck by the loss of an estimated 1,500 Sandhill Cranes. The deaths of the popular birds has been attributed to Avian Influenza, or bird flu, by the Indiana … [+1622 chars]

Sad Case of The Youngest Person Ever Diagnosed With Alzheimer's - ScienceAlert

In 2023, neurologists at a memory clinic in China diagnosed a 19-year-old with what they believed to be Alzheimer's disease, making him the youngest person ever to be diagnosed with the condition in … [+3640 chars]

Texas Official Warns Against ‘Measles Parties’ Amid Growing Outbreak - WIRED

A Texas health authority is warning against measles parties as the outbreak in West Texas grew to at least 146 cases, with 20 hospitalized and one unvaccinated school-age child dead. The outbreak con… [+3747 chars]

Repairing DNA Damage: Scientists Identify New Benefits of Melatonin Supplementation - SciTechDaily

A small trial suggests that melatonin supplementation may improve DNA repair in night shift workers by counteracting oxidative damage. Participants taking melatonin showed increased DNA repair during… [+4077 chars]

WHO says water contamination is suspected in one of the Congo villages struck by illness - CNN

Authorities investigating the deaths of at least 60 people in northwestern Congo suspect the water source in one of the areas may have been contaminated, the World Health Organization said Friday. Bu… [+2578 chars]

Guest column | I’m still learning to fight my own stereotypes about aging — at age 67 - The Washington Post

A decade ago, in my mid-50s, I could find no peace when it came to my age. I tried to stave off the inevitable by submerging myself in ice baths and drinking a brand of coffee that claimed to improve… [+6579 chars]

9 health benefits of dark chocolate (and the right time to eat) - The Times of India

Full of skin-soothing antioxidants, dark chocolate protects the skin from UV damage, moisturizes the skin, and improves elasticity. Daily intake, preferably in the morning, ensures healthy skin throu… [+13 chars]

Scientists describe new type of fat in human bellies - Livescience.com

Scientists have spotted unique subtypes of fat cells in the human body, and by unraveling their functions, they found that the cells may play a role in obesity. The research, published Jan. 24 in th… [+5791 chars]

Psilocybin increases emotional empathy in depressed individuals, study finds - PsyPost

A study conducted in Switzerland examined changes in empathy among depressed individuals following a single dose of psilocybin. Participants who received psilocybin demonstrated substantial improveme… [+4393 chars]

Scientists Warn That Antidepressants May Do More Harm Than Good in Dementia Patients - SciTechDaily

A Swedish study links antidepressants to faster cognitive decline in dementia patients, with SSRIs like escitalopram showing the strongest effects. While depression itself may contribute to cognitive… [+3893 chars]

Health unit identifies four measles exposure locations in Brant, Norfolk - Brantford Expositor

The health unit reported late Friday afternoon that anyone visiting the following locations on the dates and times listed may have been exposed to the measles virus: Norfolk General Hospital… [+1421 chars]

RFK Jr. Readies CDC For Changes In Vaccine Policies - Forbes

WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 13: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks after being sworn in as Secretary of ... [+] Health and Human Services in the Oval Office at the White House on February 13, 2025 in Washing… [+6349 chars]

10 Thoughtful Food and Drink Gifts for Flu and Cold Recovery - CNET

Another great choice to send is bone broth, which provides nutrients and soothes a sore throat. It's also a great option for someone who doesn't have the biggest appetite since it isn't overly fillin… [+240 chars]

Multilingualism Starts Early: Study Challenges View on Language Learning - Neuroscience News

Summary: A new study of 121 infants in Accra, Ghana, reveals that babies regularly hear between two and six languages from multiple caregivers. Unlike the Western model of learning one language from … [+5574 chars]

Scientists discovered a new way to prevent cold sores - The Brighter Side of News

Scientists have uncovered a surprising strategy used by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) to reawaken in the body. A new study from the University of Virginia School of Medicine has identified a viral… [+6261 chars]

13 Foods to Boost and Strengthen Your Kidneys - CNET

According to the CDC, it is estimated that over one in seven US adults has chronic kidney disease. This can cause excess waste and fluid to build up in the body, leading to health problems like heart… [+5497 chars]

Live | Top RI Doctor Chan Ranks Threat to Rhode Islanders From Bird Flu - GoLocalProv

Saturday, March 01, 2025 GoLocal LIVE View Larger + Dr. Philip Chan, Brown Health PHOTO: Brown GoLocal interviewed Dr. Philip Chan on GoLocal LIVE on the risk of the H5N1 bird flu on humans. Each… [+3494 chars]

Rise of pediatric flu cases is sending more children to the hospital - The Washington Post

For nearly two weeks, Rondi Bishop, 40, was quarantined with her husband in a room at Seattle Childrens Hospital as they watched the flu ravage their sons body. It was a situation they never could h… [+6870 chars]