Newly-discovered virus causing malaria-like illness emerges for the first time

Researchers have identified a never-before-seen virus in Peru that causes symptoms similar to malaria. The virus, classified as a phlebovirus, was detected in a twenty-something man who presented with fever, chills, and muscle pain. This new pathogen is unique and has been created through a “recombinant event”. Health authorities in Peru are now emphasizing the …

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Discover How a Vegan Diet Can Enhance Heart Health in Only 8 Weeks, According to Study: ScienceAlert

In just two months, research shows that twins placed on an experimental vegan diet had lower insulin, decreased weight, and reduced levels of a protein associated with heart disease and stroke. This new discovery provides yet more evidence to demonstrate that vegan diets aren’t just the most eco-friendly option – they’re also incredibly beneficial for …

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Uncovering the Science: Can Vitamin B12 Really Boost Your Energy Levels?

Should You Be Taking Vitamin B12 for Fatigue and Energy Boost? Q: Feeling tired often and heard about the role of vitamin B12 in boosting energy levels? Maybe a supplement is the answer? A: The truth is, there’s minimal evidence to support taking vitamin B12 for fatigue unless you have a deficiency that causes anemia. …

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Reduce Blood Pressure with Just 1 Teaspoon Less of Salt a Day: Study Findings

Comment on this story Comment Add to your saved stories Save Reducing salt consumption by just one teaspoon a day could lower your blood pressure as much as hypertension medication, according to research presented at the American Heart Association’s recent Scientific Sessions and published in JAMA. The finding stems from a study of 213 adults, …

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Shocking Findings: 77% Increase in US Prison Deaths Revealed Amid COVID-19 Crisis

A New Study Reveals the Alarming Impact of COVID-19 on Incarcerated Individuals A recent study has brought to light the disproportionate effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on incarcerated individuals, particularly within US prisons. The study found that there was a shocking 77% increase in mortality rates within US prisons during the year 2020. This increase …

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Don’t Panic: Local Vets Warn about ‘Mystery’ Canine Respiratory Illness

Dr. Brian Bourquin, owner of Boston Veterinary Clinic, believes the current respiratory illness is no cause for hysteria. Instead, he sees it as a typical fall respiratory season. Some people are drawing parallels between the reaction to this illness and the early response to COVID-19. Dr. Camille Alander, medical director for BondVet, disagrees with the …

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Harborview Medical Center administers groundbreaking new Alzheimer’s treatment to patient

SEATTLE — The University of Washington (UW) Medicine’s Memory and Brain Wellness Center made history by providing the new Alzheimer’s drug, lecanemab, to the first patient on Dec. 1. This groundbreaking treatment was administered to a Mount Vernon man, marking a significant milestone in the battle against Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Thomas Grabowski, a distinguished professor …

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Health Authorities Recommend Reducing Large Gatherings in Response to China’s Infectious Disease Spike

China’s National Health Commission (NHC) has advised a reduction in large public gatherings as a precautionary measure. During a press conference held on Saturday, the NHC made the announcement. The Chinese Communist Party media outlet Global Times reported the following: The prevailing acute respiratory diseases in China are caused by known pathogens. No new infectious …

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Creating Lifelong Memories for Kids: A Mom’s Lesson on Avoiding Mistakes

It’s completely normal to lose your patience as a parent. After all, kids can be quite a handful. Recently, a mom’s moment of frustration led to a significant realization about how these lapses can affect children, but also how simple it can be to address them. The mom’s impatience sparked an insight into the potential …

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