Coffee Consumption Linked to Lower Head and Neck Cancer Risk
A new study analyzing data from 14 previous studies found that people who drink coffee have a significantly lower risk of head and neck cancers; those drinking four cups of caffeinated coffee daily had a 17% lower risk of head and neck cancer, a 30% lower risk of oral cancer, and a 22% lower risk of...
Coffee Consumption Linked to Lower Head and Neck Cancer Risk
A new study analyzing data from 14 previous studies found that people who drink coffee have a significantly lower risk of head and neck cancers; those drinking four cups of caffeinated coffee daily had a 17% lower risk of head and neck cancer, a 30% lower risk of oral cancer, and a 22% lower risk of...
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Sugary Drinks Fuel 2.2M New Diabetes Cases Annually, Study Finds
A new study reveals sugary drinks cause over 2.2 million new diabetes cases and 1.1 million new heart disease cases yearly globally, with the highest impact in Latin America, sub-Saharan Africa, Colombia, Mexico, and South Africa, prompting calls for public health interventions.
Sugary Drinks Fuel 2.2M New Diabetes Cases Annually, Study Finds
A new study reveals sugary drinks cause over 2.2 million new diabetes cases and 1.1 million new heart disease cases yearly globally, with the highest impact in Latin America, sub-Saharan Africa, Colombia, Mexico, and South Africa, prompting calls for public health interventions.
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HMPV Cases Rise in China and Ukraine, but Health Officials Downplay Outbreak Risk
As of January 5th, 2025, 14 HMPV cases have been confirmed in Ukraine, mirroring previous seasonal occurrences; China also reports cases but denies a critical outbreak, emphasizing its seasonal nature; symptoms resemble a common cold, and preventative measures focus on hygiene and avoiding contact w...
HMPV Cases Rise in China and Ukraine, but Health Officials Downplay Outbreak Risk
As of January 5th, 2025, 14 HMPV cases have been confirmed in Ukraine, mirroring previous seasonal occurrences; China also reports cases but denies a critical outbreak, emphasizing its seasonal nature; symptoms resemble a common cold, and preventative measures focus on hygiene and avoiding contact w...
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HMPV Surge in Northern China Raises Global Health Concerns
A surge in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections in Northern China is causing concern, with social media showing crowded hospitals, although the WHO states it typically causes mild symptoms. Neighboring countries are monitoring the situation, highlighting global health security concerns.
HMPV Surge in Northern China Raises Global Health Concerns
A surge in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections in Northern China is causing concern, with social media showing crowded hospitals, although the WHO states it typically causes mild symptoms. Neighboring countries are monitoring the situation, highlighting global health security concerns.
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HMPV Surge in Northern China: A Seasonal Respiratory Virus Outbreak
Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections are surging in northern China, particularly among children under 4, mirroring typical winter increases in respiratory viruses; experts emphasize it's not a pandemic threat but urge continued preventative measures.
HMPV Surge in Northern China: A Seasonal Respiratory Virus Outbreak
Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections are surging in northern China, particularly among children under 4, mirroring typical winter increases in respiratory viruses; experts emphasize it's not a pandemic threat but urge continued preventative measures.
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African Expertise Key to Combating Infectious Diseases
Christian Happi, director of the African Centre of Excellence for Genomics of Infectious Diseases (ACEGID), discusses why Africa is the best continent to study infectious diseases, highlighting the successful containment of the 2014 Ebola outbreak in Nigeria as a prime example of the impact of local...
African Expertise Key to Combating Infectious Diseases
Christian Happi, director of the African Centre of Excellence for Genomics of Infectious Diseases (ACEGID), discusses why Africa is the best continent to study infectious diseases, highlighting the successful containment of the 2014 Ebola outbreak in Nigeria as a prime example of the impact of local...
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Doxycycline Shows Promise in Slashing STI Rates
A Harvard study of 2,253 individuals found that taking the antibiotic doxycycline within 72 hours of sex reduced chlamydia and syphilis infection rates by up to 80 percent, prompting calls for wider availability despite concerns about antimicrobial resistance.
Doxycycline Shows Promise in Slashing STI Rates
A Harvard study of 2,253 individuals found that taking the antibiotic doxycycline within 72 hours of sex reduced chlamydia and syphilis infection rates by up to 80 percent, prompting calls for wider availability despite concerns about antimicrobial resistance.
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China's HMPV Outbreak Sparks Transparency Concerns Amidst Rising US Cases
Western experts are urging China to be transparent about a viral outbreak overwhelming its hospitals, fueled by human metapneumovirus (HPMV), while the US also sees a rise in cases; concerns exist due to similarities with the initial COVID-19 response.
China's HMPV Outbreak Sparks Transparency Concerns Amidst Rising US Cases
Western experts are urging China to be transparent about a viral outbreak overwhelming its hospitals, fueled by human metapneumovirus (HPMV), while the US also sees a rise in cases; concerns exist due to similarities with the initial COVID-19 response.
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Rising hMPV Infections in China: No Pandemic Threat, but Public Health Concerns Remain
China is experiencing a rise in Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) infections since mid-December, prompting social media comparisons to the COVID-19 pandemic's start, though the WHO noted increased respiratory illnesses in November, and the Chinese NCDPA is tracking unexplained pneumonia cases.
Rising hMPV Infections in China: No Pandemic Threat, but Public Health Concerns Remain
China is experiencing a rise in Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) infections since mid-December, prompting social media comparisons to the COVID-19 pandemic's start, though the WHO noted increased respiratory illnesses in November, and the Chinese NCDPA is tracking unexplained pneumonia cases.
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Indonesia Launches $28 Billion Nutrition Program Amidst Economic Concerns
Indonesia launched a $28 billion program to feed nearly 90 million children and pregnant women to combat malnutrition and stunting, despite concerns about its affordability and potential strain on the national budget.
Indonesia Launches $28 Billion Nutrition Program Amidst Economic Concerns
Indonesia launched a $28 billion program to feed nearly 90 million children and pregnant women to combat malnutrition and stunting, despite concerns about its affordability and potential strain on the national budget.
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Rise in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) Cases Amidst Winter Respiratory Virus Season
Cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) are rising in China and the U.S. during the winter respiratory virus season; the WHO reports increased acute respiratory infections in China, but overall respiratory illnesses are lower than last year; in the U.S., as of December 28, 2024, 1.94% of weekly tests ...
Rise in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) Cases Amidst Winter Respiratory Virus Season
Cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) are rising in China and the U.S. during the winter respiratory virus season; the WHO reports increased acute respiratory infections in China, but overall respiratory illnesses are lower than last year; in the U.S., as of December 28, 2024, 1.94% of weekly tests ...
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US Surgeon General Calls for Alcohol Cancer Warning Labels
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy is urging for alcohol warning labels in the United States, citing alcohol as a leading preventable cause of cancer, responsible for about 100,000 annual cancer cases and 20,000 deaths. While the recommendation is not legally binding, it seeks to raise public awarene...
US Surgeon General Calls for Alcohol Cancer Warning Labels
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy is urging for alcohol warning labels in the United States, citing alcohol as a leading preventable cause of cancer, responsible for about 100,000 annual cancer cases and 20,000 deaths. While the recommendation is not legally binding, it seeks to raise public awarene...
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