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Here are eight of the biggest stories covered this week.
1. Cases of human plague confirmed in Colorado
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is investigating a case of bubonic plague in Pueblo County. Here’s what you need to know about how it spreads, symptoms and prevention. Click here to read the article.
Bubonic plague is caused by Yersinia pestis, a bacterium that was probably first introduced to North America around 1900 by rats on ships coming from South Asia. (iStock)
2. Man with epilepsy finds cure by painting on seashells
Thanks to one New Jersey man, raising awareness for epilepsy could be as simple as taking a walk on the beach. Kyle Adamkiewicz revealed how he’s been distributing hand-painted seashells around the world to raise awareness and funds. Click here to read the article.
Kyle Adamkiewicz, pictured above, is 33 and has been living with epilepsy since he was diagnosed at age 6. He combines his love of art and the power of nature to raise awareness of the disease. (The Adamkiewicz Family)
3. FDA approves new Alzheimer’s drug
Doctors have commented on the importance of the approval of Eli Lilly’s Xanra (donanemab), a monthly injection for adults with early symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. Click here to read the article.
A Phase 3 trial published in May 2023 showed that donanemab “significantly slowed the decline in cognition and function in patients with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease,” according to Eli Lilly’s website. (iStock)
4. Caring for Caregivers: Tips from Alzheimer’s Experts
Alzheimer’s puts a huge strain on not only the approximately seven million people diagnosed with the disease, but also the carers who support them, and Dr Heather Sandison offered advice on how carers can look after their own health. Click here to read the article.
It’s important for caregivers to look after their own mental and physical health, said Dr. Heather Sandison (left), a renowned expert in Alzheimer’s and related dementia care, and the author of her new book, “Alzheimer’s Reversal: A New Toolkit for Improving Cognition and Protecting Brain Health.” (Dr. Heather Sandison/iStock)
5. HereThe 9 most common questions women over 40 ask their doctor
According to Alexa Fifik, M.D., a family medicine physician and menopause specialist at Concierge Medicine of Westlake in Cleveland, Ohio, questions patients are asking about everything from sleep to supplements to cancer risk include: Click here to read the article.
Alexa Fifik, MD (left), a family medicine physician and menopause specialist at Concierge Medicine of Westlake in Cleveland, Ohio, revealed the most common questions she hears from her patients. (Dr. Alexa Fifik/iStock)
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6. Doctors warn of the dangers of DIY drugs
Fox News medical correspondent Dr. Marc Siegel has warned that ordering ketamine injections through the mail is “extremely dangerous.” Find out why unsupervised use is so dangerous. Click here to read the article.
Although ketamine has proven effective in treating severe depression, doctors do not recommend that patients use it without medical supervision. (Getty Images)
7. Doctors share prevention tips as summer coronavirus cases surge
Renowned epidemiologist Dr. Jay Varma and Dr. Mark Siegel, clinical professor of medicine at NYU Langone, shared key information about the latest COVID variants. Click here to read the article.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has warned that the United States is currently experiencing a summer surge in coronavirus cases. (iStock)
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8. Ask the doctor: “How can I get rid of blisters on my feet?”
Here’s how to heal painful blisters — and prevent them from happening in the first place — according to podiatrists. Click here to read the article.
This week’s top health news stories included infectious diseases, epilepsy awareness, caregiver stress and a new drug for Alzheimer’s disease. (iStock)
