Ebola illness linked to Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda
Situation at a glance The Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has been escalating quickly, with more confirmed cases and spreading into Uganda. By June 6, there were 515 confirmed cases and 91 deaths reported in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, while Uganda had documented 19 confirmed cases, […]
Cholesterol-rich superfood that clears arteries is said to be ‘more effective than aspirin,’ according to a doctor.
Dr. Eric Berg DC, a health educator with 13.5 million YouTube subscribers, identifies a superfood as the top choice for naturally clearing arteries and promoting heart health A prominent health expert has highlighted a specific superfood that he claims clears arteries “better than aspirin.” Dr. Eric Berg DC, renowned for his significant following on YouTube, […]
Scientist Accused of Planning to Smuggle Mpox Virus into the U.S.
U.S. Investigation Targets Dutch Virologist Over Smuggling Charges A Dutch virologist, Dr. Vincent Munster, recognized for his contributions to the Covid vaccine’s development, is now facing scrutiny from U.S. federal authorities. He’s been charged with conspiring to smuggle vials of deactivated mpox and other biological materials into the U.S. in January, as revealed in a […]
The nighttime eating routine that could disrupt your digestive health
Late-Night Eating and Digestive Health: New Insights ATLANTA — If you’re feeling stressed, eating late at night might not be the best idea for your digestion. In a preliminary study, researchers found that participants consuming over 25% of their daily calories after 9 p.m. while experiencing stress were up to 2.5 times more likely to […]
Why are increasing numbers of young people developing cancer? What researchers understand and what remains unclear
Researchers globally are facing a puzzling issue: why are an increasing number of young individuals developing cancers that were once thought to primarily affect older adults? This topic was a key discussion point at two major cancer conferences this year, generating various theories. Potential culprits include ultra-processed foods, obesity, microbial toxins, and agricultural chemicals, yet […]
HIV reaches the brain and stays there – surprisingly, medications meant to lessen brain inflammation raise the virus levels.
Impact of HIV on the Brain and Immune Function HIV is known to adversely affect the brain, contributing to cognitive and memory issues. Once the virus infiltrates the brain, it tends to stay there. The virus primarily targets a specific immune cell type known as helper T cells. These cells roam throughout the body, including […]
Muscle growth medication may lessen the reduction of lean tissue during weight-loss injections
Potential Drug Benefits Muscle Retention During Weight Loss A recent study indicates that a drug promoting muscle growth might help lessen the loss of lean body mass associated with weight-loss injections. GLP-1-based injections, like Wegovy and Mounjaro, have proven quite effective for those who are overweight or obese. However, specialists caution that not all weight […]
New research shows a decline in childhood egg allergies as early introduction becomes more frequent.
Parents were once advised to keep allergenic foods, including eggs, away from babies, particularly if allergies were common in the family. Yet recent findings suggest that this guidance has flipped almost completely—new research indicates that this shift might be having positive effects. After recommendations changed from delaying allergenic food introductions until babies were one to […]
What ProPublica Discovered in the Genetic Code of Measles Outbreaks in America
Measles Outbreak Raises Concerns About U.S. Immunization Status In the early 1960s, American children queued for their first measles vaccines, and it took nearly four decades to build robust immunization programs. By 2000, experts declared that measles had been eliminated in the United States. For 25 years, outbreaks were few and far between, mainly occurring […]
Woman Believed She Had a Stomach Virus, and Doctors Suspected an Autoimmune Condition. What It Really Was Was More Serious.
NEED TO KNOW A woman initially attributed her health issues to a stomach bug while doctors suspected an autoimmune disease; it was, in fact, sepsis and toxic shock syndrome (TSS). “I was so weak I could barely hold my 18-month-old son,” Audrey Leishman recalled. She has set up a foundation aimed at raising awareness about […]