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INSIDERA graphic photo shows a severe monkeypox patient's crusted, discolored nose, taken days after a red pimple was misdiagnosed as sunburn
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- Yahoo Life
What is metastatic breast cancer and why is it so misunderstood?
“We need to be very clear and honest about what we die from, and it’s not ‘complications from breast cancer,’ it is metastatic breast cancer,” says Pam Kohl, a patient advocate.
- The Telegraph
George Alagiah: I had to get my cancer diagnosis straight in my head
George Alagiah has described the challenge of getting his cancer diagnosis 'straight in his head' when he was told he was dying.
- Prevention
How Your Painful Leg Cramps Could Be Signaling a Vitamin Deficiency
The causes of leg cramps at night can range from nutrient deficiency to tough workouts. Here, experts break down how to prevent and get rid of leg cramps.
- NewMediaWire
Report outlines most common symptoms of 6 cardiovascular diseases
Statement Highlights: A “state of the science” review details the most reported symptoms of 6 cardiovascular diseases (CVDs): heart attack, heart failure, valve disease, stroke, heart rhythm disorders, and peripheral artery and vein disease (PAD and...
- LA Times
Concerns over accuracy of COVID rapid test results when first sick
Health officials stress that at-home tests are a vital and accurate way of tracking COVID-19 infections but an initial negative test doesn't mean people are out of the woods.
- Time
Half of People With Omicron Don't Know They're Infected, Study Says
A small study finds that about half of vaccinated people experience no COVID-19 symptoms—or only mild ones—from an Omicron infection.
- BuzzFeed News
These Tweets Show Just How Mad Public Health Experts Are About The CDC’s New COVID Guidelines
The CDC recently relaxed its COVID guidelines involving quarantines, screening tests, and social distancing. That’s a terrible idea, some experts say, given that over 400 people die from the disease every day.View Entire Post ›
- SheKnows
One in Five Adults Experienced Long COVID Symptoms After Having COVID-19
Since the onset of the pandemic, millions of Americans have contracted COVID-19, and many have recovered. But nearly one in five adults are experiencing symptoms months after infection, in what is being called Long COVID. While many people who contracted the virus had mild to moderate cold or flu-like symptoms, others have developed cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, […]
- Belleville News-Democrat
CDC reports more than 800 monkeypox cases in IL. Use interactive map to see US outbreak
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention had confirmed 851 cases of monkeypox in the state as of Tuesday. Here’s the latest on new cases and vaccines.
- INSIDER
A dozen men with no monkeypox symptoms tested positive for the virus, raising questions about asymptomatic spread
A new French study reveals it's possible to test positive for monkeypox without showing any symptoms.
- INSIDER
2 people hospitalized in New York City after mosquito bites left them with life-threatening West Nile virus
A record number of mosquitoes in New York City have been detected to carry West Nile virus, which can cause fevers and brain swelling in severe cases.
- Packers Wire
TE Dominique Dafney reverts back to Packers injured reserve list
Dominique Dafney cleared waivers and reverted back to the Packers injured reserve list. An injury settlement could be in the cards at some point.
- USA TODAY
When should I get a COVID booster? Next-generation antibody tests could help.
Scientists are working on COVID antibody tests to help people know when their own protection is fading and a booster may be needed.
- USA TODAY
Think you have a migraine? You're not alone. Here's what neurologists recommend doing.
Specialists say migraines should be viewed as a public health problem, but people are quick to dismiss it. Here's what to know about them.
- WHIO
Mysterious E. coli outbreak sickens dozens in Ohio, Michigan; CDC investigating
Health officials are working to figure out the source an E. coli outbreak that has sickened dozens of people in Ohio and Michigan. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced Wednesday that 29 people have been infected with the outbreak strain of E. coli O157. According to the CDC, 14 people in Ohio and 15 people in Michigan have been infected.
- TODAY
Patrick Swayze on 70th birthday: Pancreatic cancer legacy endures
Like all people who die before their time, Patrick Swayze seems forever young.
- Raleigh News and Observer
Another NC county reports 1st monkeypox case. Sick person in isolation.
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- The Conversation
When COVID-19 or flu viruses kill, they often have an accomplice – bacterial infections
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- The Columbus Dispatch
Pediatric research: Gene therapy for cancer is no science fiction
A study in Science Advances reports proof-of-concept results for a gene therapy cancer treatment. This therapy is important for a few reasons.