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Released: 1-Oct-2024 8:05 AM EDT
Study Highlights Pervasiveness of Inflammation in American Diet
Ohio State University

Almost six in 10 Americans have pro-inflammatory diets, increasing the risk of health problems including heart disease and cancer, according to a new study that used a tool designed to examine inflammation in the diet.

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Released: 30-Sep-2024 9:05 AM EDT
Getting the Flu and Then Your Shot May Benefit Immunity
University of Georgia

In a new study funded by the National Institutes of Health, University of Georgia researchers found that natural immunity from previous flu infections has a significant impact on how well future influenza vaccinations work.

Released: 26-Sep-2024 2:05 PM EDT
The Fight Against Lead: Progress Made, but Dangers Remain
Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Rutgers Health expert warns of ongoing risks from consumer products – and calls for increased global cooperation.

Released: 26-Sep-2024 1:05 PM EDT
Why Flu Shots Are Important for Kids
Children's Hospital Los Angeles

If it’s autumn, then it must be influenza season, which means it’s time to consider flu shots for your family.The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), American Academy of Pediatrics, and Infectious Diseases Society of America recommend that everyone approved to receive a flu shot get one—including children ages 6 months and older.

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Released: 26-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
The Cost of Unhealthy Aging
Hevolution Foundation

With a rapidly aging global population, investing in longevity science can bridge the 10–year gap between lifespan and healthspan. A breakthrough could save trillions in healthcare costs, improving health outcomes and economic resilience for all, writes Dr. Mehmood Khan.

Newswise: World Rabies Day 2024: Experts Encourage Education, Vaccination, and Collaboration to Combat Rabies
Released: 26-Sep-2024 9:05 AM EDT
World Rabies Day 2024: Experts Encourage Education, Vaccination, and Collaboration to Combat Rabies
Virginia Tech

Rabies is a virus that affects the central nervous system in mammals, leading to brain inflammation. Rabies is almost always fatal once there are symptoms, but it is also 100 percent preventable with proper precautions and vaccination. Understanding the risks and taking preventative measures is essential in protecting animals, families, and communities.

     
Released: 26-Sep-2024 9:05 AM EDT
New MSU Research Shows How Some Agriculture Practices Impact Food Safety, Health
Michigan State University

Agriculture is the world’s largest industry. It employs more than one billion people and generates over $1.3 trillion dollars’ worth of food annually, but some farm practices have serious negative impacts on the environment, which is why sustainable agricultural practices have been championed.

   
Newswise: Alarming Surge: Global Crisis of Childhood Overweight and Obesity
Released: 26-Sep-2024 8:30 AM EDT
Alarming Surge: Global Crisis of Childhood Overweight and Obesity
Florida Atlantic University

Since 1990, childhood obesity has nearly doubled globally, with the U.S. at the forefront. In Southern Europe, 10-15% of children are obese, while Asia has nearly half of all overweight kids under 5. Nearly 70% of the average U.S. child's diet consists of ultra-processed foods, which are increasingly consumed by children under 24 months, raising obesity risks and reducing immunological protection. Addressing pediatric obesity requires a multifaceted approach from tackling the influence of social media and advertising on children’s food choices to increasing physical activity.

Released: 25-Sep-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Expert Available: High Blood Pressure on the Rise for Pregnant Women
George Washington University

More pregnant women are being diagnosed with a dangerous form of high blood pressure called eclampsia, according to a story in NPR. Eclampsia causes the heart to work extra hard and can damage organs... ...

Newswise: Patients Recovering From Lung Cancer Surgery Impacted by Wildfire Disasters, According to New Findings
23-Sep-2024 10:00 AM EDT
Patients Recovering From Lung Cancer Surgery Impacted by Wildfire Disasters, According to New Findings
American Cancer Society (ACS)

New research by scientists at the American Cancer Society (ACS) shows patients impacted by a wildfire disaster while recovering from lung cancer surgery have a longer in-hospital length of stay (LOS) than similar patients treated at the same facility at times when no disasters happened. The findings will be presented at the annual American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Quality Care Symposium in San Francisco, September 27 – 28, 2024.

   
Released: 23-Sep-2024 1:05 PM EDT
UC Irvine Grad Student Training Program Aims to Broaden Access to Cardiovascular Care
University of California, Irvine

Irvine, Calif., Sept. 23, 2024 — Recent medical and biotechnology advances have helped people suffering from cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the United States, but new treatments have not been distributed evenly or equitably throughout society, according to researchers at the University of California, Irvine.

Released: 23-Sep-2024 12:05 PM EDT
Searching for a Vaccine Against an Ancient Scourge
University of North Carolina School of Medicine

With data from extensive genomic surveys of the syphilis bacterium – correlated with clinical information from patients – an international team of researchers and doctors are on the hunt for proteins on the surface of the microbe that don’t vary and could be good targets for a much-needed vaccine

Newswise: Telemedicine Improved Doctors’ Quality of Patient Care During COVID Pandemic, New Study Shows
Released: 23-Sep-2024 11:05 AM EDT
Telemedicine Improved Doctors’ Quality of Patient Care During COVID Pandemic, New Study Shows
Binghamton University, State University of New York

Telemedicine actually improves the quality of care and increases physician satisfaction in delivering that care, according to new research from Binghamton University, State University of New York.

Released: 23-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
UWF Alumni, Community Advocates Stephen and Mona Wright Gift $500,000 to Establish New Institute
University of West Florida

UWF alumni, community advocates Stephen and Mona Wright gift $500,000 to establish new institute

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19-Sep-2024 4:05 PM EDT
COVID-19 Hits Older Adults Hardest; Which Ones Want the Updated Vaccine
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan

A poll of people over the age of 50 shows that just under half are likely to get the updated COVID-19 vaccine, though those in the highest-risk age groups are more likely.

Newswise: New Strategies to Combat Biofilm Formation in the Food Industry to Enhance Food Safety
Released: 23-Sep-2024 5:05 AM EDT
New Strategies to Combat Biofilm Formation in the Food Industry to Enhance Food Safety
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A research team reveals that biofilm formation on food-contact surfaces in the food supply chain poses a significant challenge, providing an environment for harmful bacteria that can lead to foodborne illnesses and degrade food quality.

Newswise: Environmental Study Highlights High Levels of Air and Water Pollution Near Industrial Zones in Delta Nigeria
Released: 21-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Environmental Study Highlights High Levels of Air and Water Pollution Near Industrial Zones in Delta Nigeria
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A research team has uncovered alarming levels of air and water pollution near cement and oil factories in Delta, Nigeria.



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