The latest guidance from health officials in Leeds has been issued to help people protect themselves and their loved ones from COVID-19 in the run-up to the festive season. With ongoing uncertainty around the potential impact of the new Omicron variant …
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Update regarding Omicron variant and latest advice for Leeds
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Aaron Baggish, MD: Making Sense of the Cardiovascular Risks of COVID-19 – HCPLive
… Massachusetts General Hospital, presenting on how clinicians should focus on cardiovascular disease prevention in this patient population.
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One in 10 living with diabetes, 44 per cent undiagnosed globally – The Indian Express
India, which ranks number two in the world after China with 74.2 millions living with diabetes currently, is projected to see 124.9 millions …
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Omicron could be more contagious, less dangerous. That would be ‘good news for the human race.’
Close up image of the omicron variant of the novel coronavirus. “This it looks to be a highly infectious virus, but it may not be as virulent or as pathogenic as the delta …
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Genetic variant linked to Amish community could pave way for new heart disease therapies …
Scientists have known about rare and common genetic variants that influence cardiovascular disease, but few gene mutations have been found to …
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VDH reports ‘sporadic’ flu cases across Virginia, urges vaccinations
“Some experts have suggested that because there was little flu virus activity last year, natural immunity may be lower than in an average flu season. This development makes getting the influenza vaccine this season even more important,” said Respiratory …
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Health expert describes where a COVID-19 surge could happen next
As the world grapples with a new COVID-19 variant, one infectious disease expert is predicting how the omicron variant could bring on a new surge in infections around the country. Michael Osterholm, …
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Blood pressure climbed during coronavirus pandemic, especially among women, study suggests
(CNN) US adults — especially women — have seen a rise in blood pressure during the coronavirus pandemic, a new study suggests. The study, published Monday in the journal Circulation, included data on 464,585 employees and their spouses or partners …
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Benefits of vaccinating children outweigh risks
The TGA provisionally approved the Pfizer vaccine for primary school children aged five to 11 years on Sunday, with an ATAGI announcement expected soon to guide use in children, including the recommended gap between vaccines doses.
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Quality of life in heart failure patients may be improved with Canagliflozin category
The CHIEF- HF trial results have shown that treating heart failure (HF) patients with canagliflozin a sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) …
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Phil Zeitler, MD: Risk Factor Development in Youth-Onset Type 2 Diabetes – HCPLive
The data was presented at the The Metabolic Institute of America (TMIOA) 2021 World Congress Insulin Resistance Diabetes & Cardiovascular Disease …
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Connecticut Man Who Tested Positive For Omicron Variant Resting At Home With Mild Symptoms, Gov. Lamont Says
“The big question is whether or not Omicron will outcompete Delta. Remember, Delta is dominant, and that’s an extremely dangerous variant,” said Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove, a World Health Organization infectious disease epidemiologist.
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SD Mines student receives major award for cardiovascular studies – KOTA
She said that this work is close to her heart, as her family has a history with heart disease, and hopes her work can make breakthroughs in the …
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Silent Assassin: One famous country town and its battle of the bulge – Manning River Times
news, local-news, Tamworth, Silent Assassin, Diabetes, McDonald's, Ray Kelly. Known and loved nationwide for its Big Golden Guitar and love of …
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Christine McGuinness shares ‘unusual’ plans for Christmas Day with family
For anyone who may not understand this, food aversion can be quite common for those with autism. This isn’t lazy parenting or fussy children, this is sensory issues due to their condition that limits what our children eat. I am delighted they are very …
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Cars spew more ammonia than suspected, pandemic data suggests – UPI.com
Ammonia is a common air pollutant that's a major cause of lung and heart disease, especially in cities. Advertisement.
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Silent Assassin: Weight loss and improved sleep among the potential benefits of lowering …
If you've got diabetes, you can expect improved blood sugar levels almost immediately. This is because most of the excess blood sugar comes directly …
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Omicron scare: New rapid test identifies how antibodies fight Covid-19 variants
Biomedical engineers of Duke University have developed a test to quickly and easily assess how well a person’s neutralizing antibodies fight multiple variants of COVID-19 like Delta and the new Omicron variant.
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How Big Tobacco used bad science to avoid accountability — and set the blueprint for … – Salon.com
Whether it is chemical companies misleading about pollution, the sugar industry misleading about heart disease, energy companies and their climate …
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The Biggest Problem In My Sex Life? Diabetes – Refinery29
From thrush to vaginal dryness to a complete loss of sensation, diabetes makes sex complicated. And we need to talk about it.
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Breastfeeding tips for mothers with diabetes
By Dr Pranab Pathak. Some pregnant women may develop high blood sugar levels during the later part of pregnancy even though they did not have the condition earlier. This is called gestational diabetes. It is very important to keep the blood sugar level …
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How poor awareness about repeat attacks of this disease impacts Australians | PerthNow
A Heart Foundation survey of 400 heart attack patients reveals many weren't given resources to help them understand their condition or support their …
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A health scare inspired elite sports medico Dr Peter Brukner's mission to defeat diabetes
We're partnering with Dr Brukner to offer readers free access to his Defeat Diabetes app. Check your favourite ACM newspaper for details.
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Australia’s Medicine Regulator Approves Pfizer Vaccine for Children 5-11
By Lidia Kelly. MELBOURNE (Reuters) – Australia’s medicine regulator provisionally approved on Sunday the Pfizer Inc coronavirus vaccine for children between the ages of 5 and 11, with the health minister saying the rollout could begin from Jan. 10.
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Cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol linked to plastics: Study – ANI News
Washington [US], December 4 (ANI): Phthalate — a chemical used to make plastics more durable — has led to increased plasma cholesterol levels, …
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GPs in England get green light to provide less care and join Covid jab drive – The Guardian
Government says doctors can do less monitoring of people with diabetes and heart problems.
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Covid: Doctors’ leaders back postponed health checks
Doctors’ leaders have welcomed plans to allow GPs in England to defer some services to deliver Covid booster jabs instead. Practices can postpone minor surgery and routine health checks for over-75s and new patients until 31 March.
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Heart disease risk from saturated fats may depend on what foods they come from
It's important to investigate which foods containing saturated fats are linked to heart disease, rather than only considering saturated fat alone.
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Prepare a diabetes snack, win a prize | Chennai News – Times of India
CHENNAI: In commemoration of World Diabetes Day (November 14), the Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, is organizing a cookery …
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Old Bridge and Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey team up to combat opioid crisis
OLD BRIDGE – Mayor Owen Henry and the Old Bridge Municipal Alliance, government, police and school officials have teamed up with local businesses and the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ) to tackle the opioid crisis through education and …
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Schedule that checkup | News, Sports, Jobs
Aside from heart disease, cancer is the second leading cause of death in men. “With men, a lot of times we hear our number one cancer is prostate …
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Daytime meals may reduce health risks linked to night shift work – ScienceDaily
The researchers found that nighttime eating boosted glucose levels — a risk factor for diabetes — while restricting meals to the daytime …
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Health Department urges getting a flu shot
The Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department (LLCHD) reminds the public that flu season is here, and flu vaccine is the most effective way to reduce the risk of contracting influenza. Health officials note that being vaccinated against the flu can …
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Do You Really Lose Most of Your Body's Heat Through Your Head?
How Cold Weather Can Spell Trouble for Your Heart and Lungs. January 25, 2019 / Wellness. Man having a beer outside during winter.
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Cancer-Related Thyroidectomy Linked to Increased Diabetes Risk – Medscape
Compared with nonthyroid cancer patients, those receiving thyroidectomy for thyroid cancer show up to a 40% greater risk for diabetes.
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Pace of new COVID infections continues post-Thanksgiving rise
Maine health officials reported 795 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, continuing a post-Thanksgiving rise in the pace of infections. Two additional deaths were reported as well, including an individual in their …
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Do I Need Cholesterol Medication? – Forbes Health
You have a high risk of developing heart disease or stroke. … dangerous health risks, such as blood clots, chest pain, heart attack and stroke.
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Nearly $4K Raised By Mars Students For Diabetes – ButlerRadio.com – Butler, PA
Students at the Mars Area Centennial School raised nearly $4,000 through participation in a Diabetes Awareness Month fundraiser to benefit the …
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Idaho to offer CWD surveillance hunts after confirmation of deadly deer disease
Idaho Fish and Game will offer 1,527 deer tags for Chronic Wasting Disease surveillance hunts with the discounted tags sold on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 10 a.m. (MST) on Tuesday at IDFG regional offices only, according to an agency …
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Heart disease: Cyanosis is an early warning sign – what to look out for? – Daily Express
HEART disease early signs and symptoms can vary greatly and may not always be attributed to your blood not getting enough oxygen.
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Microvascular diabetes complications linked to adverse pregnancy outcomes | medwirenews.com
Nephropathy and retinopathy associated with increased risk for pregnancy complications in women with preexisting diabetes.
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The latest on the Omicron coronavirus variant
President Biden urged all Americans to get boosted as the US joins a growing number of countries that have confirmed cases of the new Omicron coronavirus variant. South Africa’s Covid-19 cases appear to be spiking at the fastest rate since the start of …
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Brown County Public Health encourages flu vaccine to stay healthy during pandemic
“Local healthcare systems capacity and staffing are fragile currently and as a community people owe it to our healthcare providers to be proactive in our own health prevention measures. Flu vaccination is the best measure in protecting ourselves …
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THIS is the best weight loss diet for a diabetic, as per a study – Times of India
Weight Loss Diet For Type 2 Diabetes: Weight gain is one of the signs of Type 2 diabetes. It happens due to insulin therapy, a common diabetes …
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Most common cause of death among smokers is heart disease not lung cancer: Study
CHICAGO —One in five people still smoke cigarettes in U.S.Most people don't realize dying from heart disease is more likely than lung cancer'The …
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COVID In Colorado: Cases & Hospitalizations Dropping Slightly
(CBS4) – The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment reported 1,936 cases on Nov. 27 and 1,060 new cases for the next day. The number of COVID hospitalizations is down slightly to 1,473 — the lowest number in about two weeks. (credit: CBS).
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Doctors encourage early testing for diabetes | who13.com
DES MOINES, Iowa — November is diabetes awareness month and doctors are encouraging patients to get tested early. “Taking early action can …
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American Heart Association launches new STEM program – ABC 36 News
“As cardiovascular disease continues to be the number one killer of women, ensuring more women are at the forefront of developing science, …
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Impact of genetic ancestry on viral infection response
Pathogens impose selection pressures on human genomes. Depending on local environments, over time this pressure may lead to population-specific genetic variation that differentially affects infectious disease susceptibility. Randolph et al. sought to …
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National Pet Diabetes Month: Raising awareness and making strides – DVM360
A general overview of canine and feline diabetes, plus the efforts the Diabetes PetCare Alliance is making to diagnose affected pets and provide …