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[ad_1] As they travel, farm animals can also leave pathogens in their wake. In one study , scientists found that disease-causing bacteria, including some that were resistant to antibiotics, flowed off moving poultry trucks and into the cars behind them. The trucks were “just disseminating these antibiotic-resistant bacteria,” said Ana Rule, an expert on bioaerosols at Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health and an author of the study. Contaminated transport vehicles have also been known to spread pathogens long after the infected animals have disembarked and may be playing a role in the dairy cow outbreak, officials have said. Infected animals can then spark outbreaks at their destinations, including livestock auctions, which often attract animals too old, sick or small for the commercial food supply. Such auctions “would be a great place for H5N1 to move from cattle into swine,” Ms. Linder said. Pigs are particularly concerning. They can be infected by multiple

[ad_1] A new implant targeting Parkinson's disease has restored one man's ability to walk after 25 years of suffering from the disease, according to a study published in the journal  Nature Medicine on Monday. Marc Gauthier, 63, was diagnosed with Parkinson's at age 36 and experienced decreased locomotive functioning as the illness progressed. With help from the experimental, surgically implanted device, he is now able to walk over three miles without stopping, according to the study. "Getting into an elevator ... sounds simple. For me, before, it was impossible," Gauthier said in an interview with NeuroRestore , a Swiss research and treatment center that works to restore neurological functions. "I was skating, I was freezing. Now ... I have no problem," he added. Interview provided by .NeuroRestore. by NPG Press on YouTube Parkinson's is a brain disorder that results in degeneration of the nervous syst

[ad_1] An estimated 300 patients are diagnosed with nose cancer every year in Singapore. iStock Singaporean Members of Parliament (MPs) Liang Eng Hwa and Baey Yam Keng have recently been diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer, a rare form of nose cancer.   The disease's silent onset makes early detection challenging, highlighting the importance of understanding its risk factors and symptoms. Nasopharyngeal cancer predominantly affects Chinese individuals, especially those of southern Chinese descent, and is more prevalent in males aged 30 to 60. According to Dr Donovan Eu, a consultant in Otolaryngology, "Nose cancer is fairly common in Singapore and Southeast Asia, and mostly affects Chinese people." Early symptoms of nasopharyngeal cancer may be minimal, including nosebleeds, headaches, blocked ears, nasal blockages, and blood-stained phlegm. However, as the disease progresses, patients may experience neck lumps and double vision.  Dr Eu highlights the challenge i

[ad_1] The family of Bruce Willis, who is 67, announced this week that the actor has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD).  The news comes nearly a year after the announcement that Willis would be stepping away from acting due to a diagnosis of aphasia , a language disorder that impacts the ability to speak, read and write. A study by researchers with New York City's Columbia University found that one in every 10 adults over 65 has some form of dementia.  BRUCE WILLIS' DEMENTIA BATTLE: ICONIC STAR'S JOURNEY FROM ACTION HERO TO FAMILY MAN While most people are familiar with Alzheimer’s disease , which is the most common type, FTD is likely not as well-known. FTD, as defined by Johns Hopkins Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland , is "a group of disorders that occur when nerve cells in the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain are lost. This causes the lobes to shrink. FTD can affect behavior, personality, language and movement." Actor Bruce Willis’

[ad_1] Yeast are good model organisms for studying ageing as they share many of the same cellular machinery as animals and humans. According to researchers at the Babraham Institute in UK, healthy ageing is achievable through dietary change without restriction by potentially optimising diet, and that ill-health is not an inevitable part of the ageing process. Scientists have long known that caloric restriction -- intentionally consuming far less calories than normal without becoming malnourished -- improves health in later life and may even extend life.  However, studies in mice show that caloric restriction really needs to be maintained throughout life to achieve this impact, and the health benefits disappear when a normal diet is resumed.  The new research, published in the journal PLOS Biology, conducted in yeast suggests an alternative to calorie restriction can lead to improved health through the lifecycle. “We show that diet in early life can switch yeast onto a

[ad_1] Every year on July 22, there is a global healthcare celebration known as World Brain Day, often referred to as International Brain Day. The previous nine years have seen the continuation of this commemoration, which is an important opportunity to spread awareness of all brain disorders. World Brain Day's theme is "Brain Health and Disability: Leave No One Behind." This international movement strives to close the information gap and increase public awareness of impairments to brain health.  In an exclusive conversation with Zee English, Dr Gurneet Singh Sawhney, Sr. Consultant - Neuro & Spine Surgery, Fortis Hospital shares the vital connection between sleep and brain health. cre Trending Stories Dr Gurmeet says, "A healthy work-life balance involves adequate time for sleep and recuperation, which is a challenge these days. But, in pursuit of performance and delivery, people overlook or undervalue the sleep factor, which is very important for a

[ad_1] If you're feeling — YAWN — sleepy or tired while you read this and wish you could get some more shut-eye, you're not alone. A majority of Americans say they would feel better if they could have more sleep, according to a new poll. But in the U.S., the ethos of grinding and pulling yourself up by your own bootstraps is ubiquitous, both in the country's beginnings and our current environment of always-on technology and work hours. And getting enough sleep can seem like a dream. The Gallup poll, released Monday, found 57% of Americans say they would feel better if they could get more sleep, while only 42% say they are getting as much sleep as they need. That’s a first in Gallup polling since 2001; in 2013, when Americans were last asked, it was just about the reverse — 56% saying they got the needed sleep and 43% saying they didn’t. IMPROVE YOUR SLEEP BY OPTIMIZING 6 BIOMARKERS: ‘INTEGRAL TO HEALTH’ Younger women, under the age of 50, were especially likely to rep

[ad_1] A lack of personal assistants is leaving some disabled people housebound, a charity has warned. [ad_2] Source link https://worldnews2023.com/health/personal-assistant-shortage-leaving-disabled-people-stuck-at-home/?feed_id=304394&_unique_id=66577c8249ed8

[ad_1] Indulging in the sweet pleasures of life while managing diabetes might seem challenging, but incorporating Anjeer, also known as figs, into your daily diet could be a natural and nutritious solution. Figs offer a sweet taste coupled with a host of health benefits, making them a suitable option for those seeking better blood sugar regulation. Why include this dry fruit? Dry fruits have a high concentration of nutrients like vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fibre and natural sugars like sucrose or fructose, which makes them sweet. However, not all dry fruits are good for people suffering from diabetes as they may have a high glycemic index and may contain a high amount of sugar, which may lead to sudden spikes, but Anjeer or figs make for a healthy alternative to sugar. Moreover, anjeer is loaded with essential nutrients like protein, magnesium, iron, folate, and vitamins C, K, and A to name a few. Here are a few ways in which anjeer may potentially contribute to re

[ad_1] Travelers from China will need to test negative for COVID-19 before boarding flights to the U.S. starting next week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Wednesday. The testing requirement will apply to travelers from mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau, and covers all passengers regardless of their nationality or vaccination status, the CDC said.  Americans should also "reconsider travel to China, Hong Kong, and Macau," the CDC now urges. In a  travel alert  published Wednesday, the agency cited "reports that the healthcare system is overwhelmed," along with the risk of new variants. Beyond masking while traveling in places like airports or planes, the CDC also recommends that Americans visiting China wear masks while indoors in public. The moves come amid a record wave of infections in China since it relaxed its "zero COVID" policy in early December. The Chinese government has

[ad_1] Health officials in Massachusetts say that they have detected a strain of gonorrhea in two individuals that has shown a reduced response to multiple antibiotics. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health made the announcement on Thursday. Officials said that this marks the first time that a strain of gonorrhea that shows a resistance or reduced response to antibiotics has been detected inside the United States. Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection that is bacterial, and can come with little to no symptoms. According to the health agency, it can "result in pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, and other health problems" if untreated. COVID OMICRON SUBVARIANT XBB: WHY THE NUMBER OF CASES IS LIKELY FAR GREATER THAN REPORTED Doctor vial of drugs. (iStock) The particular strain of gonorrhea detected by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health's State Public Health Laboratory has been seen in Asia-Pacific countries as well as i

[ad_1] Face yoga: Face yoga consists of a few easy poses that you must massage or tap on your face in certain directions, which stimulates your facial muscles and enhances blood flow, giving you a radiant face. According to a 2018 study, facial "yoga" helps enhance skin look and can rejuvenate the ageing face by, most likely, causing underlying muscles to develop. Your skin will always be healthy thanks to facial yoga in two crucial ways: 1) The muscles that make up our faces droop with ageing. By strengthening these facial muscles with facial yoga, our skin will remain firm. 2) It improves blood circulation, which gives skin a healthy glow and makes it appear youthful. Peace of mind and spiritual harmony are important components of our daily beauty routine. We rarely consider the fact that the majority of our skin issues are related to multiple liquid imbalances in our bodies, poor blood flow, lack of exercise, and stress as well. Malaika Arora, an actor,

[ad_1] The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Wednesday it was working with multiple health departments to investigate new mpox cases around the country, less than a month after officials had hailed the weekly pace of new infections slowing to zero nationwide. News of the CDC's investigations come a day after Chicago health officials warned they had tracked a resurgence of infections from mpox, formerly called monkeypox, many among fully vaccinated residents. "Most weeks we didn't see a single mpox case, maybe one or two in a higher week. But just these last couple of weeks we saw two, then five, now another six coming in," Dr. Allison Arwady, commissioner of Chicago's health department, said Tuesday . Of 13 newly confirmed or probable cases in the city, nine of them were among men who had been fully vaccinated, local officials said in an alert distributed to healthcare providers.  None of the

[ad_1] When Natashja Wilson noticed symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse she had no idea what was happening. [ad_2] Source link https://worldnews2023.com/health/i-noticed-a-bulging-lump-sensation-in-my-vagina/?feed_id=303875&_unique_id=665171bb04089

[ad_1] Our skin, the largest organ in the human body, often serves as a mirror reflecting our emotional and mental state. This intricate interplay between our skin health and mental well-being is the focus of a burgeoning field known as psychodermatology. In this article, we delve into the profound connection between our emotional state and the health of our skin. In an exclusive interview with Dr Manasi Shirolikar, Consultant Dermatologist and Founder of Online Consulting Brand drmanasiskin.com talks about the the connection between skin health and mental health and how our skin tell us more about our emotional state than anything else. Stress and its Impact on Skin Health Stress, anxiety, and other emotional upheavals can significantly affect our skin, leading to various dermatological concerns. Stress, being one of the primary culprits, triggers a cascade of responses in the body, releasing hormones like cortisol. Elevated cortisol levels can contribute to skin issues s

[ad_1] Winter means curling up under warm blankets, hot chocolate, and eating all that calorie-rich food which you are unable to have in summer. But this also means weight gain and less physical activity, which can adversely impact your heart. In extreme cases, heart attacks also happen and experts admit that the cold season increases the chances of heart attack. Reasons Why Heart Attacks Are More Common In Winter  Dr Akash Shah, Consultant Pathologist, Neuberg Supratech Reference Laboratories, shares, "Heart attacks are more common in winter due to various factors. The cold weather can constrict blood vessels, increasing blood pressure and strain on the heart. People tend to be less physically active in winter, leading to weight gain and higher cholesterol levels. Additionally, winter months often see an increase in respiratory infections, which can trigger inflammation and stress on the heart." He adds, "Seasonal changes in hormones and vitamin D deficiency m