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Revolutionizing Allergy Management: Innovative Therapy Shows Promise in Preventing Allergic Reactions

January 25, 2024 by Ebenezer Owusu-Acheampong

For individuals grappling with allergies to peanuts, cats, or pollen, a groundbreaking targeted therapy might offer a new ray of hope. Researchers from Northwestern University have pioneered a therapy utilizing nanoparticles designed to deactivate mast cells, the culprits behind immediate allergic responses. The study, conducted on mice, demonstrated a remarkable 100% success rate in preventing … Read more

Surge in Heart Infections Among Young Americans Linked to Drug Abuse

December 15, 2023 by Yusuf Khalidi

While the overall rates of a serious heart infection are declining in the United States, a concerning exception emerges among young adults, driven by a rise in injected drug abuse, according to a recent report. In the study led by Dr. Sudarshan Balla, an associate professor of medicine at the West Virginia University Heart and … Read more

Teen Marijuana Use: Beyond Getting High, It’s About Enjoyment and Coping

December 14, 2023 by Li Wei

New research reveals that teenagers who frequently use marijuana do so for either enjoyment or coping purposes, shedding light on the complex motivations behind cannabis use among adolescents. The study found that teens using marijuana for pleasure or as a coping mechanism show an increased demand for the substance. This heightened demand translates to a … Read more

Plant-Based Diets Cut Diabetes Risk

December 14, 2023 by Emmanuel Agyemang

A recent study reveals that adopting a healthy plant-based diet can significantly decrease the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 24%. This protective effect extends to individuals with a genetic predisposition to diabetes or those with risk factors such as obesity, advanced age, or insufficient physical activity. Researchers have not only identified the overall … Read more

Diabetes and Weight-Loss Medications May Reduce Colon Cancer Risks, New Study Suggests

December 10, 2023 by Chinwe Eze

Diabetes Meds Like Ozempic, Mounjaro Might Also Lower Risks for Colon Cancer

Recent research from Case Western Reserve School of Medicine in Cleveland hints at potential benefits beyond diabetes management and weight loss for widely used medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound. These drugs, falling under the category of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), could also lower the risk of colon cancer, according to the … Read more

PrEP: Preventative HIV drug highly effective, study says

December 7, 2023 by Emily Thompson

A groundbreaking drug designed to thwart HIV infection has exhibited significant real-world effectiveness, according to a comprehensive study involving 24,000 participants across England. Described as “reassuring,” the findings underscore PrEP’s (pre-exposure prophylaxis) potential as a highly successful preventative treatment. Conducted by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) in collaboration with the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital … Read more

One Death, 10 Hospitalizations in Listeria Outbreak Tied to Peaches, Plums

November 30, 2023November 27, 2023 by Eleanor Mitchell

Peaches, nectarines, and plums contaminated with Listeria have resulted in one fatality and the hospitalization of 10 individuals due to food poisoning across seven states, according to federal officials. The Listeria outbreak has also led to one premature birth, as reported by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The unfortunate incident occurred … Read more

Global Health Urgency: Climate and Health Take Center Stage at COP28

November 30, 2023November 27, 2023 by Ebenezer Owusu-Acheampong

In the lead-up to COP28, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the global health community are sounding a clarion call for immediate action on the nexus of climate change and health. This concerted effort aims to thrust health considerations to the forefront of global discussions, compelling leaders and negotiators to recognize their responsibility in safeguarding … Read more

FDA Investigates Cinnamon as Possible Source of Lead Contamination in Fruit Puree Products

November 26, 2023 by Aditya Pratama

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported on Friday that early findings suggest cinnamon may be the culprit behind elevated lead levels in fruit puree pouches, causing illness in 34 children.

UN-Led Mission Evacuates Critical Patients from Al-Shifa Hospital Amid Ongoing Conflict

November 25, 2023 by Yusuf Khalidi

On the 22nd of November, in collaboration with the Palestine Red Crescent Society, WHO engaged in its third joint UN mission to relocate 151 patients, along with their relatives and accompanying health workers, from Al-Shifa Hospital in northern Gaza.