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Sri Lanka deploys military to combat escalating dengue fever outbreak
Sri Lanka has deployed military personnel to assist in an urgent anti-dengue campaign following a surge of 68,672 infections and 49 confirmed deaths.
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Up to 45% of dementia risk can be prevented or delayed: WHO
The World Health Organization has released updated guidelines identifying modifiable health and lifestyle factors that can prevent or delay dementia. Researchers are also exploring new diagnostic blood tests and experimental drug therapies to address cognitive decline.
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Congo Ebola outbreak tops 2,000 cases as health workers strike
Frontline health workers in Ituri province have launched strikes over unpaid wages as the Ebola death toll rises and transmission chains remain unidentified.
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House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent
The House voted to end the biannual ritual of changing clocks by moving toward permanent daylight saving time. The bill must now clear the Senate.
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Congo Ebola outbreak likely four times larger than official data suggests
Experts warn that the true scale of the DRC's Ebola crisis is likely hidden, as most new cases in Bunia appear outside of established contact lists.
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Common risk factors for dementia vary between rich, poor countries: Study
A study of over 214,000 individuals across 14 countries shows that dementia risk factors shift based on a nation's wealth, challenging universal prevention models.
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US bans citizens in Congo from flights home over Ebola outbreak concerns
The US administration has enacted a temporary ban on direct commercial flights from the DRC and mandated centralized health screening for travelers.
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Michigan health officials identify leafy greens as potential parasite source
Michigan health authorities have identified lettuce and salad greens as a potential source for a sprawling cyclosporiasis outbreak. Officials are advising consumers to thoroughly wash or cook produce to mitigate the risk of this parasitic infection.
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Europe recorded 10,000 excess deaths during late-June heat wave, data shows
Data from the EuroMOMO network confirms 10,650 excess deaths across 27 countries during the final week of June, a spike linked to record-breaking heat.
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Congo Ebola outbreak reaches new provinces as treatment workers strike
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has officially expanded into the Tshopo and Haut-Uele provinces. Meanwhile, ongoing labor strikes at a treatment center in Ituri are complicating the public health response.
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German hospital treats U.S. Ebola patient infected in Congo
A U.S. citizen working for a humanitarian organization in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been admitted to a Frankfurt hospital with the Ebola virus. The patient is in stable condition, and officials state there is no risk to the general public.
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Sri Lanka urges parents to dress preschool children protectively for dengue
Authorities have issued guidance for preschool children to wear protective clothing as the nation faces a spike in dengue fever transmissions. The appeal aims to minimize mosquito exposure during a critical high-risk period.
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Cut off from Kinshasa, Congo's AFC/M23 rebels built their own Ebola response
The AFC/M23 rebel group has established a parallel healthcare administration in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo to manage an Ebola outbreak.
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Hypertension rates rise among young adults in India
Recent data reveals a surge in high blood pressure among Indians under 40, driven by sedentary lifestyles and high sodium intake. Experts warn of a growing risk of heart attack and stroke.
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CDC investigates surge of cyclosporiasis cases across 18 US states
Health officials are monitoring an outbreak of the intestinal parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis across 31 states. Investigators have not yet identified a specific source for the surge in cases.
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Africa CDC, WHO chiefs to visit DRC's Ebola epicenter to accelerate response
The heads of Africa CDC and the WHO are conducting a joint mission to the Democratic Republic of the Congo to coordinate efforts against a spreading Ebola outbreak.
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Guggenheim Museum among buildings testing positive for Legionella bacteria
New York City health authorities identified 31 buildings with cooling towers testing positive for Legionella during an investigation into a disease cluster. The Guggenheim Museum has completed mandatory disinfection and remains open.
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US citizen working in DR Congo tests positive for Ebola
Dr. Peter Stafford has been evacuated to Germany after contracting the Ebola virus while working for a humanitarian organization in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The CDC has responded by implementing enhanced screening and travel restrictions for the region.
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Ebola outbreak spreads in Congo as health officials struggle to track cases
Health officials warn that the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is likely much larger than official reports suggest due to widespread undetected community transmission.
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American doctor tests positive for Ebola in Democratic Republic of Congo
Dr. Peter Stafford was evacuated to Berlin for specialized treatment following an Ebola diagnosis in the DRC. The CDC has responded by implementing new travel restrictions to prevent the spread of the virus.