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Mosquito attraction depends on human skin scent and carbon dioxide levels
Recent studies confirm that mosquito attraction is driven by a complex interplay of biology, environment, and genetics, including CO2 and skin compounds.
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Congo Ebola outbreak likely much larger due to undetected transmission
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is expanding rapidly, with health experts reporting significant undetected community transmission.
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Pakistan expands HIV curbs with syringe ban, screening of deportees
The Pakistani government has introduced stricter public health mandates, including a comprehensive syringe ban and new border screening protocols, to address the challenge of HIV transmission.
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DRC Ebola response hit by arson attacks
Arson attacks and mistrust of health protocols are hindering Ebola containment in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The WHO has raised the risk level to very high.
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DR Congo Ebola death toll hits 600 amid health worker protests
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached 600 deaths, with containment efforts struggling due to staff strikes and poor access.
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DR Congo: Ebola continues to spread, death toll passes 500
As the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak spreads in the DRC, health authorities and humanitarian agencies are working to provide care amid regional conflict.
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The next pandemic is not a matter of if, but when,' Oxford professor says
Global health experts warn that climate change and urbanization make future outbreaks inevitable, while funding cuts and public fatigue hinder preparedness.
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Ebola outbreak spreads in DR Congo as confirmed cases surpass 800
Health officials report that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is expanding due to population movement and a lack of approved vaccines.
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Rising popularity of unregulated peptides poses significant health risks
Health experts warn that many synthetic peptides marketed online for weight loss and muscle growth lack regulatory approval and safety testing.
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Men More Likely Than Women for Late-stage Cancer Diagnoses
A study of 2.4 million cancer cases shows that men are more often diagnosed at advanced stages than women. Experts suggest this gap may relate to healthcare engagement.
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Sri Lanka dengue cases rise to 61,060 as Western Province hospitals
Sri Lanka is grappling with a sharp increase in dengue infections as hospitals in the Western Province reach maximum capacity. Health authorities are pivoting to proactive vector control as monsoon rains fuel the rapid spread of the virus.
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Extreme heat waves prompt health experts to issue essential cooling tips
As extreme heat becomes a leading cause of weather-related fatalities, experts recommend specific hydration, scheduling, and cooling methods to stay safe.
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Measles death toll rises to 738 as 7 more children die in 24hrs
The measles crisis in Bangladesh has intensified as health authorities report 7 new child deaths, pushing the national death toll to 738. Officials continue to manage a high volume of new infections and pediatric hospital admissions.
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NYC health officials investigate cluster of 14 Legionnaires' disease cases
The New York City Department of Health is currently investigating a cluster of 14 cases of Legionnaires' disease in the Upper East Side neighborhoods.
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WHO launches global database on sexually transmitted infection prevalence
The World Health Organization has launched the STI Prevalence Atlas, an open-access repository consolidating research on five sexually transmitted infections. The platform aims to provide standardized data to help policymakers design targeted prevention strategies and monitor transmission.
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DR Congo reports 1,502 confirmed Ebola cases amid outbreak expansion
Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have reached 1,502, creating a public health crisis across the nation's eastern provinces. Medical authorities face significant containment hurdles as the virus spreads through areas affected by conflict.
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Hantavirus outbreak on M/V Hondius cruise ship causes 13 cases and 3 deaths
The World Health Organization has officially ended the outbreak of the Andes virus aboard the M/V Hondius cruise ship. The event resulted in 13 total cases and three deaths.
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DR Congo Ebola outbreak kills 438 as virus spreads to new provinces
A widening Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has reached 1,406 cases, spreading from Ituri province to urban hubs like Kisangani.
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CDC investigates 145 cases of Cyclospora parasite infection across 17 states
Federal health officials are tracking a surge in Cyclospora infections linked to contaminated produce, with localized clusters emerging in Michigan.
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DR Congo begins clinical trial for potential Ebola treatments
Health authorities have launched the PARTNERS clinical trial in the Democratic Republic of Congo to evaluate monoclonal antibodies and remdesivir. The study aims to determine the efficacy of these treatments against the rare Bundibugyo Ebola virus strain.