Canadian teen’s bird flu infection is not the version found in cows - STAT

A Canadian teen who is in critical condition after contracting H5N1 bird flu was infected with a version of the virus that is different from the one circulating in U.S. cattle.

Study Revolutionize Restless Legs Syndrome Treatment - Neuroscience News

Researchers released new clinical guidelines for treating restless legs syndrome (RLS), emphasizing patient-centered care and evidence-based updates.

Minimally invasive neural interface allows brain access without skull opening - Medical Xpress

A team of researchers led by Rice University's Jacob Robinson and the University of Texas Medical Branch's Peter Kan has developed a technique for diagnosing, managing and treating neurological disorders with minimal surgical risks. The team's findings were p…

5 Medications That Interact With the Flu Shot - AARP

It's flu season and some medications can make the influenza vaccine less effective. Find out which medications to avoid before and after a flu shot.

Vitamin D supplements may help reduce blood pressure, study finds - Medical News Today

Vitamin D supplementation may help manage hypertension, particularly in older adults with overweight or obesity, a new study suggests.

What makes walking so great for your health and what else you need to do - Yahoo Life

The 71-year-old retiree starts each morning this way with a walking club. Medical experts agree that walking is an easy way to improve physical and mental...

Battle Creek medical center set to close its doors, impacting community healthcare - WWMT-TV

A medical facility in Battle Creek will soon be closing its doors, called Battle Creek Endoscopy and Surgery Center.

Chronic Inflammation Is Both Dangerous and Very Common—Here’s How to Know If You Have It - Health.com

Chronic inflammation has been shown to negatively affect the whole body, from cognition to joint health. Despite these serious impacts, there is no routine testing for inflammation.

Canadian teen in critical condition with bird flu; source of exposure is unknown - CNN

A Canadian teenager is hospitalized in critical condition with bird flu, health officials reported Tuesday.

Indicators of an aging brain: A 20-year study - Medical Xpress

Johns Hopkins University-led researchers, working with the Biomarkers for Older Controls at Risk for Dementia (BIOCARD) cohort, have found that certain factors are linked to faster brain shrinkage and quicker progression from normal thinking abilities to mild…

Doing These Simple Everyday Tasks Can Help Your Brain Age Backwards, New Research Shows - Best Life

Yet another study supports the idea that any movement is better than no movement.

Marburg virus disease - Rwanda - World Health Organization

On 9 November 2024, the recommended 42-day countdown to declare the end of the Marburg virus disease (MVD) outbreak in Rwanda commenced, the day after the last confirmed patient tested negative for MVD by polymerase chain reaction (PCR). As of 8 November 2024…

New AI tool ferrets out long-COVID cases from patient records, estimates 23% prevalence - University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The algorithm was roughly 3% more accurate than the relevant diagnostic code and less biased toward certain populations, the authors say.

Study IDs 2 enzymes that mediate toxic effects of saturated fats in MS - Multiple Sclerosis News Today

Two enzymes in brain cells are responsible for mediating the toxic effects of certain fat molecules in multiple sclerosis, per a mouse study.

Taking drugs like LSD and ecstasy can increase your risk of schizophrenia, according to new study - New York Post

Psychedelics have been growing in popularity across North America for recreational and therapeutic use, with celebrities like Kristen Bell and Aaron Rodgers publicly sharing their experiences.

Your resting heart rate can tell you a lot about your health. Here’s what your pulse should be at every age - Fortune

Your resting heart rate is a vital sign that provides a window into your heart health—especially as you age, according to the American Heart Association.