Tag: #health

Alarming Decline in U.S. Children's Health Over 17 Years: Study

Study finds significant decline in U.S. children's health over 17 years, urging urgent policy and community action.

#health, #children, #usa, #publichealth, #healthcare

Breakthrough Ultra-Thin Implant Shows Promise in Spinal Cord Injury Treatment

Ultra-thin implant aids spinal cord injury recovery in rats without causing inflammation, paving the way for potential human treatment.

#science, #health, #spinalcordinjury, #research, #innovation

Western Europe Swelters Under Unprecedented Heatwave

Western Europe faces record heatwave as temperatures soar above 40°C, prompting health alerts and infrastructure concerns.

#europe, #heatwave, #climatechange, #weather, #health

Researchers Unveil AI System to Revolutionize Public Health Data Monitoring

AI system boosts health data review speed 54x, aiding timely public health interventions.

#health, #ai, #publichealth, #datamonitoring

FDA Approves Updated COVID-19 Vaccines Targeting KP.2 Variant Amid Surge

FDA approves new COVID-19 vaccines for KP.2 variant amid U.S. surge, aligning with CDC guidance for enhanced protection.

#covid19, #vaccines, #fda, #health, #cdc

U.S. Health Secretary Launches Campaign for Wearable Health Devices

HHS campaign promotes wearables like heart rate monitors to boost health under MAHA initiative, led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

#health, #wearables, #technology, #MAHA

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Organic Eggs Affects Seven States

79 infections, 21 hospitalizations linked to contaminated eggs from August Egg Company spurring a massive recall and health warnings.

#health, #salmonella, #usda, #recall

UK Prepares for First Heatwave of 2025 with Temperatures Set to Soar

The UK braces for a heatwave, with temperatures reaching 34°C, raising health concerns.

#uk, #heatwave, #climatechange, #health, #weather

Heat Dome to Bring Extreme Temperatures and Health Risks Across U.S.

A severe heat dome will hit major U.S. cities, including Chicago, Denver, and Pittsburgh, posing significant health risks. Precautions are advised.

#heatwave, #weather, #health, #climatechange

FDA Launches Commissioner's National Priority Voucher Program to Speed Drug Reviews

FDA's CNPV program to fast-track drug reviews, aligning with national health priorities. Launching in 2025 as a pilot.

#fda, #drugreview, #health, #pharmaceuticals

U.S. Faces Major Measles Outbreak in Undervaccinated Communities

Over 1,000 measles cases hit U.S., centered in Texas, highlighting vaccination challenges.

#measles, #outbreak, #vaccination, #health, #cdc

CDC Protests Erupt as Employees Demand Resignation of Health Secretary

CDC employees protest against staffing cuts and demand Health Secretary's resignation amid budget reductions.

#cdc, #health, #protests, #budgetcuts, #publichealth

Groundbreaking Studies Unlock Secrets of Blood Aging and Limb Regeneration

New research offers insights into blood aging and axolotl limb regeneration, paving way for potential medical breakthroughs.

#science, #research, #aging, #regeneration, #health

NIAID Launches Phase 1 Clinical Trial for Universal Influenza Vaccine

NIH's NIAID starts a Phase 1 trial at Duke University for a universal flu vaccine using mRNA technology.

#health, #niaid, #influenza, #vaccine, #clinicaltrial

Controversial MAHA Report Challenges U.S. Children's Health Policies

The MAHA Commission's report critiques ultra-processed foods, corporate influence, and vaccine schedules, sparking debate on children's health policies.

#health, #children, #vaccines, #chronicillness, #MAHA