Pakistan Reports Over 20,000 Dengue Cases in 2024

Islamabad: Pakistan has recorded 20,057 dengue cases in 2024, according to data from the National Institute of Health (NIH), sources reported on Wednesday. The figures span from January 1 to November 15, highlighting the severity of the outbreak. Ten people have died from dengue this year. However, the report indicates a lack of data from …

New Mpox Strain Reported in U.S. Traveler

U.S. health officials have confirmed the first case of a new form of mpox, previously seen in eastern Congo, in a traveler returning from Africa. This marks the first such case in the United States. The individual, who was treated in Northern California, is now recovering with symptoms improving, and health experts have assured that …

Pakistan’s Smog Crisis: A Growing Threat to Public Health

Lahore, Pakistan’s second-largest city, has been grappling with record levels of smog, making daily life increasingly difficult for its 14 million residents. The keyword “smog crisis” highlights the severity of this environmental disaster, which has caused school closures, health issues, and disruptions in daily activities across the Punjab province. Smog Shuts Down Public Spaces To …

Canada Reports First Human Case of Bird Flu

Canada has confirmed its first human case of bird flu after a teenager in British Columbia tested positive for the H5 avian virus. Health authorities are investigating how the teenager contracted the virus. It is believed to have come from contact with infected birds or animals. The teenager is receiving treatment at a children’s hospital. …

Healthcare Access Woes Hit Western US

Americans in the western U.S. are facing significant challenges in accessing healthcare. States like Utah, Nevada, and Arizona rank among the lowest in healthcare accessibility due to limited resources, a shortage of qualified doctors, and high rates of uninsured residents. Utah Tops the List of Poor Healthcare Access A recent analysis by Forbes, using data …

Australia Faces Unprecedented Whooping Cough Outbreak

Australia is battling its largest whooping cough epidemic since vaccines were developed for the deadly disease. Health authorities are on high alert after recording 41,013 cases so far this year, surpassing the previous record of 38,748 cases in 2011. Officials project up to 45,000 cases by year’s end, with an average of 130 new infections …

Norovirus Surge Expected in the UK, Health Officials Warn Public

Health officials in the UK are warning of an increase in norovirus cases. Known as the “winter vomiting bug,” the virus also causes diarrhea and has seen a 16% rise in confirmed cases over the past two weeks. Compared to pre-Covid levels, current cases in England and Wales are more than double, signaling an early …

New Study Warns Ultra-Processed Food May Accelerate Aging

A new study suggests that popular breakfast ultra-processed food may speed up the aging process. While many opt for “healthy” breakfasts like fruit yogurt or toast, research from the Scientific Institute for Research, Hospitalization, and Healthcare (IRCCS) in Italy highlights a hidden danger in these choices. In the U.S., ultra-processed food, such as packaged snacks, …

AI Detects Breast Cancer Early for Woman After Routine Scan

A woman from Littlehampton, West Sussex, is “deeply grateful” to artificial intelligence (AI) for detecting her breast cancer. Sheila Tooth, 68, had a routine mammogram at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (UHSussex). While her scan had previously been given the all-clear, AI technology identified cancerous cells that were almost undetectable by human readers. Sheila …

Woman’s Rare Condition Causes Fainting During Strong Emotions

Chelsea Coombes, 27, has a rare condition that causes her to faint whenever she experiences strong emotions. This includes laughing, crying, or even being hungover. The alarming nature of her episodes once almost led to a tragic incident in a swimming pool. Early Signs of the Condition Chelsea first noticed something was wrong at age …

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