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🦠 England has detected a newly evolved mpox strain combining clade I and clade II - a recombinant form that scientists say warrants genomic surveillance as the virus continues to evolve. 🔗 www.gov.uk/governmen... #HealthNews #Mpox #PublicHealth #Genomics #InfectiousDiseases
December 8, 2025 at 11:03 PM
🦠 England has detected a newly evolved mpox strain combining clade I and clade II - a recombinant form that scientists say warrants genomic surveillance as the virus continues to evolve. 🔗 www.gov.uk/governmen... #HealthNews #Mpox #PublicHealth #Genomics #InfectiousDiseases
🍄 One person has died and 20 are ill after eating toxic wild mushrooms, prompting an urgent public health warning as amatoxin cases rise and hospitals report severe liver damage. 🔗 Official link - www.cdph.ca.gov/Prog... #HealthNews #PublicHealth #Mushroom #Poisoning
December 7, 2025 at 12:52 PM
🍄 One person has died and 20 are ill after eating toxic wild mushrooms, prompting an urgent public health warning as amatoxin cases rise and hospitals report severe liver damage. 🔗 Official link - www.cdph.ca.gov/Prog... #HealthNews #PublicHealth #Mushroom #Poisoning
🧠 A hidden 14th-century volcanic eruption may have cooled Europe, disrupted trade and fuelled the Black Death that killed up to 60% of the population 🔗 Paper: www.nature.com/artic... #Science #History #Epidemiology #ClimateChange #MedievalHistory #PublicHealth
December 6, 2025 at 2:44 PM
🧠 A hidden 14th-century volcanic eruption may have cooled Europe, disrupted trade and fuelled the Black Death that killed up to 60% of the population 🔗 Paper: www.nature.com/artic... #Science #History #Epidemiology #ClimateChange #MedievalHistory #PublicHealth
✈️ New study finds airplane cabin air is far cleaner than many assume. A HEPA filter used for 8,000+ flight hours and passenger masks revealed 407 microbial species, almost all harmless skin bacteria 🔗 doi.org/10.1186/s401... #HealthNews #Aviation #AirQuality #Science
December 5, 2025 at 5:56 PM
✈️ New study finds airplane cabin air is far cleaner than many assume. A HEPA filter used for 8,000+ flight hours and passenger masks revealed 407 microbial species, almost all harmless skin bacteria 🔗 doi.org/10.1186/s401... #HealthNews #Aviation #AirQuality #Science
🧠 A study in iScience reports that teens who lived with a family dog showed fewer social and behavioural difficulties a year later. Researchers also found distinct oral-microbiome patterns. 🔗 www.cell.com/iscienc...
#HealthNews #Science #MentalHealth #Teens #Pets #Wellbeing
#HealthNews #Science #MentalHealth #Teens #Pets #Wellbeing
December 4, 2025 at 9:42 PM
🧠 A study in iScience reports that teens who lived with a family dog showed fewer social and behavioural difficulties a year later. Researchers also found distinct oral-microbiome patterns. 🔗 www.cell.com/iscienc...
#HealthNews #Science #MentalHealth #Teens #Pets #Wellbeing
#HealthNews #Science #MentalHealth #Teens #Pets #Wellbeing
📱 A major study of 10,500+ children links early smartphone ownership to higher risks of depression (1.3×), obesity (1.4×) and poor sleep (1.6×). Risks rise the younger a child gets a phone. 🔗 Study link in comments. #HealthNews #ChildHealth #Parenting #MentalHealth
December 3, 2025 at 6:44 PM
📱 A major study of 10,500+ children links early smartphone ownership to higher risks of depression (1.3×), obesity (1.4×) and poor sleep (1.6×). Risks rise the younger a child gets a phone. 🔗 Study link in comments. #HealthNews #ChildHealth #Parenting #MentalHealth
🧬 Low-dose zinc, branched-chain amino acids and serine improved social behaviour in autism-linked mouse models and partly calmed overactive amygdala circuits. Early-stage work only. 🔗 Link to study in comments #Neuroscience #Autism #ScienceNews #BrainHealth #Research
December 2, 2025 at 9:33 PM
🧬 Low-dose zinc, branched-chain amino acids and serine improved social behaviour in autism-linked mouse models and partly calmed overactive amygdala circuits. Early-stage work only. 🔗 Link to study in comments #Neuroscience #Autism #ScienceNews #BrainHealth #Research
🔥 New research shows that fatty food smells during pregnancy can alter how offspring respond to fat later in life - boosting appetite signals and driving a stronger preference for richer foods. 🔗 Study link in comments #Pregnancy #Metabolism #Obesity #Science #Food
December 1, 2025 at 9:54 PM
🔥 New research shows that fatty food smells during pregnancy can alter how offspring respond to fat later in life - boosting appetite signals and driving a stronger preference for richer foods. 🔗 Study link in comments #Pregnancy #Metabolism #Obesity #Science #Food
🫁 A study of 1.5M adults shows that long-term PM₂.₅ exposure can halve the mortality benefits of regular exercise. Nearly 46% of people live above this pollution threshold. 🔗 Study link in comments
#HealthNews #AirPollution #Exercise #PublicHealth
#HealthNews #AirPollution #Exercise #PublicHealth
November 30, 2025 at 3:28 PM
🫁 A study of 1.5M adults shows that long-term PM₂.₅ exposure can halve the mortality benefits of regular exercise. Nearly 46% of people live above this pollution threshold. 🔗 Study link in comments
#HealthNews #AirPollution #Exercise #PublicHealth
#HealthNews #AirPollution #Exercise #PublicHealth
🔬 A landmark U.S. study of 26,820 people finds no evidence that fluoridated tap water lowers IQ - directly challenging long-standing neurotoxicity claims 🔗 Study link in comments #HealthNews #Science #PublicHealth #Fluoride
November 29, 2025 at 12:29 PM
🔬 A landmark U.S. study of 26,820 people finds no evidence that fluoridated tap water lowers IQ - directly challenging long-standing neurotoxicity claims 🔗 Study link in comments #HealthNews #Science #PublicHealth #Fluoride
🫁 A new major trial shows monthly Tezepelumab injections let over half of severe asthma patients stop daily steroids, while around 90% cut to low-dose levels — with better breathing and fewer attacks. 🔗 Link to study in comments #HealthNews #Asthma #Science #Medicine
November 29, 2025 at 12:24 AM
🫁 A new major trial shows monthly Tezepelumab injections let over half of severe asthma patients stop daily steroids, while around 90% cut to low-dose levels — with better breathing and fewer attacks. 🔗 Link to study in comments #HealthNews #Asthma #Science #Medicine
🎤 A matched study of 648 singers found famous artists faced a 33% higher mortality risk, living to about 75 compared with 79 for less-known peers. Researchers say the risk is similar to that seen in occasional smoking. 🔗 Link in comments #HealthNews #PublicHealth #MusicIndustry
November 27, 2025 at 8:07 PM
🎤 A matched study of 648 singers found famous artists faced a 33% higher mortality risk, living to about 75 compared with 79 for less-known peers. Researchers say the risk is similar to that seen in occasional smoking. 🔗 Link in comments #HealthNews #PublicHealth #MusicIndustry
🧠 A study of nearly 4,000 brain scans has identified five phases of brain wiring at ages 9, 32, 66 and 83. Researchers say these patterns may help explain why neurological risks change across life. 🔗 Link in comments #HealthNews #Science #Neuroscience #Brain #Aging
November 26, 2025 at 8:14 PM
🧠 A study of nearly 4,000 brain scans has identified five phases of brain wiring at ages 9, 32, 66 and 83. Researchers say these patterns may help explain why neurological risks change across life. 🔗 Link in comments #HealthNews #Science #Neuroscience #Brain #Aging
🧬 The study of 1,164 adults found that higher muscle mass and lower visceral fat were linked to a younger-appearing brain on MRI 🔗 Link to full report in comments #HealthNews #BrainHealth #Science #Muscle #Fat
November 25, 2025 at 8:10 PM
🧬 The study of 1,164 adults found that higher muscle mass and lower visceral fat were linked to a younger-appearing brain on MRI 🔗 Link to full report in comments #HealthNews #BrainHealth #Science #Muscle #Fat
🌿 New study today finds a one-week social media detox in young adults cut depression by 25%, anxiety by 16% and insomnia by 14%. No change in loneliness. Results add to evidence that short breaks can support mental health 🔗 Study link in comments.
#HealthNews #MentalHealth #Depression #Socialmedia
#HealthNews #MentalHealth #Depression #Socialmedia
November 24, 2025 at 4:49 PM
🌿 New study today finds a one-week social media detox in young adults cut depression by 25%, anxiety by 16% and insomnia by 14%. No change in loneliness. Results add to evidence that short breaks can support mental health 🔗 Study link in comments.
#HealthNews #MentalHealth #Depression #Socialmedia
#HealthNews #MentalHealth #Depression #Socialmedia
💉 New trial data show Pfizer’s mRNA flu vaccine was 34.5% more effective against influenza A than standard shots. Experts say faster production and broader immune responses could reshape flu protection. 🔗 Study link in comments. #HealthNews #Vaccines #mRNA #Influenza #Science
November 23, 2025 at 9:23 AM
💉 New trial data show Pfizer’s mRNA flu vaccine was 34.5% more effective against influenza A than standard shots. Experts say faster production and broader immune responses could reshape flu protection. 🔗 Study link in comments. #HealthNews #Vaccines #mRNA #Influenza #Science
🧩 A major review of 12 trials involving more than 1,500 children finds fluoxetine (Prozac) works no better than placebo, with higher rates of side effects and little measurable improvement in symptoms 🔗 Study link in comments. #MentalHealth #Prozac #Depression #KidsHealth
November 22, 2025 at 10:52 PM
🧩 A major review of 12 trials involving more than 1,500 children finds fluoxetine (Prozac) works no better than placebo, with higher rates of side effects and little measurable improvement in symptoms 🔗 Study link in comments. #MentalHealth #Prozac #Depression #KidsHealth
💊 New study shows the pill Enlicitide cut “bad” LDL cholesterol by nearly 60%. It also lowered other harmful blood fats. Researchers say it may match PCSK9 injections in power but in a daily pill. 🔗 Study link in comments. #HealthNews #HeartHealth #Cholesterol #Medicine #Wellness
November 21, 2025 at 10:40 PM
💊 New study shows the pill Enlicitide cut “bad” LDL cholesterol by nearly 60%. It also lowered other harmful blood fats. Researchers say it may match PCSK9 injections in power but in a daily pill. 🔗 Study link in comments. #HealthNews #HeartHealth #Cholesterol #Medicine #Wellness
🦟 Travel alert for Cuba: Nearly one-third of the population has been affected by surging dengue and chikungunya cases, putting added pressure on clinics and raising risks for visitors. Travellers are urged to take extra precautions. #TravelWarning #Cuba #Dengue #Mosquito #Health
November 20, 2025 at 9:17 PM
🦟 Travel alert for Cuba: Nearly one-third of the population has been affected by surging dengue and chikungunya cases, putting added pressure on clinics and raising risks for visitors. Travellers are urged to take extra precautions. #TravelWarning #Cuba #Dengue #Mosquito #Health
💉 New data shows a sharp split on childhood vaccines: 71% of Republicans vs 46% of Democrats say parents, not medical experts, should decide. Confidence stays high, but GOP support is slipping as measles rises. 🔗 Link in comments #HealthNews #Vaccination #PublicHealth #MMR
November 19, 2025 at 10:30 PM
💉 New data shows a sharp split on childhood vaccines: 71% of Republicans vs 46% of Democrats say parents, not medical experts, should decide. Confidence stays high, but GOP support is slipping as measles rises. 🔗 Link in comments #HealthNews #Vaccination #PublicHealth #MMR
🦷 Babies exposed to higher maternal cortisol in pregnancy develop teeth earlier, with infants in the highest cortisol group showing around four more erupted teeth by six months, says new study 🔗 Link to paper in comments #ChildHealth #Teething #Health #Research #Pregnancy
November 18, 2025 at 6:33 PM
🦷 Babies exposed to higher maternal cortisol in pregnancy develop teeth earlier, with infants in the highest cortisol group showing around four more erupted teeth by six months, says new study 🔗 Link to paper in comments #ChildHealth #Teething #Health #Research #Pregnancy
🧬 On World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day HPV vaccination programmes are projected to prevent 1.4 million cervical cancer deaths in lower-income countries 🔗 Link to more info in comments #HealthNews #PublicHealth #CervicalCancer #HPV
November 17, 2025 at 6:03 PM
🧬 On World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day HPV vaccination programmes are projected to prevent 1.4 million cervical cancer deaths in lower-income countries 🔗 Link to more info in comments #HealthNews #PublicHealth #CervicalCancer #HPV
🦠 The newly reported case marks the first documented death from Alpha-gal syndrome, the tick-bite–triggered meat allergy, with the CDC warning up to 450,000 people may have been affected 🔗 Link in comments #HealthNews #Allergy #Ticks #PublicHealth #AGs
November 16, 2025 at 10:16 PM
🦠 The newly reported case marks the first documented death from Alpha-gal syndrome, the tick-bite–triggered meat allergy, with the CDC warning up to 450,000 people may have been affected 🔗 Link in comments #HealthNews #Allergy #Ticks #PublicHealth #AGs
🦠 Ethiopia has confirmed its first outbreak of Marburg virus, an Ebola-related pathogen with case-fatality rates of 24%–88%. With no approved treatment or vaccine, authorities and WHO are racing to contain spread. #HealthNews #PublicHealth #InfectiousDisease #Africa
November 15, 2025 at 5:14 PM
🦠 Ethiopia has confirmed its first outbreak of Marburg virus, an Ebola-related pathogen with case-fatality rates of 24%–88%. With no approved treatment or vaccine, authorities and WHO are racing to contain spread. #HealthNews #PublicHealth #InfectiousDisease #Africa
🍔 A new study links high ultra-processed food intake (≈ 9.9 servings/day) with a 45% increased risk of conventional adenomas (precancerous bowel growths) in women under 50 🔗 Full study in comments #HealthNews #Nutrition #Cancer #Food #UPF
November 14, 2025 at 5:21 PM
🍔 A new study links high ultra-processed food intake (≈ 9.9 servings/day) with a 45% increased risk of conventional adenomas (precancerous bowel growths) in women under 50 🔗 Full study in comments #HealthNews #Nutrition #Cancer #Food #UPF