Columbus, OH

Patients and hospital staff are to be tested for hepatitis C as part of a public health project. A recent trial began on a few hospital wards at Hull Royal Infirmary but has since been extended to the rest of the hospital ahead of World Hepatitis Day on 28 July.

Hospital to test patients and staff for hepatitis C

A new way to prevent HIV infection is generating great buzz -- and more than a bit of controversy -- at this week’s AIDS 2024 Conference in Munich. The treatment consists of a twice-yearly injection of a drug called lenacapavir. Early trial results were released in June and generated...

New HIV preventive strategy sparks excitement — and protests — at AIDS conference

No women who received an investigational HIV prevention drug acquired HIV in a phase 3 study. The drug lenacapavir is administered via injection just two times per year. In June, Gilead Sciences announced that its investigational long-acting antiretroviral drug lenacapavir prevented 100% of new HIV infections during a phase 3 trial conducted among cisgender women in Africa.

Full results confirm potential breakthrough in HIV prevention

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The drug is currently approved in the U.S. as a treatment for HIV.

Twice-Yearly Injection Offers 100% Protection Against HIV: Study

A range of conditions, including alcohol or medication overuse, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and chronic infections, can damage your liver. However, the early signs of liver damage are subtle, and the initial stages of liver disease are "silent," or asymptomatic. By the time you recognize symptoms, your liver is already significantly damaged.

Signs of Liver Damage and Ways to Tell

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Summary: A study by FAIR Health reveals a 4.8 percent increase in STD diagnoses among commercially insured patients from 2020 to 2023, with the largest growth in diagnoses observed in patients aged 65 and older. Takeaways:. Significant Increase in Older Adults: The most notable rise in STD diagnoses was among...

Surge in STD Diagnoses Among Older Adults

Christian Azubike Enwuru1, Adenike Shola Aiyedobgon2, Morakinyo Bamikole Ajayi1 &. BMC Women's Health volume 24, Article number: 415 (2024) Cite this article. This study was undertaken to determine the prevalence of Bacterial Vaginosis (BV), Trichomonas Vaginalis (TV) co-infection, and the antibacterial sensitivity profile of bacterial isolates. Methods. The study was...

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) and Trichomonas vaginalis (TV) co-infection, and bacterial antibiogram profile of pregnant women studied in Lagos, Nigeria

Certain types and positions of tooth extractions may put patients at risk for developing a temporomandibular disorder (TMD) after having a tooth pulled, according to a study recently published in Current Problems in Surgery. Patients' treatment plans should be created based on their different manifestations and diagnoses, and extractions should...

These patients may be at risk for tooth extraction-induced TMD

June 27, 2024 — The sheer scale of undiagnosed heart valve disease in our aging population has been revealed for the first time, thanks to new research led by the University of East Anglia. More than a quarter of healthy and symptom-free over 60s examined in the study were...

More than a Quarter of ‘Healthy’ Over-60s Have Heart Valve Disease, According to New Research

Rates of sexually transmitted diseases reported in seniors increased by double-digits during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new research. Data first provided to Axios by FAIR Health showed that STD diagnoses rose by nearly 24% among those ages 65 and older between 2020-2023. They went up by around 5% overall in commercially insured patients in that same time period, Axios reported, making the jump in seniors’ diagnoses the largest among all age groups.

STD rates among seniors went up by 24% during COVID: report

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Drinking more than 12 g of alcohol every day increased the risk for hypertension in a linear fashion, according to a meta-analysis of 23 studies with 600,000 participants. In a sex-stratified analysis, men’s risk for hypertension plateaued above 12 g of alcohol per day, while women’s risk for hypertension continued to increase with higher daily consumption. It was the top story in cardiology last week.

Top in cardiology: Alcohol causally linked to high BP; hypertension in pregnancy rises

Cluster Springs, VA

WDBJ7 reports there is an update from the Halifax County Sheriff's Office on a teenage girl reported missing on Wednesday morning. Makinzie Page Shelton, 13, appears to have left alone with only a few personal items.

Halifax authorities have a detailed update on missing teen Mackinzie Page Shelton

A new study led by researchers at the American Cancer Society (ACS) finds four in 10 cancer cases and about one-half of all cancer deaths in adults 30 years old and older in the United States (or 713,340 cancer cases and 262,120 cancer deaths in 2019) could be attributed to modifiable risk factors, including cigarette smoking, excess body weight, alcohol consumption, physical inactivity, diet, and infections. Cigarette smoking was by far the leading risk factor, contributing to nearly 20% of all cancer cases and 30% of all cancer deaths. The findings are published today in the journal CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians.

New study finds 40-percent of cancer cases and almost half of all deaths in the US linked to modifiable risk factors

An overview of the complex relationships between herpes simplex virus, human papillomavirus, cytomegalovirus and HIV. Chronic viral infections from diseases such as between herpes simplex virus (HSV), human papillomavirus (HPV) and cytomegalovirus (CMV) can have a serious impact on those with immune systems already compromised by HIV, according to a session held today at the International AIDS Conference in Munich, Germany. The session featured three speakers who discussed each of these diseases.

Chronic Viral Infections Common in Those with HIV | AIDS 2024

Virginia State

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

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In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

California State

In a concerning trend for California, numerous large companies are gearing up for significant layoffs, affecting thousands of workers across various industries. According to the WARN Tracker, California has seen a staggering 37,086 WARN layoffs this year alone, impacting 713 businesses statewide.

Concerns Rise as Massive Layoffs Hit California

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A new study by University of Michigan Medicine researchers emphasizes the importance of diagnosing high blood pressure early to reduce the risk of stroke, according to a university news release. Published in JAMA Network Open, the study analyzed the long-term effects of high systolic blood pressure—the top number on a...

Long-Term High Blood Pressure Increases Stroke Risk in Latinos

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World Hepatitis Day 2024: Madrid study shows decrease in active hepatitis C infection among risk groups, indicating effectiveness of public health measures

European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) A study conducted through a mobile screening unit in Madrid, Spain from 2017 to 2023 and published in...

World Hepatitis Day 2024: Madrid study shows decrease in active hepatitis C infection among risk groups, indicating effectiveness of public health measures

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