Norovirus Cases Surge Across the U.S.: Symptoms, Prevention, and What you Need to Know As if cold and flu season wasn’t enough to contend with, another highly contagious illness is making headlines: norovirus.According to the latest data from the centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), cases of this stomach bug are surging across the … Read more
Swinger Parties in Jakarta and Bali: A Growing Trend with Hidden Health Risks Jakarta and Bali, known for their vibrant nightlife and tourist attractions, have recently become hotspots for a more clandestine activity: swinger parties. These events, where couples engage in partner swapping, have reportedly been held at least 10 times in these regions. According … Read more
Global Respiratory Virus Surge: Malaysia adn China Report Increases Concerns are rising globally regarding a critically important increase in respiratory illnesses, notably human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections.Recent reports from both Malaysia and China highlight a troubling trend,prompting health officials to urge increased vigilance and preventative measures. Malaysia Sees Sharp Rise in HMPV Cases Malaysia experienced a … Read more
Post-hoc analysis shows that the efficacy of the 2-drug regimen was comparable to 3-drug therapy in individuals with low baseline CD4 counts, regardless of baseline viral load ViiV Healthcare, a majority-owned global HIV company GlaxoSmithKline plc (“GSK”), in partnership with Pfizer Inc. and Shionogi, today announced 48-week results from the DOLCE study, sponsored by Fundación … Read more
Tuberculosis has overtaken Covid-19 as the deadliest infectious disease in the world, according to a recent report from the World Health Organization (OMS). Globally, an estimated 8.2 million people were newly diagnosed with TB in 2023, the highest figure since WHO global TB tracking began in 1995. A notable increase from previous 7.5 million cases … Read more
At the 57th National Congress of the Italian Hygiene Society (SItI) we talk about territorial public health. Examples from the experiences of the Emilia Romagna, Lazio and Sicily Regions were brought and discussed It took place at theGreat Hall dell’University of Palermothe first plenary session of 57th National Congress from the Italian Society of Hygiene, … Read more
Warmer weather and the sharp ups and downs of wetter conditions from floods and hurricanes and drier conditions from drought are changing where and when certain infectious diseases occur — and clinicians need to be on the lookout for them, says Peter Rabinowitz, MD, MPH, a professor of environmental and occupational health sciences and director of … Read more
Volpe: “It is an important step towards greater awareness of the interconnection between cardiovascular health and the prevention of infectious diseases.” Siliquini: “Together we provide a stronger and more coherent message on the importance of vaccinations Volpe: “It is an important step towards greater awareness of the interconnection between cardiovascular health and the prevention of … Read more
Four and a half years after the outbreak of the pandemic, many people’s fear of Corona has subsided. But the virus is and will remain with us. British researchers have now investigated how an infection can affect our brain. The results are alarming! Read also “After hospitalization for Covid-19, many people report persistent cognitive symptoms, … Read more
At least one person was taken to hospital in a special fire department vehicle at Hamburg Central Station because of a possible serious infectious disease. A platform was closed for this purpose. The man was taken away in a so-called infection van, said a fire department spokesman. He had flu-like symptoms and was slightly nauseous. … Read more