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Show Caption Hide Caption President Biden reveals the source of his cold President Biden addressed how he's confident he doesn't have COVID-19 and who passed him the cold. STAFF VIDEO, USA TODAY The common cold made an early appearance this summer with an unprecedented uptick of respiratory viruses. Since then, health care providers say cases haven't slowed down. "You should never underestimate the repertoire and timing of viruses because they're always around," said Dr. Len Horovitz, internist and pulmonary specialist at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. "I'm seeing just as many colds as I saw this summer, that's not dying." Although milder than a typical pre-pandemic winter, the colder months haven't stopped seasonal viruses like the flu from joining SARS-COV-2 – the virus that causes COVID-19 – ...

Meningioma is a type of tumor that starts in the brain or spinal cord. It is considered the most common brain tumor. Most meningiomas are slow growing and benign (noncancerous), but some can be more aggressive and are considered malignant (cancerous) Mutations (changes to genes) are one of the main causes of cancer. This article will explain more about the causes and risk factors of getting a meningioma. SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Getty Images Common Causes   Although researchers are still studying the exact cause of a meningioma, they know that mutations cause cells to grow out of control and form a tumor. In meningiomas, the tumor starts in the meninges, which are membranes (layers of tissues) that surround the spinal cord and brain. Genetics Genetics may affect your chances of having meningioma. It may be possible for you to inherit mutations that cause this tumor. Researchers are still exploring the mutations seen in meningi...

Study finds high level of inappropriate testing for fungal disease A study conducted at a large teaching hospital in Tokyo found that most tests used to diagnose invasive fungal disease were inappropriate, Japanese researchers reported yesterday in Open Forum Infectious Diseases. The retrospective study, conducted at University of Tokyo Hospital, looked at data on patients who underwent testing with three different types of non–culture-based fungal assays (NCBFAs): beta-D glucan (BDG), galactomannan antigen (GMA), or cryptococcal antigen (CRAG). Testing was deemed appropriate if the clinical presentation was compatible with a fungal infection and there was a predisposing host factor at the time of ordering. The researchers also examined factors that increased risk of inappropriate NCBFA use. A total of 1,159 patients underwent testing with either serum BDG, GMA, or CRAG tests during the study period. Among the 470 patients included in the analysis, roughly 80% of NCBFAs conducted were ...

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Dec. 28, 2021 -- The coronavirus that causes COVID-19 can spread to the heart and brain within days of infection and can survive for months in organs, according to a new study by the National Institutes of Health. The virus can spread to almost every organ system in the body, which could contribute to the ongoing symptoms seen in "long COVID" patients, the study authors wrote. The study is considered one of the most comprehensive reviews of how the virus replicates in human cells and persists in the human body. It is under review for publication in the journal Nature . "This is remarkably important work," Ziyad Al-Aly, MD, director of the Clinical Epidemiology Center at the Veterans Affairs St. Louis Health Care System in Missouri, told Bloomberg News. Al-Aly wasn't involved with this study but has researched the long-term effects of COVID-19. "For a long time now, we have been scratching our heads and asking why long COVID seems to affect so many organ sys...

Experts weigh-in on the new Omicron variant, how pandemics conclude, and challenges ahead for clinical laboratories Could studying how the 1918 influenza pandemic ended teach pathologists and clinical laboratory professionals how and when the current COVID-19 pandemic may end as well? And does the new Omicron variant indicate that the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus has mutated into an endemic form of the disease? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the 1918 influenza (aka, the Spanish Flu) pandemic took place worldwide between 1918 and 1919. It was caused by the H1N1 virus (A/H1N1), a subtype of the Influenza A virus, and infected approximately 500 million people worldwide (a third of the human population at the time). Fifty million people died. Many were children or otherwise healthy individuals, but people from all age groups perished. The CDC calls the Spanish Flu the "deadliest pandemic of the 20th century." Past pandemics ha...

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What's polio got to do with Covid-19? Well, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Georgia) brought these two totally different infectious diseases together in a tweet on Sunday (12/19) evening. She tweet-quoted an ABC News Politics tweet about Senator Cory Booker (D-New Jersey) having a breakthrough infection. Booker had gotten infected with the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) after having been fully vaccinated and then receiving a booster against Covid-19. That apparently promoted Taylor-Greene to ask, "how many breakthrough cases of polio are there," as you can see in the following tweet: From Twitter From Twitter Umm, isn't that a bit like asking how many llamas riding unicycles are at Walmart? Most large retail stores in the U.S. haven't allowed llamas to ride unicycles on their premises for years. Similarly, the U.S. has been polio-free since 1979. In other words, a polio case has...

Is constant coughing with phlegm production causing problems? It could be pneumonia. Here are the signs and symptoms of the respiratory problem you should not ignore. Written by Editorial Team | Updated : December 16, 2021 11:36 AM IST Are you unable to concentrate on your work owing to constant coughing with phlegm production often blood-stained, fever, breathlessness and nausea? Is there shortness of breath? Then, you will immediately have to consult a doctor as it can be pneumonia. Pneumonia can be seen in people of any age group. Thus, it is imperative to recognize the early signs of pneumonia and take appropriate care. Read on to know more about this, and manage it promptly. Cases of pneumonia are on the rise all over the world. It causes the highest morbidity and mortality rates amongst infections. Pneumonia is termed as an infection of one or both of the lungs. The air sacs that are present in the lungs tend to...

American culture rewards people who deal with stress by working harder and faster to produce more in less time. Not surprisingly, the pace of our society has continued to accelerate over the years, leading to an alarming increase in stress-related illnesses. The definition of stress could be rather difficult inasmuch as we all react to stress differently. What is stressful for one person may be pleasurable or have a mild effect on another. The American Institute of Stress defines it as a feeling of being overwhelmed or unable to cope with mental or emotional pressure, triggered by any change to which one must adapt, ranging from an extreme event like actual physical danger to the excitement of falling in love or accomplishing something. In addition, stress may be experienced at various levels in physical, mental, or emotional tension. The reality is that stress is an unavoidable part of our everyday lives. You may feel stressed about a variety of things, ranging from your perfo...

Meningitis is swelling of the meninges, the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. It is usually infectious and can spread from person to person. A bacterial or viral infection can cause meningitis and become infectious. However, other causes of the disease include injuries or cancer. Some forms of meningitis spread through tiny, infected droplets when people with the disease cough, sneeze, or come into close contact with others. About 1 in 10 people carry the meningitis bacteria in their body without experiencing any symptoms. These people may pass on the disease without knowing it. Individuals can prevent the spread of viral and bacterial meningitis by taking certain steps, such as getting vaccinated and regularly washing their hands. This article looks at the different types of meningitis and how they can spread. Viral meningitis is the most common form of meningitis but is typically mild. However, any form of meningitis can quickly turn serious and always requires an e...

A chronic bacterial infection, a flame retardant and some byproducts of water treatment processes have been added to a list of carcinogens identified in the U.S. Eight entries have been added to the U.S. Report on Carcinogens, a cumulative report mandated by U.S. Congress to list substances that are known or are reasonably anticipated to cause cancer in humans. In the 2021 15th Report on Carcinogens, the new entries added bring the total list up to 256 substances, according to a Dec. 23 news release. The report is prepared by the U.S. National Toxicology Program for the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This year's report coincides with the 50th anniversary of the U.S. National Cancer Act of 1971, signed into law by then-President Richard Nixon. The report identifies environmental factors, chemicals, infectious agents, physical agents – such as X-rays -- and exposure scenarios but does not include estimates of cancer risk because ...

Chewing, talking, and even sleeping can be difficult when you get a sudden toothache. The most likely explanations for sudden tooth pain are cracked, infected, or abscessed teeth. Other causes include: Most causes of sudden tooth pain are easily treatable by your dentist, so you should make an appointment right away. In the meantime, there are some remedies you can try to find temporary relief from the pain. There are a few over-the-counter (OTC) products available at your local drugstore to treat a toothache. Consider the following while you wait for your dentist appointment: NSAIDs Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) or naproxen (Aleve), target inflammation and can give you some respite from the pain. Keep in mind, however, that taking ibuprofen over a long period of time can irritate or damage your stomach, kidneys, and liver. Acetaminophen If you can't take NSAIDs, acetaminophen (Tylenol) is a good option for temporary pain relief f...

A woman wearing a face mask walks past a COVID-19 awareness sign at Lisbon's international airport, Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2021. Portugal is bringing back some tight pandemic restrictions, less than two months after scrapping most of them when the goal of vaccinating 86% of the population against COVID-19 was reached. (AP Photo/Armando Franca) AP The COVID-19 pandemic started with a bang in Michigan, with exponential case growth in March 2020 that turned life upside down within a matter of days. Twenty-one months into the pandemic, many wonder: When and how will it end? Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission.

In recent decades, there has been an increase in the number of novel viral infections. One such novel pathogen is severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the causative virus of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), which is responsible for the most recent global pandemic. The majority of deaths during influenza pandemics in the last century have been due to bacterial co/secondary infections. Study: Promising Expectations for Pneumococcal Vaccination during COVID-19. Image Credit: insta_photos/Shutterstock Unfortunately, numerous papers claim that bacterial co-infection is common in COVID-19 patients (the prevalence of COVID-19 linked co/secondary infection is up to 45.0%). Streptococcus pneumoniae is the most common coinfecting pathogen in the COVID-19 pandemic. Co-infection was found in half of the COVID-19 death cases, and pneumonia-related COVID-19 mortality in patients over 65 years old was 23%. COVID-19-induced immunological dysfunction is stil...

a "game-changing study" showed that "COVID vaccines [were] more dangerous than the virus itself"; "children aged 12 to 17 are more likely to be hospitalized for myocarditis than for COVID." Factually inaccurate : Data indicate that the risk of myocarditis following vaccination is lower than following COVID-19, and also has a better clinical outcome. Post-vaccination myocarditis risks were inflated due to methodological flaws in the preprint used as scientific evidence in the claim. The claim that 80% of children have already been infected by SARS-CoV-2 is also inaccurate. Misrepresents source : Contrary to what was claimed, the cited preprint study doesn't investigate the rate of hospitalization due to vaccine-associated myocarditis and thus doesn't show that people have more chance to be hospitalized from vaccine-associated myocarditis than from COVID-19. KEY TAKE AWAY Although cases o...