Wednesday, March 31, 2021

Ultra-processed foods, drinks linked to higher colorectal cancer risk: study

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A diet high in ultra-processed foods and drinks was linked to an increased risk of colorectal cancer, according to a study conducted in Spain. There was no increased risk for prostate cancer, but breast cancer patients who smoke, or used to smoke, saw a higher risk. 

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CDC provides Easter coronavirus guidance, says fully vaccinated people can gather without masks

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has officially released its coronavirus guidance ahead of Easter Sunday, advising those who are taking part in the celebration to do so virtually and avoid travel, if possible. Those who are fully vaccinated against the novel disease, however, may gather together without face masks, the federal agency said. 

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Michigan coronavirus surge impacting younger demographic, hospital officials say

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A surge of new coronavirus cases in Michigan is hitting a younger demographic than previous spikes which officials said is likely due to high vaccination rates among those ages 70 and above.

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WHO adviser says report on COVID origins 'outrageous,' Wuhan lab leak hypothesis not seriously investigated

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Jamie Metzl, an American author and member of the World Health Organization international advisory panel on Human Genome editing, slammed the WHO on Wednesday for their 'outrageous' conclusion that it was 'highly unlikely' that COVID-19 was the result of an accidental Wuhan lab leak.

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COVID-19 vaccine scammers targeting consumers: Watch for these red flags, officials say

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As public interest in COVID-19 vaccinations continues to far exceed available shots and vaccine eligibility expands, Los Angeles county officials are warning residents about scammers attempting to sell appointments and steal information.

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Pfizer to test freeze-dried COVID-19 vaccine that doesn’t need ultracold storage

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Pfizer Inc. and partner BioNTech SE plan to begin soon testing a freeze-dried version of its Covid-19 vaccine, which if proven to work safely could ease storage and handling of the shots in rural U.S. areas and low-income countries.

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Tuesday, March 30, 2021

UK coronavirus variant behind 20% of cases at Nebraska daycare following outbreak

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A coronavirus outbreak under investigation at a childcare facility in Nebraska involves 109 reported cases, an estimated 20% of which were tied to the highly transmissible U.K. variant, a spokesperson for the county health department confirmed to Fox News.

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COVID-19 vaccines provide ‘big backstop’ against fourth coronavirus surge, Gottlieb says

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The former commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration this week said that the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine could provide a "pretty big backstop" against a fourth coronavirus surge. Dr. Scott Gottlieb’s comments came just one day before the head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in an emotional update warned the country of "impending doom" amid a recent increase in coronavirus cases and related hospitalizations. 

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WHO chief says coronavirus origin report not 'extensive enough' on lab assessment

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The World Health Organization’s director-general said the research team’s assessment on whether the coronavirus entered the human population as a result of a laboratory incident was not “extensive enough,” and that he believes it requires further investigation.

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WHO report on COVID-19 origin inconclusive, calls for further studies

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The World Health Organization (WHO) released its report on the origins of the coronavirus Tuesday, with the research team listing introduction through an intermediary host followed by zoonotic transmission as “likely to very likely” the root of initial spread, and introduction through a laboratory incident as “extremely unlikely.”

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Girl develops 'strawberry tongue' during bout with strep throat

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A 5-year-old girl who eventually received a diagnosis of strep throat was suffering from the typical symptoms associated with the illness but had one additional ailment that stood out: so-called strawberry tongue.

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Monday, March 29, 2021

Study: adolescents more likely to become addicts after trying marijuana or misusing prescription drugs

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A study led by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) claims that adolescents (ages 12-17) are more likely to develop a substance abuse disorder after trying marijuana or misusing prescription drugs.

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Cuomo expands New York COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to 30 and over starting Tuesday

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New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Monday that the state’s eligibility for COVID-19 vaccinations will expand to include those aged 30 and older starting Tuesday, March 30. The following week, eligibility will broaden to include all New Yorkers aged 16 and older.

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CDC director warns of COVID-induced 'impending doom' as cases, hospitalizations increase

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky during a White House briefing on Monday warned of "impending doom" amid a recent increase in coronavirus cases and related hospitalizations. Walensky appeared to hold back tears as she expressed concerns the U.S. could soon bear witness to a fourth surge — even as the county has averaged some 2.7 million vaccinations over the past week alone. 

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Pfizer, Moderna COVID-19 vaccines cut infection risk by 90%, CDC study finds

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Coronavirus vaccines developed on an mRNA technology, like those from Pfizer and Moderna, are “highly effective,” in tamping down asymptomatic infections, according to findings posted Monday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Paris court convicts pharma firm Servier of manslaughter after diabetes drug was prescribed as diet pill

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Servier was fined hundreds of millions of euros on Monday for its role in one of France’s biggest modern health scandals. The court found the company guilty of manslaughter and other charges for selling a diabetes drug blamed for hundreds of deaths.

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Sunday, March 28, 2021

WHO’s inquiry into COVID-19 outbreak ‘highly chaperoned,’ says ex-NSC official

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A senior fellow at the Atlantic Council called for a substantial, international investigation into the origins of the coronavirus and said the World Health Organization’s inquiry has been dreadfully inadequate.

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Friday, March 26, 2021

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