(2024-10-24). Uganda confirms 1st mpox death as infections rise to 164. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda on Wednesday confirmed its first death of mpox as the cumulative number of laboratory-confirmed infections hit 164 in the East African country. Henry Kyobe Bosa, incident commander at Uganda's Ministry of Health, told Xinhua over the phone on Wednesday that the death was registered in the mid-western district of …
(2024-10-24). Final phase of polio vaccination in Gaza suspended amid Israeli attacks. indybay.org Health workers had managed to vaccinate 94% of children under ten in central and southern regions over the past week, but attacks on civilian infrastructure in the north are leaving nearly 120,000 children without their second dose, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported. The head of WHO, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, warned that this disruption will affect the overall impact of the vaccination campaign.
(2024-10-24). Mayo Clinic Minute: Protect your family from seasonal respiratory infections. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Cold, flu, RSV and COVID-19 all have one thing in common: they are respiratory infections that cause similar symptoms such as coughing, fever and fatigue. These illnesses can range from mild to severe, especially in people who are more vulnerable. Dr. Tina Ardon, a family medicine physician at Mayo Clinic, says these respiratory infections also share common preventive measures. She offers these tips to help keep you and your family safe. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/sgcSYHY-5Z8 Journalists: Broadcast-quality…
(2024-10-24). Magnifying U.S. gastrointestinal disease mortality reveals health disparities. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org U.S. map depicting digestive disease mortality rate per 100,000 American Indian and Alaska Natives in 2019. Diseases affecting the digestive system, including the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract, chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, inflammatory bowel disease and others, are significant causes of death worldwide. Mayo Clinic and North Dakota State University researchers recently delved into demographic data at the national, state and county level in the U.S. to see which populations are most affected by digestive diseases…
(2024-10-24). Mayo Clinic Minute: Food recalls and sickness. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Nearly 10 million pounds of meat and poultry products are being recalled because of possible listeria contamination, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Nipunie Rajapakse, a pediatric infectious diseases physician, explains the risks associated with listeria and how to best avoid foodborne illness. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 03) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please "Courtesy: …
(2024-10-24). War-stricken Sudan battles cholera and other deadly diseases. newarab.com 
(2024-10-24). DWS inspects water infrastructure in North West. sanews.gov.za DWS inspects water infrastructure in North West | Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister Sello Seitlholo will today assess the conditions of water and waste water treatment infrastructure in the North West following the recent detection of the cholera causing bacterium in raw water. | The Deputy Minister will begin his programme by meeting with various stakeholders at the Lekwa-Teemane Council Chambers in Bloemhof. He will then proceed to site inspection visits at Bloemhof Dam, Christiana Waste Water Treatment Works and the Bloemhof Water Treatment Works. | "The Deputy Minister will meet different stakeholders an…
(2024-10-24). DWS inspects water infrastructure in North West. sanews.gov.za DWS inspects water infrastructure in North West | Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister Sello Seitlholo will today assess the conditions of water and waste water treatment infrastructure in the North West following the recent detection of the cholera causing bacterium in raw water. | The Deputy Minister will begin his programme by meeting with various stakeholders at the Lekwa-Teemane Council Chambers in Bloemhof. He will then proceed to site inspection visits at Bloemhof Dam, Christiana Waste Water Treatment Works and the Bloemhof Water Treatment Works. | "The Deputy Minister will meet different stakeholders an…
(2024-10-24). Mayo Clinic Minute: Health screenings in underserved populations. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Cancer is a leading cause of death among Hispanic people in the U.S., according to the American Cancer Society. Compared to non-Hispanic white people, Hispanic men and women are less likely to be diagnosed with common cancers such as lung, colorectal, breast and prostate cancer, and they are more likely to develop cancers in the liver, stomach and cervix, often linked to infections like HPV. Early detection through screening can prevent serious health issues. Dr. Jesse Bracamonte,…
(2024-10-24). Mayo Clinic Minute: Wash your hands for better health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Note: Oct. 15 is Global Handwashing Day As respiratory infections rise in the fall months, washing your hands with soap and water is more important than ever. Regular hand-washing stops germs from spreading and lowers your chances of getting sick. Always wash your hands after using the bathroom, before eating or cooking, and after coughing or sneezing. Washing your hands for 20 seconds with warm water and soap is simple yet effective. It can prevent 1 in 3 cases of diarrhea…
(2024-10-24). Israeli Airforce Continues Bombing Civilians in Lebanon, Syria; Bombs News Station. imemc.org 
Israel's expansion of airstrikes to its northern neighbors, Lebanon and Syria, continued with renewed bombing of civilian areas in both countries on Wednesday. Israeli occupation aircraft launched a series of raids on the southern suburb of the Lebanese capital, Beirut, on Wednesday evening, causing widespread destruction to buildings, facilities and infrastructure. According to local sources, …
(2024-10-24). Israeli raids target Beirut and Hezbollah strikes Tel Aviv. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Israeli air raids have targeted multiple sites in the southern suburbs of Beirut, including the Al-Hadath area, escalating tensions in the region. The strikes included an attack on the office of Al-Mayadeen TV, which had already evacuated its staff at the onset of the aggression on Lebanon. The raids were conducted without prior warning, as reported by Israeli media. Additional strikes were carried out in the town of Nabatieh al-Fawqa in southern Lebanon.In response to the Israeli attacks, Hezbollah launched a heavy missile barrage on Tel Aviv, with sirens sounding across the city. According to a statem…
(2024-10-24). Israeli air attack causes huge explosions in southern Beirut. aljazeera.com Huge explosions hit the Lebanese capital Beirut as Israeli forces carried out air raids, said to be targeting Hezbollah…
(2024-10-24). Zikalala to address KZN investment conference. sanews.gov.za Zikalala to address KZN investment conference | Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minster Sihle Zikalala is today expected to deliver a keynote address at the Ray Nkonyeni Municipality (RNM) Investment Conference., , Held under the theme: "Driving sustainable growth through strategic investments", Thursday's conference aims to unlock sustainable investment opportunities within RNM and the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast region. , , Zikalala is expected to speak on programmes such as the new harbour development in the South Coast and support infrastructure for the new Smart City Project under the District Developme…
(2024-10-24). Zikalala to address KZN investment conference. sanews.gov.za Zikalala to address KZN investment conference | Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minster Sihle Zikalala is today expected to deliver a keynote address at the Ray Nkonyeni Municipality (RNM) Investment Conference., , Held under the theme: "Driving sustainable growth through strategic investments", Thursday's conference aims to unlock sustainable investment opportunities within RNM and the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast region. , , Zikalala is expected to speak on programmes such as the new harbour development in the South Coast and support infrastructure for the new Smart City Project under the District Developme…
(2024-10-24). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Penicillin allergy or not? Why you should find out. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: As a kid, I remember having a rash after taking penicillin. To this day, my doctor prescribes something other than penicillin if needed when I am ill. I have heard that people who think they are allergic to penicillin may not be. Should I check whether I truly am allergic? ANSWER: Penicillin refers to two things. One is a specific antibiotic prescribed to treat some common illnesses. Penicillin also refers to a…
(2024-10-24). Intense academic agenda during COP16 in Colombia. plenglish.com The Ministry of Science of Colombia proposes a panel of experts who will discuss the advances, learnings and lessons learnt in the recognition, protection and use of traditional and ancestral knowledge systems; the Autonomous University of the West proposes several activities such as the International Meeting Economies for Life 2024 and the National Seminar on Forests; while the National Planning Directorate prepared talks about Agricultural Extension at the service of climate-adapted agriculture and Rural Communities protectors of Agrobiodiversity, among others. | Prior to the event, the Secretary of Education…