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health1 year ago•1 min saved

"Neurological Conditions Identified as Top Global Health Concern"

A major US study has confirmed that neurological conditions, including strokes, migraines, and dementia, have become the leading cause of ill health globally, surpassing heart disease for the first time. The analysis, conducted by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, found that over 3.4 billion people, or 43% of the world's population, experienced a neurological condition in 2021, marking a 59% increase over the last three decades. Stroke emerged as the worst neurological condition, accounting for 160 million years of healthy life lost.

via indy100|

#health #institute-for-health-metrics-and-evaluation #neurological-conditions

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"WHO Identifies Leading Cause of Most Deaths: This Essential Food"

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has highlighted the detrimental effects of excessive salt consumption, linking it to raised blood pressure and various health issues, including cardiovascular diseases and obesity. WHO recommends limiting salt intake to less than 5 grams per day and suggests consuming fresh, minimally processed foods and using herbs, spices, and other flavorful alternatives to reduce sodium intake. Excessive sodium intake can lead to increased blood pressure, posing a significant risk for heart disease and stroke, and is associated with 1.89 million deaths annually.

via IndiaTimes|

#cardiovascular-diseases #health #healthy-alternatives

health2 years ago•5 min saved

"Expert Tips for Preventing Cervical Cancer: Vaccinations, Screenings, and HPV Awareness"

A world-renowned gynaecologist and WHO consultant emphasizes the preventability of cervical cancer through vaccination, screening, and treatment. Despite the availability of effective tools, global efforts to eliminate cervical cancer are hindered by low vaccine uptake and screening participation, fueled by myths and misinformation. The HPV vaccine, safe and highly effective, can prevent 90% of cervical cancers, while screening can detect and treat early-stage cancer. Urging action, the expert calls for widespread vaccination, increased screening participation, and dispelling myths to eliminate cervical cancer.

via Daily Mail|

#cervical-cancer #health #hpv-vaccine

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Rising Risk: Urgent Health Warning for 18th Century Vomiting Virus and Dengue Fever"

The World Health Organisation has issued an urgent warning about a resurgence of Dengue fever, a vomiting virus from the 1700s known for causing symptoms such as "bloody poo." Cases of this rare disease have reached a historic high of five million in 2023, with 5,000 dengue-related deaths. Health experts are alarmed by the unexpected surge in cases, attributing it to factors such as changing distribution of vectors, climate change, fragile health systems, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The urgent need for increased advocacy and resource mobilization in affected regions has been emphasized, as Dengue fever exhibits symptoms including severe abdominal pain, continued vomiting, bleeding gums or nose, and fatigue.

via Express|

#1700s-vomiting-virus #dengue-fever #health

environment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Delhi's Toxic Haze: Air Pollution Soars 100 Times WHO Limit"

Air pollution in Delhi has reached severe levels, with the air quality index hitting 500, 100 times the limit considered healthy by the World Health Organisation. The pollution is attributed to various factors, including farmers burning fields in neighboring states, car emissions, construction, and waste burning. The city's early warning systems failed to predict the rapid deterioration in conditions. Delhi, home to 33 million people, is consistently ranked as the most polluted city in the world. Doctors have reported an increase in respiratory problems among residents, and the poor air quality is estimated to shorten the lives of Delhi's inhabitants by 11.9 years. Despite efforts by the Delhi government, including the use of water sprinkling and smog towers, the air quality continues to decline.

via The Guardian|

#air-pollution #delhi #environment

travel2 years ago•2 min saved

"Flight Restrictions: 18 Medical Conditions to Avoid for Summer Travel"

Airlines have the right to prevent passengers from boarding the aircraft if they have medical conditions that could worsen during the flight, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). Passengers are advised to check their chosen airline's policies on illnesses before booking a flight. The NHS advises against air travel for conditions such as angina, infectious diseases, recent heart attack or stroke, severe respiratory diseases, sickle cell anaemia, and unstable mental health. Other conditions include recent operations or injuries with trapped air or gas, unresolved pneumothorax, increased pressure in the brain, and plaster casts applied within 24-48 hours.

via Daily Record|

#air-travel #airlines #flight-safety

health2 years ago•3 min saved

"Rapidly Spreading Deadly Virus Set to Reach UK Amid Climate Change Concerns"

The Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) virus, carried by ticks, is spreading across Europe due to climate change and warmer temperatures. The World Health Organisation has designated CCHF as a priority disease, and experts are concerned about its potential spread. The virus, which has a fatality rate of 10 to 40%, causes severe viral hemorrhagic fever outbreaks and is transmitted through tick bites or contact with infected animal blood or tissue. Safety measures include wearing protective clothing, using tick repellents, and taking precautions when working with animals. While an antiviral medication exists, there is currently no widely available vaccine for human use.

via The News International|

#cchf-virus #climate-change #europe

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Trump draws criticism for congratulating Kim Jong Un on WHO deal and North Korea's entry into executive board.

Former US President Donald Trump misspelled North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un's name while congratulating him on his country's admission to the World Health Organisation's Executive Board. The post drew criticism from Republican presidential candidates and state party leaders, who condemned Kim's human rights abuses and called the admission a "total farce." Trump famously enjoyed a warm relationship with Kim during his presidency, frequently praising the despot and becoming the first sitting US leader to visit the isolated communist country.

via The Independent|

#donald-trump #kim-jong-un #north-korea

health2 years ago•1 min saved

First Case of Monkeypox Confirmed in Jamaica.

A woman in St Catherine, Jamaica, has tested positive for monkeypox, bringing the island's total number of confirmed cases to 19. The latest case is classified as a local transmission, but there is only one active case locally. Monkeypox is a rare disease resulting from infection by the monkeypox virus, which is part of the family of variola viruses that cause smallpox. The symptoms are similar to those of smallpox but milder, and the disease is rarely fatal. The World Health Organisation renamed monkeypox to Mpox in November 2022, citing that the disease's original name plays into "racist and stigmatising language".

via Loop News Caribbean|

#health #jamaica #monkeypox