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HEALTHSep 17Arresting the diphtheria scourgeNigeria’s continuing diphtheria outbreak is a grim reminder that preventable diseases can become deadly when public-health systems fail to sustain basic immunisation. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) says more than 10,000 confirmed cases have been recorded in 2026, with Kano, Borno and Bauchi among the worst-affected states. The figures are particularly […] The post Arresting the diphtheria scourge appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHSep 17Department Releases Guidance on Implementing Testosterone Deficiency Screenings for Male Service MembersThe War Department released clinical practice guidelines for medical professionals across the force on how to evaluate and treat potential testosterone deficiencies in male warfighters.DoD News
HEALTHSep 17Kennedy fans vaccine injury concerns at anti-vaccine eventClick in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Healthcare Healthcare   The Big Story  Kennedy fans vaccine injury concerns at anti-vaccine event  Returning to the anti-vaccine group he long chaired on Thursday, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert. F. Kennedy Jr. Used his keynote address to reinvigorate concerns about vaccine injuries.  © Jacquelyn Martin,…The Hill
HEALTHSep 17A case of monkeypox detected in a 13-year-old minor housed in a children's center in CeutaEl menor accedió a la ciudad durante la entrada masiva de finales de julio LeerEl Mundo
HEALTHSep 17Pennsylvania asks CDC for emergency assistance amid RFK Jr. clash over measlesThe Hill
HEALTHSep 17Aly Raisman details ordeal to schedule an appointment with a specialist for her period painAly Raisman told Norah O'Donnell on "Healthful" her struggle to schedule an appointment with a specialist to address her painful periods. She said she's seen three doctors, who have all cleared her to see a specialist, but she's now on a yearlong waiting list to schedule an appointment.CBS News
HEALTHSep 17Pennsylvania seeks CDC help amid dispute over US measles deathsThe CDC and officials from the US state differ over how four deaths should be classified as cases continue to spread.Al Jazeera [en]
HEALTHSep 17Ebola outbreak in Congo is still serious, African health body saysDAKAR, Sept 17 (Reuters) - ⁠The ongoing Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of ⁠Congo is still serious, with data indicating gaps ‌in infection prevention and control, Africa's top public health agency said on Thursday.thestar_my · malaysia
HEALTHSep 17Marcos Vázquez, longevity expert coach: "Physical activity can give us on average 10 extra years of life and double the quality of life"Beyond adding years, the expert emphasizes the importance of reaching old age with the best possible quality of life. In that sense, he highlights the importance of physical activity and 'wanting to live'.Clarín
HEALTHSep 17Social media can permanently alter your child's brain, and not for the better, medical professionals cautionSocial media apps are being sued by parents who say their kids are targeted for too much use and harming their mental health. Local Experts are weighing in on how much is too much, and why it's worse for kids.kvrr · united states of america
HEALTHSep 17Third person dies from malaria in cluster near Germany’s Frankfurt AirportFrankfurt grapples with a rare malaria outbreak tied to air travel, marking three deaths in recent months.Al Jazeera [en]
HEALTHSep 17Driver brings bus to a halt before dying of cardiac arrest in VelloreA bus driver in Vellore suffered a fatal cardiac arrest but managed to stop the vehicle, preventing a larger incident. This is a local incident involving a medical emergency and a fatality.The Hindu
HEALTHSep 17Eric Topol, cardiologist and geneticist: “Science has shown that walking is a protective activity, much more than people think”Scientific evidence questions the need to reach an exact number of steps. This longevity expert highlights the benefits of incorporating regular movement to promote healthy aging.Clarín
HEALTHSep 17After months of vacancies, Kennedy revamps preventive services panel with new membersHealth and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Thursday named eight new members to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), an influential panel of experts who determine what preventive medical services insurers must cover for free. For the first time, physician specialists, as opposed to only primary care doctors, will fill the specialized…The Hill
HEALTHSep 17FTH Owerri: We didn’t shut down, disruption due to system upgradeBy Emmanuel Iheaka OWERRI — The management of the Federal Teaching Hospital Owerri has said the disruption of some of its services in the last 48 hours was caused by a scheduled upgrade of its Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system. The hospital, in a statement signed by its Public Relations Officer, Ikechukwu Anyaegbu, said the […] The post FTH Owerri: We didn’t shut down, disruption due to system upgrade appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
HEALTHSep 17WHO urges safer care for people living with noncommunicable diseasesNCDs include conditions such as diabetes, cancer, heart disease, and chronic respiratory diseases. The post WHO urges safer care for people living with noncommunicable diseases appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHSep 17AU’s free Ayurvedic medical camp benefits 185 patientsAn Ayurvedic medical camp organized by AU provided free healthcare services to 185 patients. This initiative offered medical assistance to a significant number of individuals.The Hindu
HEALTHSep 17Rare EGFR Mutation Tied to Higher Lung Cancer RiskBOSTON — A rare inherited mutation in the Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) gene is associated with a 25-fold increased risk of lung cancermiragenews · australia
HEALTHSep 17The misdirected narrative around Nigeria’s HIV response: Are we ready to change it?, By Adaeze OrehWe have spent decades learning how to treat HIV. In 2026, Nigeria must show that prevention can also be practical, visible and accessible. The country’s success should be measured not by the number of strategies announced or medicines introduced, but by whether an ordinary Nigerian, regardless of income, age or location, can obtain the tools […] The post The misdirected narrative around Nigeria’s HIV response: Are we ready to change it?, By Adaeze Oreh appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
HEALTHSep 17Chile First in South America to Eliminate Dog-Transmitted Rabies“Chile has become the first country in South America to receive the World Health Organization (WHO) validation for eliminating dog-transmitted rabies as a public health problem. The recognition highlights more than 50 years of progress without a human case of rabies and confirms the country's capacity to prevent transmission from re-emerging… Chile's last reported case […] The post Chile First in South America to Eliminate Dog-Transmitted Rabies appeared first on Human Progress.Human Progress
HEALTHSep 17Takeda Pharmaceutical (TAK) Gets Priority Review. Can Zasocitinib Win in Psoriasis?Yahoo Finance
HEALTHSep 17Boiling lemon peel, ginger, and cinnamon: what it's for and why it's recommendedEl agua y el calor liberan los principales compuestos de estos ingredientes.Una manera sencilla de aprovechar los residuos del cítrico.Clarín
HEALTHSep 17Medical milestone | Two conjoined twin babies united at the head were separated after a complex surgery of more than 24 hours in the United States: "It's truly extraordinary"Solo se han realizado 62 operaciones de este tipo en todo el mundo.Clarín
HEALTHSep 17Medical teams in DRC face difficult conditions as the race to contain Ebola outbreakAfricanews [en]