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Biggest Monkeypox Study To Date Contains Hundreds Of Pictures And Details New Symptoms
The study looked at over 500 people with monkeypox, featuring details of symptoms and pictures of lesions to help doctors diagnose the disease.
Tiny Turtles Responsible For Salmonella Outbreak, Says CDC
The outbreak is linked to turtles purchased online and has so far sickened 15 people in 11 states, many of them children.
National Cancer Institute Appoints First Woman Director
Dr. Monica Bertagnolli will become the first woman to direct the institute since it was founded in 1937.
Arthritis Patients Are Being Denied Methotrexate Post-Dobbs. Are People With Cancer Next?
Methotrexate is an important therapy for cancer and some oncologists are concerned about the potential knock-on effect of the supreme court decision on patients.
Not Again. Another Cruise Ship Has A Covid-19 Outbreak
Covid-19 outbreaks on cruise ships are now such a regular occurrence that you would be forgiven for getting a hefty dose of de ja vu after reading this headline.
Younger Americans Not Seeking Colorectal Cancer Screening Despite Being Eligible
The researchers say that younger Americans face greater barriers to screening than older people and call for these to be addressed.
Cancer Survivors At Higher Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease
The increased risk is thought to be partially due to cardiotoxic side effects from some radiotherapy and chemotherapy treatments.
Tired Doctors Are Less Likely To Prescribe Painkillers, Says New Study
Tired doctors have less empathy for patients in pain and are less likely to prescribe painkillers, according to a new study.
Obesity Epidemic Continues: New Study Shows Which Americans Gain The Most Weight
The average American puts on 45 pounds during their lifetime, with many ending up obese, according to a new study.
Risk Of Skin Cancer Depends On Genetics As Well As Sun Exposure, Says New Study
For around 15% of people, their risk of developing melanoma may also be influenced by their genes as well as sun exposure.
