Study finds higher observed rates of myocarditis after receipt of mRNA vaccines than expected
A large study found that myocarditis after SARS-CoV-2 vaccination was rare but higher in younger males, especially after the second mRNA-1273 (Moderna) vaccine, suggesting that vaccine type, age and sex should be considered when vaccinating. The study is published in…
Read MoreOlder adults live longer in counties with greater age bias, researchers find
Older adults living in counties with greater age bias had better health outcomes than those living in areas with less age bias, according to University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers, who were surprised at the findings. “Quite the opposite of what…
Read MoreGavi Rejects Novavax’s Claim on COVID Vaccine Deal Breach
(Reuters) – Global vaccine alliance Gavi on Tuesday rejected Novavax’s claim that the group had breached an advance purchase agreement to procure 350 million doses of the company’s COVID-19 vaccine. Novavax said on Monday that it had issued a notice…
Read MorePersistent asthma linked to increased buildup of plaque in arteries leading to the brain
Adults with persistent asthma may be at increased risk of heart attack or stroke because of excess plaque buildup in the carotid arteries, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access,…
Read MoreIntermittent fasting 'RAISES your risk of an early death'
Intermittent fasting — the celeb-favorite diet followed by Kourtney Kardashian and Mark Wahlberg — may RAISE your risk of an early death by 30%, study suggests Study tracked 24,000 Americans over-40 from across US for nearly 15 years Compared to…
Read MoreEU project aims to improve first response in major emergencies
Major emergencies such as terrorist attacks and natural disasters have become more complex and larger in scale, challenging the ability of first responders to deal with the overwhelming numbers of casualties. As they battle to save lives and nurse the…
Read MoreJeremy Hunt demands NHS tightens its belts but gives it extra £6.6BN
‘We want Scandinavian quality and Singaporean efficiency’: Jeremy Hunt demands NHS tightens its belts but gives it extra £6.6BILLION over next two years – as health service boss says the cash will be ‘sufficient’ (even though it’s less than they…
Read MoreAl Rocker was admitted to hospital following a pulmonary embolism
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Read MoreStudy challenges WHO guidelines on pregnancy interval following miscarriage or abortion
Conception within three months of a miscarriage or an abortion is not associated with increased risks of adverse pregnancy outcomes, according to new research publishing in PLOS Medicine. The study suggests that, contrary to current advice, women could attempt pregnancy…
Read MorePrince Harry & Meghan Markle’s Heartfelt Praise for Elton John: ‘Thank You for Being a Friend to Our Kids’
Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, made a surprise cameo in a tribute video for their longtime friend, Elton John, which is airing as a part of Elton’s Disney+ special “Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger.” The couple has…
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