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Genital Microbiome Influences HSV-2 Serostatus in Men & Women - Physician's Weekly

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A study of male and female genital microbiomes shows that STIs and the sexual health of men and women are "inextricably linked biologically and behaviorally." Couples-level consideration of the genital microbiome and STIs could pave the way for more effective preventive strategies, according to a study by Supriya D. Mehta, MHS, PhD, and colleagues. The study found an association between penile taxa and herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) in female partners and between vaginal taxa and HSV-2 in male partners. "Our previous studies showed that the penile microbiome of men with genital ulcers had a greater presence and abundance of bacteria that are often associated with bacterial vaginosis (BV) in women," Dr. Mehta explained. "BV represents a shift in the vaginal microbiome from one that is Lactobacillus -dominant to one that is diverse, with many anaerobic bacteria. There is also clinical and epidemiologic evidence that BV and HSV-2 are correlated." ...

WHO urges food system changes to improve food safety - Food Safety News

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Food systems must be transformed urgently to improve food safety and health, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). WHO said multiple problems are negatively affecting health including zoonotic pathogens that spread between animals and humans. The current system is "failing" with foodborne diseases widespread, and unhealthy diets and malnutrition among the main causes of disease, according to the international agency. Food systems impact health through poor diets and food insecurity, animal-human disease transmission, increased antimicrobial resistance, unsafe and adulterated foods, environmental contamination, and occupational hazards. Improve control and surveillance WHO officials said the sector is vulnerable to climate change, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the war in Ukraine affecting access to, and prices of, food globally and the incidence of foodborne infections. "Increasing temperatures, changing precipitation patterns, and greater frequency of ...

Can dandruff shampoo get rid of fungal acne? Dermatologists weigh in on the viral trend - CNN Underscored

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It turns out the internet was onto something when people began praising dandruff shampoo as a skin care treatment. The dermatologist-approved trick specifically targets fungal acne and can help clear up the symptoms of yeast-derived breakouts. To find out if it's right for you, we spoke to dermatologists about what exactly fungal acne is, how dandruff shampoo can help and what products to try. @elysemyers you ever look at a word so long it starts to look like a made up word? my brain started convincing me 'zinc' wasn't the right spelling by the end of editing this. 😂 ♬ original sound - Elyse Myers What is fungal acne? If you've noticed stubborn and itchy bumps below the skin that don't seem to go away with traditional acne products, it might be fungal acne. Caused by malassezia yeast, this is also known as pityrosporum folliculitis and it differs from acne vulgaris, or the standar...

Vomiting: Why It Happens and What To Do | HealthNews - Healthnews.com

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Prostate Massage Therapy: What Is That? | HealthNews - Healthnews.com

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What’s Going Around: COVID, stomach bug, strep throat - ABC27

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Ron Simon & Associates Files One of the First Salmonella Lawsuits ... - Quality Assurance & Food Safety

Recalls Salmonella The news comes after the Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced an outbreak of Salmonella bacteria linked to the contaminated peanut butter. Adblock test (Why?)

How to prevent foodborne illness | News, Sports, Jobs - Maui News

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Most of us have gotten sick at least once from food we have eaten. While most food related illnesses pass within a couple days, it can be a different story for older adults, young children, pregnant or nursing women, and anyone with a weakened immune system. Taking steps to increase food safety for these groups also keeps food safe for everyone else. Food for thought on food safety: The U.S. food supply is among the safest in the world, yet it still can contain harmful pathogens, including viruses, parasites, bacteria, and spores. Each year, over 48 million people in the U.S. get sick from food. That means 1 in 6 of us will get sick this year. Of those who get sick, over 125,000 will be hospitalized, and 3,000 will die. With age, the immune system often slows or weakens. Diabetes, arthritis, cancer, cardiovascular disease and some medications further weaken the immune system. Age related declines in taste, smell and sight make it more difficult to read expiration d...

What’s Going Around: COVID, stomach bug, strep throat - ABC27

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Salmonella outbreak in Sweden linked to eggs - Food Safety News

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More than 20 people have fallen ill in Sweden with the source of their infections suspected to be eggs. The Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak involves 22 people from 11 different regions. Patients are aged between 7 and 90 years old. A dozen of the patients are women and illnesses occurred between early December and the start of January. In late December 2022, Salmonella Enteritidis was identified at CA Cedergren, a major Swedish producer in one of the egg-laying stables during a routine check, which led to several recalls. Some sick people ate meals containing eggs from the now-recalled batches, so there is a likely connection to the Salmonella finding at the egg producer, said the Public Health Agency of Sweden (Folkhälsomyndigheten). In recent days, a larger number of Salmonella infections have been reported than was expected. These isolates have not yet been typed to determine the strain. However, several ill people mentioned the consumption of products with eggs from suspect...

How to Ease a Sore Throat Quickly | HealthNews - Healthnews.com

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Luzu (Luliconazole) topical: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages - Verywell Health

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What Is Luzu? Luzu ( luliconazole ) is a topical prescription medication used to treat various fungal infections on the skin, such as jock itch, ringworm, and athlete's foot in adults and children 2 and older. Luzu is available via prescription as a topical cream (medication you apply to your skin) and belongs to a class of medications called azole antifungals. For context, azole antifungals are medications used to inhibit the growth of a wide range of fungi, including fungal nail infections and vaginal candidiasis (yeast infections). Luzu works by blocking certain enzymes to inhibit the creation of fungi cell membranes, making them easier to kill. Currently, no therapeutically equivalent version of Luzu, containing the active ingredient luliconazole, is available in the United States (U.S.). However, Luzu, a brand-name medication, is available as a white, 1% cream in a 60-gram tube. Drug Facts Generic Name :...

What should you eat if you have tonsillitis? - Patient.info

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What is tonsillitis? Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils and its' common in children , although adults and teenagers can get it too. It is normally caused by a virus, which spreads by being in physical contact with others, or by sneezing and coughing. Sometimes, tonsillitis is caused by a bacterial infection such as Strep A. The main symptoms in children and adults are a sore throat, problems swallowing, a high temperature of 38C or above, a cough, headaches, feeling sick, earache and feeling tired. Tonsillitis usually gets better on its own after a few days and can be treated with paracetamol, ibuprofen, drinking plenty of fluids and rest. For tonsillitis caused by bacteria, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics. What to eat when you have tonsillitis? Foods to eat with tonsillitis should be soft and easy to swallow, this can be helpful when you have a sore throat because they may be less likely to cause irritation. Soft foods include mashed potato, cooked pasta, stews, s...

Norovirus infects school children in Kerala: Know the symptoms, how it spreads, how to prevent - Times of India

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Vomiting is the main classic symptom of Norovirus infection. Other symptoms of the infection are nausea, diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, and lethargy. In children, it also causes dehydration. Dehydration in kids will lead to decrease in urination, dry mouth and throat and feeling dizzy even when standing for a few minutes. Adblock test (Why?)

Symptoms of Norovirus and How to Avoid It? - Sportskeeda

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Do you know about the symptoms of norovirus? No? Well, here's an overview of what this infection is all about. In this article, we will about what exactly is norovirus, its symptoms, its causes, and how you can prevent it. What is norovirus? Norovirus, also called stomach flu or winter vomiting bug, is a highly contagious infection that passes through direct or indirect contact with an infected person. The infection can even spread through contaminated water, food, and surfaces, and can also pass quickly in closed quarters, including schools, hospitals, offices, etc. Though it's not actually flu, the vomiting and diarrhea can be severe and badly affect your health. What are the causes of norovirus? "> Norovirus can spread through foods. (Photo via Pexels/Antony Trivet) There are many causes of norovirus, and people can get the infection in many ways. You can get a norovirus infection through direct contact with someone who...