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Key Questions Answered Q: What are disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBIs)?A: DGBIs, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and functional dyspepsia, are conditions where the gut and brain fail to communicate properly, leading to chronic gastrointestinal symptoms without clear structural causes. Q: How much did these disorders increase after the pandemic?A: The study found a rise from 38.3% to 42.6% …

Potentially fatal EEE virus found in mosquitoes in town in southeastern Mass.  Boston 25 News EEE confirmed in Hampshire County, officials say  The Boston Globe How to protect yourself from Triple E  WWLP Press Release: MA Department of Public Health (MDPH) 07-23-25  shrewsbury-ma.gov MA officials detect first mosquito sample of season positive for EEE  WHDH Source link

New HIV vaccines have shown promise in studies with lab animals and human volunteers, pointing to a potential way of preventing the lifelong viral disease. These experimental vaccines are built upon mRNA technology and several triggered potent immune responses in these early tests, while also causing few side effects. Scientists described the new vaccines in a pair of studies published …

On a recent weekday evening, Ashly Richards helped her 13-year-old son, Case, with homework. He did math problems and some reading, underscoring how much he’s accomplished at his school for children with autism. Richards has heard Trump administration officials suggest that food dyes and pediatric vaccines cause autism and ADHD. That stance, she said, unfairly blames parents. “There’s no evidence …

It’s hard to go anywhere in the summer without being faced with another reminder to stay well hydrated. But while proper hydration is important for your health and avoiding heat-related illness, doctors say that going about it the wrong way could mess with your stomach. Issues specifically show up in the form of acid reflux, aka gastroesophageal reflux. It seems …

Want to keep your brain sharp as you age? Science may have a recipe.  The Washington Post Study reveals simple lifestyle changes could help prevent dementia  PBS Trying to keep your brain young? A big new study finds these lifestyle changes help  NPR You can slow cognitive decline as you age, large study finds. Here’s how  CNN Healthy Lifestyle Can Help People at Risk …

Is the Japanese walking trend backed by science?  Euronews.com Can This Viral Japanese Walking Workout Really Boost Your Fitness?  Good Housekeeping ‘Japanese walking’ promises big health gains in 30 minutes. Health experts are skeptical  Los Angeles Times Simple Japanese fitness trend could add 7 years to life expectancy, experts say  foxnews.com Japanese walking: Experts say wellness trend can boost strength, fitness, and heart health  MSN …

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Brevard County has found four confirmed cases of “locally acquired” dengue, a news release stated. In response to the confirmed cases, officials said Wednesday that DOH-Brevard and Brevard County Mosquito Control are coordinating surveillance, enhanced monitoring and overnight spraying to reduce the risk of disease transmission. According to the release, …

This Virus Doesn’t Make You Sick. It Makes You Stronger  SciTechDaily The plant virus that trains your immune system to kill cancer  ScienceDaily Virus Found In Black-Eyed Pea Plants Could Be Used To Treat Cancer  IFLScience Plant Virus Reprograms Immune System to Fight Cancer  Inside Precision Medicine Plant Virus Shows Promise as Potent Cancer Immunotherapy, Study Finds  TUN – The University Network Source link

She ended up with a bat in her mouth — and $21,000 in medical bills  The Washington Post Source link