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NFL fans believe Browns won the Myles Garrett trade
Who won the Myles Garrett trade? NFL fans weigh in
Farmer weighs in on POTUS visiting Wisconsin
President Trump will be in Derrick Van Orden’s district. He faces a tough re-election this fall.
Report: Arne Slot could be set for shock managerial return
Celtic weigh ambitious move for former Liverpool boss as managerial search takes fresh twistCeltic’s search for a new permanent manager could be heading in a fascinating new direction, with former L...
Backed by Trump, Opposed by Putin, and Fighting for His Political Life
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan of Armenia is seeking re-election as his country weighs questions of war and peace, of autocracy and democracy, and of subjugation and independence.
BevNET Live: Everwell Health showcases science-backed functional beverage ingredients
Wellness ingredients supplier Everwell Health will be showcasing its “Ingredients for Life” portfolio of functional beverage solutions for caffeine-free energy, concentration, protein, and weight loss at the upcoming BevNET Live event next week in New York City, US (June 10–11). Everwell Health experts will be present at the show, highlighting how the company’s ingredients can help formulators create differentiated beverages that meet growing consumer demand for convenient, multifunctional, and health-focused beverages.
‘B—ch’ Move? Allen ‘Finessed’ By DDP Bait-And-Switch
This weekend (Sat., June 6, 2026) at UFC Vegas 118, No. 4-ranked Middleweight contender will take a significant step down the ladder to face unranked boxer Edmen Shahbazyan in the co-main event. Usually, there are extenuating circumstances when a Top 5-ranked contender fights outside the rankings. Some kind of losing streak is involved or the […]
Pro Rata Premium: Hazel Health hiccup
Hazel Health is weighing strategic options
The Supply Side: Grocery business responds to GLP-1 use
The rising use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs is reshaping consumer spending, which impacts food retailers and suppliers. About 1 in 8 U.S. consumers use drugs that reduce appetites and curb...
James Webb telescope detects most distant dormant black hole, invisible in all wavelengths and weighing as much as 6 billion suns
JWST found a black hole hiding in a galaxy more than 10 billion light-years away from Earth, and used a cosmic magnifying glass to determine its mass.
Popular weight-loss diet shows surprising impact on serious mental health condition
New UC San Diego research suggests the keto diet may help reduce anorexia nervosa symptoms, with 72% of participants scoring in the recovered or normal range.
Decoding the Complex Science of Obesity
GLP-1. GIP. Amylin. Incretins. Peptides. NuSH. It’s not hard to see why the language surrounding modern obesity research sometimes feels like an alphabet soup of scientific terms. But behind each is a growing understanding of how the body regulates hunger, metabolism, energy use, and weight. It’s shaping what we know about how those systems might contribute to obesity.
Bears downplayed Chicago talks as Arlington Heights push advanced
Records obtained by Crain's show six conversations between City Hall and team attorneys as Springfield lawmakers weighed legislation sought by the Bears.
Cole Hauser Says 106-Degree Texas Heat Made It Tough to Keep Weight on While Filming “Dutton Ranch” (Exclusive)
"I was trying to keep weight on," Hauser tells PEOPLE of filming the 'Yellowstone' spinoff in Texas
Eli Manning weighs in on Giants QB Jaxson Dart's Trump rally fallout
Eli Manning spoke about political activities from athletes after Giants QB Jaxson Dart introduced President Donald Trump at a rally.
Why David Brooks Is (Mostly) Done With Politics
The controversial columnist wants to contemplate weightier issues.
Shanghai urged to unify incentives as EU firms in China flag rising challenges
European chamber pushes for ‘one Shanghai’ policy as survey reveals cross-border capital flow and market access barriers weigh on operations.
Google's new Gemma 4 open AI model is sized for your laptop
Gemma 4 12B uses a new encoding scheme and token prediction to punch above its weight.
A new AI-powered computer worm could prove to be the stuff of cybersecurity nightmares
University of Toronto researchers built a worm powered by open-weight AI that adapts to its targets. Experts say it changes the math on cybersecurity defense
WATCH: Rubio scorches claim Trump weighed finances in Iran decisions: ‘Not even for a millisecond’
Secretary of State Rubio calls allegations that Trump considered personal finances in Iran decisions "completely false" during heated House hearing.
Popular GLP-1 weight-loss drugs linked to lower risks of addiction and overdose
A massive study of more than 600,000 U.S. veterans suggests that popular GLP-1 drugs such as semaglutide may do far more than help with diabetes and weight loss—they could also fight addiction itself. Researchers found that people taking these medications were less likely to develop substance use disorders involving alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, cocaine, opioids, and other drugs, while those already struggling with addiction experienced fewer overdoses, hospitalizations, emergency visits, and drug-related deaths.
Health insurer Cigna will stop covering GLP-1 weight loss drugs in its employee health plan
CNBC's Becky Quick reports on the latest news.
News Publishers Weigh Whether AI is Industry Killer or Savior
The potential effects of AI dominate a meeting of global publishers
Declan Doyle is still weighing an important game-day decision
Baltimore's new offensive coordinator is still determining where he'll be most effective when calling plays this season.
Telehealth Booms As Demand For GLP-1s Surges and Questions Mount About Safety, Oversight
By Lauren Sausser and Maia Rosenfeld and KFF Health News HealthDay ReportersWEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2026 (HealthDay News) — Within 24 hours of injecting the first dose of a weight loss medication she received following a visit with a telehealth doctor, Karleigh McClain was admitted to the hospital, she ...
This week in Santa Cruz County business: Planning commission weighs next steps for Front & Laurel project; apple farmers face shift as Martinelli’s cancels contracts
This week in local business, Jessica M. Pasko has the latest on a proposed mixed-use development in downtown Santa Cruz, a seismic development for South County apple growers and names, numbers and dates to know.
Rogers? Kroupi? Alvarez? Gunners weigh up incomings and sales
Mikel Arteta has been central to the club's planning for next season, with the Gunners targeting a central midfielder, forward and full-back in the transfer market. Given last season's £250m spend on new players, a number of player renewals and lucrative bonuses paid to players in lieu of their Premier League success, the club are mindful of ensuring finances are balanced during the close season. For the forward position, three players are known to be on the shortlist - Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers, Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi and Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez.
Sean McVay Weighs in on Aaron Donald’s Potential Rams Return
The Los Angeles Rams are the NFL's new Monsters, and they might tempt Aaron Donald out of retirement. Sean McVay weighed in.
The Science Behind the Quest for a Non-Peptide Oral Weight Loss Drug A
A combination of human and artificial intelligence has paved the way for a GLP-1 agonist that is effective when taken by mouth.
China services activity grows at fastest pace in three months, private PMI shows
China's services activity expanded at the fastest pace in three months in May, helped by stronger growth in new business and a rebound in overseas demand, though rising cost pressures weighed on firms, a private-sector survey showed on Wednesday.
Could lifting weights actually help you live longer?
Regular weight training can significantly reduce the risk of early death, research suggests.
From The Sports Desk: Heavyweights Carolina, Vegas meet in Stanley Cup Final
We preview the matchup between the Hurricanes and the Golden Knights, before the series starts tonight. Plus, Germany’s Jamal Musiala is our World Cup spotlight of the day.
WATCH LIVE: Senate GOP leaders hold news conference as Trump weighs dropping weaponization fund
How Students Are Weighing Politics In Their College Choices
Kaplan survey students want their schools to make their voices heard...but aren't sure how their classmates will welcome their own views
Rx Kids linked to reductions in preterm births and low birthweights, fewer NICU admissions
A pregnancy and postnatal cash prescription program in Flint Michigan has been linked to improved birth outcomes including reduced rates of low birthweight, preterm birth and NICU admission.
Why interviewing Anthony Joshua made me uncomfortable
COMMENT: Six months after the ex-heavyweight champion survived a car crash that killed two of his friends, he spoke to Alex Pattle and others about how he is coping – whether he wanted to or not
Manchester United weighing up move for £50m-rated Lewis Hall
Manchester United are considering a move for Newcastle United’s Lewis Hall as they look to strengthen their options at left-back. While Luke Shaw completed the 2025–26 season without injury, his p...
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic show promise for more than weight loss. But what’s science vs hype?
Ozempic-style drugs have been flagged as possible treatments for cancer, dementia, endo, addiction and more. An expert explains what the evidence really says.
The Rockets’ Kawhi Leonard Trade Rumors Are Heating Up
Houston’s youth movement faces a crossroads as the front office weighs sacrificing elite prospects for a veteran juggernaut to forge a terrifying new championship core.
Towards a responsive health system and equitable access to quality RMNCAH services
Indonesia’s vast geography and sociocultural diversity shape the delivery of reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health (RMNCAH) services in ways that are both enabling and challenging. Across provinces, significant variation has been observed in how services are planned, resourced, and delivered. These variations in service standards and quality are felt daily in the lives of women, newborns and adolescents. Despite these challenges, progress is visible. National estimates show a drop in maternal mortality ratio, from 331 to 140 per 100 000 live births since 2000, signaling improvements in care quality and access. Fertility has stabilised and contraceptive use has grown, yet unmet reproductive health needs persist, and adolescent pregnancies continue to reflect early marriage and limited access to youth-friendly services.To better understand how Indonesia’s health system has evolved under decentralisation, the Ministry of Health, supported by World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), IPAS and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), conducted a joint external review of RMNCAH programmes. This review draws on multiple sources of evidence, including existing literature, policy documents, national health system data, as well as field visits to six selected provinces to represent Indonesia’s geographic and administrative diversity. During the field visits, review teams observed service delivery in health facilities, spoke with health workers and local leaders and met mothers and families to understand how RMNCAH policies are operationalised. One of the challenges identified was the management of low birthweight (LBW) infants, a major contributor to neonatal deaths, under resource constraints. One midwife described a severe case of extremely LBW twins, one stillborn and the other died after three days of care. She recalled how the surviving infant struggled to swallow and may not have received breast milk, while simultaneous emergencies required the team’s attention, affecting the care provided to the infant.A subsequent review of the case by the district health office revealed insufficient antenatal care, fragmented maternal medical history due to population mobility, referral delays, limited provider capacity in neonatal intravenous access and a heavy workload that constrained proper newborn monitoring. These insights informed recommendations to strengthen both system-wide and service-level responses. Since the early 2000s, Indonesia’s decentralisation initiative has given much of the responsibility for funding, staffing and managing health services to regional governments. While the Ministry of Health sets national clinical standards, daily management of public health facilities falls under regional authorities through the Ministry of Internal Affairs. While this arrangement allows services to be tailored to local needs, it also depends heavily on local capacity for planning, budgeting and management. Health facilities and district health offices are better positioned to translate national priorities into local action when they have access to consistent technical support, helping health workers manage resource constraints and infrastructure gaps.The complexity of Indonesia’s health system governance is no easy feat to navigate. Understanding these dynamics is essential to strengthening policy, improving coordination and ensuring more equitable access to services across Indonesia. Under the leadership of Ministry of Health, recommendations from this exercise will be key in guiding the nation’s roadmap to an equitable and quality health system for RMNCAH.Written by Edit Oktavia Manuama, National Professional Officer (Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health), and Jessie Yunus, National Professional Officer (Gender, Rights, Equity, and Disability Inclusion)
Planetary Health Diet May Lower Obesity Risk at Menopause
The planetary health and low-insulinemic diets — rich in plants and whole grains and low in red and processed meats and fried foods — can aid weight management during menopause, a recent study shows.
Sam Altman weighs in on IPO race after Anthropic files to go public
Hours after Anthropic filed paperwork for an IPO, Altman said OpenAI is not focused on the timing of who goes public first.
Toyota Turns Up the Thrill for 2027 with New Updates to GR86
PLEASANTON, Calif. (June 1, 2026) – Making its debut at FuelFest in the Bay Area, where car culture, performance, passion and the enthusiast community come together, the 2027 Toyota GR86 returns with a series of focused enhancements designed to deepen the connection between driver, car and road. Built for enthusiasts and engineered with input shaped by motorsports, the GR86 continues to deliver the kind of lightweight, rear-wheel-drive fun that has made it a favorite among sports car purists around the world.
Ex-Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell sounds alarm over political interference
Powell says central bank has been facing ‘stress test’ under Trump, as supreme court weighs decision on Fed governor that president tried to fire
Exclusive: Barrick Mining weighs London listing as it negotiates Africa business sale, sources say
Barrick Mining , one of the world's leading gold miners, is weighing a possible London listing for its African business, with a potential all-share transaction with UK-listed Endeavour Mining seen as one option under consideration, two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.
Weight Loss Drugs Listed By Health Insurers Aren’t Necessarily Covered
Inclusion of weight loss drugs on insurer formularies is a meaningful step towards expanding access. But having a product listed doesn’t necessarily mean it’s covered.
‘A question for Mainers to weigh’: Congressional Democrats speak out about latest media reports around Graham Platner
‘The Cardinal Countdown: 97 Days Until Kickoff’
MAURICE DAVIS #97 Height: 6’4” Weight: 250lb Position: DL Class: Sophomore Hometown: Albany, GA Summary: The Cards grabbed Davis over a few SEC squads back in 2024 and are looking for his on field development to mirror that of his improved speed and quickness. Sitting behind some high caliber weapons on the depth chart when […]
Umar Nurmagomedov added to UFC Abu Dhabi in July
Umar Nurmagomedov will return as the co-main for UFC Abu Dhabi on July 25th, 2026. Overnight, the UFC made the big announcement: the No. 2 ranked bantamweight Nurmagomedov will face No. 9 ranked David Martinez at UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Rountree at Etihad Arena. This will be Nurmagomedov’s first fight since a dominant decision […]
Alexander Volkanovski gives Ilia Topura vs. Justin Gaethje prediction
A lightweight championship unification bout between champion Ilia Topuria and interim titleholder Justin Gaethje headlines the UFC Freedom 250 fight card on June 14 at the White House. It will be Topuria's first title defense. Topuria is a heavy betting favorite two weeks out from the event, but ...
Sergei Pavlovich calls for title shot after UFC Macau win
Third-ranked heavyweight contender Sergei Pavlovich went into his UFC Macau main card bout against up-and-comer Tallison Teixeira without a lot to gain. Teixeira was ranked No. 15 in the division. A win for Pavlovich wouldn't have moved the needle unless the win was quick and brutal. He delivered, ...
EXCLUSIVE: EU weighs excluding military-age Ukrainian men from extended protection scheme
Some EU capitals argue the framework should be revised to support Ukraine’s war effort, with any limits applying only to future applicants
Harvard Lightweights Win Third Straight National Championship | Sports
Harvard Lightweights Win Third Straight National Championship | Sports | The Harvard Crimson
Japan’s Q1 capex stalls as Iran war concerns weigh on business confidence
(Corrects to restore dropped word 'flat' in lead paragraph) By Makiko Yamazaki TOKYO, June 1 (Reuters) - Japanese companies' annual spending on plant and equipment remained almost flat in the first quarter, data showed on Monday, pausing after a year ...
Japan's Q1 capex stalls as Iran war concerns weigh on business confidence
(Corrects to restore dropped word 'flat' in lead paragraph) By Makiko Yamazaki TOKYO, June 1 (Reuters) - Japanese companies' annual spending on plant and equipment remained almost flat in the first
Japan's Q1 capex stalls as Iran war concerns weigh on business confidence
Japanese companies' annual spending on plant and equipment remained almost flat in the first quarter, data showed on Monday, pausing after a year of strong growth as concerns mount over the impact of the Middle East conflict.
Move more for your health, not just for the scale
Statement Highlights: Regular physical activity improves blood pressure, insulin sensitivity, cholesterol levels and cardiorespiratory fitness in adults with overweight or obesity, independent of weight loss, according to a new scientific statement...
Abilene political analyst discusses District 19, Senate races
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Political Analyst Paul Fabrizio is weighing in on recent local and state elections, discussing voter turnout, the race for Texas’s 19th Congressional Distri…
Lightweight clash added to UFC Belgrade lineup
Ludovit Klein will lock horns with Tofiq Musayev at UFC Belgrade.
Stayed in Celebrity Cruises Infinite Veranda cabin; pros outweigh cons
Celebrity Cruises' Infinite Veranda cabins have unique features, and many say its cons outweigh the pros. But I think the stateroom is a good value.
Azim signals world-title intent with stoppage win
British light-welterweight Adam Azim continues his march towards a world-title shot with a third-round stoppage win over Steve Claggett in London.
Trump's Doctor Says He's in 'Excellent Health,' Urges Weight Loss
The White House released a report from President Trump’s latest medical visit. Here’s what it says.
Trump’s doctor recommends he lose weight, exercise more but says he is in ‘excellent health’
The White House released the results of President Donald Trump’s May physical late Friday evening, with his physician recommending he lose weight and exercise more while noting he is in "excellent health."
White House releases Trump's physical results, says he's in 'excellent health' but almost obese
The White House doctor recommended increased physical activity and weight loss.
George remains option for Everton
Everton are still weighing up whether to trigger Tyrique George's option-to-buy clause this summer following his loan spell from Chelsea. The 20-year-old forward's future remains unclear, as does the value of the option, although it could be in a similar ballpark to the £22m fee agreed with Fulham on deadline day last summer. George made just one start in 11 appearances at Hill Dickinson Stadium but, at times, looked impressive from the bench.
UFC Macau Results: Song vs. Figueiredo
Song Yadong, Deiveson Figueiredo battle to stay in the bantamweight contender picture
White House Releases Results of Trump’s Latest Physical Exam
The report by President Trump’s physician said he was in “excellent health.” It showed that he had gained weight and that neurological and heart tests had come back “normal.”
Trump’s doctor recommends he lose weight and exercise more but says he is in "excellent health’
The White House released the results of President Donald Trump’s May physical late Friday evening, sharing a memo from his physician recommending he lose weight and exercise more while noting he is in excellent health.
Trump’s doctor recommends he lose weight and exercise more but says he is in "excellent health’
The White House released the results of President Donald Trump’s May physical late Friday evening, sharing a memo from his physician recommending he lose weight and exercise more while noting he is in excellent health.
UFC Macau Start Time, Full Fight Card Details!
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is back in Macau SAR, China TODAY (Sat., May 30, 2026) to stage UFC Macua from inside Galaxy Arena featuring a banger of a Bantamweight bout between Yadong Song and Deiveson Figueiredo, while Alonzo Menifield and Zhang Mingyang battle in a Light Heavyweight bout in the co-main event on Paramount+. What’s […]
Conor McGregor Rolls Out Extra KO Bonuses For BKFC 90
Conor McGregor is raising the stakes for this weekend’s BKFC 90 fight card from Birmingham, England, as the former UFC double champion rolled out new knockout bonuses for every single bout. This weekend will feature a headlining title fight between BKFC U.K. welterweight champion Connor Tierney and veteran knockout artist Rico Franco. However, the main […]
Palidye Holdings Initiates PENN Entertainment Position, According to Recent SEC Filing
PENN Entertainment pairs regional casinos with a digital wagering business now centered on iCasino and theScore Bet. The stock becomes much more interesting if digital keeps improving without weighing on the casino's cash-flow base.
Palidye Holdings Initiates PENN Entertainment Position, According to Recent SEC Filing
PENN Entertainment pairs regional casinos with a digital wagering business now centered on iCasino and theScore Bet. The stock becomes much more interesting if digital keeps improving without weighing on the casino's cash-flow base.
Champions League Finalists Arsenal, PSG Worth Combined $10B+
Global soccer heavyweights Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain face off Saturday in the Champions League final in Budapest, Hungary. They are both chasing history, with Arsenal looking for its first top-tier European crown, and PSG eyeing back-to-back titles, something only Real Madrid has accomplished since the tournament was rebranded as Champions League in 1992. The game …
An experimental GLP-1 pushes the limits of weight loss. There are risks.
Eli Lilly is developing the the most powerful GLP-1 drug yet. But how much weight loss is too much?
UFC Macau: Song vs. Figueiredo weigh-in results
The UFC Macau: Song vs. Figueiredo weigh-ins are in the books. All fighters hit their marks on Friday in China. The event is headlined by a bantamweight bout between No. 5 ranked Song Yadong and No. 7 ranked former flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo. Figueiredo tipped the scales slightly ...
What will the deal to acquire Caesars Entertainment mean for Las Vegas? Gaming expert weighs in
Abel Garcia talks to Nevada Independent senior reporter Howard Stutz about the far-reaching impacts of Fertitta Entertainment's deal to acquire Caesars Entertainment.
Weight-loss drugs like GLP-1s are easy to buy online raising overdose and safety concerns
Many telehealth companies have emerged in recent years offering easy access to GLP-1 weight loss drugs as demand has exploded.
Mackinac Island businesses worry ferry uncertainty could deter tourism
Local business owners weigh in on the latest in the legal saga between Mackinac Island and the ferry companies that service it.
Is The 2026 World Cup a Model for the Future? A Sports Executive Weighs In.
A sports executive explains the World Cup's complex business operations and economic impact and what it might mean for the sports industry
Sterling drops as Middle East tensions, domestic politics weigh
Sterling slipped for a third straight day against both the euro and the dollar, as investors focused on Middle East tensions and lingering domestic political concerns.
France to reimburse weight-loss drugs from mid-June, health minister says
France will reimburse the cost of weight-loss drugs for severely obese patients from mid-June, Health Minister Stephanie Rist said on Thursday in an interview with TF1 channel.
Holly Holm wasn't surprised by Ronda Rousey returning
Ronda Rousey's dominating three-year reign atop the UFC women's bantamweight division was brought to a sudden halt by Holly Holm at UFC 193 in November 2015. Holm knocked out Rousey with a head kick early in the second round sending shockwaves throughout the combat sports world. Rousey returned to ...
NC could change rules on voter ID, mail-in ballots. Here’s how you can weigh in
The North Carolina State Board of Elections is considering a series of changes to the rules surrounding voter ID, absentee ballots and conduct at polling sites. Over the next two months, the board will be accepting public comment on the proposed changes online and in public hearings.
Do anti-obesity medications affect bone health?
Learn about a new study to examine if GLP-1 weight loss medications have an effect on bone density.
Expected NC budget won’t restore GLP-1 weight-loss drug coverage for state employees, treasurer says
State Treasurer Brad Briner doesn’t expect North Carolina lawmakers to include funding in the upcoming budget to restore State Health Plan coverage of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, as costs and competing budget priorities keep the benefit off the table.
AI-native software helps a luxury blanket brand avoid costly returns
Luxome partners with LiquiDonate to donate returned weighted blankets to nonprofits, reducing landfill waste with AI-driven solutions.
Study links eight heart-healthy habits to lower diabetes risk in postmenopausal women
Type 2 diabetes is often associated with excessive sugar intake, but lifestyle factors including body weight, exercise, and smoking habits can also influence risk. A new study published in Diabetology ...
Ranking the top 25 Power Four college football coaches entering the 2026 season
CBS Sports experts have weighed in on the Power Four coaches ahead of the 2026 season, and we've got a brand-new No. 1
Signos grows foothold in weight-loss wave fueled by GLP-1s with its AI health data tracking
Health tech startup Signos announced a $20 million funding round Wednesday, including an expanded partnership with medical device giant Dexcom.
Dick's Sporting Goods trims profit outlook as Foot Locker overhaul pressures margins
Dick's Sporting Goods lowered its full-year profit forecast on Wednesday as margin pressure tied to its Foot Locker acquisition weighed on earnings, even as strong demand for sneakers and apparel lifted quarterly sales.
Mindy Kaling Says Her Weight Loss Was Motivated by Wanting to Be Healthy and ‘Look Hot’: 'Both Can Be True'
During a recent appearance on 'The View,' Mindy Kaling addressed public reactions to her weight loss, saying it’s been a personal goal since childhood.
Ebola, chemical plants and health, hantavirus, common colds, heat and more
As they say, bugs have ears. Public health has had a relentless May. Chemical plant (near) explosions, Ebola, hantavirus, and that's before you even get to the usual suspects: common colds, heat, and ticks. Here’s an attempt to keep you up to speed and, more importantly, what it means for you and your community. But first, an announcement: World Cup The World Cup starts in 15 days (not like anyone is counting down), and we are hanging TVs in the Health Security Operations Center. It’s going to be a gorgeous, chaotic celebration of basically every culture on earth. And it’s going to take a team effort—from communities to individuals, from public health to health care—to keep people healthy. That’s where you come in. If you’re going to the games or live within 30 miles of a stadium, we would love to hear from you. Sign up for a weekly survey here. Thanks to the more than 1,280 people who have already signed up…you will be hearing from us soon!! Global disease “weather report” Hantavirus: Two more cases The global count of cruise ship passengers with hantavirus has now increased to 13 cases (11 confirmed), with three deaths. The two new cases are overseas and among people who were already quarantining: A crew member in the Netherlands. A Spanish national passenger who was quarantining at home tested positive through daily monitoring. They are now in a biocontainment unit. In the U.S., everyone remains negative. There may be more cases, given that the incubation period of hantavirus (the time from exposure to infection) is 45 days. But this week, we will reach a major milestone: the median incubation window is 18 days, and that will pass on May 29. What this means for you: Your risk from this cruise ship outbreak remains essentially nil at this point. Ebola rages on in Central Africa Big thanks to Dr. Craig Spencer, a humanitarian physician who has treated and survived Ebola, for jumping in to provide the YLE community with an update. Craig, take it from here… The combined confirmed and suspected Ebola cases in DRC are now more than 1,000. All signs are pointing to a very long and catastrophic outbreak in Central Africa: This is a vast undercount. We know this because the test positivity rate is hovering around 50%, only 20% of contacts are being traced (and in some areas, no contacts at all), and more cases keep popping up with no known connection. This all points to widespread and undetected community transmission. This is in only a week of detection. Compared to previous outbreaks, the growth is very fast, as the huge West Africa outbreak in 2016 was first detected at 49 cases and rose to 208 cases a month later. It took four months for that outbreak to reach the size of the current one in the DR Congo. The cases are spread out across 16 health zones. There are now multiple epicenters, making containment very difficult. Next door in Uganda, the case count is seven. While this number is low compared to DRC, a concerning development is that two health care workers recently tested positive with uncertain exposure histories. If they weren’t treating known Ebola cases, this means it’s spreading undetected in Uganda as well. On the ground, backlash, including the burning of health centers, has emerged, a pattern seen in nearly every outbreak and rooted in deep community distrust. It often stems from outside actors working in communities without fully understanding or addressing local priorities. Affected populations may recognize the severity of Ebola while still holding other concerns as more pressing, such as where their loved ones are buried. Community trust is essential to an effective response, but difficult to build during an active emergency. It is best established long before a crisis begins. U.S. priorities are made clear, and may backfire. The U.S. Administration has shown that its first priority is keeping Ebola out, with helping end the outbreak in the DRC a secondary concern. That's meant travel restrictions broader than anything we've imposed before — covering travelers from across the region, and reportedly some green card holders and permanent residents as well. For example, just these past two days, news broke that high-risk American travelers will be subject to a mandatory quarantine in Kenya before they are allowed to return. If an American is infected, the U.S. government plans to send them to a hospital it is standing up from scratch in Kenya. (Currently, Americans who were in the area are allowed to return but are diverted to three airports—Houston, Atlanta, and DC—for further screening.) Past administrations have used travel notices and stepped-up screening; this goes much further. At first blush, these strict precautions may sound prudent. But this approach could backfire in three ways: Restrictions this blunt give people every reason to hide where they’ve been and whom they’ve been near — making the people we most need to find harder to track, not easier. They also breed a false sense that this is someone else’s problem. But diseases are humbling. They find the small cracks in even the most impenetrable-seeming defenses. Lives lost. There is no treatment for this Ebola strain, which means survival depends heavily on the quality of the health system. We have that system in the States, but we are choosing not to use it for infected Americans. This is unbelievable and infuriating. (See a deeper dive from me here.) The only real way to lower the risk to Americans — and everyone else — is to end the outbreak in the DRC and across the region. What this means for you: If you have travel plans to this region, it’s time to cancel them. This is a high-risk situation in Central Africa, and CDC released a Level 4 Travel Advisory. There is also great uncertainty if and when the Administration will let you back in. To the general public in the U.S., your risk remains very, very low right now. U.S. disease “weather report” Ticks: past peak season? Good news, especially for people in the Northeast and Midwest: tick numbers continue to decline. Though we are at the peak of the season, this unusually early year is trending favorably. Heat-related illnesses in the North Heat risk is certainly not blanketing the entire country yet, but this week it will be moderate in the Midwest and the Southeast. What this means for you: Be sure to check the CDC HeatRisk tool. A red day isn’t the best day for that soccer game for a kid with asthma, and a stretch of orange days is a great time to check on your elderly neighbor. Common colds surging As far as respiratory viruses go, the only thing really going around right now is the common cold. It is higher this year than last year, but should peak very soon before returning this fall. Spotlight: Chemical plants Over the weekend, YLE California covered the serious situation that unfolded around a chemical plant in Orange County, California. Thankfully, the worst-case scenario (a chemical explosion) was mitigated, but only through luck. The health implications in a densely populated area could have been catastrophic. As the situation was winding down, another chemical explosion struck Washington State. This one was fatal. Health officials say the risk to surrounding residents from chemicals in the air and ground remains low, though the community deserves far greater clarity. Clean air and clean water consistently rank as Americans’ top public health concerns — yet when chemical disasters strike, communities are too often met with reassurances rather than transparency and accountability. Residents near the 2023 East Palestine, Ohio train derailment, for example, are still waiting to understand the long-term impact on their health, with few clear answers. What this means for you: Many are wondering if facilities processing potentially dangerous materials are in their neighborhoods. This interactive map allows you to enter your ZIP code and see all facilities monitored by the EPA, including any violations. Good news Ebola vaccines and treatment for the Bundibugyo species are in development. Two vaccine platforms are being explored, at least one of which may be deployable in as little as 2 months. One vaccine is being developed by Oxford, and the other uses the same biotechnology as the FDA-approved Zaire species of Ebola. (It may provide cross-protection, but it’s unclear at this point.) On the treatment side, two promising monoclonal antibody cocktails are likely to be deployed, though doses are limited and logistical hurdles remain significant challenges. Anni over at The Biotech Tea had a great explainer about the Ebola vaccine gap, if you want to read more. [ The Biotech Tea The Ebola vaccine gap, reading vessel damage, & the Makary exit 🗝️ Paid subscribers get the Biotech Term of the Week at $30/year (~$2.50/month). I try to keep it intentionally accessible, but if cost is ever a barrier, send me a message. A few people asked about expensing your subscription, so I put together a short email template… Read more 6 days ago · 10 likes · Annicka Evans, PhD ](https://www.thebiotechtea.com/p/the-ebola-vaccine-gap-reading-vessel?utm_source=substack&utm_campaign=post_embed&utm_medium=web) Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has been officially renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), following more than a decade of debate and input from roughly 22,000 clinicians, researchers, and patients worldwide. This is good because the old name was medically misleading, leading to patients without visible cysts being dismissed or overlooked entirely. The WHO estimates that 70% of people with the condition remain undiagnosed. A more accurate name should improve recognition, reduce stigma, and ultimately help the millions of people living with this condition get diagnosed and treated sooner. Poll Loading... Bottom line Public health situations are everywhere right now. Staying healthy takes public health professionals and systems working tirelessly behind the scenes and each of us showing up for our neighbors and communities. Love, YLE Big thanks to Ed Nirenberg for staying on top of the Ebola vaccines, Hannah Totte for all the figures, Dr. Craig Spencer for the Ebola insight, and Dr. Matt Willis for covering the chemical situation in CA. Your Local Epidemiologist (YLE) comprises a team of experts, ranging from physicians to immunologists to epidemiologists to nutritionists, working together with one goal: to “Translate” ever-evolving public health science so that people are well-equipped to make evidence-based decisions. YLE suite of newsletters reaches over 475,000 people across more than 132 countries. This newsletter is free to everyone, thanks to the generous support of fellow YLE community members. To support the effort, subscribe or upgrade below: Subscribe
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