In the Yaroslavl region and other regions of Russia, a massive death of dogs was recorded after vaccination with the drug “Multican-8”. Manufacturer Vetbiohim is recalling the 20th batch of the vaccine, Rosselkhoznadzor is initiating an inspection amid suspicions of sabotage.
WHO hopes to bring the Ebola outbreak in the DRC under control within three months, subject to the allocation of additional resources. The epidemic has already entered the sixth province, becoming the deadliest in the country's history.
Doctors at Sechenov University have developed a new strategy for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease based on the method of selective plasma sorption of extracellular DNA, which improves the cognitive functions of patients.
The death toll due to heat in Germany in 2026 reached 14 thousand people. Most deaths were recorded among people over 85 years of age, women are more likely to suffer, according to data from the Robert Koch Institute.
Infectious diseases, including gastroenteritis, scabies, and impetigo, have broken out among migrants in Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta following a mass influx of over 72,000 individuals from Morocco.
From September 1, data on the patient’s lipid profile, including triglycerides and cholesterol, will begin to be entered into the medical examination record card. Calculation of the probability of coronary heart disease, examination by a dermatovenerologist and ultrasound of the abdominal aorta will also be added.
In Israel, two children (5 and 6 years old) were hospitalized after eating chocolate containing hallucinogenic mushrooms. Their condition is stable, but neurological symptoms are observed.
Russia is ready to adopt traditional Chinese medicine practices for patient treatment and rehabilitation, Federal Service for Surveillance in Healthcare head Alla Samoilova announced at the SPROUTS forum in Kazan.
The chief freelance cardiologist of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation, Sergei Boytsov, said that the ideal pressure is 120 to 80 mm Hg. Art., and the range up to 140 is the control zone.
US authorities are moving to shut down Network for Hope, a Kentucky organ donation group, after allegations that staff pressed ahead with a 2021 organ recovery surgery despite the donor showing signs of life.
Specialists from Sechenov University have developed an innovative intranasal spray for the treatment of drug-induced rhinitis with a mucoadhesive component for a long-lasting effect.
Scientists from University College London found that 15 extra minutes of physical activity a day could reduce the risk of cancer by 2%. The study, published in BMC Medicine, analyzed data from 59,218 participants in the UK Biobank project.
A new WHO report reveals that global progress on universal health coverage has stalled or deteriorated since 2015, leaving 4.6 billion people without essential health services and 2.1 billion facing financial hardship.
Russian scientists at the Gamaleya Center have developed a prototype cancer vaccine against non-small cell lung cancer, the most common type that affects smokers. The development is based on the technology of the Neoonkovak melanoma vaccine.
Russian Academy of Sciences academician Alexander Gunzburg said Russia plans to develop three new vaccines against bladder cancer, small cell lung cancer and colorectal cancer, after the first patient received a personalized melanoma vaccine in April.
A Cyclospora outbreak in the US, the largest on record with over 18,000 cases across 45 states, has resulted in the first two confirmed fatalities in Michigan, both with underlying health conditions.
Gynecologist Dmitry Lubnin claims that a man’s age does not significantly affect the quality of sperm, since sperm are renewed every 72-75 days. Lifestyle has a much greater impact on reproductive health.
The US Cyclospora outbreak, linked to contaminated iceberg lettuce, has caused 2 deaths in Michigan amid over 18,000 cases across 45 states, surpassing the 2019 record of ~4,700 cases.
Chinese scientists tracked 877 students for a year and found that regular physical activity reduced anxiety, depression and stress, while increasing athletic confidence and mental toughness.
Russians are increasingly seeking psychological help after participating in spiritual retreats, which can hide harsh programs with fasting and heavy physical activity, which lead to nervous breakdowns and psychosis.
Tick activity continues, and a new surge is possible at the end of August. According to expert Olga Shipulina, ticks carry borreliosis, rickettsiosis and other infections, and in 10.7% of samples several pathogens were detected at once.
Roszdravnadzor of the Rostov region will conduct an inspection of the Azov city hospital in connection with media reports about the possible infection of a schoolgirl with HIV and hepatitis C during treatment for an intestinal infection.
The London Mental Health Foundation plans to cut costs by more than $33 million, restructure 10 key services and lay off 330 staff due to a budget shortfall. The Unite union is preparing to vote on industrial action to protest the cuts.
