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health-and-wellness1 month ago•8 min saved

Israeli 9-year-old battles rare brain infection after swimming near Sea of Galilee

A 9-year-old boy is in serious condition with encephalitis caused by Naegleria fowleri after swimming at Kursi Beach on the Sea of Galilee; the Health Ministry has confirmed the amoeba as the cause and says the infection is extremely rare worldwide. The boy is being treated at Rambam Medical Center, and authorities note it cannot be contracted from drinking water or from person-to-person contact. Public guidance urges avoiding water entering the nose (nose plugs recommended), not disturbing the bottom in shallow water, and seeking urgent medical care if symptoms such as fever, severe headaches, neck stiffness, confusion, or drowsiness occur after water exposure.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#brain-eating-amoeba #encephalitis #health-and-wellness

science1 month ago•168 min saved

HSV-1 jumps to lemurs, killing four in a new study

Four privately owned lemurs contracted human herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1) after close contact with people (including a lemur involved in a 'lemur yoga' session) and died from encephalitis; this study marks the first molecular confirmation of HSV-1 in lemurs and highlights the risks of close human–primate interaction in captive settings, urging stricter biosecurity.

via Live Science|

#cross-species-transmission #encephalitis #hsv-1

science3 months ago•45 min saved

Powassan Virus Surges in the U.S.; Tick Bites Can Transmit in Minutes

A tick-borne Powassan virus is rising in the United States, especially in the Northeast and Great Lakes. It can be transmitted to humans in as little as 15 minutes after a bite, and there are no vaccines or proven medicines to prevent or treat it. Carried by groundhog, squirrel, and deer ticks, the virus can cause severe illness like encephalitis or meningitis in some cases. Prevention centers on avoiding ticks through repellents, permethrin-treated clothing, checking for ticks after outdoor exposure, and reducing tick habitats around homes.

via Yahoo|

#deer-tick #encephalitis #meningitis

science3 months ago•35 min saved

Powassan Tick Virus Is Rising in the U.S., with Transmission Possible in Minutes

Powassan virus, carried by ticks such as the groundhog tick, squirrel tick, and blacklegged (deer) tick, is on the rise in the United States, especially in the Northeast and Great Lakes regions. There are no vaccines or medicines to prevent or treat the infection, and the virus can be transmitted to humans in as little as 15 minutes after a tick bite. Most cases may not show symptoms, but serious outcomes can include encephalitis or meningitis. Prevention hinges on avoiding ticks, using repellents, checking for ticks after outdoor activities, and treating clothing with permethrin.

via Yahoo News Canada|

#deer-tick #encephalitis #meningitis

health3 months ago•6 min saved

Encephalitis Survivors Face Widespread Psychiatric Sequelae

A global meta-analysis of 101 studies including over 4,700 encephalitis survivors finds psychiatric and behavioral problems—most notably depression (~27%) and anxiety (~20–23%)—are as common as neurological deficits like memory loss or seizures and can persist months or years after recovery, regardless of infectious or autoimmune cause. The findings reveal a care gap with few standardized long-term mental-health follow-ups and call for routine neuropsychiatric screening and integration of mental-health services into standard post-encephalitis care.

via Neuroscience News|

#encephalitis #health #long-term-care

health5 months ago•5 min saved

Grandmother’s UTI misdiagnosis revealed a life-threatening brain infection

A grandmother was told she had a urinary tract infection, but her condition turned out to be encephalitis, a serious brain infection. The case highlights how encephalitis symptoms can mimic a UTI, underscoring the need for thorough evaluation to avoid dangerous delays in diagnosis.

via The Independent|

#doctors #elderly #encephalitis

health6 months ago•40 min saved

Common cold sore virus triggers lasting brain injury in mum

A 74-year-old woman from Wales developed encephalitis caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV‑1), leading to a 12‑week hospital stay and long‑term brain injury. Doctors note that rapid diagnosis and antiviral treatment within 48 hours can reduce damage, and the family is urging others to watch for early warning signs of encephalitis.

via Yahoo|

#awareness #brain-damage #encephalitis

health7 months ago•13 min saved

Two days on a crowded A&E trolley ends in a fatal brain infection

The Independent tells the story of Tom Frith, who spent two days on a trolley in Leighton Hospital’s overrun A&E; his wife says an MRI that could have detected a deadly brain condition was refused because it was the weekend, and weeks later he died from encephalitis, highlighting serious NHS emergency-care delays and patient-safety concerns.

via The Independent|

#brain #encephalitis #health

health7 months ago•3 min saved

Delayed brain disease after measles confirms vaccination urgency

A rare, fatal form of measles-related brain disease (SSPE) can emerge years after infection; a 7-year-old who contracted measles as an infant developed seizures and cognitive decline and died, illustrating the continued risk amid U.S. outbreaks and underscoring vaccination as the primary prevention.

via Gizmodo|

#encephalitis #health #measles

health8 months ago•3 min saved

South Carolina Measles Outbreak Brings Encephalitis and Hospitalizations

South Carolina’s measles outbreak has grown to about 876 current cases (nearly 900 since last October) with at least 19 hospitalizations, including children who developed encephalitis; nationwide, outbreaks total around 3,000 cases and three deaths, underscoring the need for higher vaccination to protect vulnerable groups and curb transmission.

via Gizmodo|

#encephalitis #health #measles

health8 months ago•35 min saved

South Carolina measles outbreak linked to rare brain swelling in children

South Carolina’s measles outbreak has reached 876 cases, mostly among unvaccinated children, with dozens under five affected. Health officials report cases of encephalitis, a dangerous brain inflammation that can cause seizures, developmental delays, or death; measles encephalitis carries a mortality risk of about 10–15% in children. Pneumonia and multiple hospitalizations have also been observed. Officials note that roughly 95% of cases are in unvaccinated individuals and credit rising vaccination efforts for a recent uptick in immunizations. They stress the importance of the MMR vaccine, which provides strong protection after two doses, and urge continued vaccination to protect vulnerable groups from serious complications and misinformation-driven hesitancy.

via Yahoo|

#encephalitis #health #measles

health8 months ago•5 min saved

SC Measles Outbreak Linked to Brain Inflammation in Children

South Carolina’s measles outbreak has reached 876 cases (700 this year); some children developed encephalitis, a rare but serious brain inflammation that can cause seizures and long-term neurologic issues. There have been 19 measles-related hospitalizations in the state. Vaccination efforts surged in January, the best month so far, as officials warn that declining vaccination rates fuel the resurgence and raise future risks like SSPE years after infection.

via WIRED|

#encephalitis #health #measles

health8 months ago•6 min saved

Nipah Outbreak in India Triggers Regional Health Alerts Over Deadly Virus

A Nipah virus outbreak in India's West Bengal has prompted heightened health screening and alerts across Asia. Nipah is a highly fatal, zoonotic virus with transmission from animals, contaminated foods, and limited human-to-human spread; there is currently no vaccine, though a treatment (m102.4) is in early trials. The immediate public health risk remains low for regions outside the affected area, but authorities are closely monitoring cases.

via ScienceAlert|

#encephalitis #health #india-outbreak

health2 years ago•7 min saved

"Parents Warned of 'Hidden' Symptoms After 8-Year-Old Dies from Brain Condition"

A couple from London, Louise and Richard Taylor, are urging doctors and parents to educate themselves on the symptoms of encephalitis after losing their eight-year-old son, Henry, to the brain condition. Henry's symptoms, including confusion and short-term memory loss, were not recognized as encephalitis-related by healthcare professionals prior to his death. The couple hopes to raise awareness of encephalitis and save lives by sharing their story and encouraging medical professionals to learn about the symptoms and causes of the condition.

via The Independent|

#brain-condition #encephalitis #grief

health2 years ago•10 min saved

"Teen Pregnancy: Unraveling Hallucinations, Headaches, and Bizarre Behavior"

A teenager's pregnancy led to a life-threatening medical mystery as she experienced severe symptoms including headaches, hallucinations, and bizarre behavior. After weeks of misdiagnoses, doctors discovered she had anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis, a rare and life-threatening disease. With limited guidance on treating the condition during pregnancy, her mother made the difficult decision to end the pregnancy to save her daughter's life. Following the procedure, the teenager made a stunning recovery and is now working and studying. She later became pregnant again and successfully gave birth to a healthy baby, affirming her mother's difficult decision.

via The Washington Post|

#difficult-decision #encephalitis #health