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local5 days ago•29 min saved

Three Snohomish County residents begin rabies prevention after exposure to rabid bat

Three Snohomish County residents are undergoing post‑exposure rabies treatment after a private‑home bat tested positive for rabies. The bat was captured and confirmed by the Washington State Public Health Laboratory; the patients are receiving rabies vaccinations plus human rabies immune globulin, a near‑100% preventive approach. Rabies in wild bats is rare, and officials urge precautions (sealing openings, pet vaccination, avoiding handling bats) as bat season begins; exposure concerns can be directed to the local health department at 425-339-3503.

via KOMO|

#bat #local #preventive-treatment

health7 months ago•3 min saved

New Insights into Early Detection and Impact of Diabetes on Eye Health

UCL scientists have identified the protein LRG1 as a key early trigger of diabetic retinopathy, suggesting that targeting this protein could prevent vision loss in people with diabetes before irreversible damage occurs. A drug targeting LRG1 is already in pre-clinical development, offering hope for more effective early intervention compared to current treatments.

via Medical Xpress|

#diabetes #diabetic-retinopathy #eye-disease

health9 months ago•3 min saved

Over-the-counter nasal spray may reduce COVID-19 risk by 70%

A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that azelastine, an over-the-counter antihistamine nasal spray, reduced COVID-19 infection risk by 69% in a clinical trial, suggesting potential as a prophylactic measure, especially during respiratory virus seasons.

via CIDRAP|

#antihistamine #azelastine #covid-19

health2 years ago•3 min saved

"Maximizing ROI: The Case for Investing in Tuberculosis Screening and Prevention"

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released an investment case for tuberculosis (TB) screening and preventive treatment, emphasizing the need for increased resources to achieve new targets committed by Heads of State at the 2023 UN High-Level Meeting on TB. The investment case highlights the significant health and economic benefits of expanding TB screening and preventive treatment, with a return on investment of up to US$39 for every dollar invested. While global efforts have saved millions of lives, TB still causes 1.3 million deaths annually, and the scale-up of access to TB preventive treatment has been slow. The 2024 World Tuberculosis Day is being commemorated under the theme 'Yes! We can end TB!', with a focus on turning commitments into tangible actions to reach global TB targets.

via World Health Organization (WHO)|

#global-health #health #investment

health2 years ago•5 min saved

"IDPH Issues Warning as Rabid Bats Found in Illinois"

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has issued a warning to residents about potential rabies exposure from infected animals, particularly bats. So far this year, 27 rabid bats have been found in 14 counties across Illinois. Rabies can also be found in other wild animals such as raccoons, skunks, foxes, and coyotes. IDPH emphasizes the importance of preventing rabies through measures like vaccinating pets, being cautious around wildlife, and seeking immediate medical care after a potential exposure. Anyone who wakes up to find a bat in their home should seek preventive treatment, even if they cannot find evidence of being bitten. The IDPH also provides guidelines on capturing bats for testing and advises contacting local animal control or health departments for appropriate next steps.

via Patch.com|

#bats #health #illinois