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business19 hours ago•6 min saved

Lilly bets on prevention with three biotech acquisitions

Lilly announced agreements to acquire Curevo, LimmaTech Biologics and Vaccine Company to broaden its infectious-disease portfolio with vaccine-based prevention for shingles, bacterial pathogens and EBV-related disease, respectively. The deals could total up to $3.83 billion in potential cash payments, contingent on milestones and regulatory clearances, and closing is subject to customary conditions, reflecting Lilly's strategy to prevent disease at the source and address antimicrobial resistance.

via PR Newswire|

#antimicrobial-resistance #business #infectious-disease

entertainment28 days ago•4 min saved

Ed Sheeran Debuts Buzz Cut as Fresh Start, Reveals Shingles and Tour Hiatus

Ed Sheeran unveiled a shaved head in an Instagram post to mark a fresh start, and he disclosed he’s dealing with shingles while on hiatus from his Loop Tour, expressing excitement to resume touring and noting his family life.

via Page Six|

#ed-sheeran #entertainment #fresh-start

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Haliburton pins shingles and meds for weight gain after viral Pacers photo

Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton says his recent weight gain was due to a shingles bout and hunger-inducing side effects from his medications, not the Pringles memes. He’s battled shingles for about eight weeks, has switched meds (and even gotten a Botox injection), and though his eye has been swollen and he’s lost part of an eyebrow, he’s back to workouts as Indiana finishes its season and looks ahead to recovery.

via New York Post|

#indiana-pacers #pat-mcafee-show #shingles

health1 month ago•8 min saved

Shingles: A Painful Hidden Risk Doctors Urge Vaccination Against

Shingles (reactivation of the varicella zoster virus) is not a mild illness for many: it can cause severe acute pain, long-lasting nerve pain (PHN), and increases the risk of stroke in the following year; antiviral treatment works best within 72 hours, yet vaccination rates remain low in the US and UK, leaving millions exposed and underscoring the need for greater awareness and uptake.

via WIRED|

#health #postherpetic-neuralgia #public-health

health2 months ago•7 min saved

Shingles Vaccine Linked to Lower Dementia Risk, Early Studies Hint

New studies suggest the Shingrix shingles vaccine may be associated with a lower risk of dementia in older adults, with some research indicating about a 50% reduction in risk among vaccinated individuals. In addition to preventing shingles and its serious complications like postherpetic neuralgia, the vaccine may also modestly lower risks of heart attack and stroke. The CDC recommends two doses for adults 50+, with dosing intervals of two to six months, and stronger immune responses are reported in older adults. Side effects are usually mild, and vaccination rates for adults over 60 remain around 35%; more research is needed to establish causality between vaccination and dementia protection.

via The Guardian|

#dementia #health #prevention

health2 months ago•8 min saved

Shingles Reactivations Linked to Faster Brain Aging and Dementia Risk

Emerging data link varicella-zoster shingles reactivations to faster brain aging and increased dementia and stroke risk, prompting researchers to explore whether shingles vaccines and antivirals can protect the brain; findings suggest vaccination may reduce dementia risk and slow aging markers, supporting earlier vaccination and continued boosters to keep the virus dormant.

via WIRED|

#aging #dementia #health

health2 months ago•271 min saved

March Vaccine Checklist for Those Over 50

Doctors urge people over 50 to get up to date on vaccines this March, as aging immune systems raise the risk of serious illness from flu, COVID-19, RSV, and shingles. Key vaccines to consider include the influenza shot, updated COVID boosters, RSV (especially for those 50–74 at risk or over 75), shingles (zoster), pneumococcal, and Td/Tdap boosters; some may also need MMR and varicella based on risk. Vaccines are widely available at primary care clinics, pharmacies, and local health departments, and getting them can reduce hospitalizations and long-term complications. In addition to vaccines, a healthy lifestyle and planning for fall vaccinations are advised.

via AOL.com|

#covid-19 #health #influenza

health3 months ago•41 min saved

Shingles vaccine may slow aging and curb dementia risk, but uptake and funding remain barriers

A Vox explainer reviews growing evidence that the shingles vaccine may slow biological aging and lower dementia risk, based on Welsh natural experiments and biomarker studies; while a 20% reduced dementia risk has been reported and lab data show slower aging, researchers caution that causal links and long-term effects require more funding and trials, and uptake among eligible seniors is still low—even with the newer Shingrix vaccine, whose anti-aging benefits remain unproven.

via vox.com|

#aging #dementia #health

health4 months ago•7 min saved

Shingles Vaccine Linked to Slower Biological Aging in Older Adults

A recent observational study of nearly 4,000 adults aged 70+ found that shingles vaccination was linked to slower overall biological aging and lower inflammation, suggesting immune-related benefits beyond preventing shingles. However, the study cannot establish causality, and more research—including randomized trials and diverse populations—is needed to confirm these findings and explore health outcomes such as cognitive decline or mortality.

via Medical News Today|

#aging #biological-aging #elderly

science4 months ago•3 min saved

Shingles Vaccine May Slow Down Biological Aging in Older Adults, Study Suggests

A USC-led study of more than 3,800 Americans aged 70+ found that those who received the shingles vaccine after age 60 scored better on measures of biological aging and showed markers of lower inflammation and slower molecular aging versus unvaccinated peers. The associations persisted after adjusting for demographic and health differences, but the study does not prove causation. The findings contribute to a growing body of observational work suggesting vaccines can have broader health benefits later in life, potentially by reducing virus reactivation and chronic inflammation.

via ScienceAlert|

#aging #biomarkers #inflammation

health4 months ago•1 min saved

The Broad Impact and Cost-Effectiveness of Vaccines on Global Health

Vaccines not only protect older adults from specific diseases like shingles, R.S.V., and influenza but also offer additional benefits such as reducing the risk of dementia and decreasing hospitalization rates, highlighting their broader health advantages.

via The New York Times|

#dementia #health #older-adults

health6 months ago•5 min saved

Shingles Vaccine May Lower Dementia Risk and Prevent Pain

A large study suggests that shingles, caused by the varicella-zoster virus, increases dementia risk, but vaccination with shingles vaccines like Shingrix can significantly reduce this risk, especially with multiple doses. The findings highlight the potential of vaccines not only to prevent shingles but also to protect brain health, emphasizing the importance of vaccination in older adults.

via The Washington Post|

#brain-health #dementia #health

architecture6 months ago•5 min saved

Seven Unique Shingle-Covered Houses with Scaly Appearances

The article showcases seven houses around the world featuring highly textured, scaly-looking shingle exteriors made from various materials like wood, slate, and grass, highlighting their aesthetic appeal and functional qualities in different architectural contexts.

via Dezeen|

#architectural-design #architecture #natural-materials

health8 months ago•6 min saved

Runner's 8-Hour ER Visit Reveals Unexpected Diagnosis After Shingles Misdiagnosis

A young runner was misdiagnosed with shingles after developing a rash during marathon training, leading to an 8-hour ER visit and unnecessary treatment before being correctly diagnosed with eczema, highlighting issues in medical diagnosis and costs.

via AOL.com|

#eczema #er #health

health8 months ago•4 min saved

Vaccine May Reduce Risks of Dementia, Heart Attack, and Stroke

Research suggests that getting the shingles vaccine may reduce the risk of dementia, heart attacks, and strokes, with evidence from recent studies indicating potential additional health benefits beyond shingles prevention. However, more research is needed to confirm causality and understand the full implications.

via bestlifeonline.com|

#dementia #health #heart-attack