Eating 2 cups of yogurt every week prevents diabetes Can I trust you?
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Is yogurt really effective in preventing diabetes?
Last March, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allowed the claim that ‘consumption of yogurt can reduce the risk of diabetes’ to be labeled in a limited form on related products.
What is the background to allowing yogurt product labels to claim that they can lower the risk of diabetes?
French food company Danone’s U.S. subsidiary (Danone North America) submitted a ‘Qualified Health Claims (QHC)’ petition to the FDA in 2018. QHC is a system that allows food companies to introduce this in advertisements or packaging when it is recognized that a specific food or ingredient is effective in preventing a specific disease.
The FDA ruled in Danone’s favor in March.
“Based on the scientific evidence and information submitted with the petition and other evidence and information, we have concluded that it is appropriate to consider QHC for yogurt consumption and reduction of type 2 diabetes risk,” the FDA said in its approval letter to Danone. However, the QHC mark must be expressed appropriately to avoid consumer misunderstanding.” Accordingly, ‘regularly consuming at least 2 cups (3 servings) of yogurt per week can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.
India delivers medicines to support Paraguayan public health
Assumption, IP Agency.- The Ministry of Public Health and Social Welfare received more than 70,000 units of medicines that will contribute to the fight against the covid-19 pandemic. The lot delivered is a courtesy from the Republic of India to Paraguay.
Through a virtual meeting, the Minister of Health, Julio Mazzoleni, thanked this support in times of the new coronavirus pandemic and highlighted the importance of interacting to share experiences and mutual knowledge.
“Cooperation, ties of friendship, especially when they occur at a time when we are all suffering, express the greatest sense of solidarity,” he emphasized.
He took advantage of the opportunity to express the commitment, effort and predisposition to learn from his own and others’ experiences, whether good or bad, in order to share knowledge and strengthen the ties of friendship between both sister nations.
Present at the virtual meeting were Dinesh Bhatia, Ambassador of the Republic of India to Buenos Aires; the Honorary Consul of the Republic of India in Paraguay, Rodolfo Javier Zucolillo; Ambassador of the Republic of Paraguay to Argentina, Julio César Vera; the Director of International Cooperation of the National Chancellery, Minister Cynthia Filatriga;
Nature Today | Snake fungus discovered in wild grass snakes in the Netherlands
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Distribution and symptoms
The fungus Ophidiomyces ophidiicola causes the skin disease ophidiomycosis (also called ‘snake fungal disease’) in individual snakes. To date, the fungus has been found in 62 wild snake species on three continents, as well as in various domestic and (wild) snakes in the trade.
The fungus is associated with declining populations of several North American snake species. O. ophidiicola is only found in snakes and causes a skin disease that can be limited to small sores on the skin but can also lead to a fatal fungal infection. Snakes with a heavy infection are often lethargic, sunbathe an above-average amount and show reduced flight behavior. This also makes the animals vulnerable to predation.
An infection can be recognized by abnormally colored or shaped scales, yellowish to brown crusts, ulcers, swelling of the skin, subcutaneous nodules and an increased frequency of peeling. The infection can be recognized by small scars on molted skin. It is also possible for the fungus to be present on a host without visible symptoms. The fungus seems to occur mainly in species that prefer moist habitats.
THALASSEMIA, OVER 400 PATIENTS FOLLOWED BY THE DAY HOSPITAL IN CONA. THE SUPPORT OF THE ALT RINO VULLO ASSOCIATION
Also this year the8 maggio If you celebrate the World Thalassemia Daya precious opportunity to turn the spotlight on this hereditary pathology, quite widespread in Italy and in particular in Sicily and Sardinia but equally in our territory of the Po Delta, raising awareness among the population, healthcare workers and institutions, above all to support thalassemia patients throughout the world. “Empowering human lives, embracing progress: for fair and accessible thalassemia treatment for all”: this is the theme chosen for the 2024 edition to underline the fact that they still exist in different parts of the world profound differences in terms of prevention, diagnosis and treatment of Thalassemia. In fact, the evolution and prognosis of the disease strongly depend on the availability of blood and the quality of treatment. Unfortunately, thousands of thalassemia patients still die every year in the poorest regions of the world due to the lack of blood, drugs and appropriate therapies. It is therefore essential, on the occasion of this anniversary, to raise awareness among the population of the importance of blood donation on which patients’ lives depend.
THE THALASSEMIA DH OF CONA HOSPITAL. In the Ferrara area, one of the areas of Italy with the highest presence of healthy carriersthe topic of Thalassemia has been addressed since the 1950s thanks to the creation of a Dedicated center to the treatment of this pathology,
Bird Flu Outbreak in Dairy Cattle: Experts Stress Early Detection to Prevent Spread to New Species
The Unseen Threat: Avian Flu
Introduction
In recent years, the world has witnessed various outbreaks of infectious diseases that have significantly impacted both human and animal populations. One such threat that demands our attention is the bird flu outbreak, specifically in dairy cattle. Although it does not currently pose a risk to the public, it is crucial to detect viral spread early and limit its circulation in animal populations to reduce the chances of transmission to new species.
An Ongoing Concern
- The H5N1 flu strain has been circulating since 2021 and has infected a range of animals, already reaching over 30 herds.
A Potential Danger: Cows and Pigs
One scenario that concerns public health officials is if the virus in cows mixes with influenza viruses that are endemic to pigs. Swine are well-known “mixing bowls” for viruses that can eventually jump to humans, experts say.
- Despite this concern, the United States Department of Agriculture assures us there is no current indication of virus transmission from cows to pigs. They work diligently alongside animal health officials and farming interests by conducting surveillance activities.
Pioneering Solutions And Innovative Approaches Are Vital For Prevention And Control Strategies:
Early Detection Is Key:
Rapid identification and monitoring systems should be established as part of comprehensive surveillance programs.
Tim Merleer Wins Intense Stage at Giro dItalia: Reaction from Athletes Including Pogacar and Thomas
“This victory came from the most intense stage of my career,” said Tim Merleer (Belgium, Soudal Quick-Step), who won the group sprint. We look back at the third stage of the Giro with comments from athletes, including Milan in 2nd place, Pogačar who attacked the last hill, and Thomas who followed.
Section Winner & Mariachi Clamino Tim Merleer (Belgium, Soudal Quickstep)
Tim Merlile (Belgium, Soudal Quickstep) gets Mariachi Clamino with victory photo: Soudal Quick-Step
It was a victory that came from the most intensive development of my career. I caught them (Pogačar and Tomas) in the last kilometer, but I lost track of them and could not use my flow slide. So from there I rode with the wind in my hand, and from that point on, the sprint started with 300m left. I saw Milan start the sprint first or second from the left and I’m very happy that we were able to win (in those conditions).
The reason for my victory was that I was able to clear the last climb at a good pace. Thanks to Mauri VanSevenant, Julien Alaphilippe), Luke Lamparty and Berto (to VanLerbel) who were by my side at that time.
The use of AI for mental health will generate 2.5 billion euros in Spain by 2030
The artificial intelligence (AI) It is coming to stay and revolutionize all types of areas, such as health. Within this sector, new ones are emerging in Spain star-ups whose objective is to create technological solutions that take advantage of AI to introduce improvements in mental healthboth for patients and professionals.
Among the latest milestones related to mental health and AI is MoodCapture, an application that can help detect mental health illnesses by analyzing several facial photographs of the patient. The creators, a group of scientists from the Dartmouth Universitythey assure that this tool can notice mental illnesses even before the person themselves realizes that they may be suffering from one.
With more and more proposals on the table and innovation in this regard, great growth in the sector’s business volume is expected. Yes in 2023 the use of the AI in the field of mental health generated around 920 million of dollars, a study of Polaris Market Research anticipates that by 2032 almost 10,335 will move millions.
AI and mental health in Spain
In Spain, multiple start-ups with the aim of providing solutions for mental health through artificial intelligence.
The Importance of Sunlight for Strong Bones and Osteoporosis Prevention
Sunlight. Who thinks it’s “not important?” Sunlight in the morning and evening. Helps increase vitamin D Make bones strong Reduce the risk of osteoporosis Many people think that “sunlight” is harmful to the skin. It creates dull wrinkles, blemishes and freckles, making you overlook the benefits of sunlight. Studies have shown that sunlight plays an important role in protection. “Osteoporosis” and “Vitamin D Deficiency” Exercise under the gentle sunlight in the morning. Causes the body to receive vitamin D which helps strengthen bones Reduce the risk of osteoporosis. which found patients equal to 2.5-3% of the Thai population across all genders and ages
Dr. Peeraphong Sawatdipong, Orthopedic Surgery Specialist Knee and hip replacement surgery and acupuncture to reduce pain according to traditional Chinese medicine. Praram 9 Hospital said that currently Thais have a very high level of vitamin D deficiency. The more you check, the more you find. And it is found in all genders and all ages. On average, in 100 patients, it will be found that about 30-40% of patients have a vitamin D deficiency.
Korosec to the City Audit Office: Lack of professionalism in the Vienna Health Association 2024-05-07 04:01:35
Implement the City Audit Office’s recommendations as quickly as possible – more dynamism is required in digitalization
Vienna (OTS) – “The fact that an employee of the General Hospital was incorrectly paid 9,901 hours of overtime worth 150,000 euros is an expression of an unprofessional Vienna administration in conjunction with a lack of digitalization in the Vienna health sector,” said the health spokeswoman for the Vienna People’s Party, local councilor Ingrid Korosec, in an initial reaction.
In view of this, it is extremely urgent to immediately modernize the controlling and data management in the Vienna Health Association and adapt it to current and future requirements. The Vienna People’s Party has already pointed this out before and will c ontinue to address it at the level of the Vienna City Council.
“In this context, significantly more dynamism is required from the city. And the city auditor’s recommendations must now be implemented as quickly as possible,” concluded Korosec.
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