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    New device monitors levels of inflammation-associated C-reactive protein in real time

    Graphical summary. Credit: ACS Sensors (2024). DOI: 10.1021/acssensors.4c00249 As irritation is the physique’s pure immune response to illness or an infection, it will increase blood circulate within the physique and helps the physique’s cells to defend themselves in opposition to viruses, infections or cell harm. Fast diagnostics of irritation is essential for efficient therapies, so […] More

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    Childhood immunization levels stalled in 2023

    That’s based on the World Health Organization (WHO) and UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) snapshot of developments for vaccinations in opposition to 14 ailments – all of which underlines the necessity for ongoing catch-up, restoration and system-strengthening efforts. “The newest developments exhibit that many international locations proceed to overlook far too many youngsters,” stated UNICEF Executive […] More

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    WHO on alert as mpox cases surge to unprecedented levels in Africa

    The continent is witnessing an “unprecedented” spike in mpox instances since January, with 15 international locations reporting outbreaks. As of Thursday, 2030 instances and 13 deaths have been confirmed this yr, in contrast with 1,145 instances and 7 deaths in the entire of 2023. Mpox is a viral sickness brought on by the monkeypox virus […] More

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    Levels and tanning risks explained

    Getty Images Ultraviolet (UV) ranges within the UK are anticipated to be excessive in Friday’s sunshine. UV radiation is emitted by the Sun and penetrates the Earth’s ambiance. Some UV radiation is crucial for our wellbeing, and the solar’s rays present heat and light. But stability is vital as UV publicity may trigger harmful pores […] More