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The Epidemic Intelligence Service, which trained the first responders to COVID-19's U.S. outbreak, marks 75 years of protecting public health. These "disease detectives" have rushed to the frontlines of every major health crisis since 1951.
New research reveals Earth hosts 20 million insect species—triple previous estimates—using innovative tracking methods borrowed from disease epidemiology. We've only discovered 1.5 million so far, meaning countless tiny wonders remain hidden in forests worldwide.
New research shows teenage girls who get just two hours of physical activity per week show early signs of lower breast cancer risk. The Columbia University study offers a simple, hopeful path forward as breast cancer rates rise among younger women.
New research reveals that girls who exercise just two hours a week show biological markers linked to lower breast cancer risk later in life. The Columbia University study offers hope for prevention starting in adolescence.
Women are turning to Reddit to share how menopause symptoms get mistaken for mental illness and dementia. A researcher says these online conversations hold clues that could transform women's healthcare.
Spain's Health Ministry is coordinating a nationwide effort to supply vaccines to Ceuta after thousands of migrants arrived needing medical care. Health officials from across the country are teaming up to ensure everyone gets the protection they need.
Kenya's health system proved it was ready when a suspected Ebola case turned out to be negative after swift testing and protocols kicked in. The all-clear shows preparedness saves lives and prevents panic.
Kabale University is championing a fresh approach to math education that transforms classrooms into hands-on problem-solving spaces. Teachers are learning to make complex concepts click through real-world projects and student-led learning.
Home air conditioning saves over 5,000 lives annually in the United States by preventing heat-related deaths, according to groundbreaking Yale research. The study reveals that moderate AC use cuts heat mortality in half without needing maximum cooling.
Health and Human Services is developing an artificial intelligence tool to analyze vaccine safety data more effectively and identify potential health patterns. The technology could help researchers spot safety signals faster in a database that's been collecting reports since 1990.
Despite a cruise ship health scare and rising case numbers, Argentina's hantavirus situation remains under control with isolated cases, not an outbreak. Climate patterns may explain the increase, and global health officials confirm low risk to the world.
Nigeria's health agencies are teaming up to shield healthcare workers from Lassa fever as cases rise during transmission season. A new 30-day action plan focuses on infection prevention in the hardest-hit regions.
New research in mice reveals how estrogen loss during menopause affects the brain's communication network, potentially explaining why two-thirds of Alzheimer's patients are women. The discovery validates what many women experience and opens doors for future treatments.
The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences Rwanda just graduated 43 students from 11 African countries, with women making up nearly half the class. These young scientists are heading out equipped to tackle everything from AI to climate challenges across the continent.
María José Cáceres coordinates medical care for migrants and violence-affected communities in Mexico, part of a global network of nurses choosing to serve in the world's most challenging zones. Her work highlights both the life-changing power of nursing and the urgent need for more hands in a profession facing a 13 million worker shortage.
Harvard researchers found that less than two hours of resistance training per week can reduce your risk of death by 13 percent. Even better news: just 30 minutes still helps you live longer.
Five Chinese medical experts arrived in the Democratic Republic of Congo this week to help contain an Ebola outbreak threatening mining communities. Their three-month mission brings frontline support while other nations focus on border restrictions.
New research shows people who eat eggs regularly have a significantly lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, with the most frequent egg-eaters seeing up to a 27% reduction. At around $2 per dozen, this breakfast staple could be an affordable addition to your brain health strategy.
A new AI platform called Lucy is solving a critical shortage in psychedelic therapy by training facilitators using real-world data from thousands of support calls. Built from a database of actual psychedelic experiences, Lucy helps prepare therapists for the emotional challenges of guiding patients through breakthrough mental health treatments.
A powerful new artificial intelligence system at the University of Miami will help researchers uncover hidden patterns in cancer data that could save lives. The $762,000 platform gives scientists computing power to tackle questions previously beyond their reach.
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