CURATED HEALTH UPDATES
Update on Polymyalgia Rheumatica Management

Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) generally carries a favorable prognosis, with glucocorticoids recommended for symptom control during the course of the disease.

March 2023

First Marburg Virus Cases Reported in Ghana, Afric
First Marburg Virus Cases Reported in Ghana, Africa

Ghana records its first two cases of Marburg virus, a potentially fatal hemorrhagic fever, with previous outbreaks identified in Guinea and a single case in 2021.

March 2023

Half of Health Facilities Lack Basic Hygiene

This was detailed in a report by WHO and Unicef. This puts almost 4 billion people in the world at risk of infection.

March 2023

FDA Approves Method to Vaccinate More People Again
FDA Approves Method to Vaccinate More People Against Monkeypox

The US Endorsed the Emergency Use of the JYNNEOS Vaccine Intradermally for Those over 18 Years of Age in High. This Route Requires Less Product with Similar Benefits, According to a Previous Study

March 2023

Advancements in Diabetic Macular Edema Treatment:
Advancements in Diabetic Macular Edema Treatment: Intravitreal Implant Shows Promise

Professional practice experiences improvements in visual and structural function among eyes treated with an intravitreal implant of fluocinolone acetonide 0.19 mg for diabetic macular edema, offering new insights into effective treatment modalities.

March 2023

Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer Raises Cardiov
Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer Raises Cardiovascular Concerns

Patients undergoing hormone therapy for prostate cancer should undergo screening for pre-existing cardiovascular diseases due to increased associated risks.

March 2023

Evidence of Human-to-Dog Transmission of Monkeypox
Evidence of Human-to-Dog Transmission of Monkeypox Virus

Two Infected Men Who Live with a Dog That Is Shown to Be Infected with the Virus

March 2023

FDA Authorizes Emergency Use of Novavax COVID-19 V
FDA Authorizes Emergency Use of Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine

The FDA grants emergency use authorization for the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine, available for individuals aged 18 years and older in a two-dose regimen, containing Spike protein and Matrix-M adjuvant.

March 2023

WHO Declares Monkeypox an International Health Eme
WHO Declares Monkeypox an International Health Emergency

The WHO declares monkeypox a global health emergency, invoking the highest level of alert under the International Health Regulations.

March 2023

Blue Light from Devices Can Accelerate the Aging P
Blue Light from Devices Can Accelerate the Aging Process

The changes in cellular chemistry from blue light exposure observed in fruit flies could also cause detrimental effects on our bodies, including accelerated aging.

March 2023