Introduction
Trigeminal herpes zoster is caused by infection of the trigeminal nerve by the varicella zoster virus,1 accounting for approximately 16.3% of herpes zoster cases.2 Neuralgia is among the most common and severe symptoms associated…
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Prenatal antibiotics linked to higher risk of group B streptococcus in newborns
trumzz / iStock A population-based cohort study in Sweden suggests prenatal antibiotic exposure is associated with increased risk of group B Streptococcus (GBS) disease in newborns, researchers reported last week in the Journal of…
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Respiratory Illnesses Are High in the Central Shenandoah Health District
January 8, 2026
Media Contact: Rachel Dumene, Rachel.dumene1@vdh.virginia.gov, 540-480-4998Respiratory Illnesses Are High in the Central Shenandoah Health District
Health Officials Say It’s Not Too Late to Get VaccinatedSTAUNTON, Va.…
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Hate Pap smears? Self-tests exist, but are hard to get in Canada
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U.S. health officials are…
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ACS Guidelines for Cervical Cancer Self-Collected HPV Testing Now Included
Self-collection of vaginal samples for human papillomavirus (HPV) testing is now being considered an acceptable, recommended option for cervical cancer screening, per recent updates to the American Cancer Society’s (ACS) guidelines published…
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DeKalb County Alerts Residents to Increase in Flu-Related 911 Calls
County emergency medical partner AMR reports 60% rise and shares guidance on when to seek emergency care
DeKalb County is alerting residents to a significant increase in flu-related emergency calls, based on data and observations from the…
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No link between e-cigarette exposure and dog poisoning severity, study suggests
Only one out of more than 300 dogs died as a result of exposure, according to the latest analysis, although the issue may be becoming more common.
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Most dogs which are exposed to electronic cigarettes or their liquids…
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Probiotics, vegetable-rich diet may help slow progression of prostate cancer
A diet rich in probiotics and vegetables may help protect against slowly progressing prostate cancer, according to new research.
In the study, researchers aimed to explore the link between gut health and…
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Smartphone App Offers Effective and Accessible Treatment for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
In a randomized clinical trial, Mass General Brigham researchers found that smartphone-based cognitive behavioral therapy significantly improved OCD symptoms in 65% of participants, with 91% saying they’d recommend the app to a friend.
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Development and Validation of the Needle Stick Injury Prevention Belie
Introduction
Needle stick injuries (NSIs) remain among the most frequent and preventable occupational risks for healthcare providers, particularly nurses, with substantial consequences for personal safety, patient care, and institutional…
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