Backyard chicken trend turns deadly

Popular trend of raising backyard chickens in U.S. cities and suburbs brings a soaring number of illnesses from poultry-related diseases, at least one of them fatal

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/backyard-chicken-trend-turns-deadly/

WHO sending NCDs medicines and materials kits to humanitarian crises

From: World Health Organization https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZvlKWAOo48

New gene therapy "gave me my life back," cancer survivor says

The FDA has approved CAR-T cell therapy for lymphoma, a form of blood cancer, after some patients showed dramatic benefits. CBS Boston's Dr. Mallika Marshall has the story.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/new-gene-therapy-gave-me-my-life-back-cancer-survivor-says/

WHO: Ending Tuberculosis - Statement by WHO Director-General for Global Ministerial Conference

From: World Health Organization https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucovBpV2yUE

Can Aspirin Stop Liver Cancer in Hep B Patients?

Study from Taiwan finds link between aspirin use and reduced cancer risk

From: https://www.webmd.com/cancer/news/20171020/can-aspirin-stop-liver-cancer-in-hep-b-patients?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Smartphones, Screens Sabotaging Teens' Sleep

Study found more adolescents getting less rest because of temptations of technology

From: https://teens.webmd.com/news/20171020/smartphones-screens-sabotaging-teens-sleep?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Pollution Tied to 9 Million Deaths Worldwide

Dirty air and water aren't the only culprits, new report says

From: https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20171020/pollution-tied-to-9-million-deaths-worldwide?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Diagnosis, Education and Planning: Amy’s Type 2 Diabetes Story

When Amy was initially diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, she was both discouraged and overwhelmed. Mustering all the courage she had, she soon took the first step toward managing the disease by pledging to herself that she would do everything in her power to be there for her family in the future.

Amy began eating healthy, but struggled finding the time and energy to exercise. However, that all changed when a friend asked her to run a half-marathon—she accepted the challenge and began training. Since her first race, she’s completed several shorter runs, and exercises at least 3-4 times a week, often running several miles.

Amy’s success didn’t just happen – she needed to take the next step to overcome the challenges of type 2 diabetes. Many other people living with type 2 diabetes may feel the same way. It’s challenging to start exercising, but so important to find ways to incorporate physical activity into your lifestyle. Similar to how Amy ran her first race with a friend, including family and friends into your workout can make fitness fun—especially if you’re just getting started.

If you’re ready to tackle your challenges, check out this video and visit AmericasDiabetesChallenge.com for tips to help people with type 2 diabetes and their loved ones tackle their challenges.

From: American Diabetes Association http://diabetesstopshere.org/2017/10/20/diagnosis-education-and-planning-amys-type-2-diabetes-story/

Why Japanese people keep working themselves to death

"Karoshi," or death from overwork, is a problem that Japan's "corporate warriors" can't seem to alleviate

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/karoshi-japan-deaths-persist-japanese-overwork/

Mayo Clinic Innovation in Action: Aid for hard to manage pain

From: Mayo Clinic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pf3vBxp1s2s

WHO: Providing "QualityRights" in mental health services (Gujarat, India)

From: World Health Organization https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phd_PoHuL9c

WHO supports containment of rare virus on Uganda-Kenya border

WHO supports containment of rare virus on Uganda-Kenya border

From: http://www.who.int/entity/mediacentre/news/releases/2017/virus-uganda-kenya/en/index.html

State Laws Help Reduce Concussions in Youth Sports

Study finds more students are reporting symptoms, preventing recurring injuries

From: https://www.webmd.com/brain/news/20171019/state-laws-help-reduce-concussions-in-youth-sports?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Study reveals easy and cheap way to reduce risk of early death

American Cancer Society highlights benefit of walking

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/study-10-minute-walk-reduces-risk-early-death-health/

Walking for 10 minutes a day can reduce risk of early death, study says

If you're able to walk 10 minutes a day, you can reduce the risk of an early death, according to a study out Thursday from the American Cancer Society. Dr. Jon LaPook says every step you take is a step in the right direction.

From: http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/walking-for-10-minutes-a-day-can-reduce-risk-of-early-death-study-says/