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New research suggests extreme temperatures can significantly increase your risk of a fatal heart attack. However, health experts say there are simple steps you can take to reduce your risks. High levels of air pollution, such as smoke from wildfires, can also increase your likelihood of having a fatal heart attack. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the Earth’s average global temperature was 1.89 degrees F (1.05 degrees C) above average in June, making it the hottest on record. Wildfires in Canada also contributed to unsafe pollution ...

Introduction: In recent years, the world has witnessed significant developments in medical research and healthcare systems, leading to improved life expectancy and better quality of life for many. However, new health challenges have also emerged due to various factors, ranging from the rise of infectious diseases to the increasing burden of non-communicable conditions like obesity and mental health disorders. Understanding and addressing these emerging trends require a comprehensive approach that considers the interconnectedness of human health with the environment, socio-economic factors, and technological advancements. 1. The Shifting Landscape of Infectious Diseases: Infectious diseases have always posed a significant threat to human health, and recent outbreaks such as the COVID-19 pandemic have highlighted the importance of preparedness and rapid response. This section delves into the latest developments in infectious disease research, the impact of global travel and urbanization ...

A coronavirus is a kind of common virus that causes an infection in your nose, sinuses, or upper throat. Most coronaviruses aren't dangerous.In early 2020, after a December 2019 outbreak in China, the World Health Organization identified SARS-CoV-2 as a new type of coronavirus. The outbreak quickly spread around the world. COVID-19 is a disease caused by SARS-CoV-2 that can trigger what doctors call a respiratory tract infection. It spreads the same way other coronaviruses do, mainly through person-to-person contact. Infections range from mild to deadly. SARS-CoV-2 is one of seven types of coronavirus, including the ones that cause severe diseases like Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) and sudden acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). The other coronaviruses cause most of the colds that affect us during the year but aren't a serious threat for otherwise healthy people. An early Chinese study of 103 COVID-19 cases found two strains, which they named L and S. The S type is old...

SARS-CoV-2 was discovered initially in December 2019 in China. Appallingly, the virus spread quickly to the rest of the world. On 11 March 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) proclaimed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), the SARS-CoV-2-associated respiratory illness, a pandemic. Most nations adopted extraordinary preventative measures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to lessen community transmission, protect public health establishments, and maintain essential societal activities. The current scoping review sought to consolidate available studies examining the potential impacts of lockdowns connected to SARS-CoV-2 infection on sexual health among adults, i.e., sexual behavior, sexual satisfaction, and sexual functioning. Additionally, the team reviewed research on how sexual well-being and mental health interacted during the COVID-19 pandemic. The researchers performed the review following the Joanna Briggs Institute and the Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR) checkl...