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Rwanda Confirms 27 Cases of Marburg Virus Disease, 9 Deaths

Rwanda is dealing with its first outbreak of deadly Marburg virus disease

For the first time in Rwanda’s history, its health ministry is dealing with an outbreak of Marburg virus disease, a rare but deadly hemorrhagic disease similar to Ebola – but unlike Ebola, there is no treatment or vaccines for Marburg,

Bloomberg L.P. · 2h

Rwanda Confirms 27 Cases of Marburg Virus Disease, Nine Deaths

Rwanda has reported nine deaths from its first-ever Marburg virus outbreak and confirmed 18 patients are in isolation, according to its health ministry.

U.S. News & World Report · 19h

Rwanda Reports 8 Deaths Linked to Ebola-Like Marburg Virus Days After It Declared an Outbreak

Rwanda says eight people have died so far from the Ebola-like and highly contagious Marburg virus, just days after the country declared an outbreak of the deadly hemorrhagic fever that has no authorized vaccine or treatment.

CT confirms 1st human case of new tick-borne illness

New York Post · 4h

First human case of tick-borne disease in the Northeast reported in Connecticut

The first-ever recorded Northeast case of a tick-borne disease was reported in Connecticut, officials said. Rickettsia parkeri rickettsiosis is a type of spotted fever transmitted through infected

Hartford Courant · 15h

CT confirms first human case of new tick-borne illness as species moves north

The first human case of a new tick-borne disease in Connecticut has been confirmed. According to the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, the first locally acquired human case of Rickettsia parkeri rickettsiosis in the state is also the first in the Northeast.

Tribune News Service on MSN · 5h

Connecticut has first human case of rare tick-borne disease; first in northeast

The first human case of a rare tick-borne illness has been reported in Connecticut. The case also marks the first time Rickettsia parkeri rickettsiosis has appeared in the northeast, according to the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES).

Neurologist says disease cause a 'mystery'

Omaha.com · 20h

Brett Favre, head injuries, Parkinson's: Nebraska neurologist says disease cause a 'mystery'

A CHI Health neurologist who treats and studies Parkinson's has a personal connection to the disease: Her father-in-law, who played in the NFL, was later diagnosed with the condition.

Yahoo · 7h

Carle neurologist speaks about awareness after Brett Favre diagnosis

On Tuesday, former Packers football player, Brett Favre announced he suffers from Parkinson’s Disease. Parkinson’s Disease is a brain disorder that impacts movement and speech. It results in uncontrollable movement and tremors.

Madison.com · 15h

Brett Favre, head injuries, Parkinson's: Neurologist says disease cause a 'mystery'

A neurologist who treats and studies Parkinson's has a personal connection to the disease: Her father-in-law, who played in the NFL, was later diagnosed with the condition.

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New drug gives hope to man with inherited disease

A man has been given new hope against an inherited disease which is thought to have affected at least four generations of his ...

Could blood tests detect heart disease decades in advance? Study says yes

A certain blood test measuring three things relating to inflammation and fat can predict stroke and heart attack risk decades ...

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Researchers uncover new disease-linked microbial species through pan-body microbiome analysis

Researchers in Germany conducted a pan-body microbiome analysis, uncovering new microbial species and potential therapies ...

Heart Valve Replacement Options for Heart Disease

Heart valve replacement involves removing the diseased heart valve. Newer techniques go through the groin. Learn how open ...

Overland Park boy battling kidney disease gets wish granted

A young boy's wish granted, allowing him to play inside his Overland Park home since he can't always go to the park.

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Fresno infant with rare disease defying the odds

Almost a year ago, Action News brought you the story of the Lazaros. Richard and Kaylee Lazaro had just welcomed twins Rykker ...

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Diesel, Zoo Miami's ambassador cheetah, dies from severe kidney disease

In November 2012, Diesel and his brother, Koda, arrived at Zoo Miami from the Ann van Dyk Cheetah Center in South Africa.

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First human case of emerging tick-borne disease in Northeast reported in Connecticut, officials say

The first human case of an emerging tick-borne disease in the Northeast has been reported in Connecticut, the Connecticut ...

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