Parasitic Diseases

Contact:  Communications Office  NewsMedia@flhealth.gov   850-245-4111 Tallahassee, Fla. — Today, the Florida Department of Health (Department) is highlighting its efforts to further Governor DeSantis' comprehensive approach to public health and improve the health and well-being of all Floridians. The Department continues to renew efforts to promote successful health outcomes by focusing on the overall health of Floridians, both mentally and physically. "There is a lot of great work being done to advance public health in Florida," said State Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo . "This year's accomplishments demonstrate the dedicated and tireless efforts of the Florida Department of Health's staff and partners throughout the state." Ending Substance Use Disorder and Overdose In July, Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo joined First Lady Casey DeSantis at a round table to announce a statewide advisory on the dangers of fentanyl, now the ...

Once a severe health problem decimated explorers of the 15th and 16th centuries, hypovitaminosis C, colloquially known as scurvy, is now uncommon in high-income countries [1]. However, there has been an unexpected increase in the incidences of hypovitaminosis C in recent years. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) plays a vital role in human physiology; it is involved in collagen synthesis, iron absorption, antioxidant processes, and other biochemical pathways. Vitamin C deficiency results in defective collagen synthesis, causing blood vessel fragility and the critical findings of petechiae, ecchymosis, bleeding gums, and hemarthrosis [2,3]. We can obtain vitamin C through fresh fruit and vegetables in our diet, and inadequate fruit or vegetable intake can lead to vitamin C deficiency and, subsequently, scurvy [2]. We present three adult cases of scurvy that occurred within the past year. In one of these cases, many evaluations with laboratory testing and ima...

The main symptom of shingles is a painful rash with blisters. Eventually, these blisters turn into dry, hard tissue known as scabs. Shingles scabs, like other types of scabs, indicate that your skin is healing and help protect the skin underneath. However, it can take several weeks for the scabs to fully heal. That's why it's important to care for these scabs, even after your blisters have cleared up. Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is an infection caused by varicella-zoster, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Varicella-zoster can remain in your body after a chickenpox infection subsides. A healthy immune system can keep the virus inactive. However, if your immune system becomes weakened, the virus can reactivate and cause shingles. In the early stages, shingles can cause a tingling, burning rash that's limited to one side of the body. Other early symptoms can include: fever chills fatigue headache upset stomach After 2 or 3 days, the following symptoms typically...

The immune-boosting powers of vitamin C border on being legendary. But if that's the only health benefit that you associate with vitamin C … well, you're definitely shortchanging the nutrient. Advertising Policy Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Policy The "do-good" list attached to vitamin C is lengthy — particularly when it comes to the health and development of children. And it may help you avoid taking a sick day. Let's take a closer look with pediatric immunologist John McDonnell, MD. How vitamin C helps you Let's start with vitamin C's big claim to fame as a warrior against sickness. "As an immunologist, I love vitamin C because it's very important for the proper functioning of your immune system," says Dr. McDonnell. ...

What Is Emverm? Emverm (mebendazole) is an oral prescription drug used to treat pinworm and other parasitic worm infections in people 2 years and older. It belongs to a class of medications called anthelmintics or antiparasitic drugs. Emverm works by interfering with the reproduction and survival of the worms that cause infection. It is available as a chewable tablet. Drug Facts Generic Name :   Mebendazole Brand Name(s) : Emverm Drug Availability : Prescription Administration Route :   Oral Therapeutic Classification :   Anthelmintic Available Generically :   No Controlled Substance : N/A Active Ingredient :   Mebendazole Dosage Form(s) : Chewable tablet What Is Emverm Used For? The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Emverm to treat individuals 2 years and older with gastrointestinal infections caused by the following worms: Ancylostoma duodenale (hoo...

Many of the purported benefits of ACV are not backed by scientific evidence, and there is very little research on ACV in gummy form, but instances have shown taking ACV as a supplement could help improve certain health issues. May Lower Blood Sugar Levels. Taking ACV has been shown to improve blood sugar levels among healthy individuals and patients with diabetes, according to a 2019 review. May Reduce Cholesterol. The supplement has also been shown to have a "significant favorable effect" when it comes to ACV consumption and blood lipid levels, according to a 2021 study. Elevated lipid profiles are a risk factor for several cardiovascular diseases. May Help With Weight Loss. ACV has also been linked to weight loss. A 2009 trial of 175 people who consumed vinegar (not specifically ACV, though) every day showed modest weight loss (2 to 4 pounds) after three months. That group also had lower triglyceride levels than study participants who did not drink vinegar. As far ...

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Ratnesh Murugan, MBBS 1 ; Kristin VanderEnde, PhD 2 ; Veena Dhawan, MBBS 3 ; Pradeep Haldar, MBBS 4 ; Sourabh Chatterjee, MCS 1 ; Deepa Sharma, PhD 1 ; Kevisetuo Anthony Dzeyie, MPH 1 ; Subramanya Balakuntlam Pattabhiramaiah, MBBS 1 ; Sudhir Khanal, PhD 5 ; Lucky Sangal, PhD 5 ; Sunil Bahl, MD 5 ; Sukarma S.S. Tanwar, MMeD 2 ; Michelle Morales, MD 6 ; Ahmed M. Kassem, MD 6 (View author affiliations) View suggested citation Summary What is already known about this topic? In 2019, India adopted the goal of measles and rubella elimination by 2023, a revision of the goal of measles elimination and control of rubella and congenital rubella syndrome by 2020. What is added by this report? Estimated coverage with the first dose of a measles- and rubella-containing vaccine increased from 68% to 89% in 2021. Estimated coverage with the second dose of a measles-containing vaccine increased from 27% to 82% in 2021. During 2017–2021, measles and rubella incidence declined 62% and 48%, re...