It is common for children to have up to 12 viral infections a year in the first few years of life, and it can seem like they are sick all the time. They account for many missed days of school and absences from work for parents caring for ill children. They gradually build up immunity […]
Share on PinterestIsometric exercises, like planks and wall sits, maybe a superior option for lowering blood pressure. Charday Penn/Getty Images New research suggests that low-impact, isometric exercises may help lower blood pressure better than other forms of exercise. In the study, five different forms of exercise were compared: aerobic, resistance training (weight-lifting), combined training (utilizing […]
News Release Wednesday, July 26, 2023 Reduction in blood oxygen levels, largely attributed to blocked airways, emerges as a leading factor. Researchers have found that people with obstructive sleep apnea have an increased cardiovascular risk due to reduced blood oxygen levels, largely explained by interrupted breathing. Obstructive sleep apnea has long been associated with increased […]
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Rishi Sunak is likely to talk a lot about how the Covid pandemic meant other aspects of government didn’t act as quickly as they usually would. He’ll be quizzed about decisions made during his time as both prime minister and chancellor, and whether he could have ensured the compensation process happened more quickly. We may […]
Amoxil (amoxicillin) is an antibiotic used to help kill bacteria that can cause infections in your body, such as a sinus infection. Sinus infections can be viral and self-limiting, which means your body can usually fight the infection off on its own and does not require antibiotics. Taking antibiotics for a viral infection won’t help […]
JAMESTOWN — The North Dakota State Hospital and James River Correctional Center hosted a blood drive with Vitalant on July 10 at the State Hospital which collected 46 units of blood products for patients in need. Forty-four individuals volunteered to donate blood, and 38 individuals were able to successfully donate. Eight donors gave Power Red […]
A blood-donation center is expected to open this fall in Arnold. ImpactLife spokesman Kirby Winn said the nonprofit agency, which sells donated blood to hospitals, plans to open a location at 1726 Missouri State Road in October. “I don’t have a hard date, but things are moving along in terms of permits, plans and working […]
Jack White’s Third Man Records has announced a new online auction, which will see the organization sell-off numerous curios from the guitarist’s haul. The most eye-catching items for guitar players include a Framus 5/59 Sorella Archtop that featured on the White Stripes’s White Blood Cells promo shots and the Ernie Ball Music Man St. Vincent […]
Connection and influence (Adobe Stock FILE #: 330686926 By Andrii Zastrozhnov) Soaking wet from my long walk in the icy cold rain, I entered Grandma’s house in the early spring of my 11th year. “Goodness, child,” she exclaimed. “Now, just look at yourself. You’re gonna catch a cold lookin’ that way. You come over here right this […]