Three people have died from a listeria outbreak in the state of Washington, the Department of Health there reported on July 21. A total of five adults over 60 years of age are known to have developed “severe infections” from Listeria monocytogenes (listeriosis), including the three who died. All five had “compromised immune systems,” the […]
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Bereaved relatives of victims of the NHS infected blood scandal will deliver a letter to Number 10 on Monday calling for full compensation as key Government figures are […]
The Philadelphia Phillies ended their four-game losing streak with a rollercoaster 8-5 win over the Cleveland Guardians. Craig Kimbrel blew his first save of the year in the ninth before Bryce Harper put the Phillies ahead with a single up the middle in the tenth. They added three more runs before Yunior Marte walked a […]
Approximately 6% of patients with first-episode psychosis had an abnormality requiring a change in clinical management, according to a new study. The findings support the incorporation of MRI as part of the initial assessment for all individuals presenting with first-episode psychosis. First-episode psychosis is a critical condition that warrants prompt and accurate diagnosis to ensure […]
There is an urgent appeal for the gift of life. Canadian Blood Services says it needs more donations in Waterloo region because their blood inventory has dropped to a concerning level. Saturday was Teresa Palmer’s 95th time donating blood. “I think it’s fantastic! It means a lot to give to someone who needs it,” she […]
One-third of adults with Type 2 diabetes may unknowingly have cardiovascular disease, as marked by two elevated protein biomarkers, according to a study by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. The research implies that routine screening of these biomarkers, traditionally used in diagnosing heart issues, could help pinpoint patients at higher risk and thus […]
There was “blood and broken glass” at Le Bilboquet in Sag Harbor when two well-heeled old geezers allegedly got into a brawl. Eyewitnesses tell Page Six that “two guys in their 60s got into a physical altercation and started punching each other” at the upscale eatery, which is owned by billionaire Ron Perelman and investor […]
Meditation and its numerous health benefits have been known for millennia, but a new set of studies explains how meditation can help people lower their blood pressure using only their mind. Nearly half of all American adults suffer from hypertension or high blood pressure — a condition that doubles a person’s chance of having a […]
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RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — A new study led by researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University’s (VCU) School of Medicine suggests smell and taste loss are no longer reliable indicators of a COVID-19 infection. The study revealed the risk of losing one’s sense of smell and taste is as low as 6% with recent Omicron variant waves, […]