Monthly Archives: August 2023

Bestowing the gift of life: Vital importance of cadaveric organ donation in children

Dr Vibhor Borkar, Director-Paediatric Hepatology & Liver Transplant, Nanavati Max Super Specialty emphasises that the solution to bridging the gap between the demand and supply of organs lies in encouraging more individuals to register as organ donors. Organ Donation Week serves as a poignant reminder of the power of each individual’s decision to become an […]

Police: Dubuque man assaulted woman; blood found ‘all over’ residence

Police said a Dubuque man assaulted a woman and that officers found blood “all over” his residence. Brandon S. Schueler, 31, of 2154 Morningview Road, was arrested at 1:31 a.m. Friday at his residence on charges of domestic assault impeding air flow causing bodily injury, domestic assault with injury, first-degree harassment and obstruction of emergency […]

Two Periods in One Month: How Does This Happen?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the average duration of menstruation is typically four to five days, occurring once every month. However, it is possible for some individuals to experience two menstrual periods within the span of a single month. It is important to recognize that your menstrual cycle can serve as […]

Opioid Side Effects: Short-term and Long-term Impact on the Body

All medications, including opioids, have potential side effects that need to be considered. The distinction lies in the fact that opioids, unlike many other commonly used medications, have a high risk of addiction. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration cautions that this addiction risk can lead to misuse or even overdose. When considering the […]

What To Know About Shoulder Pain

The shoulder is the most mobile joint in your body since it is a ball-and-socket joint. The shoulder is easily torn or injured due to its range of motion. That’s why a lot of individuals worry about developing shoulder discomfort at some time in their life. However, the intensity of your discomfort may range from […]

Microplastics Found in Human Blood for the First Time

Credit: NHS Blood and Transplant Microplastics are in water, soil, air, and just about everywhere around us. Now experts have also detected microplastics in human bodies, the bloodstream of most humans, heart muscles, lungs, and even in placentas and feces of babies. Eating and breathing microplastics Based on over 3,600 samples, scientists have estimated that […]