As summer winds down, there’s a new COVID variant on the rise. EG.5.1, nicknamed the “Eris” variant, has become the dominant strain in the US, making up 17.3 percent of cases in the US. The variant is a descendant of the Omicron, which itself had become the dominant COVID subtype by fall 2022. There’s not […]
Monthly Archives: August 2023
A husband has offered his thanks after many Australians lined up to offer life-saving blood donations to his wife, who requires major heart surgery. Amira Soliman’s rare requirement for a combination of O and A blood types triggered an international search before she could undergo a life-saving heart procedure. After thousands turned up to donate, […]
Home / Photos / Lifestyle / Quenching thirst to controlling blood sugar; many benefits of water apple Published on Aug 10, 2023 02:50 PM IST Crunchy and sweet water apples are a storehouse of flavonoids that offer anti-inflammatory properties. Having them regularly can control chronic diseases. / View Photos in a new improved layout Published […]
A new study is linking air pollution to the global amount of antibiotic resistance, when medicines used to treat bacterial infections become less effective. Scientists found a connection between the two after analyzing data from over 116 countries over nearly two decades and shared their findings Monday in the journal The Lancet Planetary Health. In […]
Using UV light for disinfection is common in medicine, but Dr. Kenneth Rockwood is exploring a new application of the practice. With funding from Research Nova Scotia, he’s studying whether UV lights mounted in the ceiling of long-term care homes can kill airborne viruses and reduce infections. “This is an important problem because even before the pandemic, it […]
ByShweta Sunny Aug 10, 2023 02:21 PM IST Share Via Copy Link Rains, puddles and moisture can lead to odorous feet and fungal infection. This is how you can prevent it With monsoon in full swing, the muck and dirt of the season is inevitable. Hence, it’s important to take utmost care of our feet. […]
A new American Red Cross policy, implemented in accordance with shifting FDA guidelines, that will allow more gay and bisexual men to donate blood is now in effect. “The need for blood is higher than ever,” said Stephanie Babyak, spokesperson for the National Capital and Greater Chesapeake region of the Red Cross. “Every two seconds, […]
AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians, residents, medical students and patients. From private practice and health system leaders to scientists and public health officials, hear from the experts in medicine on COVID-19, medical education, advocacy issues, burnout, vaccines and more. Featured topic and speakers Featured topic and speakers […]
AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians, residents, medical students and patients. From private practice and health system leaders to scientists and public health officials, hear from the experts in medicine on COVID-19, medical education, advocacy issues, burnout, vaccines and more. Featured topic and speakers Featured topic and speakers […]