Edema, or swelling, in the legs, ankles, or feet, can be an indication of poor blood circulation. When blood struggles to return to the heart, fluid can accumulate in the lower extremities, causing noticeable swelling. Prolonged sitting or standing can exacerbate this condition. If you experience persistent swelling, consult a healthcare professional to rule out […]
Pensioner, 69, left with blood pouring down her face after being knocked to the ground by a seagull in her garden WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT Rhiannon Fennell, 69, was knocked down and bloodied after a seagull attacked By Iwan Stone Updated: 05:18 EDT, 7 August 2023
Antifungal medications help combat the growth and spread of the fungus by targeting the underlying fungal infection, promoting healing and restoration of affected tissues. Fungal infections may not be the first thing that comes to mind when discussing common health concerns, but these microscopic organisms can significantly impact our bodies. From irritating skin conditions to […]
Lifeblood would like to thank everyone who donated blood in response to our appeal for Adelaide mum Amira Soliman. We appreciate your time, generosity, and compassion. Over the last week, we identified more than 20 units of the rare blood needed for Amira. This included eight units from the United Kingdom and France. We wish Amira […]
em { display: contents !important; } label em { display: none !important; } .photo { width: 100%; max-width: 50rem } a.fr-file { color: #0274b7 !important; } Arkansas is once again seeing a summer uptick in covid cases, although recorded infections, hospitalizations and deaths remain low compared with previous years. During the seven-day span ending Friday, […]
Sign up for a full digest of all the best opinions of the week in our Voices Dispatches email Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter A 48-year-old UK man bitten by a stray cat developed “painful” hand swelling and “extensive” infection caused by a previously unknown bacterium, a new study has revealed. The […]
The American Red Cross of Missouri says that it’s a very slow time of year for donating blood. Sharon Watson, with the American Red Cross of Missouri, says blood is essential for surgeries, cancer treatment, chronic illnesses, and traumatic injuries. “It’s generally at certain times of the year when people tend to get busier and […]
To provide crucial information that could ultimately be used to improve treatments The Global Antibiotic Research and Development Partnership (GARDP) has launched an observational study in India that will shed light on the management of antibiotic-resistant infections in hospitals. The study will collect and analyse data in 180 patients being treated for infections caused by […]
Diabetes is a complex and multifaceted condition that can have a profound impact on the skin. The skin manifestations of diabetes serve as important clues for both patients and healthcare professionals to monitor blood sugar levels and ensure proper disease management. Early detection and appropriate treatment of these skin conditions are crucial to preventing complications […]
Introduction The synergistic nature of cardiovascular risk factors (CVRF) is well-established.1 Therefore, there are tools used to calculate the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases (CVD), such as the Systematic Coronary Risk Estimation (SCORE) and the Pooled Cohort Equation (PCE).1,2 These tools only consider conventional risk factors (CRF) which include age, sex, arterial hypertension (HTN), diabetes, […]