Reveos is positioned to help U.S. blood centers supplement the platelet supply, reduce labor and costs, and improve overall operational efficiency LAKEWOOD, Colo., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies (Terumo BCT) announces U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance of the Reveos Automated Whole Blood Processing System, the first whole blood automation […]
Monthly Archives: August 2023
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7 hours ago LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – The Nebraska Community Blood Bank is kicking off its annual “Pint for a Pint” campaign this Tuesday, to motivate blood donors to come out in the summer months. August has been a historically challenging time for blood supplies and blood donations in the Midwest have still not returned […]
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Mosquito drinks blood from human. Will the human contract malaria? (Adobe Stock 80696320 by PeterO) Malaria has been in the news due to the recent cases reported in Florida and Texas. The disease has not been seen in the United States in over 2 decades, and health care professionals are nervous about the emergence in […]
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Dr Karl William Schwarz has claimed his innocence in the case. (Image: drwilliammiami/Instagram) A US-based plastic surgeon has come under fire after being accused of injecting a patient with blood contaminated with pea-sized plastic beads. Karl William Schwarz, the surgeon in question, vehemently denied any wrongdoing, asserting that the plaintiff was a disgruntled patient with […]
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A sinus infection can spread to the brain through the bloodstream or bone. It is a rare occurrence but incredibly serious. When a sinus infection spreads to the brain, it can cause several conditions like encephalitis, meningitis, or a brain abscess. This article will discuss how a sinus infection can move into the brain, the […]
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In a step forward in the development of genetic medicines, researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have developed a proof-of-concept model for delivering gene editing tools to treat blood disorders, allowing for the modification of diseased blood cells directly within the body. If translated into the clinic, this […]
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On day 1 of AJ Armstrong’s 3rd murder trial, defense says new blood evidence is from evidence boxes
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HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Before jurors were seated on day one of A.J. Armstrong’s third capital murder trial, his team acknowledged to the court new blood evidence in the case, with defense attorney Rick DeToto addressing his client, asking, “Do you want this evidence to come in?” “Yes sir,” Armstrong responded. This blood evidence was […]
Infection
Florida man contests qualified immunity after infection from forced exposure to human feces
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petitions of the week By Kalvis Golde on Aug 1, 2023 at 7:43 am The Petitions of the Week column highlights a selection of cert petitions recently filed in the Supreme Court. A list of all petitions we’re watching is available here. The judge-made doctrine of qualified immunity generally shields government officials from liability unless […]
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Share on PinterestLeprosy is a chronic bacterial infection that can be acquired from armadillos or others with the condition. Johner Images/Getty Images Leprosy cases have been increasing in Florida, according to a CDC report. The bacterial infection is also known as Hansen disease. Leprosy affects the peripheral nerves, skin, respiratory tract, and eyes. Cases of […]