New research from Queen Mary University of London, published in iScience, shows an increased risk of blood clots in women who have any combination of a particular gene mutation, oestrogen use, or common medical conditions — specifically: obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and kidney disease. Women with the Factor V Leiden (FVL) gene mutation […]
The recently released Cardiovascular Information System Market Report for 2023, spanning a substantial 99 pages, offers valuable insights into its present condition, size, volume, and market share. In today’s digitally driven world, understanding the dynamics of the market has become not just important but essential for businesses and marketers alike. With the growing importance of […]
Introduction Autologous blood transfusion has the advantages of saving blood resources, decreasing allogeneic blood consumption,1 avoiding immunosuppression caused by allogeneic blood transfusion,2 reducing the risk of blood transfusion and blocking blood-borne diseases.3 However, perioperative blood transfusion during cardiac surgery may cause postoperative complications.4 Pre-deposit autotransfusion (also called pre-deposit autologous blood transfusion) has no age limitations […]
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The Yale School of Medicine’s new Center for Infection & Immunity, which launched on Aug. 18, is researching post-acute infection syndromes while encouraging diversity, elevating scientists and incorporating patients as research partners. Carlos Salcerio 11:46 pm, Sep 19, 2023 Staff Reporter Ann Hui Ching, Contributing Photographer A new center at the Yale School of Medicine […]
Northeastern University in Boston has been chosen as the home of a center to detect and prepare for the next outbreak of infectious disease.The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is giving Northeastern $17.5 million over the next five years to head “EPISTORM: The Center for Advanced Epidemic Analytics and Predictive Modeling Technology,” according […]
Introduction Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a prevalent global health concern, as evidenced by numerous studies linking it to cardiovascular disease (CVD).1–4 Developing countries, in particular, bear a significant burden of morbidity and mortality related to CVD, with reports indicating that up to 75% of non-communicable disease-related mortality can be attributed to CVD.5,6 Studies have indicated […]
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) – A local blood center said they are in urgent need of blood donations. “We are in critical blood levels here mid-Michigan currently,” said Kelli Sopcynski with Versiti. Just a week ago, the American Red Cross declared a national blood shortage, and now that shortage is reaching mid-Michigan. Related: Red Cross declares […]
You’ve heard the slogan ‘Donate Blood, Save a Life’ but for Roy Rodriguez, the first time he donated blood in high school was for a much simpler reason. “They came out. They said, ‘Hey we’re gonna do a blood drive. You get out of class’ and that’s all I needed,” said Rodriguez, “Just get out […]
RESEARCH BRIEFINGS 20 September 2023 T cells that are chronically stimulated in viral infection or cancer enter a dysfunctional state known as T-cell exhaustion. Sympathetic nerves in tissues and tumours drive T-cell exhaustion through the action of the neurotransmitter noradrenaline on the β1-adrenergic receptors of T cells, with implications for cancer treatment.