Monthly Archives: September 2023

US woman loses limbs after battling infection from eating undercooked fish

An American mother of one lost all four of her limbs after suffering a bacterial infection from eating what was believed to be undercooked tilapia fish. Ms Laura Barajas, 40, from San Jose, California, underwent emergency surgery last Wednesday after being hospitalised for over a month as she battled the infection. She is now a […]

Nipah virus in Kerala: 10 tips to boost immunity against the deadly virus

ByParmita Uniyal, New Delhi Sep 17, 2023 12:02 PM IST Share Via Copy Link While there is no cure for Nipah virus, one should take measures to develop immunity like balanced diet, regular exercise, and practising good hygiene. Nipah virus cases are spreading in Kerala and so far, 6 people have been tested positive for […]

Unhealthy snacks raise risk of strokes and cardiovascular disease

WASHINGTON: The researchers discovered that just half of the people matched the nutritional value of their meals and snacks. This disparity has a detrimental impact on health indicators like blood sugar and fat levels, and addressing it may be as simple as changing one’s diet.With unhealthy snacks, 25 per cent of people nullify the positive […]

Hypertension: Changing these 5 risk factors can help you bring blood pressure under control | The Times of India

Hypertension, often referred to as the ‘silent killer,’ silently lurks in millions of lives, posing a significant risk to health. High blood pressure, if left unchecked, can lead to severe complications like heart disease and stroke. An estimated 7.5 million deaths per year, or roughly 12.8% of all deaths, are thought to be related to […]

Association between dementia risk, size of white blood cell telomeres: Study

ANI | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das, Washington Sep 17, 2023 10:34 AM IST Share Via Copy Link The study explores how shorter telomeres on the ends of white blood cell chromosomes can increase the risk of dementia. Shorter telomeres on the ends of white blood cell chromosomes were discovered to be associated with an […]

Thousand-Year Blood War Episode 23 Review

Thousand-Year Blood War Episode 23 Review – But Why Tho? Home » Anime » REVIEW: ‘Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War’ Episode 23 — “Marching Out The Zombies 2” As fans eagerly awaited plot progression after the revelation of King Yhwach and Uryū Ishida’s true intentions in the Soul Society, Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War Episode 23, “Marching […]

The Conversation: Is it okay to kiss your pet?

While pets have many mental health benefits, they can spread infectious diseases too. Photo / Getty Images Our relationship with pets has changed drastically in recent decades. Pet ownership is at an all-time high, with a recent survey finding 69 per cent of Australian households have at least one pet. We spend an estimated A$33 […]

Arkansas toddler dies of rare brain-eating amoeba infection likely contracted at country club splash pad

A toddler who was his parent’s “pride and joy” died from a brain-eating amoeba after playing at an Arkansas country club’s splash pad.  Michael Alexander Pollock III, a 16-months-old, passed away on Sept. 4, after contracting the rare brain-eating infection while his parents, Michael Jr. and Julia Pollock, were out of state, Arkansas Online said. […]