Monthly Archives: September 2023

What is C Syndrome (Opitz Trigonocephaly Syndrome)?

C syndrome, also known as Opitz trigonocephaly syndrome (OTCS) or C Syndrome, is a rare and heterogeneous genetic disorder with a broad range of severity. It was first documented in 1969. C syndrome. Image Credit: nobeastsofierce/Shutterstock.com C syndrome consists of trigonocephaly and dysmorphic craniofacial features as the hallmark features. In the literature, there are just […]

Austin’s We Are Blood open to more LGBTQ+ donors with changes in guidelines

We Are Blood, Central Texas’ community blood bank, plans to open its donor pool to people who have been excluded for decades, an important because of the blood supply shortage in Austin and the region. This change has evolved since earlier this year when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration released its new draft guidance […]

Restoring the Blood-Brain Barrier – Stanford Researchers Uncover Promising New Pathway

Researchers have discovered a therapeutic molecule, L6-F4-2, that enhances the blood-brain barrier’s strength by targeting the WNT signaling pathway. This breakthrough can potentially treat a variety of neurological disorders rooted in blood-brain barrier dysfunction, such as Alzheimer’s, multiple sclerosis, and brain tumors. There’s a bouncer in everyone: the blood-brain barrier, a specialized layer of cells […]

ASF Sweden: Total number of infections rises to 13

All infected ASF carcasses have been found in the direct vicinity of the town Fagersta, in the county Vastmanland, where the first 7 carcasses were also discovered. The search continues In a news release on the institute’s website, it was explained that the search for carcasses continues. At the moment, it is not quite clear […]

Can Essential Oils Treat an Ear Infection?

If you or your child have an ear infection, the painful earache may seem unbearable. It’s natural to want to do something to take away the pain.   Advertising Policy Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. […]

CDC panel to decide who needs updated COVID vaccines and boosters

WASHINGTON — Americans may soon be able to get an updated COVID-19 vaccine. Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday endorsed the new shots for everyone 6 months of age and older. The agency’s director is expected to sign off on the panel’s recommendation. The vaccines could be available this week. […]

Dengue Cases Soar Across India; Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Dehradun At the Forefront

Representational Image (Anil Shinde/BCCL, Mumbai) With the return of monsoon rains in September, experts are closely monitoring its role in reviving seasonal scarcities. On the other hand, the monsoon’s re-intensification across the country has also sparked a surge in dengue infection. Major cities like Delhi, Dehradun, Hyderabad and Bengaluru, in particular, are currently grappling with […]

Updated COVID boosters will be available soon. Here’s where you can find one in the Green Bay area

COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations have increased slightly in northeastern Wisconsin, though they remain much lower than this time last year. As of Sept. 2, the seven-day average of COVID-19 hospitalizations in the northeast region of the state was 10 patients, up from 5 on Aug. 1, according to data from the state Department of Health Services. […]