Monthly Archives: September 2023

Infection

Global case series uncovers Mpox resurgence among previously infected or fully vaccinated individuals

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08
Sep

In a recent study published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases, researchers elucidated monkeypox’s (mpox) epidemiological and clinical features in individuals with a history of infection or vaccination, enhancing the understanding of disease behavior before immunity. Study: Mpox in people with past infection or a complete vaccination course: a global case series. Image Credit: DottedYeti/Shutterstock.com Background  Since May […]

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Cardiovascular

Can’t maintain an erection? Why experts say a heart attack could be next

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08
Sep

“If the heart’s arteries are narrowed, causing an increased risk of angina or heart attacks, then it is highly likely that the same process causing atherosclerosis within the heart’s arteries is happening in other areas of the body,” Lim says. This includes arteries in the brain, arms, legs, pelvis, kidneys – and penis. Dr Boon […]

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Australian state warns community of listeriosis amid rise in infections

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SYDNEY, Sept. 8 (Xinhua) — Health authorities of Australia’s New South Wales (NSW) on Friday urged vulnerable residents to be cautious of listeriosis infections after the state saw a rise in cases. NSW Health reminded people who are immunocompromised, pregnant, or aged over 65 years to avoid a range of foods that can cause listeriosis […]

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Contrasting Clinical Characteristics in TMI Infections: HIV-Positive Vs. HIV-Negative Individuals

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08
Sep

The following is a summary of “Comparison of the clinical features of HIV-positive and HIV-negative hosts infected with Talaromyces marneffei: A multicenter, retrospective study,” published in the July 2023 issue of the Infectious Disease by Qiu et al. Talaromyces marneffei is an emerging pathogen, and the number of infections in HIV-negative people is rising swiftly. […]

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Infection prevention program continues to surpass milestones

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08
Sep

The Whidbey Island Public Hospital District, commonly known as WhidbeyHealth, celebrated its continued excellence regarding infection prevention protocols and best practices recently, the hospital reported in a statement. Colleen Klamm, infection preventionist and program lead, reported that WhidbeyHealth continues to provide top of class, safe and quality care across the continuum of health care available […]

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Infection

Tips on preventing infectious diseases in elderly during monsoon

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08
Sep

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi Sep 08, 2023 01:10 PM IST Share Via Copy Link To ensure the well-being and safety of elderly, it becomes essential to implement effective preventive measures during this damp and humid season of monsoon The monsoon season ushers in a higher risk of infectious diseases, especially for the elderly population since […]

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Cardiovascular

AI helps predict adverse outcomes in cardiovascular medicine, Yale study finds

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08
Sep

Yale researchers have created a noise-adapted artificial intelligence model that can detect heart disease. William Zhang 3:17 am, Sep 08, 2023 Contributing Reporter Michelle Foley Artificial intelligence can help more accurately detect heart diseases, a new Yale study found.  Researchers developed an AI model that allows wearable devices to more effectively detect left ventricular systolic […]

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Covid cases rise as LAUSD tries to improve attendance

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08
Sep

Credit: California Department of Public Health An elementary school student demonstrates using a swab for the rapid Covid antigen test. Credit: California Department of Public Health An elementary school student demonstrates using a swab for the rapid Covid antigen test. COVID-19 cases are on the rise throughout Los Angeles Unified and the county. Public health […]

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Cardiovascular

Exploring why rates of cardiovascular disease and earlier onset are increasing in women

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ADELAIDE, Australia, Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Advanced research is casting light on possible early life factors – including poverty, physical or mental abuse ­– that may impact the rate of egg loss and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease in post-menopausal women. Traditionally, cardiovascular disease in women has been associated with loss of ovarian […]

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New COVID variant BA.2.86 detected in Japan amid wave of infections

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08
Sep

BA.2.86, yet another new coronavirus subvariant that is a heavily mutated version of the omicron variant, has been detected in Japan for the first time. While there’s no evidence so far that it causes more severe illness, experts say it may be more capable of infecting people who have been previously infected with the coronavirus […]

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