Monthly Archives: September 2023

Blood Prison returning this weekend with new haunts in store for fright fans

Fright fans will have even more scares at this year’s version of Blood Prison. “We went into this off-season really wanting to make a mark in the east cell block,” haunt manager Vic Amesquita said. “We’ve always had the clowns on the one side, which is a phobia for a lot of people. That’s why […]

In face of national blood shortage, American Red Cross schedules local blood drives

ZANESVILLE − The American Red Cross is experiencing a national blood shortage. To help combat the shortage several blood drives have been scheduled in Muskingum and Perry counties. Here is a list of some of those upcoming drives. For more information and registration, go to redcrossblood.org or call 800-733-2767. Muskingum County ● 8 a.m. to […]

Could a Nasal Spray Help Protect You From Covid?

Formulas are being touted online as an extra safeguard against the virus, but they’re not F.D.A. approved and some experts are skeptical. As we approach winter virus season, some people may be looking for additional protection against contracting Covid-19 beyond receiving the updated vaccine and wearing a mask. In theory, nasal sprays could be one […]

ICMR to find out if flu, pneumococcal vaccines can reduce respiratory infections, antimicrobial use in the elderly

  Are the flu and pneumococcal vaccines effective in reducing the burden of respiratory infections and antimicrobial use in elderly populations? Looking to answer this question, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) – the country’s apex body for the formulation, coordination, and promotion of biomedical research — has now invited Expression of Interest from […]

Cardiovascular disease risk may increase with cannabis use disorder

Share on PinterestExperts say cannabis use should be done along with consultation with a medical professional. J. Anthony/Stocksy A new study found that adults with cannabis use disorder were about 60% more likely to experience cardiovascular problems. Experts say the findings underline the importance of understanding the mechanisms at play when it comes to cannabis […]

Ariceum Therapeutics’ targeted radiopharmaceutical 177Lu-satoreotide exhibits promising clinical response and good tolerability profile in patients with advanced neuroendocrine tumours

95% of patients (36 of 38) treated with Ariceum’s radiopharmaceutical satoreotide achieved disease control in Phase I/II trial That included 21% of patients (8 of 38) who experienced tumour reduction The study, just published in the European Journal of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging, concluded the treatment “has an acceptable safety profile with a promising clinical response” […]

Cannabis Overuse Linked To Heart Failure And Heart Attacks, Study Finds

Topline As weed usage skyrockets in the U.S., adults who overuse cannabis are 60% more likely to experience heart failure, strokes, or heart attacks compared to adults of the same age and sex without cannabis use disorder—according to a new study led by a team of researchers in Canada. Key Facts In the report published […]

Cannabis use disorder may raise the risk of a heart attack or stroke

Cannabis use disorder is linked to a higher risk of heart problems Tunatura/Shutterstock People with cannabis use disorder have an increased risk of heart attack, stroke and other major cardiovascular conditions, suggesting that frequent cannabis use may impair heart health. Anees Bahji at the University of Calgary in Canada and his colleagues analysed the health […]