Monthly Archives: September 2023

Congenital disorders

Pediatric Orthopedic Implants Market worth $8.5 Billion by 2030 – Exclusive Report by The Insight Partners

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22
Sep

Pediatric Orthopedic Implants Market worth $8.5 Billion by 2030 – Exclusive Report by The Insight Partners News Home Friday, September 22, 2023 11:00 AM | GlobeNewswire via QuoteMedia Pediatric Orthopedic Implants Market worth $8.5 Billion by 2030 – Exclusive Report by The Insight Partners Global pediatric orthopedic implants market is growing at a CAGR of […]

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Infection

A new season of infections is here, but the shortage of a common kids’ antibiotic never ended

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22
Sep

CNN  —  Parents across the US are beginning to face the struggles of a second winter without enough amoxicillin, the most prescribed antibiotic in the country. Liquid formulations of the drug — first-line treatments for children with strep throat, chest and sinus infections, and earaches — are still in short supply, according to the US […]

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Blood

Chicago blood suppliers make urgent donor appeal amid shortage

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22
Sep

Three major blood suppliers for Chicago hospitals are warning of potential rationing amid an ongoing blood shortage in the wake of the pandemic and are making an urgent appeal for more people to donate. With a decline in donations since the COVID-19, the supply has reached a troubling low in the last month, according to […]

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Congenital disorders

The Structure and Function of the Thymus

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22
Sep

The thymus unveiled: understanding its anatomyThe crucial function of the thymusMaturation in the thymic microenvironmentThymus and immune disordersChanges over a lifetimeConclusionReferencesFurther reading An essential component of the lymphatic system, the thymus, a pyramid-shaped organ located in the thoracic cavity, is responsible for producing T-cells. For centuries, the thymus was believed to be an enigmatic organ, […]

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Blood

With a national blood supply shortage, here’s how Athens, UGA are helping the Red Cross

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22
Sep

Amid a national shortage, Athens area blood banks are seeking to re-supply an annual shortage caused by the University of Georgia and local summer breaks.  The American Red Cross put out a notice earlier this month that the “national blood supply has fallen to critically low levels.” Athens hospitals typically have blood supply shortages during […]

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Cardiovascular

UK awarded Innovative Cardiovascular Health Program to improve heart health in Kentucky

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22
Sep

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 22, 2023) — UK HealthCare, its outreach and innovation arm the Kentucky Regional Extension Center (REC), and other state partners have been awarded the Innovative Cardiovascular Health Program by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. The five-year award is focused on comprehensive […]

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Congenital disorders

Study reveals increased risk of premature heart failure in young cancer survivors

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22
Sep

Heart failure is a global endemic issue and its incidence worldwide continues to increase despite several advances in the medical field over the last two decades. Heart failure is not only a problem that burdens the older age but can affect individuals at a younger age as well.  A recent study published in the “Journal […]

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Blood

Blood draws, giveaways and food available at 2023 Wellness Fair

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22
Sep

The 2023 Wellness Fair will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 4, at the Center for Healthy Living gymnasium (Student Life Center room 1007) from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. More than 30 campus organizations and departments, as well as community businesses and non-profits, will provide resources to med center students, faculty and staff that encompass the eight […]

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Congenital disorders

Two cases of retrocaval ureter

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22
Sep

Introduction Retrocaval ureter (also called circumcaval ureter) is a rare congenital anomaly in which the ureter passes posterior to the inferior vena cava (IVC). 1 In fact, it is a vascular anomaly rather than a ureteral abnormality. Based on autopsy results, it is said to occur in 1 in 1500 lives, with an overall incidence […]

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