Monthly Archives: October 2023

Bedsores, infections and medication errors rising in Canadian hospitals amid shortage of nurses

WARNING: This story contains graphic images in the carousel that may not be suitable for all audiences. New data shows that errors are growing in Canadian hospitals, as one in 17 hospitalizations from March 2022 to March 2023 ended up with a patient experiencing harm, according to a new report from the Canadian Institute for Health […]

Magen David Adom steps up blood donation drive ahead of protracted conflict

Magen David Adom reports that since the start of the war on October 7, it has collected over 31,000 units of blood from volunteer donors. However, more blood is needed as Israel prepares for what could be a protracted conflict.“Every unit is precious,” said nurse Milana Mazal Mazor at the blood donation station at Sheba […]

What happens to your blood after you donate? The Red Cross explains

BUFFALO, N.Y. — According to the American Red Cross, there is a national blood shortage right now as supply has fallen by 25% since August. When you hear national, does that make you think this doesn’t impact your community? If so, let’s bring it home a bit. Put it this way, thank goodness the American Red […]

Heart diseases among top killers

KARACHI: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death worldwide. During Covid-19 from 2019 to 2022 around three million people died but as per estimates shared by the World Health Organization the CVDs killed around 20.6 million people every year across the globe said Consultant Cardiologist, National Medical Centre, United Hospital Karachi, Dr Rehan […]

Lankenau renames cardiovascular imaging center after generous donors

Lankenau Medical Center, 100 E Lancaster Ave, Wynnewood, recently renamed and rededicated the cardiovascular imaging center after a generous donation. The center is now called the Penny and Warren Heart Pavilion. The gift will fund a modern imaging suite in the building and other enhancements, Lankenau said. Fall-prevention classes offered The Delaware County County Office […]

Cat With Two Noses Put Up For Adoption May Have Found A Loving Home Already

This cat has an exceptional quality—two cute noses. it has won the hearts of many across the world. Animal lovers all over are anxious to give this exceptional cat a loving home after it was put up for adoption.  Who Is This Cat? Credit: Warrington Adoption Centre Nanny McPhee is a “one-of-a-kind” cat with a unique facial feature […]

WHO releases new list of essential diagnostics; new recommendations for hepatitis E virus tests, personal use glucose meters

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its 2023 Essential Diagnostics List (EDL), which is an evidence-based register of in vitro diagnostics (IVD) that supports countries to make national diagnostic choices. This year’s list includes two firsts: Inclusion of three tests for hepatitis E virus (HEV), including a rapid test to aid in the diagnosis […]

Millerton to host blood drive on Halloween

A community blood drive will be held in the social hall of the Millerton United Methodist Church at 5443 Main St., Millerton, from 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 31. To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter Millerton UMC. Visit RedCrossBlood.org/Rapid Pass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions […]

RI hosting blood drive in memory of Sen. Goodwin

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