Netflix has released a new batch of Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix posters previewing some of the upcoming characters set to appear in the series. The new posters preview three of the main characters set to appear in the series, including Dolph Laserhawk, Bullfrog, and Rayman, the latter of whom will be played by […]
Key Takeaways The American Heart Association has named a new multi-system form of heart disease called cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome. The designation recognizes the interconnectedness of conditions like diabetes, obesity, kidney disease, and cardiovascular disease. The new guidelines may help providers to recognize and treat underlying causes of cardiovascular disease at an earlier stage, helping to reduce […]
A blood clot in the leg, also known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT), is a serious medical condition that has several risk factors and causes. Blood clots can occur in anyone, however, people are at increased risk after surgery and while pregnant. This article will discuss the causes and risk factors for blood clots in […]
This week marks the annual International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW) and the 2023 theme is “Celebrate the Fundamentals of Infection Prevention.” The fundamentals of infection prevention may sound basic, but they are proven methods for preventing illness and death. These actions work and are appropriate for everyone from families at home to infection prevention professionals […]
FOND DU LAC, Wis. (Gray News) – A K-9 in Wisconsin was critically injured on Saturday morning, but thanks to another dog, he has a fighting chance to live. According to the Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Office, K-9 Iro was shot when deputies responded to a call for a disturbance involving weapons. Officials said […]
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Image credit: ESMO The latest data on drug regimens in a variety of cancers will take the stage at ESMO Congress 2023. In addition, the conference schedule is focusing on new technologies and access to treatments. This year, ESMO Congress 2023 will be held both virtually and in person in Madrid, Spain. The Congress will […]
©Kletr/stock.adobe.com Obesity prior to or during early pregnancy may pose the greatest risk for both short- and long-term adverse cardiovascular outcomes, according to new findings published in the journal Circulation Research.1 Results of the study, from investigators at Northwestern Medicine, suggest that prepregnancy obesity could be the common factor driving both adverse pregnancy outcomes (APO), […]
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 18, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Strict infection prevention and control (IPC) measures enacted during the COVID-19 pandemic led to a significant decrease in many hospital-associated infections (HAIs), according to a study published online Oct. 4 in the American Journal of Infection Control. Rita Wilson Dib, M.D., from the University of Texas MD Anderson […]
Despite 50 per cent of Canadians having been affected by heart disease and stroke in some capacity according to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, a much smaller proportion understand critical information related to the health issue. This is according to a new Heart and Stroke poll which also found that one in three Canadians do […]