Monthly Archives: October 2023

Extreme Heat Projected to Cause More Excess Cardiovascular Deaths by Midcentury

MONDAY, Oct. 30, 2023 (HealthDay News) — By midcentury, extreme heat is projected to be associated with large increases in excess cardiovascular deaths, according to a study published online Oct. 30 in Circulation. Sameed Ahmed M. Khatana, M.D., M.P.H., from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, and colleagues examined […]

CVS, Target and other eye-drop products pose risk of dangerous infections, FDA warns

More than two dozen over-the-counter eye-drop products marketed under CVS Health Corp. CVS, +1.49%, Target Corp. TGT, +1.09%, Rite Aid Corp. RADCQ, +8.91% and other brands pose a risk of eye infections that could cause partial vision loss or blindness, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned Friday. Consumers should not buy or use the […]

ASA: Studies Present Solutions for Preventing Blood Loss After Cesarean

MONDAY, Oct. 30, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Calcium chloride (CaCl) can reduce quantitative blood loss (QBL) after cesarean delivery and a uterine tone score can predict outcomes after cesarean delivery, according to two studies presented at ANESTHESIOLOGY 2023, the annual meeting of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, held from Oct. 13 to 17 in San […]

Most US Adults With Hepatitis C Unaware of Infection, Study Finds

Although in recent years more patients have become aware of their hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, over 800,000 are still unaware of it and their subsequent liver disease risk, according to a study published by PLoS One. The researchers explained that HCV is one of the leading causes of liver-related mortality and morbidity. Consequently, in […]

10 tips to lower your blood pressure naturally

Many Israelis struggle with high blood pressure, and amid the current war with Hamas known as Operation Swords of Iron, factors such as lack of sleep, stress, and poor dietary choices can further contribute to any problems. The following recommendations are vital for lowering your blood pressure without medication or excessive salt restriction. Follow these […]

Phil Spencer’s father died of lung infection after nearly drowning in car accident that killed wife

Phil Spencer’s father died of a lung condition called aspiration pneumonitis after nearly drowning in a car accident on the family farm, an inquest opening has heard. The Location, Location, Location star’s father Richard, known to friends and family as David, 89, and mother Anne, 82, who were both farmers, died after their car careered […]

Eyedrops from CVS, Target carry possible infection risk, FDA says

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health regulators are warning consumers not to use more than two dozen varieties of over-the-counter eyedrops because of the risk of infections that could lead to blindness. The Food and Drug Administration advisory applies to lubricating drops sold by six companies, including CVS Health, Target, Rite Aid and Cardinal Health. Consumers […]

American Red Cross hoping to build back blood and platelet supply ahead of holiday season

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FDA Warns Consumers to Stop Using 26 Different Eye Drop Products

Share on PinterestThe FDA is warning consumers about 26 eye drop products. Moon Safari/Getty Images The FDA has issued a warning to consumers about the risk of bacterial contamination in 26 over-the-counter eye drop products. The contaminated prodcuts can lead to eye infection, loss of vision, and blindness. Several major retailers’ products have been impacted, […]

St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church hosts annual Masonic District Blood Drive

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) – The third Annual Masonic District Blood Drive, which also doubled as a chance for people to get their flu shots, took place Saturday, Oct. 28. St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church hosted the annual blood drive, and this year gave donors glow in the dark t-shirts and one free entry to the […]