Monthly Archives: October 2023

Brain, Disease, Infection, Inflammation

What Is Spinal Meningitis? Here’s How People Get This Uncommon but Serious Infection

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11
Oct

It’s important to seek immediate medical care, no matter what the cause. Spinal meningitis, a severe and potentially life-threatening infection, occurs when pathogens, such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, or parasites, cause inflammation of the delicate membranes, known as meninges, that envelop the brain and spinal cord. This condition can affect anyone, and its consequences are […]

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Cardiovascular

Obesity: A Root Cause of Future Cardiovascular Disease

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11
Oct

New York: A recent study highlights the profound impact of obesity before or during pregnancy as the underlying cause of future cardiovascular disease. This research reveals that obesity plays a more significant role than pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia and gestational diabetes, in increasing the risk of developing heart disease later in life. The findings […]

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Blood

Indian TV actor claims sister, husband killed in cold blood in front of their kids in Israel attack

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11
Oct

IANS Mumbai, October 11 As the war between Israel and Gaza escalates, gruesome details of the horror of Hamas’ attack on Israel are emerging. Actor Madhura Naik, who is known for her work in ‘Naagin’, ‘Uttaran’ and ‘Breathe’, has shared that her sister and brother-in-law were killed by the Hamas terrorists during the attack on […]

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Disease, Health Care, Insight

What I Wish I Knew About Multiple Sclerosis in the Black Community

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11
Oct

“P-Valley” actress Brandee Evans opens up about being a caregiver for her mother, who has multiple sclerosis. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a profoundly impactful condition that affects an estimated 1 million people in the United States alone. This complex central nervous system disease manifests in a wide spectrum of symptoms, ranging from mild inconveniences to […]

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Health Benefits, Health Care, Treatment

21 Natural Remedies To Prevent and Treat Headaches

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11
Oct

Headaches can range from nagging to debilitating. Here are 21 tips, tricks, and natural remedies to help you head off that ache. Headaches come in a myriad of forms, ranging from mildly uncomfortable to agonizingly painful. Most people have experienced headaches in various intensities, be it a throbbing, pulsating, burning, or disorienting sensation. These headaches […]

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Disease, Infection

What Is a Bacterial Meningitis Rash—The Symptom That Can Signal a Medical Emergency

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11
Oct

Bleeding under the skin that produces a blotchy or pinprick-like rash may signal a serious bacterial infection. If you ever happen upon a peculiar rash, resembling pink or purple pinpricks on your skin, it’s paramount not to disregard it. This seemingly innocuous rash can be a telltale symptom of bacterial meningitis, a grave medical condition […]

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Brain, Disease, Infection, Inflammation

These Are the 6 Main Types of Meningitis, According to Neurologists and Infectious Disease Doctors

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11
Oct

Viruses, bacteria, and other culprits can cause this type of inflammation. In the intricate symphony of bodily functions, from the simplest act of breathing to the most profound cognitive processes, your central nervous system reigns supreme. Comprising the formidable duo of the brain and spinal cord, it orchestrates every aspect of your existence. Yet, protecting […]

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Chronic, Pain

Four Headache Locations and What They Mean

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11
Oct

Pinpointing the location of your headache may help you determine its particular type. Headaches, though often underestimated, come in a multitude of forms, each characterized by subtle nuances in pain location. Understanding the distinct patterns of headache pain is crucial for accurate diagnosis and prompt, effective treatment. By discerning the specific type of headache you’re […]

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Infection

Chlorhexidine lowers infections, antibiotic-resistant germs in trial

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11
Oct

Nursing homes that use chlorhexidine on the skin and nose can prevent infections and lower the amount of antibiotic resistant organisms in the facilities.  The study was published today in the New England Journal of Medicine. The researchers examined approximately 14,000 people and compared bathing routines at 28 nursing homes in California for 18 months. […]

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Brain, Disease, Inflammation

Meningitis Overview

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11
Oct

This form of inflammation, frequently triggered by either infection or injury, impacts the protective membrane enveloping the brain and spinal cord. In cases where a bacterial infection is suspected, prompt initiation of treatment is imperative. Meningitis, a term that strikes fear into the hearts of many, is a condition characterized by inflammation of the meninges, […]

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