Monthly Archives: October 2023

Ukraine infections show rising threat from antibiotic resistance

Receive free Antibiotic resistance updates We’ll send you a myFT Daily Digest email rounding up the latest Antibiotic resistance news every morning. In a US military hospital in Germany earlier this year, doctors made a worrying discovery when they examined a wounded Ukrainian soldier who had been defending his country against Russia’s invasion. His infection […]

New study reveals alarming cardiovascular risks

In a recent study published in the journal Nature Cardiovascular Research, a group of researchers determined whether Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) directly infects coronary vessels and atherosclerotic plaques to understand its role in inducing plaque inflammation. They assessed its contribution to acute cardiovascular complications and increased long-term cardiovascular risk in patients with […]

The Science Of Health: How The Use Of Everyday Gadgets Increases One’s Susceptibility To Heart Diseases

Technology’s impact on heart health: Welcome back to “The Science Of Health”, ABP Live’s weekly health column. Last week, we discussed the role played by technology in improving the accessibility and affordability of rural healthcare in India. This week, we explain how technology impacts heart health, and how the use of everyday electronic gadgets such […]

Hooked on ID with Pranita D. Tamma, MD, MHS

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Upper respiratory infection tips

It’s that time of year — cooler weather, changing leaves and an uptick in upper respiratory infections. Respiratory illnesses are common in the fall and winter, with seasonal cases of influenza, strep throat and respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, likely increasing over the next few months. COVID-19 also remains active with many areas seeing a […]

Cardiovascular benefits of fermented foods and beverages: still up for debate

Despite the high consumption of fermented foods and beverages worldwide, their role in a healthy diet is still up for debate. Some fermented beverages have been demonstrated to protect against cardiovascular disease, but many aspects of the effects of fermented foods on cardiovascular health are uncertain. Better-designed studies are warranted. The plant-based Mediterranean, vegetarian and […]

Immunoglobulin prevents infections associated with anti-BCMA therapy for multiple myeloma

October 02, 2023 3 min read Source/Disclosures Published by: Disclosures: Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange supported the study. Lancman reports advisory board roles with Janssen and Pfizer. Please see the study for all other authors’ relevant financial disclosures. Garfall reports funding and/or consulting fees from Bristol Myers Squibb, CRISPR Therapeutics, GSK, Janssen, Legend Bio, […]