Monthly Archives: October 2023

Xiaomi Wrist ECG And Blood Pressure Recorder: A Game-Changer In Wearable Health Tech

Xiaomi Wrist ECG and Blood Pressure Recorder At the recent Xiaomi 14 series’ grand product launch, the tech giant not only introduced the Watch S3 but also revealed a breakthrough in wearable technology with the Xiaomi Wrist ECG and Blood Pressure Recorder. Priced at 1999 yuan, this cutting-edge device boasts a unique blend of health-monitoring […]

Why marijuana blood tests fall short of the alcohol standard in determining intoxication

CLEVELAND, Ohio — When it comes to enforcing drunken driving laws, police have a battery of tools at their disposal. Field sobriety tests, along with breath, blood, and urine tests for blood alcohol concentrations are well established indicators of a driver’s degree of intoxication. However, in the case of marijuana, the drug’s unique metabolism makes […]

Rabies hitched a ride to Canada in dogs flown from Iran. Scientists say it shows need for better surveillance

This story is part of CBC Health’s Second Opinion, a weekly analysis of health and medical science news emailed to subscribers on Saturday mornings. If you haven’t subscribed yet, you can do that by clicking here. When two dogs imported to Canada from Iran on separate occasions in 2021 developed deadly canine rabies, alarm bells rang loudly […]

The blood of Jesus

#inform-video-player-1 .inform-embed { margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; } #inform-video-player-2 .inform-embed { margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; } Ever thought about the blood of Jesus? It is often overlooked and yet his blood shed for us is the foundation on which his followers stand. It extends mercy to the whole world. Do you need God’s mercy in […]

Moroccan national football team donate blood to help victims of earthquake that left thousands from their country dead

Members of Morocco’s national football team took a break from practice on Sunday to donate blood to help victims of the country’s deadly earthquake. A 6.8 magnitude quake that struck southwest of the Moroccan city Marrakech, had claimed the lives of at least 2,012 people, and the Interior Ministry said at least another 2,059 were […]

Understanding Infection Vulnerability In Lupus: Tips For Patients

Lupus disrupts the immune system. Living with lupus is a challenging journey that often involves managing a heightened risk of infections. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, commonly known as lupus, is a complex autoimmune disease that affects multiple systems in the body. Although the immune system attacking healthy tissues and producing inflammation is the main characteristic of […]

‘Wife-doting madman’: Chinese man sneaks into hospital disguised as doctor to dilute blood sample of drunk-driving wife detained

The actions of a pathologically devoted husband in China who sneaked into a hospital to dilute his wife’s blood sample in a bid to help her escape punishment for drunk driving, has stunned mainland social media. The incident involves a couple from Dongguan in Guangdong province, southeastern China and stems from a road traffic stop […]

Ojjaara (momelotinib) approved in the US as the first and only treatment indicated for myelofibrosis patients with anemia

LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)– GSK plc (LSE/NYSE: GSK) today announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Ojjaara (momelotinib) for the treatment of intermediate or high-risk myelofibrosis, including primary myelofibrosis or secondary myelofibrosis (post-polycythemia vera and post-essential thrombocythemia), in adults with anemia. Ojjaara is a once-a-day, oral JAK1/JAK2 and activin A receptor type 1 […]

Health Benefits of Honeydew Melon

Honeydew melons, the epitome of summer sweetness, grace our palates with their refreshing taste and vibrant green hue. These succulent fruits are typically in season from July to September, making them a delightful addition to summer feasts. With their lush, light green flesh and either white or yellow skin, honeydew melons offer not only a […]