Monthly Archives: November 2023

Heart disease: Hypertension, high cholesterol raise young adult risks

Share on PinterestExperts say it’s important for younger adults to monitor their blood pressure. Jelena Markovic/Stocksy In a new study, researchers say younger people may be more vulnerable to developing cardiovascular problems than previously believed. They say young adults need to pay more attention to cardiovascular risk indicators such as cholesterol and high blood pressure […]

When Does Life Stop? A New Way of Harvesting Organs Divides Doctors.

The technique restarts circulation after an organ donor is declared dead. But first surgeons cut off blood flow to the brain. One surgeon called it “creepy.” A new method for retrieving hearts from organ donors has ignited a debate over the surprisingly blurry line between life and death in a hospital — and whether there […]

Residents in Hanoi capital infected with dengue virus type DEN-3

There are four dengue virus types identified as DENV1, DENV2, DENV3, DENV4 According to health experts, dengue fever is typically caused by four dengue virus types – DEN-1, DEN-2, DEN-3, and DEN-4, of which DEN-1 and DEN-2 are the most common types, accounting for 90% of the infections. A person infected with a virus type can gain lifelong […]

Wisconsin health officials investigate salmonella infections linked to cantaloupes

Wisconsin health officials are investigating a multistate outbreak of salmonella infections that have been linked to cantaloupes. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services; Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection; local health departments; and federal officials are investigating the outbreak that so far has seen 43 people in 15 states infected with salmonella, a press […]

Drug-Resistant Acinetobacter baumannii Nosocomial Infections

Introduction Acinetobacter baumannii is an opportunistic pathogen responsible for a wide range of nosocomial infections. A. baumannii has the ability to adapt to the environment and resist various cleaning and disinfecting methods, and therefore is widely distributed and able to survive for prolonged periods in hospitals.1,2 A. baumannii is one of the most important hospital […]

A Mystery Illness Is Spreading Rapidly Through Dogs in The US

Hundreds of dogs across the United States are falling ill with a mysterious respiratory infection the likes of which veterinarians have not seen. Since mid-August, the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) has received more than 200 case reports from veterinarians. Cases have also popped up in other states, like Colorado, Illinois, New Hampshire, and Nevada. […]

Bleach does not tackle fatal hospital superbug, UK researchers find

Liquid bleach does not kill off a hospital superbug that can cause fatal infections, researchers have found. The researchers say new approaches are needed towards disinfection in care settings. Clostridium difficile, also known as C diff, is a type of bacteria found in the human gut. While it can coexist alongside other bacteria without problem, […]

Infected trees to be removed at Lincoln Birthplace

Six infected trees are set for removal at Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park. Officials will remove six ash trees surrounding the Sinking Spring site the week of Dec. 4. Infected with the Emerald Ash Borer, these trees have developed structural defects and will be removed to provide a safer environment, a news release from […]

Sleep Efficiency and Its Association with Angina Pectoris

Introduction Angina pectoris (AP), characterized by chest discomfort typically induced by physical exertion or emotional distress due to myocardial ischemia, remains a substantial global health concern, affecting millions of individuals each year.1 Beyond the immediate pain and discomfort, AP often signals an underlying, substantial risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD).2 Therefore, identifying contributing factors to AP, […]