Monthly Archives: November 2023

Blood pressure: How air pollution from traffic can cause increases

Share on PinterestExperts say air pollution can affect people who live near freeways. Amos Chapple/Stocksy Traffic-related air pollution was associated with a significant increase in blood pressure among car passengers, a study finds. Researchers report that the blood pressure increase is on par with other cardiovascular risk factors such as lack of exercise or excessive […]

Nationwide pet insurance review 2023

Types of coverage Nationwide pet insurance offers three options for accident and illness coverage. Modular pet insurance plan Deductible: $250 Annual coverage limit: $5,000 or Unlimited Reimbursement percentage: 50% to 90% The Nationwide Modular pet insurance plan lets you choose an annual coverage limit and the option to add benefits like wellness coverage, pet behavioral […]

Understanding Thalassemia As A Disability, Not Just A Blood Disorder

In India, issues related to access and safety of blood have emerged time and again. This issue is particularly concerning in the case of repeat blood recipients like patients of blood transfusion dependent thalassemia major patients, who need frequent blood transfusions for survival[1]. The issue can be largely attributed to weak regulation governing blood transfusion […]

Matt Hardy Explains Benefits Of AEW Full Gear Blood-Spitting Spot

AEW Veteran AEW star Matt Hardy has chimed in on the controversial spot from the Texas Deathmatch at Full Gear, which saw Swerve Strickland drinking Adam Page’s blood before choking out “Hangman” to secure the victory. The spot has received mixed reviews from fans and wrestlers alike, with many criticizing AEW for going overboard with […]

The depiction of hypertension in heart imaging examinations

Introduction Hypertension is one of the main preventable cardiovascular (CV) risk factors all over the years, closely related to CV morbidity and mortality. Despite numerous attempts from the scientific community and awareness programs, the prevalence is still extremely high globally.1 In the United States, nearly half of the adults (47%) have hypertension, defined either as […]

Integration challenges with tuberculosis patients care

Introduction Tuberculosis disease (TB) is a major public health problem and the top list of causes of death in the world.1 From 95% of tuberculosis deaths occurred in low-middle-income countries (LMICs), two-thirds of deaths happened in 8 LMICs and Ethiopia is one of the top 22 counties affected by tuberculosis (TB)2 with a 2.1/1000 incidence […]

‘Impressive’ blood test ‘reduces risk of dying from heart attack’

Using a new, highly sensitive blood test in A&E departments could help better diagnose and treat heart attacks, reducing the risk of further attacks or death in the future, researchers have said. A trial led by the University of Edinburgh found that using a new test that measures troponin – a protein released into the […]

L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science 2023 Supports Three Promising Researchers from Singapore in the fields of Material Engineering, Biotechnology, and Sustainable Chemistry

Three promising women researchers emerged as winners out of 42 applicants this year Each winner will receive an endowment worth S$10,000 to advance their research The L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science aims to help bridge the gender gap for women scientists SINGAPORE, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — L’Oréal Singapore celebrated three outstanding women researchers in the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women […]