Author Archives: yun

Cardiovascular

How does the consumption of high levels of sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats affect cardiovascular health?​ | The Times of India

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20
Aug

Dr. Jaideep Rajebahadur, Cardiology, MBBS, DNB – General, Medicine, SRV Hospitals, Goregaon says, “Maintaining a well-balanced diet is important as it lays the foundation for a healthy heart. A balanced diet necessitates adequate proportions of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, in addition to vitamins, sugars, salts, and minerals. Any of the above in excess over an […]

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Infection

Florida officials report five deaths from ‘flesh-eating’ bacteria in…

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20
Aug

Five people are confirmed dead in the Tampa Bay area because of a flesh-eating bacterium known to lurk at beaches, Florida officials reported. According to Florida Health, the vibrio vulnificus bacterium’s natural habitat is in warm, brackish seawater because it requires salt to live. The bacteria typically grow more quickly in warmer months.  Infections are rare, but health officials […]

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Infection

COVID-19 infections are on the comeback; so are vaccinations. What do experts say?

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Increasing COVID-19 infections may prompt the thought: Should I get a booster shot? The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says Americans need to stay current on their vaccines against the virus. “Vaccination remains the safest strategy for avoiding hospitalizations, long-term health outcomes, and death,” according to the CDC. Commercial pharmacies, hospitals, and physicians’ […]

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Fatigue, Health Care, Stress, Symptoms

Fatigue: Everything You Need to Know

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20
Aug

Fatigue encompasses a profound sense of both mental and physical depletion, surpassing the ordinary sensations of tiredness or drowsiness. This condition entails a persistent state of weakness that affects both the body and mind. Individuals often describe fatigue as a sensation of being drained or utterly spent, resulting in a reduced pace of movement and […]

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drugs, Flu, Medical Care

When to Take Tamiflu, According to a Doctor

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20
Aug

We’ve gathered the facts on this pricey and controversial drug. Each year, as the flu season approaches, the inclination to seek information on potential remedies for the flu becomes apparent. This search for guidance may lead to spending a substantial amount of time consulting various sources, such as online platforms, to ascertain suitable medications to […]

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Endometriosis, Medical Care, Menstruation, Pain, Symptoms

4 Stages of Endometriosis and What They Can Mean

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20
Aug

These stages can classify endometriosis. But they don’t always tell a complete story about your symptoms and quality of life. Endometriosis is a medical condition characterized by the presence of cells resembling the endometrium, the tissue lining the interior of the uterus, growing outside of their normal location within the uterus. These aberrant cells, referred […]

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Blood

Church, LUTH raise awareness on voluntary blood donations

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20
Aug

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital have called for more awareness about voluntary blood donations in the country. This call was made on Saturday during a voluntary blood donation programme as part of the All African Service, an annual outreach of the church, in partnership with […]

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Infection

Washington State Health names milkshakes as source of deadly Listeriosis outbreak

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20
Aug

The mortality rate hit 50 percent, with three deaths out of six Listeriosis illnesses in a recent Washington State outbreak blamed on milkshakes. The Washington State Health Department reports that between February 27 and July 22, 2023, six Washington State residents (five from Pierce County and one from Thurston County) developed severe illness due to […]

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Blood

​Diabetes: Why does blood sugar level fluctuate in the morning?​ | The Times of India

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20
Aug

“Additionally, cortisol, which naturally peaks in the early morning, can contribute to insulin resistance, potentially causing higher blood sugar readings. For some individuals, there may be a delay in the insulin response to meals consumed the previous evening, further contributing to elevated morning blood sugar levels,” he explains.

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