Author Archives: yun
Aug
MEDINA — Frank Sargent recently reached a milestone more than 40 years in the making. He became a 25-gallon blood donor, and he’s already on his way to the next gallon. Sargent gave his first pint in 1979 after a friend invited him to participate in a blood drive that the friend’s employer was hosting. […]
A Review of Outbreak Investigations of Salmonella Infections Associated with Cashews and Cashew-Containing Food Products in the U.S. | Food Safety
Aug
Summer is the time to give back to those who need blood most in order to combat the reduction in donations that comes during these warmer months. The Armed Services Blood Program is urging donors to step up and donate blood this summer. The ASBP provides lifesaving blood products to service members, their families, retirees, […]
Aug
Red Cross broadens blood donation policy to include more gay, bisexual men Following policy changes in the spring, the American Red Cross is ready to welcome many more gay and bisexual men to donate blood. Monday started a new, more inclusive, chapter for the Red Cross as a person’s sexual orientation will no longer be a […]
Aug
Eczema is a common skin condition characterized by red, dry, and itchy patches on the skin. However, eczema encompasses various subtypes, each with its own distinct characteristics. These subtypes include: In the United States, more than 31 million people experience symptoms of eczema. While most cases can be effectively managed and treated with topical creams, […]
Aug
Quitting smoking is undoubtedly beneficial for overall health, not only reducing the risks of major health conditions but also improving various aspects of your well-being. Here are some lesser-known ways smoking can impact your skin, hair, and eyes: Quitting smoking can help mitigate these negative effects on your skin, hair, and eyes. As you quit, […]
Aug
Amid widely differing capacities of available menstrual hygiene products, a menstrual disc-;similar in shape to a diaphragm-;may be best for dealing with heavy monthly blood flow as well as indicating excessive blood loss, suggests research published online in the journal BMJ Sexual & Reproductive Health. Despite the fact that 800 million women around the globe […]