Experts say warm waters are increasing the occurrence of vibrio bacteria in raw oysters as cases have been reported in multiple states this summer. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Health officials in Mecklenburg County and North Carolina issued a warning about bacterial infections after a person got sick from eating raw oysters at a Charlotte bar. According […]
In a recent review published in Frontiers in Medicine, a group of authors explored the impact of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) on thymus (T) cell activation, autoimmune disorders, endothelial dysfunction, and vascular impairments. Study: Endothelial dysfunction in autoimmune, pulmonary, and kidney systems, and exercise tolerance following SARS-CoV-2 infection. Image Credit: JuanGaertner/Shutterstock.com Background The coronavirus […]
New Jersey, United States – Verified Market Research recently released a research report titled “Global Cardiovascular Disease Monitoring And Diagnostic Devices Market Insight, Forecast To 2030,” which assesses various factors influencing its trajectory. The report presents a high-quality, accurate, and comprehensive research study to provide players with valuable insights for making strategic business decisions. The research […]
A fungus (C. neoformans) grown in three conditions: untreated, treated with a sub-lethal dose of the fatty acid synthase inhibitor NPD6433, and treated with a fluconazole. The number and virulence of fungi were reduced with NPD6433 treatment. Credit: RIKEN Researchers at the RIKEN Center for Sustainable Research Science (CSRS) and the University of Toronto have […]
Last week, in a major policy change, the WHO included three fixed dose combinations of cardiovascular medicines or polypills on its revised Model Lists of Essential Medicines (EML) 2023 for use in primary and secondary prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases. The WHO Expert Committee on Selection and Use of Essential Medicines noted the evidence from […]
“Limiting alcohol intake is advised, and avoiding it is even better,” a study author said. Even one drink a day may be enough to raise blood pressure levels as you age, a new research analysis says. The study published Monday in the American Heart Association’s journal Hypertension found people who routinely drink alcohol — even […]
CINCINNATI (July 27, 2023) – Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati, and Major League Soccer’s two Ohio clubs, FC Cincinnati and the Columbus Crew, are launching the first Hell is Real Blood Drive competition. The drive will take place from August 1-25 and will see which club’s supporters can donate more blood to help those in […]
The soaring fame of GLP-1 agonists, like Ozempic, developed to assist individuals in managing Type 2 diabetes and obesity, has garnered attention in the media due to its side effect of weight loss, catching the interest of celebrities and influencers. However, this surge in popularity has also led to questions concerning the potential impact of […]
Sickle cell disease is debilitating. Due to faulty genetic code, red blood cells morph from round and plump into jagged monstrosities that scrape and puncture blood vessels. Over time symptoms build up, eventually damaging major organs like the liver, heart, and kidneys. The disease was incurable—until gene editing came along. In 2020, a breakthrough technology […]
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