Share on PinterestNew research suggests that isometric exercises, such as wall sits, are most effective at lowering blood pressure. LeoPatrizi/Getty Images A new analysis of 270 studies investigated the benefits of various forms of exercise in lowering blood pressure and found that static isometric exercises are the most effective. All of the forms of exercise […]
WARWICK, R.I. (WPRI) — The R.I. Blood Center is bringing back its popular “Pint for a Pint” donation campaign, which encourages Rhode Islanders to roll up their sleeves in exchange for a free beer. Anyone over the age of 21 who donates a pint of blood between Aug. 1 and Sept. 10 will receive a […]
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration last week approved Beyfortus (nirsevimab-alip) for the prevention of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) lower respiratory tract disease in neonates and infants born during or entering their first RSV season, and in children up to 24 months of age who remain vulnerable to severe RSV disease through their second RSV […]
Candida auris is a globally emerging public health threat that can cause severe illness, including bloodstream, wound and respiratory infections. SEATTLE — In 2016, hospitals in New York state identified a rare and dangerous fungal infection never before found in the United States. Research laboratories quickly mobilized to review historical specimens and found the fungus […]
By Vanessa Pearce BBC News, West Midlands The relative of a man who died after being given infected blood said evidence presented by Rishi Sunak to an inquiry amounted to “platitudes”. The prime minister was heckled by bereaved families after telling the Infected Blood Inquiry the government would act as “quickly as possible” to compensate […]
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Dr. Prem Shekar – Advertisement – BURLINGTON— Nationally recognized cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Prem Shekar, Chairman of Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, will speak at the 9th Annual Health, Fitness, & Wellness Expo at Burlington Marriott Hotel in Burlington, MA, on Aug. 13, 2023. He will discuss risks, complications, and recovery […]
Morning headlines – 07/27/2023 Morning headlines – 07/27/2023 02:18 SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY — The second reported human case of the West Nile Virus infection in California is now confirmed by San Joaquin County Public Health Services. The patient, a 49-year-old man, is the first confirmed human case in San Joaquin County, with the first one […]
Health officials are reaching out to residents after an unvaccinated child in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, tested positive for measles. Investigators with the Montgomery County Office of Public Health are currently completing contact tracing with the locations the child visited as well as the child’s guardian. They are also notifying anyone who may have been in […]
A 49-year-old man who claims he suffered catastrophic injuries from a fungal infection allegedly acquired while undergoing a heart procedure at Blackrock Clinic has brought a High Court action for damages. The High Court on Thursday granted lawyers for the man an order so their engineers can inspect the theatre complexes incorporating operating theatres 4 […]