The path toward becoming cardiologists has been a strange one for cousins Dr. Matthew Durkin and Dr. Brian Henstenburg. Despite having a father and uncle who are cardiologists — or perhaps because of this — Durkin said for most of his life, cardiology wasn’t his dream career. At one point, he said, he wanted to […]
The lights above washing the hospital corridor with a dim glow, a frantic Jenpu Rongmei rushed to see his 12-year-old nephew Nina, who had been admitted the night before with fever and body ache. He was too late. The young boy had succumbed to dengue, a neglected tropical disease that was entirely alien to the […]
Hamas militants on Saturday released 17 hostages, including 13 Israelis, from captivity in the Gaza Strip, while Israel freed 39 Palestinian prisoners in the latest stage of a four-day cease-fire. The late-night exchange was held up for several hours after Hamas accused Israel of violating the agreement. The delay underscored the fragility of the cease-fire, […]
by Ida Harris November 25, 2023 Denene Millner is a veteran author who has written and collaborated on 31 critically acclaimed and bestselling books New York Times Bestselling author Denene Millner is a consummate professional. It is evident in the 31 books she’s written to date, and the many books she’s published under her children’s […]
As winter sets in, managing diabetes takes on added significance. The colder months present unique challenges, demanding a strategic approach to maintain stable blood sugar levels. Emphasize a personalized meal plan rich in low-fat, low-glycemic index foods, favouring whole grains and lean proteins. Prioritize self-care and enjoy the season while safeguarding your well-being. The combination […]
Approximately 30% to 60% of the general surgical population is commonly affected by preoperative anemia. This form of anemia is associated with an increased risk of postoperative morbidity, prolonged hospital stay, and impaired recovery.[1] In colorectal cancer, anemia is more prevalent, affecting between 60% and 80% of patients. As many as 40% of non-anemic patients […]
Ti Gong Nearly 100 expatriates living in Shanghai donated blood in a community blood drive on Saturday. Ti Gong Donors are from some 20 countries. Nearly 100 expatriates from some 20 countries donated 24 liters of whole blood and 5 units of platelet at the Shanghai Blood Center during the “Guardian Angles” Community Blood Drive […]
Understanding Different Types Of Haematological Malignancies Haematological malignancies, commonly known as blood cancers, encompass a diverse group of diseases affecting the blood, bone marrow and lymphatic system. Cleveland Clinic defines blood cancer as “Blood cancer affects how your body produces blood cells and how well those cells work. Most blood cancers start in your bone […]
Ohio State University has won one blood battle, and hopes to win another one Saturday on the gridiron. Ohio State won the 42nd annual Battle of the Blood donation drive over the University of Michigan, beating the Wolverines for the second year in a row while providing more than 1,700 pints of life-saving blood for […]
ByParmita Uniyal, New Delhi Nov 25, 2023 04:04 PM IST Share Via Copy Link More than a billion people around the world are likely to suffer from disorders of muscles, bones, joints by 2050. Here’re lifestyle measures that can help. Bone and muscle disorders are on alarming rise and in the coming three decades, the […]