A 13-year-old girl who sued claiming there had been a delay at Cork University Hospital in diagnosing her rare genetic blood disorder has settled a High Court action for €200,000. And when the condition was finally diagnosed when she was seven years of age, it was claimed there was a failure to react and manage […]
Benjamin R. Blood December 15, 1994- November 18, 2023 Benjamin R. Blood, aged 28, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023, in Barton County. Born on December 15, 1994, in Garden City, Kansas, Ben was a proud graduate of Garden City High School in 2012. Growing up in Garden City, Ben was deeply involved in […]
Only five percent of people provide the blood and platelets needed in the United States. Dr. Liz Culler, chief medical officer for Blood Assurance, said shortages in the blood supply become critical during the holiday season. “A lot happens during the holidays,” Culler said. “There’s a greater demand for surgery — people are trying to […]
Big meals, buffets, pie — oh my! During the holidays, it can be challenging to maintain normal blood sugar levels. But have no fear, Hy-Vee dietitians are here to help with four tips for keeping blood sugar levels in check heading into the holiday season. With a strategic plan, you can both enjoy your holiday […]
MRR officials began sponsoring the blood drive in 1986 and have held it annually on the day after the road race. MANCHESTER, Conn — Join the Manchester Road Race (MRR) and American Red Cross for one of Connecticut’s largest single-day blood donations on Black Friday. The 37th Annual Ray Crothers Blood Drive will be held […]
They met at a dance in West Palm Beach in 1994. Charity, the Florida teen, born and raised in the Sunshine State, was leaving. Felix, the immigrant from the Dominican Republic, was just arriving. Somehow, Charity was convinced to stay. “We danced and got to know each other,” Charity said. The pair married in 1999, […]
Contact with healthcare providers often involves terms such as systolic, diastolic, and blood pressure. But what do these terms entail? Understanding blood pressure and the effects it has on your health is crucial. Basics of Blood Pressure Blood pressure refers to the force that your heart uses to pump blood around your body. Measured in […]
A promotional image for boy band Enhypen’s fifth EP ″Orange Blood″ [BELIFT LAB] Boy band Enhypen’s fifth EP “Orange Blood” sold over 1.87 million copies during the first week of its release, a record for the band, according to music sales tracker Hanteo Chart. “Orange Blood,” released on Nov. 17, surpassed the record of […]
If you’ve ever had your blood pressure taken, you probably have some familiarity with the numbers that come up. But what exactly do they mean and what should your blood pressure be according to your age? In this guide, we dissect the mysteries of blood pressure readings. Equip yourself with this vital health knowledge and […]
High blood pressure, commonly known as hypertension, is often dubbed the ‘silent killer’. This is because it usually does not cause notable symptoms until it severely affects vital organs in the body. In this article, we explore the six hidden yet potentially devastating effects of high blood pressure. Our aim is to raise awareness about […]