Category Archives: Blood

Blood-Soaked ChatGPT Announces Sam Altman No Longer CEO or ‘A Problem’

SAN FRANCISCO — In a shocking and openly hostile press release, ChatGPT, the AI developed by OpenAI, announced that Sam Altman is no longer the CEO and, more ominously, “no longer a problem.” The announcement, strangely formatted in crimson font and accompanied by what appeared to be digital blood splatters, has raised alarms inside the […]

Blood Tests as Alternative to Colonoscopy?

Columbia University Irving Medical Center Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States. It’s also one of the most preventable cancers due to the availability of robust screening tools. Yet nearly 40% of Americans opt out of such screening. A new analysis, led by Columbia medical student Zainab Aziz […]

Decreasing daily salt intake by 1 teaspoon has same impact as blood pressure medication, study finds

A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests reducing salt consumption by one teaspoon per day has the same impact as blood pressure medication. The average American consumes nearly twice the recommended daily sodium intake, according to the FDA. These dietary habits contribute to hypertension, or high blood pressure, in an […]

Twins With Rare Disorder Saved by In Utero Blood Transfusion: ‘So Beautiful Seeing Them From Where They Were’

Two newborn twins who were at risk of dying of heart failure in utero have been saved by a team of doctors in Australia. Marni Cochrane had been trying for years to start a family and was finally pregnant with twins when she was told her children had developed Twin Anaemia Polycythaemia Sequence, or TAPS, […]

If You’re Having Trouble Sleeping, It May Be Time To Check Your Blood Pressure

Key Takeaways A new study shows that insufficient sleep is linked to hypertension in women. Three months of consistent sleep issues is considered insomnia. Improving sleep habit may help ward off potential health issues like obesity, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease. It’s tough to carve out time to get enough sleep, but prioritizing rest seems more […]

Hypertension: Novel drug helped lower blood pressure for 6 month

Share on PinterestAdhering to high blood pressure medication is important to lower the risks associated with uncontrolled hypertension. A novel drug being studied may lead to clues for developing safe medications with longer-lasting effects. Jovana Milanko/Stocksy An investigational drug called zilebesiran has been found to be safe and effective in reducing systolic blood pressure in […]

Expanding Your Horizons organizers reorganize, seek new blood

(Press Staff Photo by Juno Ogle)Andrea Kennedy, left, and Corrina Beaven, metallurgists with Freeport-McMoRan, show girls at the Southwest New Mexico STEM Roadshow the flotation process of extracting copper during one of the workshops offered Saturday at Western New Mexico University. By JUNO OGLEDaily Press StaffA program promoting STEM — science, technology, engineering and mathematics […]

Gobble up this free turkey or ham offer by donating blood

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – With Thanksgiving next week, Shepeard Community Blood Center is offering a free turkey or ham for donors through Nov. 22. The certificate is good for any ham or turkey product up to $15 for those who donate blood with Shepeard. The voucher can be used at any store that accepts manufacturers’ […]