Does Donald Trump ever visit Queens, the land of his youth? If he did, he would presumably be horrified. According to the census, Queens is the most racially and ethnically diverse county in the continental United States; it’s hard to think of a nationality or culture that isn’t represented there. Immigrants are almost half the […]
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(Photo Illustration/MetroCreative) PARKERSBURG — The American Red Cross is encouraging people to add a new tradition to their holiday repertoire — donating blood. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the release of the classic Christmas movie “Elf,” people who donate blood through Nov. 30 will receive a pair of “Elf” and Red Cross socks, while […]
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Central NY man found dead in bathtub after police get call of blood leaking through ceiling; man charged
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Utica, N.Y. — Police in Utica made a gruesome discovery this weekend after a neighbor reported blood leaking through a ceiling. They found a 26-year-old man shot and stabbed to death in a bathtub. They also were greeted by a man covered in blood, according to Utica police spokesperson Lt. Matthew Curley. The man — […]
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A new strategy emphasizing a team-based care approach was found to more significantly lower blood pressure for low-income hypertension patients, compared to the usual care approach. (Photo by iStock) Uncontrolled hypertension, the leading preventable risk factor for cardiovascular disease and premature deaths worldwide, disproportionately affects low-income populations. Now, a new strategy that trains healthcare providers […]
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Consuming less sodium (salt) can help reduce blood pressure as well as medication, a study suggests. High blood pressure can lead to heart attack or stroke, and you may not know you have it. Reducing sodium by eating fewer processed foods can be helpful even if you’re otherwise healthy. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for […]
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‘You’re absolutely powerless:’ How blood donations can make all the difference for those living with sickle cell disease
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Blood donations are critical and really do make all the difference for those living with diseases like sickle cell.Sickle cell disease is a blood disorder that affects how oxygen is carried through the body. Giving blood could mean life or death for patients living with the disease.Like most 11-year-olds, Trevon Robertson loves to play and […]
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MISSOULA, Mont. — Blood donations often decline during the holiday season, and The American Red Cross is accepting donations across Montana. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the film “Elf,” people who donate between Nov. 10 and Nov. 30 will get a free pair of “Elf” and Red Cross socks. Donors can book an […]
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Credit: Unsplash Reducing sodium in diet to 4,000 mg/day significantly lowers blood pressure after 1 week, a new study found. This was the case for 70% of adults, aged 50 – 75 years old. The findings were presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 11, 2023. “High blood […]
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2023 marks the Kentucky Blood Center’s 36th annual Big Blue Crush. The week-long, collaborative event will run from November 13 to 17. Officials said the goal is to receive around 400 donations each day during the event to aid the center in keeping a healthy supply. Eric Lindsey, Director of Media and Branding for the […]