Category Archives: Congenital disorders

FDA Approves Preventative Therapy for Respiratory Syncytial Virus in Infants and Toddlers

The new drug may help vulnerable children resist RSV in the coming fall and winter season. On July 17, 2023, FDA approved nirsevimab-alip for newborns and infants born during or entering their first season of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), and children up to 24 months during their second RSV season who are vulnerable to severe […]

Induction of labour at 39 weeks and adverse outcomes in low-risk pregnancies according to ethnicity, socioeconomic deprivation, and parity: A national cohort study in England

Abstract Background Ethnic and socioeconomic inequalities in obstetric outcomes are well established. However, the role of induction of labour (IOL) to reduce these inequalities is controversial, in part due to insufficient evidence. This national cohort study aimed to identify adverse perinatal outcomes associated with IOL with birth at 39 weeks of gestation (“IOL group”) compared […]

Use of Antipsoriatic Biologics Is Safe During Conception and Pregnancy

Biologic therapy for psoriasis shortly before and during pregnancy appears to be safe and is not associated with an increased risk for miscarriage, abortion, or congenital malformations, according to study results published in the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology. Investigators aimed to examine the effects of biologics on pregnancy outcomes in […]

Hotel Intel: Therapy dolphins, total accessibility mark this resort duo in Curaçao

Breadcrumb Trail Links Travel “Having fun is paramount, but it’s also a very intense, very personalized program.” Author of the article: Rochelle Lash  •  Special to the Montreal Gazette Published Jul 20, 2023  •  Last updated 6 minutes ago  •  4 minute read Join the conversation Patients with special needs can frolic with new friends at […]

The common medical conditions that can stop you joining the Army

JOINING the Army is a dream for many — but some medical conditions can stop you being accepted. From ear problems to heart disease, certain issues can prevent you from being an effective soldier. Medical conditions including heart disease and ear problems could stop you joining the armyCredit: Getty All prospective soldiers have to state […]

EXPLAINER: What is anosmia and is there a cure?

In a resurfaced interview with news anchor Karen Davila, actress Andrea Brillantes has once again become the talk of the town on social media. The interview, which was originally uploaded on July 9, 2022, delved into Andrea’s Congenital Anosmia—a condition that renders her inability to smell.  During the candid conversation, Karen asked Andrea directly about […]

Structural Heart Devices Market Size, Expected to Witness the Highest Revenue Growth Over Forecast Period From 2023 to 2031

Global Structural Heart Devices Market is valued approximately USD 5.87 billion in 2021 and is anticipated to grow with a healthy growth rate of more than 9.15% over the forecast period 2022-2028. The high prevalence of the target condition is the primary market driver. Almost 60 million people in the United States have structural heart […]