Category Archives: Infection

Listeria outbreak kills three adults in Washington state, health department confirms

Three people have died from a listeria outbreak in the state of Washington, the Department of Health there reported on July 21. A total of five adults over 60 years of age are known to have developed “severe infections” from Listeria monocytogenes (listeriosis), including the three who died.  All five had “compromised immune systems,” the […]

New VCU Study suggests smell and taste loss no longer COVID-19 infection indicator

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — A new study led by researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University’s (VCU) School of Medicine suggests smell and taste loss are no longer reliable indicators of a COVID-19 infection. The study revealed the risk of losing one’s sense of smell and taste is as low as 6% with recent Omicron variant waves, […]

Officials: Child dies after brain-eating amoeba infection

CARSON CITY, Nev. – A Nevada boy died after contracting a deadly brain-eating amoeba while swimming in a hot spring. The Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH), is reporting the death of a Lincoln County youth from a Naegleria fowleri infection, also known as a brain-eating ameba. The Nevada Division of Public and […]

10 Tips To Keep Your Eyes Safe From Infections During Monsoon

10 Tips To Keep Your Eyes Safe From Infections During Monsoon The expert claims that during the monsoon, our eyes are especially susceptible to infections and other problems. The rainy season, also known as the monsoon season, brings relief from the scorching summer heat and rejuvenates the environment. While the rains bring joy and excitement, […]

Former Police Chief and Coach in Hoopa Battling Mysterious Infection

The former Chief of Police of the Hoopa Valley Tribe is struggling with an unknown infection that showed up several months ago, according to a friend who created a GoFundMe for Will Hostler and his family. “What was thought and hoped to be a short recovery hasn’t happened,” the site states. “On Friday, July 22 […]

3 dead in Washington state listeria cluster

Three people were dead and two others have survived after suffering severe infections from listeria in Washington state, health officials said in a report posted Friday. All the infected patients were older than 60, and each had a compromised immune system, the Washington Department of Health said in a statement Friday. They were all hospitalized, […]

Bladder Infection Symptoms: 7 Effective Remedies to Provide Relief at Home

Home Lifestyle Bladder Infection Symptoms: 7 Effective Remedies to Provide Relief at Home Suffering frequently from mild urinary infections? then, follow these few home remedies that may help give a soothing effect on the burning sensations and discomfort. Bladder Infection Symptoms: 7 Effective Remedies to Provide Relief at Home Bladder infections are the most common […]