Seroprevalence of leptospirosis among blood donors in an endemic area

Abstract Thailand is known to be endemic for leptospirosis. This bacterium may pose a potential risk to transfusion safety. This study was a cross-sectional study examining the seroprevalence of leptospirosis among Thai blood donors. A total of 1053 serum specimens collected from blood donors residing in 5 regions of Thailand during March to September 2020 […]

Blood Pressure Monitors Market Size to Surpass USD 3.10 Billion in 2030, exhibiting a CAGR of 8.8%

Pune, India, July 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The global blood pressure monitors market size was valued at USD 1.60 billion in 2022. The market is projected to grow from USD 1.73 billion in 2023 to USD 3.10 billion by 2030, exhibiting a CAGR of 8.8% during the forecast period. Blood pressure (BP) variations or […]

Blood Coagulation Analyzers Market set to Reach US$ 5,680.7 Million by 2033 on the back of Rising Coagulation Disorders Globally | Future Market Insights, Inc.

NEWARK, Del, July 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Blood Coagulation Analyzers Market refers to the medical devices and instruments designed to assess and monitor the coagulation process of blood. These analyzers play a crucial role in diagnosing and managing various bleeding and clotting disorders. By providing accurate and timely results, blood coagulation analyzers assist healthcare […]

Georgia resident dies after exposure to brain-eating amoeba, making it the 2nd death from the infection announced this week

A Georgia resident died from an infection caused by a brain-eating amoeba.  The Georgia Department of Public Health said it was most likely a result of a swim at a freshwater lake or pond. Earlier this week, a two-year-old boy died as a result of an infection. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! […]

Swimmer dies from rare brain-eating infection

A resident from the US state of Georgia who was likely infected while swimming in a freshwater lake or pond has died from a rare brain eating amoeba infection, the Georgia Department of Public Health said. “A Georgia resident has died from Naegleria fowleri infection, a rare infection which destroys brain tissue, causing brain swelling […]

New Studies Show Daily Prune Consumption Supports Cardiovascular Health in Aging Population

A pair of new studies presented as abstracts at the American Society of Nutrition (ASN) annual meeting report that daily prune consumption has promising effects on several biomarkers related to cardiovascular health. Conducted in postmenopausal women and men 55 years and older, the studies reveal: In men, long-term prune consumption improved HDL cholesterol and the total cholesterol […]

Lagos confirms six cases of anthrax disease, burns infected animals

The Lagos state government says six animals in the state have been confirmed to have anthrax disease. Anthrax is an infection caused by the spore-forming bacteria, Bacillus anthracis. It typically affects ruminants such as cows, sheep, and goats. It is a zoonotic disease — transmissible from contaminated animals to humans. Humans can get infected if […]

Blood Drive Calendar: 07/30/2023

#inform-video-player-1 .inform-embed { margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; } #inform-video-player-2 .inform-embed { margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 20px; } Versiti Blood Center of Michigan Mancelona, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p. m., July 31, Lakes of the North Association, 8151 Pineview Drive Traverse City, 12:30-4:45 p.m., Aug. 1, The Presbyterian Church- meeting room, 701 Westminster Road Lake City, 2-6:30 […]

Georgia Resident Dies From Terrifying Brain-Eating Amoeba

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Pittsburgh police arrest suspect in brutal attack on newlywed found in ‘puddle of blood’ during honeymoon

Pittsburgh police have arrested a man for the alleged brutal assault of a newlywed on his honeymoon earlier this week.  Heiko-Lamar Calhoun, 26, of Wilkinsburg, was arrested on charges of criminal attempted homicide, aggravated assault, robbery, and recklessly endangering another person.  Pittsburgh police were called to the Even Hotel at Forbes Avenue after 7 p.m. […]