Infection

Dynamics of iron metabolism in patients with bloodstream infections: a time-course clinical study

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05
Nov

Abstract The close relationship between infectious diseases and iron metabolism is well known, but a more detailed understanding based on current knowledge may provide new insights into the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases, considering the growing threat of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. This study investigated adult patients with bloodstream infections, temporal changes, and relationships between blood […]

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An FcRn-targeted mucosal vaccine against SARS-CoV-2 infection and transmission

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05
Nov

Abstract SARS-CoV-2 is primarily transmitted through droplets and airborne aerosols, and in order to prevent infection and reduce viral spread vaccines should elicit protective immunity in the airways. The neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) transfers IgG across epithelial barriers and can enhance mucosal delivery of antigens. Here we explore FcRn-mediated respiratory delivery of SARS-CoV-2 spike (S). […]

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Sero-prevalence of syphilis infection among people living with HIV in Sierra Leone: a cross-sectional nationwide hospital-based study

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05
Nov

Global progress report on HIV, viral hepatitis and other sexually transmitted infections. (2021). Available at: https://www.who.int/data/gho/data/themes/topics/data-on-syphilis. (Accessed 2 June 2023). Newman L, Kamb M, Hawkes S, Gomez G, Say L, Seuc A, Broutet N. Global estimates of Syphilis in pregnancy and associated adverse outcomes: analysis of multinational antenatal surveillance data. PLoS Med. 2013;10(2):e1001396. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmed.1001396. Epub […]

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Blood

Health Report: Using genetics to find the cause of blood cancer

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05
Nov

About every three minutes, someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with blood cancer. Every nine minutes, someone dies from it. Now, researchers are trying to determine what causes certain mutated genes to replicate out of control and trigger blood cancer. Phil Pfeffer is a 78-year-old entrepreneur and philanthropist. Lately, Phil had debilitating fatigue. Your Health: […]

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Experts warn Hongkongers to prepare for winter rise in flu, Covid cases

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05
Nov

As Hong Kong steps into winter, Tony Ko Pat-sing, the Hospital Authority chief executive, warned residents to prepare for a rise in flu cases. This is the first winter without a mandatory mask-wearing policy since the Covid-19 pandemic began, and people’s immunity has weakened. Ko said he expected a high number of influenza – also […]

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Blood

Rock River Valley Blood Center teams up with local veterans organization for blood drive

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05
Nov

ROCKFORD, Ill. — A local veterans nonprofit partners with the Rock River Valley Blood Center (RRVBC) for upcoming blood drives. As Veteran’s Day approaches, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) invites Stateline communities to help those those who gave their all. Celebrating veterans, the VFW and RRVBC will host multiple donation drives from Nov. 8 […]

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Community unites to host blood drive to help baby with rare blood disorder

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05
Nov

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — A blood donation drive was held on Saturday afternoon to help a one year-old baby battling a rare blood disorder. Christopher Parent, Commander at Veterans of Foreign Wars post 9095 in Little Rock, said they wanted to do something to help the community and were able to get in touch with […]

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Blood Drive Calendar: 11/05/2023

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05
Nov

#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 Cadillac, 2:15-6:30 p.m., Nov. 6, LifeHouse Assembly of God Fellowship Hall, 1120 W. Division St. Bear Lake, 2:15-6:30 p.m., Nov. 7, United Methodist Church Community Room, 7861 Main St. Kalkaska, 8:15 a.m. to 2 […]

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A blood-hungry tick is invading Ohio leaving cows dead in its wake

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05
Nov

Researchers from The Ohio State University are currently working on monitoring and controlling Asian longhorned ticks, after encountering the first known established population of these parasites in the state. The consequences of the exotic species’ arrival have thus far been devastating: three cows died from what experts suspect to be serious blood loss during an […]

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8 Natural Alternatives to Metformin for Effective Blood Sugar Management

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05
Nov

Metformin is a commonly prescribed medication for managing blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes. However, some individuals may seek natural alternatives to Metformin due to potential side effects or personal preferences. Fortunately, there are several natural alternatives available that can effectively help manage blood sugar. In this article, we will explore eight such alternatives […]

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