HEALTH 3 days ago Sepsis a top killer behind heart disease, cancer in US: What to know, how to avoid the condition As Sepsis Awareness Month kicks off, medical experts share the symptoms, risks and prevention tips for the condition, which can occur as a complication of an infection.
HEALTH 4 days ago New surgical technology can ‘light up’ bacteria in wounds, helping to prevent infections A new medical technology that uses fluorescent light has shown to be effective in eliminating missed bacteria, according to new research led by University of Southern California, Los Angeles (USC).
Rare Diseases 5 days ago Father created a drug to save his son from a rare disease, now other families are desperate to get it When his infant son was diagnosed with a rare, fatal disease, a Canadian father was dismayed to discover there was no treatment or cure — and so he set out to make one himself.
Rare Diseases August 30 Mother frantic to save clinical trial that could cure her daughter: ‘The treatment is sitting in a fridge' A rare, fatal disease called SPG50 affects fewer than 100 people in the world — and one of them is Naomi Lockard, a 3-year-old in Colorado. Her mother is desperate to raise funds to save her life.
Obesity August 29 Obesity makes people more likely to catch COVID, study suggests: ‘Indisputable relationship’ Patients with obesity were found to have a 34% higher risk of contracting SARS-CoV-2 compared to non-obese people, researchers found. Doctors discuss why a higher BMI makes people more susceptible.
Tennessee August 28 Tennessee woman awarded $3.45M after she was disfigured by 'unnecessary' surgery A Tennessee woman won a $3.45 million lawsuit after she was left with a "permanent" disfigurement from a surgery to remove cells a a doctor incorrectly believed had cancer.
HEALTH August 27 People with brain aneurysms at higher risk of some mental health disorders, study finds People who have been diagnosed with a brain aneurysm may be more susceptible to certain mental health conditions, according to a study published by the American Heart Association.
HEALTH August 26 Alzheimer’s and other dementia diagnoses can vary by zip code, new study finds Where you live could determine the likelihood of getting a dementia diagnosis, a new study suggests. Researchers and Alzheimer's experts offered insights on the findings.
HEALTH August 25 Is mpox the next COVID? Infectious disease experts address pandemic potential As mpox (formerly monkeypox) has been declared a global public health emergency, some may wonder whether the virus poses a risk of a COVID-like pandemic. Here's what to know.
LIFESTYLE August 24 Maximize hair growth with these oils that can easily be added to your daily self-care routine If you have always wanted long, luxurious hair, but aren't getting the results you desire, consider trying oils such as pumpkin or rosemary, which have been thought to promote hair growth.
