US COVID-19 deaths hit daily record as China rushes to contain outbreaks
The United States has endured its worst day of the pandemic, with three Americans dying every minute, as China took decisive steps on Wednesday to stamp out a tiny coronavirus outbreak. Global infections have soared past 91 million, and the…
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Covid new strain: New study identifies most common long Covid symptom
Matt Hancock discusses coronavirus risk to those in their 60s The pandemic has shocked and surprised health experts, governments and the general public alike. The new variant currently sweeping across the UK shows that COVID-19 – the disease caused by…
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Study: higher vaccine rates associated with indicative language by provider, more efficient
New research from Boston Medical Center finds that using clear, unambiguous language when recommending HPV vaccination both increases vaccine acceptance and increases conversation efficiency while preserving patient satisfaction. Published in Vaccine, the new research findings show that adolescents are nine…
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New process evaluates patients for elective surgeries following COVID-19
Acknowledging that COVID-19 may be here to stay, Oregon Health & Science University has laid out a series of steps to prepare patients for elective surgery following their illness. The evaluation, outlined in a commentary published in the journal Perioperative…
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I Just Hit My Head Really Hard. Should I Freak Out?
Heading the ball during a soccer game, completing a “normal” tackle in a football game, or even bumping your head as you get into the car might seem like NBD. But if you’re dizzy and a bit disoriented and hope…
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Scientists develop method to more efficiently isolate and identify rare T cells
Scientists from the Eli and Edythe Broad Center of Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research at UCLA have developed a technique that will enable researchers to more efficiently isolate and identify rare T cells that are capable of targeting viruses,…
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High cholesterol: The four physical symptoms felt on the body warning levels are too high
High cholesterol: Nutritionist reveals top prevention tips It’s vitally important everyone monitors their cholesterol levels regularly to lower the risk of heart diseases and blockages in the blood vessels. High cholesterol levels typically don’t cause any symptoms, and, in most…
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New treatment allows some people with spinal cord injury to regain hand and arm function
Almost 18,000 Americans experience traumatic spinal cord injuries every year. Many of these people are unable to use their hands and arms and can’t do everyday tasks such as eating, grooming or drinking water without help. Using physical therapy combined…
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The Truth About Flu Season During The COVID-19 Pandemic
As the COVID-19 pandemic raged throughout the last 12 months, we were warned not to forget that cold and flu season was coming in hot and, in spite of the fact that there was already a deadly virus to contend…
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Higher live birth rates found after transferring fresh rather than frozen embryos
For women hoping to achieve a pregnancy using freshly retrieved donor eggs, a new retrospective study led by researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital may provide important insight. Brigham senior author Janis H. Fox, MD, had observed that when freshly…
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