The CQC has called for improvements to maternity services at South Tees NHS Foundation Trust due to serious staff shortages causing the closure of the midwifery-led birthing unit at Friarage Hospital in Northallerton. Both the Friarage Hospital unit and the main maternity services at James Cook University Hospital need overall improvement, especially in leadership, and…
Clinician-scientists from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago were part of a diverse group tasked with developing new data-based criteria for pediatric sepsis by the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM). The Phoenix criteria follow a paradigm shift to define sepsis as a severe response to an infection involving organ dysfunction, rather…
Cancer is still a leading cause of death globally, with an estimated 20 million new cases and 10 million deaths each year. Immunotherapy has shown promise in treating previously untreatable cancers, but faces challenges. A key challenge is the lack of accurate preclinical models that mimic human immunity. To address this, the COST Action IMMUNO-model…
Kim Lewis, a single mom who was initially too busy to prioritize her own health, learned the hard way about the importance of being proactive with her health. Diagnosed with heart failure at 32, she was given 5 years to live. Determined to see her son grow up, she made drastic changes to her lifestyle,…
Media reports have been promoting ketamine as a fast and effective treatment for depression, partially due to the FDA’s approval of its cousin, esketamine. However, there are key differences between the two, including their chemical compositions, approved indications, and administration. The proliferation of ketamine clinics, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, has led to concerns about…
Castor oil has become popular in skincare and haircare routines due to its high concentration of essential fatty acids. It has a variety of uses, including moisturizing skin, hair growth, and promoting lash and brow health. AvitaPure Organic Castor Oil is a 6-in-1 kit with various uses, while Heritage Store Organic Castor Oil is versatile…
Patients with early onset Sjogren’s syndrome may not have significant dryness of the mouth. It is important to note that we use cookies for various purposes on our site, including analytics and advertising. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our use of cookies. For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy…
FDA issued new black box warning for Amgen’s osteoporosis drug Prolia due to risk of severe hypocalcemia, especially in patients with advanced kidney disease. This warning comes after studies showed increased risk compared to older osteoporosis drugs. FDA alert stemmed from review of long-term testing. To mitigate risk, FDA advises adequate calcium and vitamin D…
In 2023, the selflessness of 95 deceased and 30 living donors and their families led to 282 organ transplants in Ireland. This marked an increase from the previous year, surpassing pre-Covid levels. The majority of transplants involved kidneys, with 191 procedures, while there were also 54 liver, 24 lung, seven heart, and six pancreas transplants….
A study published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders found that tablet-based speech-generating devices (SGDs) are highly effective in improving communication skills in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The study included a meta-analysis of 31 studies involving 84 participants with ASD, primarily boys and men in early and middle childhood. The use…
