A drug-resistant fungus known as Candida auris or C. auris is rapidly spreading throughout healthcare facilities in the United States, according to a recent government study. This yeast can lead to severe illness in individuals with compromised immune systems, and the number of reported cases and positive screenings has been escalating at an alarming rate … Read more
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, scientists have been working to identify the origin of the virus. One theory is that it may have come from an animal, and a recent study suggests that raccoon dogs may have played a role in the virus’s spread. COVID-19 genome linked to raccoon dogs Raccoon dogs are … Read more
New research from the University of Alberta, it may be beneficial to let a mild fever run its course instead of immediately resorting to medication. The study observed that allowing the moderate fever to go untreated in fish facilitated faster elimination of infections, controlled inflammation, and repaired damaged tissue. Lead author and immunologist Daniel Barreda … Read more
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has cautioned about the possibility of a heat wave across the country, with temperatures anticipated to soar 3 to 5 degrees Celsius above average between March and May. A heatwave is considered fatal to the human body when the temperature becomes too high, as per the IMD. To avoid heat-related … Read more
Climate change is making allergy season worse. Rising temperatures and a longer freeze-free period mean that plants and trees produce more pollen, and for longer periods. This extended pollen season exposes people to allergens for a more extended time, increasing their chances of developing allergic reactions. In addition to the increased pollen production, climate change … Read more
A report published this Thursday by the World Health Organization (WHO) concludes that most countries are far from reducing sodium consumption by up to 30% (present mainly in salt table) among its inhabitants, the objective set by the organization for the year 2025. Excessive sodium intake raises the risk of heart disease, stroke, and premature … Read more
A high number of cases of influenza A subtype H3N2 have been reported by various parts of India in the past two months with prolonged illness and persistent cough, ICMR experts said. H3N2, which has been circulating widely for the past two to three months, causes more hospitalizations than other subtypes, the experts added. According … Read more
The scientists behind a new paper, published in the Journal of Hazardous Materials, have discovered a new disease in seabirds, caused directly by exposure to plastics. The condition, called ‘plasticosis’, represents the first case of fibrosis induced by plastic consumption in wild animals, the researchers say. Disease caused by plastic in birds Birds with the disease have … Read more
Miscarriage is a heartbreaking and often misunderstood experience that many women face throughout their reproductive lives. It is estimated that up to 25% of pregnancies end in miscarriage and it can be a difficult and emotionally overwhelming experience for those affected. In this blog post, we will look at the causes, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, … Read more
Doctors in Florida are now being instructed to warn recipients of the Covid vaccine that the vaccine could cause adverse effects, including heart attacks, Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo told the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in a letter. Among them was a massive increase in life-threatening conditions linked to vaccines, including heart attacks and … Read more
