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12Jul

Washington University scientists build rapid COVID detector

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Scientists in St. Louis have developed a device they say can detect coronavirus particles in the air within minutes. Engineers and neurologists at Washington University developed the microwave-sized machine during the pandemic. A study released this week in the journal Nature Communications shows the monitor works as well or better than existing detectors, and unlike […]

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12Jul

Managing symptoms and improving well-being

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First Published Jul 12, 2023, 4:09 PM IST Living with asthma requires careful management and lifestyle adjustments to maintain optimal health and well-being. Remember, each person’s asthma is unique, so it’s important to work closely with your healthcare provider to develop a personalized approach to managing your condition. By following certain health tips and maintaining […]

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12Jul

Brit School event gets ventilator appeal on its way to target

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A five-year-old boy from Coulsdon has inspired supporters to raise £17,000 at a special event to fund ventilators that will help save the lives of children across Croydon. Breathe easy: hospital staff at Mayday have got behind the Little Breaths campaign Mason Mole was just 18 months old and fighting for his life after a […]

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12Jul

Child, 11, dies with influenza on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast

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A Queensland child has died with the flu, with the state’s Chief Health Officer John Gerrard issuing an impassioned plea for people to get vaccinated. The ABC understands the 11-year-old died last week in the Sunshine Coast University Hospital after contracting influenza. It comes after a teenage girl died of influenza B on the New South Wales Central Coast. […]

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12Jul

Pulmonary rehabilitation patient decision aid in COPD

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Introduction The healthcare system needs to rapidly reform the delivery of healthcare services, following the outbreak of novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).1 Telemedicine has become an important means of ensuring patients’ access to contactless healthcare services during the COVID-19 pandemic.2 The older population with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is at high risk of susceptibility […]

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12Jul

Guide for asthma patients to survive this monsoon

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Guide for asthma patients to survive this monsoon Lifestyle July 12, 2023 | 07:20 am 2 min read Breathe easy during monsoon with these tips During monsoon, people with asthma face an increased risk due to various harmful bacteria and viruses floating in the air. Rainfall promotes the growth of plants, resulting in a higher […]

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12Jul

Co-infection: H5N1 avian influenza and SARS-CoV-2 lead to pneumonia

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Researchers have identified a rare case of co-infection involving H5N1 avian influenza and the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), resulting in severe pneumonia. This discovery sheds light on simultaneous respiratory virus infections and underscores the importance of accurate diagnosis and timely treatment.  The case involves a 52-year-old woman from China who retired to […]

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11Jul

Why You’re Wheezing When Breathing (And When To Be Concerned)

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Typically wheezing that comes with a cold or upper respiratory infection will go away when you start feeling better (per Houston Methodist Hospital). If you suddenly notice wheezing that isn’t caused by allergies or asthma, your doctor might need to check your lungs particularly if it persists for a while. What also might be concerning is […]

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11Jul

In Acute Brain Injury, Protective Ventilation Strategies May Not Affect Outcomes

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In patients with acute brain injury receiving invasive mechanical ventilation (MV), use of low tidal volume (Vt) and/or moderate-to-high positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP) does not improve mortality or the incidence of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), according to systematic review and meta-analysis findings published in Critical Care. Patients with brain injury who develop respiratory […]

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11Jul

Columbia researchers develop first fully organic bioelectronic device

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As researchers make major advances in medical care, they are also discovering that the efficacy of these treatments can be enhanced by individualized approaches. Therefore, clinicians increasingly need methods that can both continuously monitor physiological signals and then personalize responsive delivery of therapeutics. Need for safe, flexible bioelectronic devices Implanted bioelectronic devices are playing a […]

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11Jul

Health emergency declared amidst rise in Guillain-Barre syndrome cases

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In recent updates, the Peruvian government has responded promptly by declaring a nationwide emergency lasting 90 days due to a notable increase in Guillain-Barre Syndrome, an uncommon neurological disorder. With the surge in cases and unfortunate fatalities, it becomes crucial to gain a comprehensive understanding of the condition. In this article, let’s get to know […]

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11Jul

Elevated pollen levels in rainy season flare up asthma cases

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Pune: City doctors cite elevated pollen levels during rainy season as cause for reported rise in asthma cases. They have also observed aggravated symptoms amongst existing asthma patients. Doctors said rains raise chances of respiratory infection that could trigger an asthma attack. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC) Doctors said rains raise chances of respiratory infection that could trigger […]

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11Jul

Mum’s warning as newborn’s lungs collapse from common virus

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Katherine Kieran feared her newborn baby, Hazel, would die as a result of contracting respiratory syncytial virus — so she is now warning other parents to protect their families from the common illness. The number of RSV cases — which puts about 12,000 babies in hospital each year — is already more than seven times […]

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11Jul

Central Coast high school student dies after catching influenza B

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A teenage girl from the New South Wales Central Coast has died after contracting influenza B as cases continue to rise across the state. Key points: A young person has died in NSW after contracting influenza B It comes as hospitals record a rise in admissions Health authorities are calling for parents to vaccinate their children […]

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11Jul

Could neutralizing SARS-CoV-2 monoclonal antibodies pre-exposure prophylaxis be cost-effective in a population at risk for severe COVID-19?

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A recent study published in JAMA Network Open evaluated the cost-effectiveness of monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Study: Health Outcomes and Cost-effectiveness of Monoclonal SARS-CoV-2 Antibodies as Pre-exposure Prophylaxis. Image Credit: Corona Borealis Studio/Shutterstock.com Background Mass severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) vaccination campaigns have decreased the […]

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11Jul

Can Immunomodulators Reduce Recovery Time in Patients Hospitalized With COVID-19 Pneumonia?

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It has long been understood that COVID-19 causes an extreme inflammatory response, dysregulating cytokine and chemokine networks. Despite significant advances in anti-inflammatory treatments, there are still significant morbidities and mortalities among COVID-19 patients. A new study, published in JAMA, sought to evaluate multiple immune modulators plus standard care in patients hospitalized with COVID-19. “Medications disrupting […]

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11Jul

Photon-counting CT protocol shows promise for lung imaging

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New CT technology allows for a comprehensive, simultaneous evaluation of lung structure and function, something not possible with standard CT, according to a study published in Radiology, a journal of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). Chest CT is the imaging method of choice for analyzing lung disease and tracking changes over time. However, […]

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11Jul

“I didn’t want to leave before my time” | News | News & Media

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11 July 2023 A respiratory physiologist at the Royal Free Hospital (RFH) has praised her incredible colleagues for inspiring her to get back to work after she suffered from long covid. Luvis Barbarcena, who was admitted to the RFH in January 2021 with COVID-19, said it was thanks to the encouragement of staff that she […]

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11Jul

As COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendations Continue to Evolve, So Does Misinformation

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Following regulatory action by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its recommendations regarding COVID-19 vaccination, providing more flexibility and additional options for protection among individuals at increased risk for severe disease.1 The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) discussed these changes at length, reinforcing their […]

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11Jul

Metformin May Prevent Long COVID, Trial Finds

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David Liebovitz, MD, associate professor of Medicine in the Division of General Internal Medicine and of Preventive Medicine in the Division of Health and Biomedical Informatics, was a co-author of the trial published in The Lancet Infectious Diseases. Metformin, a drug commonly used to treat diabetes, may prevent the development of “long COVID,” according to […]

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