Follow us on Telegram for the latest updates: t.me/mothershipsg A 61-year-old man died from what is believed to be a combination of a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) and Covid-19 respiratory tract infection last year, an investigation found. The Singaporean man, Koh Choon Lim, died in hospital on Jul. 29, 2022, two days after he took […]

The emergence and rapid spread of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) lead to a global pandemic known as the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Some factors associated with a high risk of severe COVID-19 are age, physical activity (PA), and sex. Several studies have linked moderate to vigorous PA (MVPA) with a lower risk of […]

To help countries better prepare for future pandemics, WHO launched a new initiative today that provides guidance on integrated planning for responding to any respiratory pathogen such as influenza or coronaviruses. The new Preparedness and Resilience for Emerging Threats Initiative, or PRET, incorporates the latest tools and approaches for shared learning and collective action established […]

In a recent study published in JAMA Health Forum Journal, researchers evaluated the relationship between the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) relief programs and the mitigation of household food insecurities among families with young children and difficulty paying rent, and discrepancies in the receipt of the programs. Study: Association Between Material Hardship in Families With Young Children […]

As per studies, cough is so susceptible to the placebo effect with one review reporting that up to 85 per cent of their efficacy is based on this effect and not achieved as a result of the active ingredients it is made of. Researchers have found it tough to differentiate whether cough severity reduces due […]

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has caused unprecedented morbidity and mortality across the globe. However, the influence of COVID-19 mitigation strategies such as social distancing, facemask use, hygiene and sanitation campaigns, and severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) testing on pediatric deaths has not been well-characterized. In a recent study published on the medRxiv* […]

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Allergic Reaction To Lianhua Qingwen May Have Killed Covid-19 Patient The allergic reaction that killed a Covid-19 patient may have been caused by some Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) pills. The 61-year-old man had reportedly taken some Lianhua Qingwen pills after he tested positive. According to Channel NewsAsia (CNA), Koh Choon Lim died in Tan Tock […]

PRESS RELEASE Published April 26, 2023 DelveInsight’s, “COVID-19 Pipeline Insight 2023” report provides comprehensive insights about 400+ companies and 400+ pipeline drugs in COVID-19 pipeline landscape. It covers the COVID-19 pipeline drug profiles, including COVID-19 clinical trials and nonclinical stage products. It also covers the COVID-19 therapeutics assessment by product type, stage, route of administration, […]

At least 3,463 active cases are reported in the State including those in home isolation. Chennai recorded the highest with 91 new cases, followed by Coimbatore with 54 cases. Salem had 36 cases, Chengalpattu 28 cases, Tirupur 26 cases and Kanniyakumari had 24 cases. Other districts reported less than 20 new cases. TN’s test positivity […]

Sharon Osbourne recently provided an update on the current condition of her husband, Ozzy Osbourne, who has been ailing for some time. She revealed that watching him suffer is a painful experience for her. The Prince of Darkness has faced various health issues over the years since he was first diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. However, […]

HMP Brixton In Lambeth (photo: Google Street View) A prisoner died of Covid after refusing to let healthcare staff at a South London jail check him when he tested positive for the virus. Bradley Sayers died at King’s College Hospital in March 2021, two months after falling ill with the disease at Brixton Prison. A […]

Thursday, 27 April 2023, 9:47 amPress Release: Asthma and Respiratory Foundation of New Zealand New Zealanders need to be more aware of indoor air quality and its impact on health, particularly over winter, caution the Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ, the Indoor Air Quality Research Centre of New Zealand (IAQRC) and NIWA. “Many people don’t […]

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a hereditary disease that affects the respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. The genetic mutation that drives CF causes a protein to become faulty, leading to issues with the areas of the body that create mucus and sweat, including cells, tissues, and glands. CF is most commonly found in children by the […]

The feeling of being out of breath often presents itself when people are exerting a lot of physical effort. If one is winded or having trouble catching his or her breath at other times, that may be indicative of a health problem like asthma. Rates of asthma in the United States have been climbing steadily […]

New Zealanders need to be more aware of indoor air quality and its impact on health, particularly over winter, caution the Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ, the Indoor Air Quality Research Centre of New Zealand (IAQRC) and NIWA. “Many people don’t realise that on average we spend 85-90% of our time indoors. So, the quality […]

Dr. Weyman Lam, an allergy and immunology specialist with Warren Clinic, answers common questions regarding seasonal and other allergies. The discussion covers topics like treatment options, whether allergies are really worse in Tulsa than elsewhere in the U.S. and more. Watch or read the interview below. Q: Many families may be dealing with seasonal allergies […]

Asthma and sinusitis are two common conditions that a person may experience at the same time. Sinusitis can trigger asthma, and a person with asthma may be more likely to develop sinusitis. Typically, a person with severe asthma could have a higher risk of sinusitis. This article discusses the link between asthma and sinusitis, treatments […]

Parkash Singh Badal, was admitted to a hospital in the city on April 16 with “acute exacerbation of bronchial asthma“. (File News18 Photo) Parkash Singh Badal had been admitted to the hospital on April 16 due to a worsening of his bronchial asthma, know more about the condition Parkash Singh Badal, the patriarch of the […]

A total of 421 persons tested positive for COVID-19 in Tamil Nadu on Wednesday. Chennai reported 91 cases, while there were 54 in Coimbatore and 36 in Salem. An 89-year-old man succumbed to the infection. The octogenarian from Erode was admitted to the Government Headquarters Hospital, Erode on April 20 with complaints of fever, cough […]

















