Winter is the worst time when it comes to respiratory illnesses, like COVID, influenza (flu), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), pertussis (whooping cough), and the common cold, which are currently circulating in the Glenwood Springs community. Garfield County Public Health has advice on the subject, as many of these illnesses have similar symptoms. “Most upper respiratory […]

MADISON — Amid a notable rise in Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) cases in Wisconsin, the Department of Health Services (DHS) strongly recommends that pregnant individuals get a vaccination to safeguard their babies from the virus. As of Jan. 10, Wisconsin has experienced 1,402 hospitalizations due to RSV, with 580 cases involving children under two years […]

Spain’s Response to Increasing Respiratory Infections In response to a steady upsurge in respiratory infections, including cases of influenza A, the Spanish government has reinstated the wearing of face masks in primary care centers and hospitals. The decision, which was effective from Wednesday, January 10, 2024, was taken to alleviate the strain on the country’s […]

Resurgence of Respiratory Illnesses in the U.S. The United States is currently grappling with a significant upsurge in respiratory illnesses, including flu, RSV, and COVID-19. Particularly alarming is the second-largest surge of COVID-19 cases, which is largely attributed to the latest JN1 variant of the virus, holiday gatherings, and a decline in immunity due to […]

We have been joined by hunger with the desire to eat, or rather, the flu and COVID-19 along with colds and winter is getting complicated. Gemma Del Caño Meteored Spain 12/01/2024 14:50 6 min Let’s start by being realistic, can we differentiate each disease? Yes, we can identify the virus with a double antigen test […]

“Recent studies suggest that prophylaxis with Lacticaseibacillus species specifically can prevent the development of upper and lower RTIs in healthy subjects…Thus, modulation of the gut microbiome via probiotics is a promising strategy for prophylaxis and mitigation of Covid-19,” the researchers wrote. The Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG) is particularly encouraging given the success of Lacticaseibacillus strains in numerous in vivo studies and clinical trials in healthy subjects, they […]

BUCKHANNON, W.Va. – WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital’s Emergency Department (ED) is seeing a surge in patients with respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). As a result, physicians are encouraging those who can do so to utilize their primary care providers and telemedicine, when appropriate. “Our Emergency Department is experiencing higher than […]

A new Covid variant – known as JN.1 or “Juno” – now accounts for more than 60 per cent of all Covid infections in the UK, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). Juno was first identified in France and America, before making its way to the UK and spiking massively over the Christmas […]

A large staggered cohort study from primary care patients in the UK, Spain, and Estonia finds that COVID-19 vaccination consistently reduced the risk of long-COVID symptoms. The study is published in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine. The study used the World Health Organization’s (WHO) definition of post COVID condition, or long COVID, as new or persisting […]

Image credit: Dr_Microbe | stock.adobe.com The US Department of Defense (DoD) has awarded Emergent BioSolutions Inc. with a contract worth up to $235.8 million to supply all branches of the US military with BioThrax (Anthrax Vaccine Adsorbed) for use as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for anthrax.1 The deal with the DoD, led by the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, […]

COVID-19 JN.1 Subvariant Symptoms That Warrant An Urgent Visit To The Hospital The symptoms of JN.1 are mild as per reports but this does not mean we should underestimate the risks involve with COVID-19. Make sure you know when it is necessary for an ER visit. The COVID-19 pandemic started four years ago in the […]

Sad news this week as the Salt Lake County Health Department reported the flu related deaths of five people, including two children. This news has the medical community renewing their call for everyone 6-months and older to get their flu shots. Dr. Daniel Meltzer, Executive Medical Director for Regence said, “The uptick is significant in […]

We expect to get colds over the winter, but this season it seems many people are really struggling to get rid of their sniffles. Is there a particularly long-lasting virus circulating, are we just catching back-to-back bugs, or is this inability to shake off winter ailments simply a result of reduced immunity after the pandemic? […]

Readmission often refers to a scenario where a patient returns to the hospital within 30 days of their initial discharge – a situation often seen as an indication of poor care quality. With advancements in technology, there is a growing interest in how artificial intelligence (AI) can be leveraged to mitigate hospital readmission rates. This […]

Amid all the working parts of the human body, the respiratory system administers some of the most important functions that keep us alive. This ensemble of organs, which contains the mouth, nose, throat, and lungs, lets us breathe and talk, manages our body temperature, brings oxygen to other organs, and removes waste carbon dioxide. A […]

The Respiratory Device market is a dynamic and rapidly evolving sector within the healthcare industry, dedicated to addressing various respiratory conditions and disorders. This market encompasses a diverse range of devices designed to assist individuals in breathing, manage respiratory diseases, and improve overall pulmonary function. Key components of the respiratory device market include inhalers, nebulizers, […]

Winter months bring not only the cheer of holidays but also the biting chill of subzero temperatures. This extreme cold weather can have a significant impact on our health. From frostbite and hypothermia to respiratory discomfort, the potential dangers of these freezing temperatures on the human body are multifold. In fact, death rates in the […]

Patients with severe eosinophilic asthma controlled on benralizumab may safely minimize high-dose inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) exposure and adverse effects, researchers reported in The Lancet. Researchers for SHAMAL study (ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT04159519) sought to assess the potential for benralizumab to safely and effectively reduce use of ICS-formoterol maintenance regimen, to the smallest dose necessary for maintainining […]

VERIFIED Creating a healthy environment for your baby is essential for their overall well-being, and respiratory health is a crucial aspect of it. Scroll down to read this exclusive interview with Dr Nandana Bala, Rainbow Children’s Hospital, Marathahalli, Bengaluru, on how pollution can affect your new born baby. As a parent, you always strive to […]

The New Year has arrived, students are returning from holiday break and flu activity is peaking in Pueblo County. The flu hospitalized 99 individuals in Pueblo County between Oct. 1, 2023, and Dec. 30, 2023. While information from the start of 2024 has not yet been reported, January is typically when Pueblo sees its biggest […]

















