While previously seen as predominantly affecting men, there has been a change with more women now being diagnosed with sleep apnea. Factors that increase the risk of OSA include women who have reached menopause and lack of exercise. Sleep apnea among women (Photo credit: Pexels) New Delhi: Sleep apnea is a serious respiratory issue […]

JHARKHAND: In a bold and unprecedented move, the Excise Department of Jharkhand has launched a groundbreaking initiative aimed at equipping individuals across various sectors with the life-saving skills of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Spearheaded by the visionary Excise Commissioner, Faiz AQ Ahmed Mumtaz, this initiative has birthed an army of over 10,000 first responders, poised to […]

In the labyrinth of fitness gadgets, it’s easy to feel lost, wandering aimlessly in the search for the perfect companion to quantify our every stride and heartbeat. In this dance between human aspiration and technological innovation, stands a beacon—simple, unassuming, and yet, powerful. Enter the Garmin Forerunner 55, an ode to both the novice jogger […]

32 The objective of this event focused on providing information about the main diseases that afflict the female population, so that they can ensure their comprehensive well-being. By: Maria Camila Sanchez March 23, 2024 A new educational day focused on the health and well-being of women, led by the Medicine and Public Health Magazine, has […]

Canelo Alvarez and Jaime Munguia will soon lock horns at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. This highly anticipated clash pits the undisputed super middleweight champion against a hungry challenger. However, there’s a twist. This, reportedly, a one-fight deal, is raising eyebrows. Last June, Canelo and his promoters, Premier Boxing Champions, signed a three-fight agreement. […]

A surge in overdose deaths in Kenosha County has led a community nonprofit to offer free test strips to check for the drug. Following overdose deaths involving xylazine, the Kenosha-based Hope Council on Alcohol & Other Drug Abuse has announced the availability of free xylazine test strips. Xylazine, also known as “tranq,” is a non-opioid […]

The Fourth Frontier Frontier X2 Smart Heart Monitor is claimed to be the first heart rate monitor that performs a continuous ECG, or electrocardiogram. It’s a specialist bit of kit that delivers on its promise, offering valuable insights into your heart’s activity during daily activities and exercise. The app is also easy to use, though […]

Commentary Dara Healy 3 Hrs Ago Dara E Healy – “HOW ARE you doing today?” It seems that since the pandemic, this simple question has morphed into an interrogation into mental health and quality of life. Common wisdom says that a healthy sense of well-being develops when we help others, focus on self-care and find […]

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Three-day interactive workshop “Supporting a Safer Community: Substance Use, Mental Health and Violence Prevention” sponsored by Lehigh Valley Health Network and Lehigh County Drug Alcohol LVHN holds training for students. Emma Bonser, 17 of Leighton High School in Leighton, listens to the breathing of a child dummy after performing CPR during a three-day interactive workshop […]

March 22, 2024 We are absolutely thrilled to reveal that the National Blood Clot Alliance has a public service announcement on the seven-story-high Nasdaq digital billboard in Times Square in New York City! The public service announcement features Paralympian Tatyana McFadden, Olympic swimmer Katie Hoff and health policy adviser Heide Bajnrauh — all blood clot […]

EMA has recommended granting a marketing authorisation in the European Union (EU) for Fabhalta (iptacopan), an oral treatment for adults with paroxysmal nocturnal haemoglobinuria (PNH) who have haemolytic anaemia. PNH is a rare genetic disorder that causes the premature breakdown of red blood cells (haemolytic anaemia) by the immune system, and is potentially life-threatening. Disease […]

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has granted a marketing authorization to Novartis Europharm for Fabhalta (iptacopan) for treating adults with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) who have hemolytic anemia. The decision was hailed as a first step toward enabling patient access in European Union countries following a March 21 meeting of the Committee for Medicinal Products for […]

Many people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) experience severe fatigue that can limit their ability to perform daily activities. A 2021 review found fatigue was a symptom of COPD in 17–95% of people, depending on the study. Researchers don’t know why severe fatigue affects people with COPD, but there’s a significant association with airflow […]

Share on PinterestJake Gyllenhaal shared in a recent interview that he got a staph infection after being cut by glass while filming his new movie ‘Road House.” Cindy Ord/Getty Images for SiriusXM Actor Jake Gyllenhaal says he contracted a staph infection while filming a fight scene for Road House. Staph infections occur when staphylococci bacteria […]

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects millions of women worldwide, causing hormonal imbalances and a range of symptoms such as irregular periods, acne, and weight gain. While PCOS cannot be cured, its symptoms can be managed effectively through lifestyle changes, particularly focusing on diet and exercise. Adopting a PCOD diet and exercise plan is crucial for […]

Committee Opinion No. 644. The Apgar score. Obstet. Gynecol. 126, e52–e55 (2015). Article Google Scholar Apgar, V. A proposal for a new method of evaluation of the newborn infant. Curr. Res. Anesth. Analg. 32, 260–267 (1953). Article CAS PubMed Google Scholar Lo, S. C. Y., Bhatia, R. & Roberts, C. T. Introduction of a quality […]

As you probably know, when it comes to medical research, women are under-represented. The most famous example was the lack of female crash test dummies, but studies on issues like heart disease and cancer have also mainly focused on male participants. Enter Lululemon. The popular yet pricey athleisure line funded a study to research breathing […]

As part of the March Feature Drop, the original Pixel Watch is getting the new Fitbit Workout UI introduced with the second-generation wearable. The old UI has one big stat at the top followed by three smaller displays in a second row. This side-by-side layout felt a bit cramped at times. Meanwhile, you can get […]

Here’s how Axiom-3 astronauts train to perform CPR aboard the ISS Axiom-3, the first all-European commercial astronaut mission to the International Space Station, is targeting launch from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. Axiom Space SOMERSET ― It all happened so fast. The 81-year-old woman entered Somerset County Jail’s lobby last month late for her visit. She […]

















