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10 hours ago · In the space of two awful days in January, Mildred Banda saw her 1-year-old son die from cholera and rushed to save the life of her teenage daughter. The Bandas exemplify the people still at the mercy of a disease that shouldn't kill anyone in 2024. Cholera is easily treated and easily prevented — and the vaccines are relatively simple to ...
10 hours ago · Objective Most studies investigated the relationship between COVID-19 and Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) by comparing the incidence of GBS before and during the pandemic of COVID-19. However, the findings were inconsistent, probably owing to varying degrees of the lockdown policy. The quarantine requirements and travel restrictions in China were lifted around December 7, 2022. This study aimed ...
10 hours ago · Kenya: Epidemic - 04-2024 - Cholera Outbreak #2 (2024-05-29) Description. Kenya has been experiencing heavy rainfall during the March-May long rains season, leading to floods, flash floods, and ...
10 hours ago · In his first year in office, Prof. Pate said Tinubu initiated significant changes at the NCDC, reflecting his administration’s healthcare goals. Pate said that a key development was increasing funding for health security in the national budget and the appointment of Dr Olajide Idris as the new Director-General of the NCDC in February 2024.
10 hours ago · In clinical trials, proton pump inhibitors are equal to placebo for resolution of symptoms in infants with suspected gastroesophageal reflux disease, even though reduced oesophageal acidity has been documented. Regurgitation is common in the first months of life, and concern of disease often prompts parents to seek medical care and advice.
4 hours ago · 5. Vision Issues: Usually affecting one eye at a time, blurred or double vision, partial or whole loss of vision, and pain while moving the eyes. 6. Vertigo and dizziness: A spinning or unsteady ...
10 hours ago · Overview of diagnostic tests used to identify blocked arteries and assess blood flow to the feet, including ankle-brachial index (ABI) testing and imaging techniques like ultrasound and angiography.
