French President Emmanuel Macron has tested positive for coronavirus, his office said on Thursday, sparking a track and trace effort targeting EU leaders and senior officials who met him in recent days. “The President of the Republic has been diagnosed Read more…
A common refrain during the COVID-19 pandemic is, “I’m so tired.” After months of adjusted living and anxiety, people are understandably weary. Parents who haven’t had a break from their kids are worn out. Those trying to juggle working from Read more…
A 5-year-old boy was attacked by 6 pit bulls, ripping his scalp and ear off as he walked home from a sweet shop. Mickele Allen was brutally attacked by the pit bulls in Jamaica on November 22. He was discovered Read more…
Mesothelioma refers to cancer of the mesothelium, the thin layer of tissue that covers the majority of the internal organs. Mesothelioma is an aggressive and deadly form of cancer with. Mesothelioma treatments are available, but for many people with mesothelioma, Read more…
An extra $50 million will go to the COVAX Advance Market Commitment (AMC) led by the GAVI vaccine alliance, the foundation said, and another $20 million to the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) which is co-funding development of several Read more…
Lower back pain refers to a common, painful condition affecting the lower portion of the spine. Lower back pain is caused by injury to a muscle (strain) or ligament (sprain). Common causes include improper lifting, poor posture, lack of regular Read more…
No one knows exactly what causes eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis. But this inflammatory skin condition affects between 10 and 20% of young children, and many adults as well, causing itchy, red, sensitive skin and scaly rashes that can Read more…
Hemorrhoidectomy – Overview Hemorrhoidectomy is a surgical procedure to remove hemorrhoids that have become inflamed or swollen thus causing pain and discomfort. Hemorrhoid surgery is recommended for hemorrhoids that are extensive and persist with other measures such as over-the-counter medicines. Read more…
If you’ve ever had the flu, you know how sick you can be. Chances are good that some of the advice friends and family gave you about avoiding or dealing with the flu was wrong. There seems to be no shortage Read more…
Vaginoplasty – Overview Vaginoplasty (also known as vaginal rejuvenation) is a surgical procedure to tighten the vagina. The procedure is necessary following the treatment or removal of malignant growths or abscesses to restore a normal vaginal structure and function. Vaginoplasty Read more…
Newborn babies undergoing a painful heel prick blood test have a reduced response to the pain signals in their brains if they are held by a parent with skin-to-skin contact, according to new research published on Thursday. Scientists who studied Read more…
Photorefractive Keratectomy Surgery Overview Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) is a type of laser eye surgery used to improve vision by correcting refractive errors in the eye. Examples of refractive errors of the eyes that can be corrected with PRK are nearsightedness, Read more…
How to Help a Loved One Suffering From Loneliness? You are worried about your mother. Before the pandemic, you would visit her every week with your young children. They loved playing in her garden and eating homemade cookies together. You Read more…
Lip Augmentation Surgery – Overview Lip augmentation surgery is a type of cosmetic procedure to increase lip fullness through enlargement using a filler such as hyaluronic acid, fat or implants. Full and plump lips have often been associated with beauty Read more…