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Nanotechnology, the new hope against ‘superbug’

Nanotechnology, the new hope against ‘superbug’

London, October 13: Scientists and researchers have pinned all their hopes on the nanochemical, Vancomycin, to now combat the invincible superbug infections like MRSA – Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus.

Rodents might be behind mysterious South African disease

Rodents might be behind mysterious South African disease

Johannesburg October 13: The mysterious disease in South Africa that bleeds its victims to death, is suspected to be carried by rodents, as per the health department in the country.

The Deadly Dozen: Diseases bound to spread as a result of climate change.

The Deadly Dozen: Diseases bound to spread as a result of climate change.

Barcelona, October 9: The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) gave a list of 12 animal-linked diseases that are bound to spread and threaten humans and animals alike because of climate change.

Healthcare industry leaders call for improved prevention of catheter infections

Healthcare industry leaders call for improved prevention of catheter infections

Washington, D.C., October 3: Representatives from the roundtable summit, “A Leadership Strategy for the Prevention of Line Sepsis”, released a policy statement today outlining strategies for patients and healthcare professionals to reduce the incidence of line sepsis, a potentially fatal hospital-acquired infection that affects approximately 250,000 patients each year in the U.S. alone, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Microwave cooking isn’t always a good idea: USDA notes

Microwave cooking isn’t always a good idea: USDA notes

Washington, October 6: In a statement issued by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) on Oct. 3, the federal authority is urging consumers to cook frozen chicken dinners thoroughly. 32 people in 12 states have been sickened by Salmonella illnesses linked to improper cooking, the agency revealed.

Syphilis - Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

Syphilis is an infection caused by corkscrew-shaped bacterium (spirochete), Treponema Pallidu, which mainly spreads through sexual contact. The infection can be treated easily with antibiotics in its early stages and can be prevented by avoiding sexual contact with the infected person.

Bacteria Glue Might Help Make Superbug Vaccine

Bacteria Glue Might Help Make Superbug Vaccine

Drug resistant bacterium might not be that bad after all, especially if it is one that produces some sticky glue which has the possibility of being developed into an effective vaccination against the MRSA pathogen, commonly called the ‘Superbug’.

Urgent Action Need of the Hour to Combat C.Difficile

Urgent Action Need of the Hour to Combat C.Difficile

The Clostridium difficile infection that has hit Scottish hospitals, calls for urgent action to combat it, the Labour Party has said.

FDA Issues Stern Warnings Over TNF Blocker Infections

FDA Issues Stern Warnings Over TNF Blocker Infections

After dozens of patients suffered from several fungal infections and lost their lives, the US health regulators stirred into action this Thursday and ordered strong warnings for prescription drugs used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease and other conditions.

Pre-Bagged Salads May Contain Killer Bacteria

Pre-Bagged Salads May Contain Killer Bacteria

More and more people nowadays tend to buy pre-packed salads as it is a great timesaver in the kitchen, but findings from a latest research suggest these salads actually are unsafe to eat.

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Weaning is the gradual replacement of breastfeeding with other foods and ways of nurturing. If done gradually, weaning can be a positive experience for both the mother and the little one.

ABC of Weaning

Weaning is the process of gradually introducing the infant to solid diet and reducing the supply of mother’s milk. A fully weaned infant derives all its nutrition from solid foods and is off breast milk completely.

    "It is not about money. No amount of money will give back my limb," said a 65 years old woman with diabetes (name withheld on request) who underwent limb amputation at the Gandhi Memorial & Associated Hospitals (GM & AH), India.

    People with diabetes lose more than money

    She couldn't have been right in conveying the message in the lead up to the World Diabetes Day, 14 November 2008, to prevent many diabetes-related complications that are extremely devastating.

      Aromatherapy – More Than Just Good Smell

      Aromatherapy is a form of alternative healing that makes use of volatile plant oils, referred to as essential oils, and other aromatic compounds obtained from plants for the overall physical and psychological well-being of a person.