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Arcturus COVID subvariant: What we know

Violin23/04/2023 42 Views

The COVID-19 subvariant, dubbed XBB.1.16 by the World Health Organization, was first detected in the Indian subcontinent in late January. It has since been detected in 29 countries, although experts say it is likely circulating undetected in many others. So far, XBB.1.16 does not appear to have been detected in Canada.

“We don’t know yet how this variant is going to pan out,” said Dr. Don Vinh, a professor in the departments of medicine, medical microbiology and human genetics at McGill University, in a phone interview with CTVNews.ca on Wednesday.

“There have certainly been variants that have emerged and then

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Driver hits Westlake High School students in Thousand Oaks, killing one

Violin20/04/2023 41 Views

Editor’s note: This story will be updated throughout the day as new information comes in.

A driver hit four Westlake High School students near the Thousand Oaks campus Tuesday afternoon, fatally injuring one.

The Ventura County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the victim as Wesley Welling, 15, of Thousand Oaks.

Ventura County Sheriff’s officials described the incident as an intentional act and said the driver had been arrested on suspicion of homicide.

The driver, identified as 24-year-old Austin Eis of Ventura County, is suspected of being involved in two other incidents Tuesday, including a stabbing at a local Walmart, authorities said.

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7 reasons why drinking lemon juice daily is good for health

Violin18/04/2023 41 Views

Published: Apr 15, 2023, 10:45 am IST

Lemons are round, sour and citrus fruits that are another wonder from nature. They are a powerhouse of vitamins and nutrients like vitamin C, calcium, folate and potassium. Packed with nutrients, they are good for health. They enhance immunity, curb the risk of heart disease, prevent kidney stones, improve iron absorption and help improve the texture of the skin. This small looking ball of goodness isn’t just for a pop of color or tangy flavor in your dishes or beverages. The regular use of lemon juice can prevent many health issues.

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BC ends mask mandate in health-care facilities and proof of vaccination for long-term care visitors

Violin12/04/2023 73 Views

British Columbia is ending its universal mask mandate in health-care settings, Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry announced Thursday.

Masks will still be required in certain higher-risk areas and for patients with COVID-19 symptoms who are seeking health care, Henry said from Victoria.

The vaccine mandate for health-care workers remains in effect.

“We’re at a point now where we can change some of the restrictions in health-care settings,” said Henry from Victoria. “Masking remains a very important tool in the health-care setting, and health-care workers will still wear masks based on their risk assessments.

Visitors to long-term care and assisted

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NUTEX HEALTH ANNOUNCES THAT IT HAS ENTERED INTO A $100 MILLION PRE-PAID ADVANCE AGREEMENT WITH YORKVILLE ADVISORS GLOBAL LP

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Published: Apr. 11, 2023 at 4:43 PM EDT|Updated: 3 hours ago

HOUSTON, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Nutex Health Inc. (“Nutex Health” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: NUTX), a physician-led, technology-enabled integrated healthcare delivery system comprised of 20 state-of-the-art micro hospitals in 8 states and primary care-centric, risk-bearing physician networks, today announced that it has entered into a $100 million pre-paid advance agreement with Yorkville Advisors Global LP

“We are pleased to announce this funding from Yorkville which we believe is a strong endorsement of our work to deliver high-quality, efficient and accessible healthcare,” stated Tom

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Sleep apnea causes cognitive problems even in healthy men, research finds

Violin11/04/2023 42 Views

Most people with untreated sleep apnea develop heart disease, and researchers have assumed that’s why they also have cognitive problems. But a small new study finds that obstructive sleep apnea itself is harming the brain, giving new urgency to recognizing and treating the disorder.

Otherwise healthy middle-age men newly diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea show poorer mental function in areas such as judgment, impulse control and recognizing other people’s feelings compared to men without the condition, according to research published Thursday in Frontiers in Sleep.

Obstructive sleep apnea, the most common form, occurs when the throat muscles relax and airways

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World Health Day: 5 easy steps to get healthier

Violin09/04/2023 107 Views

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Wouldn’t it be nice if there were some undiscovered ingredients, and one bite of it would cure all our health concerns?

There isn’t one, sadly.

But scientists do know the recipe for better health, and it is a long-term practice of good habits when it comes to sleep, eating, exercise, socialization and stress.

In honor of the 75th anniversary of the World Health Organization, here are the factors that

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Hostile parenting impacts childhood development in Tyler | state

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