Clinical Challenges: Managing Mental Health in Eczema Patients
Adults with atopic dermatitis (AD) carried a higher burden of disease than those with other chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and hypertension, a U.S. study showed. Even patients with mild AD can experience a “profound” disease burden that significantly impairs quality of life (QoL), putting them at increased risk of anxiety, depression, and […]
Yaws Definition, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Prevention
Yaws is an infectious disease that mainly occurs in the tropical areas of South and Central America, Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands. The disease is caused by a bacterium called Treponema pertenue, which causes lesions that look like bumps on the skin of the feet, hands, face, and genital area. Yaws is treated with […]
Study identifies DNA signatures linked to heart disease
A new study identifies DNA signatures associated with risk for cardiovascular disease, a discovery that could lead to opportunities for clinical intervention years before symptoms manifest. Based on analyses of data from five large heart cohort studies of diverse populations, the findings are published in the journal JAMA Cardiology. “The science is rapidly advancing in […]
Tetanus Booster Shots for Adults: Risk Factors & Symptoms
Tetanus is a serious disease that can cause severe complications, such as death. Hence, it’s best to prevent it with booster shots even as adults. The tetanus vaccine is often believed to be only required after a puncture wound caused by rusted nails or an open injury that is contaminated. However, the bacteria that cause […]
Microsporidiosis Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Microsporidiosis is an infection caused by the microsporidia parasite. The disease is uncommon in people with normal immune systems. Symptoms in people with immune deficiency include diarrhea, malabsorption, gallbladder disease, cough, labored breathing, urinary tract infection, bowel perforation and keratoconjunctivitis. Microsporidiosis treatment depends on the site of infection and the species of microsporidia involved. Microsporidiosis […]
Popular Seasonings Recalled Due to Salmonella – MedicineNet Health News
Latest Infectious Disease News THURSDAY, July 29, 2021 McCormick & Co. on Wednesday announced the recall of several of its popular seasonings because of potential salmonella contamination. Included in the recall are McCormick Perfect Pinch Italian Seasoning, McCormick Culinary Italian Seasoning and Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Ranch Seasoning. The products were shipped between June […]
Aducanumab: What to Know if You Prescribe
Not all physicians who treat Alzheimer’s disease will prescribe the new Alzheimer’s drug aducanumab (Aduhelm) — major hospital systems like the Cleveland Clinic and Mount Sinai in New York City, for example, won’t administer the controversial treatment — but those who will offer the drug need more information about how to use it, a panel […]
It’s Tick Season: Protect Yourself From Lyme Disease
Latest Infectious Disease News SUNDAY, July 25, 2021 (HealthDay News) When you’re heading outdoors this summer, keep an eye out for ticks during and after your outing, health experts say. These common parasites can transmit Lyme disease, a potentially serious illness. Lyme disease is transmitted to people through the bite of an infected […]
Ambitious Plan to Guard Against Future Pandemics
Latest Infectious Disease News By Ernie Mundell and Robin Foster HealthDay Reporters MONDAY, July 26, 2021 (HealthDay News) In an effort to avoid another pandemic in the coming years, Dr. Anthony Fauci wants to launch an ambitious plan to make prototype vaccines that could protect against pathogens from 20 families of viruses that […]
‘Superbug’ Candida Auris Fungus Spreads in US – MedicineNet Health News
Latest Infectious Disease News FRIDAY, July 23, 2021 An untreatable “superbug” fungus is spreading in a Washington, D.C., nursing home and two Dallas-area hospitals, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday. There were 101 Candida auris cases at the nursing home and 22 cases at the hospitals from January to […]