Wednesday 24 April 2019

Study: Fatal Medical Emergencies Rise Worldwide

doctor using epipen on young girl

Worldwide, injuries from accidents, falls and burns (22%), heart attacks (17%), lung infections (11%) and strokes (7%) were the leading emergencies in 2015.



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Malawi 1st to Immunize Kids Against Malaria

mosquito

"It's an imperfect vaccine but it still has the potential to save tens of thousands of lives," one expert said.



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Survey: Many Baby Boomers Not Screened for Hepatitis C Despite Risk

Almost half of baby boomers in a WebMD reader survey said they haven't been tested for hepatitis C. And as many aren't aware that a cure exists.



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Malawi 1st to Immunize Kids Against Malaria

mosquito

"It's an imperfect vaccine but it still has the potential to save tens of thousands of lives," one expert said.



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Many E-Cigs Loaded With Germs, Study Finds

woman using vape pen

Over time, one expert said, exposure to high amounts of such contaminants can prompt the onset of progressive lung illnesses such as emphysema, chronic bronchitis and asthma.



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