Friday, February 28, 2020

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Antibiotics Use In Early Pregnancy May Up Risk In Miscarriage; Here's Why [VIDEO]
By Gerard Black | May 02, 2017 10:03 AM EDT
Antibiotics use in early pregnancy have been found to increase the risk in spontaneous abortions or miscarriages. The increased risk however is considered to be small and is pegged to about 10 percent.
Protein From Komodo Dragon Blood Can Aid Wound Healing [VIDEO]
By Gerard Black | Apr 14, 2017 09:58 AM EDT
Scientists are looking into the properties of Komodo dragon blood which they believe has antimicrobial properties that can help in wound healing.
Study Shows Childhood Antibiotics Use Linked To Autoimmune Disease Causes [VIDEO]
By Lori Brown | Apr 08, 2017 11:05 AM EDT
Researchers found that use of antibiotics as a child might lead to the development of autoimmune diseases in adulthood.
Maple Syrup Extract Could Raise Efficacy Of Antibiotics To Fight Infections [VIDEO]
By Lori Brown | Apr 05, 2017 09:07 PM EDT
Maple syrup extract is found to have synergistic effect on antibiotics.
Eight-year-ol Boy Died After Being Taken To Worcestershire Hospital 21 Miles Away [VIDEO]
By Anne Collins | Mar 08, 2017 10:29 PM EST
The journey to Worcestershire Royal Hospital took 23 minutes. Paramedics suspected Callum had developed sepsis and wanted to take him to Redditch at Alexandra Hospital which was just 1.9 miles away. But they were told not to take patients under 16 to Redditch.
Study Suggests Antibiotics Instead Of Appendix Surgery For Children
By Anne Collins | Feb 19, 2017 07:00 AM EST
An appendectomy is the most common emergency operation for children. If the inflamed organ is left, it can burst and lead to death
UK Parents Warned About Scarlet Fever
By Anne Collins | Feb 17, 2017 08:46 AM EST
Washing hands regularly can help prevent the spread of Scarlet Fever. It can be treated using paracetmol for high fevers and antihistamine for the skin rash.
An American Woman Died From A Superbug That Is Resistant To All Antibiotics Available In The U.S
By Minnow Blythe | Jan 16, 2017 07:52 PM EST
The death of an American woman from a superbug found resistant to all antibiotics available in the U.S are concerning medical and healthcare professionals.
Superbug News: Bacteria Resistant To All Antibiotics Killed An Elderly Woman In Nevada
By Angela Laguipo | Jan 15, 2017 11:37 AM EST
A superbug infection killed an elderly woman in Nevada. Her infection is resistant to all 26 antibiotics available in the United States.
Superbug News: New Study Shows How Bacteria Resist 'Last Resort' Antibiotics
By Angela Laguipo | Jan 09, 2017 09:21 AM EST
Scientists explain how bacteria resist colistin, the last line antibiotic of choice for life-threatening infections that are resistant to treatments.
CDC Warns About Excessive Antibiotics Prescribed In U.S.
By Shilpa Chakravorty | Sep 20, 2016 11:32 AM EDT
Amidst the growing concern about drug – resistant bacteria, overprescribing of antibiotics is still a concern accord to US federal report. In fact, it has not dropped between 2006 and 2012, which is a cause of concern for US health experts.
Ibuprofen vs. Acetaminophen: Which One Is Safe To Choose?
By Shilpa Chakravorty | Aug 30, 2016 02:17 PM EDT
Despite the common knowledge that over the counter painkillers can be harmful, thousands of people still rely on them to temporarily get rid of pain. Thus, this creates the need of choosing pain – killers efficiently.
Common Antibiotics May Cause Delirium
By Kanika Gupta | Feb 22, 2016 09:51 AM EST
Patients in hospital suffering from delirium may be associated with common antibiotics now more than ever, as per new research. Delirium is defined as mental confusion along with signs of hallucination and irritation may be caused due to medications
Breast Milk Protein Tested To Destroy Antibiotic-Resistant Superbugs
By Jenn Loro | Jan 26, 2016 10:46 AM EST
A UK-based study proves that a component of breast milk protein is powerful enough to destroy drug-resistant bacteria known as superbugs
Beards May Make Men More Resistant To MRSA
By R. Siva Kumar | Jan 23, 2016 03:18 PM EST
Some research shows that beards might protect men against some harmful bacterial diseases.

Did You Know?

What is Family Dentistry?

If you are shopping around for a dentist, you are probably looking for someone who takes your insurance, has a great online reputation and a good standing with the Board of Dental Examiners. However, if you have a family you might be inclined to look for separate dentists for you and your kids. You may want to consider going to a family dentist. In addition to saving you time, a family dentist’s office can keep a history of your brood’s dental records in one place. A family dentist will also be able to provide many different services, so you will not have to run around from clinic to clinic when you have a problem with your teeth. Children will be able to see their parents getting treatment in the same office in which they will be treated. You and your kids will get to know the staff and feel comfortable with them.