Don’t Drink and Swim: Australian Medical Association
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has warned people to be careful when taking part in water recreation activities over the summer months, especially when alcohol is involved.
Professor Brian Owler, President of AMA, said that relaxing ...
Hemophilia A and B Treatment Market Value to Hit $6.3 Billion by 2024: GlobalData
The market for hemophilia A and B treatment is set to experience limited growth, rising from $5.4 billion in 2014 to $6.3 billion by 2024, says GlobalData, a leading market research firm.
The expected increase represents a tepid Compound ...
Doctors Strike Against Suspension of Colleague in Kerala, South India
Doctors in Kerala are observing a protest day in October 30. The medical fraternity demands the withdrawal of suspension of the doctor who was on duty at the General Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram last Tuesday.
The doctor was suspended for ...
American Lung Association Hails the USPSTF’s New Tobacco Cessation Recommendation
The American Lung Association has hailed the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) for updating the tobacco cessation recommendation.
Harold P. Wimmer, National President and CEO of the American Lung Association opines that the quitting ...
Niger Health Workers Armed With Determination in Fight to Save Children
Armed only with a medical bag and her determination, nurse Salamatou Zahadi battles heat and fatigue to look after pregnant and nursing women in Maradi, one of impoverished Niger's poorest areas.
The large, semi-desert country has the worst ...
Drug Board's Move to Introduce Injectable Contraceptives Hailed
Several NGOs on Tuesday welcomed the Drug Technical Advisor Board's recommendation to introduce injectable contraceptive called DMPA in the government's family planning programs.
These NGOs included the Population Foundation of India.
If ...
Ohio Attorney General Appoints Special Committee for Crime Victims With Disabilities
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has appointed a special panel to advise him on major issues involving crime victims with disabilities.
According to sources, the panel will chalk out plans to assist victims who have special needs.
An ...
Dr. Beach to Give Nonsmoking Beaches Additional Point in Competition 2016
It is time to find out the best beaches!
After 25 years of ranking beaches, professor Stephen Leatherman of Florida International University, famously known as "Dr. Beach" is starting his list of best beaches over from scratch in 2016. This ...
Australian Medical Students’ Association Stands in Support of Marriage Equality
The Australian Medical Students’ Association (AMSA) has sent an open letter to Health Minister Sussan Ley asking her to take a stance in support of marriage equality on health grounds.
AMSA President, James Lawler, highlighted the negative ...
Odisha Government Warns Action Against 448 Doctors for Leaving Their Place of Duty
The Odisha government has issued notice to 448 absentee doctors, threatening to take action against them for leaving their place of duty without authorization for a long period.
The period of absence of the errant doctors ranges from six ...
The Arc of Southern Maryland Celebrates Anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990, and has enabled millions of people with disabilities to participate more fully and equally in society.
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer was a lead sponsor of the ADA in ...
Tamil Actor Karthi Urges Government to Support People with Ultra-Rare Disorders
Lysosomal Storage Disorders (LSD) also known as Ultra-rare disorders are group of nearly 50 rare inherited metabolic disorders caused by lysosomal dysfunction.
Delhi-based Lysosomal Storage Disorder Support Society (LSDSS) organized an awareness ...
MERS Outbreak: South Korea Reports 14 New Cases on June 11; Takes Total to 122
South Korea on June 11, 2015 reported 14 new Middle East Respiratory Syndrome cases (MERS), including the first pregnant woman infected by the potentially deadly virus.
The new diagnoses brought to 122 the total number of confirmed cases, ...
Father Seeks Compensation of Rs. 1 Crore From Delhi Government for Son’s Death
A daily wager has sought Rs. 1 crore in damages from the Delhi government for the death of his 9-year-old son, caused by their alleged negligence in keeping underground water reservoirs open.
Justice Rajiv Shakdher of the Delhi High Court ...
Families of Girls in 'Suicide Pact' Protest Seeking CBI Probe into the Incident
Family members of the girl athletes who attempted suicide last month at a sports hostel in Kerala’s Alappuzha protested on June 3 demanding a CBI probe into the incident.
The kin of the athletes were accompanied by villagers and members of the ...
