Covid-19: Norway investigates 23 deaths in frail elderly patients after vaccination, BMJ
The Norwegian Medicines Agency has concluded that in 13 of 23 deaths in very frail elderly patients who received the Pfizer COVID vaccine, common adverse reactions of mRNA vaccines, such as fever, nausea, and diarrhoea, may have contributed to fatal outcomes (Source: Current Awareness Service for Health (CASH))
Source: Current Awareness Service for Health (CASH) - January 19, 2021 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Cost Consequences for the NHS of Using a Two-Step Testing Method for the Detection of Clostridium difficile with a Point of Care, Polymerase Chain Reaction Test as the First Step
The two-step, POCT strategy was estimated to save £ 283,282 per 1000 hospitalized NHS patients with suspected infectious diarrhoea. Sensitivity analysis indicated that the turnaround time for the POCT was the largest driver for cost savings. Providing the POCT has sufficiently high diagnostic accuracy for detecting C. difficile, the two-step, POCT strategy for CDI identification is likely to be cost saving for NHS hospitals with an offsite laboratory. (Source: Current Awareness Service for Health (CASH))
Source: Current Awareness Service for Health (CASH) - January 14, 2021 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Vitamin B12 deficiency: Symptoms could include gastrointestinal issues including diarrhoea
VITAMIN B12 deficiency: The human body does not create vitamin B12, so people must get this nutrient from their diet. This means many people are lacking in the vitamin without even knowing. If experiencing gastrointestinal issues including diarrhoea, vomiting or nausea it could indicate you're lacking in the essential vitamin. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - January 5, 2021 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Boost your gut feeling: From a tummy massager to a tracker app, which is the best for IBS?
JO WATERS: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects one in ten adults in the UK, causing bloating, diarrhoea, constipation and cramps. We asked a professor to assess some new products to treat it. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - January 5, 2021 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Mining giant Rio Tinto Face Environmental, Human Rights Complaint in Papua New Guinea
Contamination of rivers and streams by mine waste in the vicinity of the Panguna copper mine in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Papua New Guinea. Credit: Catherine WilsonBy Catherine WilsonCANBERRA, Australia, Jan 4 2021 (IPS) Local communities in the vicinity of the abandoned Panguna copper mine, have taken decisive action to hold the global mining multinational, Rio Tinto, accountable for alleged environmental and human rights violations during the mine’s operations between 1972 and 1989.
The mine operated in the mountains of central Bougainville in Papua New Guinea until 1989.
The complaint by 156 residents wa...
Source: IPS Inter Press Service - Health - January 4, 2021 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Catherine Wilson Tags: Active Citizens Asia-Pacific Crime & Justice Development & Aid Environment Featured Food & Agriculture Headlines Health Human Rights Indigenous Rights Natural Resources Regional Categories TerraViva United Nations Water & Sanit Source Type: news
Bowel cancer symptoms: ‘Alternating bouts of constipation and diarrhoea’ could be a sign
BOWEL cancer symptoms can be subtle and easily-missed, but as there's currently no cure it's important to be familiar with what to look out for. One of the most common signs is a change of bowel habits - "alternating bouts of constipation and diarrhoea". (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - December 25, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
What causes diarrhoea? Is diarrhoea a sign of coronavirus?
DIARRHOEA is probably nothing to worry about. But could it be a sign of coronavirus? (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - December 18, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Best supplements: Zinc supplementation could help reduce a cold, diarrhoea and diabetes
BEST supplements: Zinc is a trace element that is necessary for a healthy immune system. Studies suggest supplementation with zinc can help with colds, diarrhoea and diabetes risk. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - November 29, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Type 2 diabetes: Are you experiencing diarrhoea? The lesser-known sign of the condition
TYPE 2 diabetes can cause a wide range of symptoms in the body due to the unusually high amount of blood sugar in the body. Neuropathy is a common side effect of the condition which could cause diarrhoea. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - November 26, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Zimbabwe: Chikurubi Inmate Sues Govt After Diarrhoea Nightmare
[New Zimbabwe] An inmate at Chikurubi Maximum Prison (Chikurubi) has slapped the Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Services (ZPCS) with a lawsuit following his unfortunate experiences after the outbreak of waterborne diseases at the Harare correctional facility. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - November 25, 2020 Category: African Health Source Type: news
Fiji's vaccine program reduces childhood death and illness: study
(University of Melbourne) Fiji's national vaccine program against pneumonia, a serious lung condition, and rotavirus, a common disease which causes severe diarrhoea and vomiting, has reduced illness and death, new research shows. (Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases)
Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases - November 25, 2020 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
Does your anxiety trigger IBS symptoms? How to support your digestive system
IRRITABLE bowel syndrome is a common condition that affects the digestive system, causing pain, bloating diarrhoea and constipation. Over the years experts have identified stress as a cause. So what can you do to help avoid a flare-up of symptoms? (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - November 24, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Roche announces FDA approval of Xofluza for the prevention of influenza following contact with an infected person
Basel, 24 November 2020 - Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) for Xofluza ® (baloxavir marboxil) as a treatment to prevent influenza in people 12 years of age and older following contact with someone with influenza (known as post-exposure prophylaxis). Xofluza is the first single-dose influenza medicine approved for post-exposure prophylaxis.“With today’s approval, Xofluza is now available as the first single-dose, post-exposure preventive treatment for influenza,” said Le...
Source: Roche Media News - November 24, 2020 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Roche announces FDA approval of Xofluza for the prevention of influenza following contact with an infected person
Basel, 24 November 2020 - Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) for Xofluza ® (baloxavir marboxil) as a treatment to prevent influenza in people 12 years of age and older following contact with someone with influenza (known as post-exposure prophylaxis). Xofluza is the first single-dose influenza medicine approved for post-exposure prophylaxis.“With today’s approval, Xofluza is now available as the first single-dose, post-exposure preventive treatment for influenza,” said Le...
Source: Roche Investor Update - November 24, 2020 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Caroline Quentin health: Strictly Come Dancing star explains 'horrible' symptoms
CAROLINE QUENTIN became the fourth celebrity to be knocked out of Strictly Come Dancing 2020, alongside her partner Johannes Radebe, after losing in this week's dance-off against Maisie Smith. The actress has previously explained her "horrible" coeliac disease symptoms, including vomiting and diarrhoea. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - November 22, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
