Vaccines in Sight for AIDS, Alzheimer's, TB, Herpes Nov 18, 2009
Tuesday, November 17, 2009. Urinary tract infections. (Fox News)
Hallmark Health implements visitor restriction during flu season Nov 18, 2009
Hallmark Health is also urging visitors over the age of 18 to postpone their visit to the hospital if they have been around adults or children who are sick with the cold or flu, have symptoms of a cold or influenza, have a fever or have had a fever within the past week or have been nauseated, vomited or had diarrhea ... Symptoms of the flu include aches and pains, headache, sore throat, sudden fever or dizziness, cough, head and lung congestion, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Beware of cruise ships public restrooms Nov 18, 2009
Lack of disinfection, he and colleagues note in the journal Clinical Infectious Diseases, may significantly increase risk for illness, and particularly for the severe diarrhea and vomiting caused by highly contagious Norovirus. Therefore, Carling cautions cruise passengers to minimize public restroom use, wash hands with soap and water rather than alcohol-based hand rubs, and be aware of the disease transmission potential from all publicly touched surfaces. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Vaccines on horizon for AIDS, Alzheimer's, herpes Nov 17, 2009
Chance of a Thunderstorm. Submit your own news, video and photos. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
Aid Group: 24,000 Infant Deaths Preventable Daily Nov 17, 2009
Most early childhood deaths occur in the first 28 days of life, while later deaths are caused by pneumonia diarrhea, and malaria, which together accounted for 45 per cent of the deaths, World Vision said. Despite claiming the lives of almost 9 million children each year, infant deaths have attracted little political attention either from the worst-affected countries or at an international level, the group said. (CBS News -- World)
Prioritizing low-cost, simple health measures would save 2.5 million child lives a year Nov 16, 2009
This must be a priority to make rapid progress against the top child killers of pneumonia, diarrhea and malaria, the international analysis shows. Citing interventions that can cost pennies, the study concludes that more strategic use of funding and resources would keep millions of children from dying before they reach their fifth birthdays. (EurekAlert!)
Families shocked by how fast flu can hit Nov 16, 2009
Sometimes there is diarrhea and vomiting. For most, it's a week of pure misery. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Dr. Gilbert Kombe; led efforts against HIV/AIDS worldwide Nov 16, 2009
So Dr. Kombe returned to Zambia, where his next four years were spent practicing medicine, training the country s Red Cross volunteers, setting up a diarrhea prevention program for the city of Kitwe during a cholera epidemic, and reorganizing the local hospital. Dr. Kombe moved to Washington and settled with his wife there. (Boston Globe)
* War brings a surge of birth defects in Fallujahs children Nov 15, 2009
She is very sensitive to flu and regularly gets diarrhea and other ailments. The doctors have told me they are mentally retarded and have nerve paralysis. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Food Poisoning May Hurt for Life Nov 15, 2009
While the severity of the acute infection varies greatly, depending on the pathogen and the patient's own vulnerability, the most common symptoms are diarrhea and vomiting. But even after a patient recovers from these symptoms, they may have to deal with longer-term effects. (ABC News)
Severe Swine Flu Can Kill Young, Old Alike Nov 15, 2009
More than one-third of adults with H1N1 in this group had gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting or diarrhea, vs. only about 5 percent with the seasonal flu, the team said. In related news, a research letter in the same issue of JAMA reports a case of rhabdomyolysis -- a breakdown in muscle tissue -- in a 28-year-old woman who contracted H1N1 in June of this year. (MEDLINEplus)
Causes of Renal Failure Nov 14, 2009
Severe dehydration may be due to poor fluid intake; excessive diarrhea, fever, sweating, and vomiting. Some medications (like diuretics), may also induce excessive fluid loss and thereby invoke undue stress on the kidneys. (Suite101.com)
Guide to Nutritional Healing Nov 14, 2009
Eating a nutritious diet helps address specific diseases and conditions like anxiety, acne and chronic diarrhea, amongst many others. The reason for this is that nutrients affect the chemicals and hormone levels your body naturally produces. (Suite101.com)
Flu lull providing time to give out more shots Nov 14, 2009
Reported swine-flu symptoms also include runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. See a physician as soon as possible if you're not well. (AZCentral -- News)
Food-Borne Ills Can Have Lasting Consequences Nov 14, 2009
Diarrhea and vomiting are the most common symptoms of food-borne illness, and typically last only a few days ... In addition to diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, nausea, and vomiting, campylobacter infection can cause Guillain-Barre syndrome, the most common cause of paralysis in the United States. (MEDLINEplus)
Poor Nutrition Stunts Growth of 200 Million Children: U.N. Nov 13, 2009
"More than one third of children who die from pneumonia, diarrhea and other illnesses could have survived had they not been undernourished," she said. More than 90 percent of the developing world's children facing stunted growth live in Africa and Asia, the report said. (MEDLINEplus)
Tainted Food Surprisingly Deadly in Adults: WHO Nov 13, 2009
Another vital part of the food-borne disease fight is having consumers take precautions in the way they prepare foods, and ensuring patients and health workers take symptoms such as diarrhea seriously as a risk across population groups. "Many of the deaths that we see in developing countries, if they had been treated at the right time, they would not have died," Schlundt said. (MEDLINEplus)
Palins coin conspiracy Nov 13, 2009
Sarah Palin Suggests Coin Conspiracy In Wisconsin Speech. What's Your Reaction. (Harper's Magazine)
Health department distributes more than 700 doses of vaccine Nov 13, 2009
Some people have also reported diarrhea and vomiting. People should wash their hands frequently and cover their nose and mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Flu forum planned for Nov. 17 Nov 13, 2009
Flu symptoms include fever, body aches, runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Source: Concord Public Health Department. (Concord Journal, MA)
Aid arrives in rain-hit El Salvador Nov 12, 2009
The ministry said it had assisted about 12,000 people with serious respiratory infections, dermatitis, diarrhea, anxiety disorders, conjunctivitis and bruises. The central region of the country and the capital city, San Salvador, were the hardest hit by the weekend rains. (Xinhuanet, China)
UN targets undernourishment as infant killer Nov 12, 2009
"More than one third of children who die from pneumonia, diarrhea and other illnesses could have survived had they not been undernourished.". Veneman noted that those who survive often suffer from poorer physical health throughout their lives and from a diminished capacity to learn and to earn a decent income. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Hospitals curb H1N1 testing Nov 12, 2009
Instead, its health professionals choose to give diagnoses based on a litany of flu signs, including fever, cough, headache, body ache and diarrhea. Dr. Hank Simpson, family physician and CEO of RCMC said that doctors are being advised to follow the guidelines laid out by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), which state that only people in high risk groups, such as pregnant women, acute illness, or those who are hospitalized, need to be tested. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
ASK DR. H: Breast lump linked to Zocor? Nov 12, 2009
An extremely fatty meal may result in diarrhea, so you may want to try a strict low fat diet and see if some of the symptoms improve. Two other possible reasons for your bloating and abdominal discomfort are post-surgical adhesions and motility problems of the bowel. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
U.N.: South Asia worst area for child health Nov 12, 2009
Chronically undernourished children are more likely to suffer serious infections and die from common illnesses such as diarrhea, measles, pneumonia and malaria, the report by the U.N. Children's Fund said. Nutritional deficiencies damage a child's ability to learn, leave many stunted and lead to lower IQs, the report said. (MSNBC -- International)
Unexpected Consequences Of Proton Pump Inhibitor Use In Reflux Disease Nov 12, 2009
They can include: increased rates of hip fractures, possibly related to altered calcium absorption; possible but yet unproven altered vitamin B12 and iron absorption, related to alteration of the gastric pH; increased odds of acquiring nosocomial Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea; and increased odds of contracting community-acquired pneumonia. The authors say while it may be premature to make global recommendations about PPI prescribing patterns, they applaud the idea of raising clinical... (Science Daily)
Villagers may have been sprayed Nov 11, 2009
The 217 members of the Ava Guarani community in the Itakyry district suffered vomiting, diarrhea, headaches and nausea, said Esperanza Martinez, Paraguay's minister of health. Although one person was in serious condition, she said Monday, the rest are improving. (CNN -- International)
Isotretinoin Side Effects in Acne Nov 11, 2009
Other rare side effects include skin infections, especially around the nails and inside the nose, peeling of the skin on the palms and soles, skin rashes, bleeding from the gums, dizziness, loss of weight, diarrhea, osteoporosis and abnormal menstrual periods ... Severe abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea or anal bleeding. (Suite101.com)
attempts by Christian fundamentalists to link the medicinal benefits of camel pee to the Koran are doomed to fail Nov 11, 2009
(Sahih Bukhari, Ablutions (Wudu'), Volume 1, Book 4, Number 234)" MY REFUTATION: Do you know whats in your medication? How do you know its any better than camel urine? Who would ever think that a drop of human discharge could become a complex living being? Who would have ever thought camel urine MAY cure an illness? I put together this article about urine-therapy. You will be surprised. History of Urine-Therapy The history of drinking urine for therapeutic purposes dates back at least to the... (Harper's Magazine)
Ten Reasons to See Your Doctor Nov 11, 2009
Unexplained Changes in Bowel Habits See your doctor if you have any of the following: sever diarrhea lasting more than two days, mild diarrhea lasting a week, constipation that lasts for more than two weeks, unexplained urges to have a bowel movement, bloody diarrhea and black or tarry-coloured stools. Changes in bowel habits may signal a bacterial infection or a viral or parasitic infection. (Suite101.com)
Swine Flu Packs a Bigger Jolt for People With Asthma, Diabetes, WHO Says Nov 11, 2009
Gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, have also been reported. Children younger than two years, pregnant women, people with lung diseases, metabolic disorders, weakened immune systems and certain neurological conditions are among groups at higher risk of developing a severe disease, WHO said. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Lawsuit charges contaminated meat caused illnesses Nov 10, 2009
She screamed all night and had bloody diarrhea all night ... The grandmother was in turn hospitalized for three days and also suffered painful bouts of bloody diarrhea, Pieroni said, adding that health officials confirmed that the E. coli illness was the same. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Imperial County residents address Assemblyman at town hall meeting Nov 10, 2009
Though many of the symptoms are the same as the seasonal flu, H1N1-infected people have also reported diarrhea and vomiting. During the question and answer session, Kelley also said the shots are free from the public health department and the department is limiting the vaccine to children for now. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Isle man's case shows ciguatera's risk Nov 10, 2009
People who eat fish containing the neurotoxin usually experience symptoms that can include weakness and muscle pain, diarrhea, vomiting, chills, itching, sweating, dizziness, numbness, tingling and headache. A unique symptom is the sense of "temperature reversal," when hot things feel cold and cold things feel hot. (Honolulu Advertiser)
State: Influenza growth subsides Nov 10, 2009
Health officials warn flu remains widespread. CHEYENNE -- Although influenza activity remains higher in Wyoming than it has been in the past decade, the state Department of Health offered a sliver of encouraging news Monday. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
* Babies receive swine flu shots Nov 10, 2009
The infection was discovered among a herd of 160 pigs raised on the farm in Guanshan Township (s) after the animals came down with coughs, runny noses and diarrhea at the end of last month. Hsu said that in a second round of specimen collections and sophisticated tests conducted by the Centers for Disease Control on Thursday, all the affected pigs were found to be free of the virus. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Court Rejects Expert Mold Testimony Nov 10, 2009
Shortly thereafter she began to experience various health effects "including dizziness, fatigue, diarrhea, vomiting, bloody nose, migraines, itchiness, redness on her feet and hands, confusion, chills, depression, hair loss, stomach, back, head and neck aches, and the absence of menstruation." She also had problems with "breathing, tightness in her chest, excessive heartburn, burning skin, food sensitivities, hives, and eye infections.". After several meetings between Ms. Dee and PCS employees,... (RealtyTimes)
Back to Brazil After 42 Years (664) Nov 9, 2009
Feeling helpless, I watched emaciated babies die from dehydration as a result of infectious diarrhea. Instead of animals bearing loads, I saw men and women bend their thin bodies in submission under heavy burdens and strain as they pulled loaded cargo carts in order to earn a pittance for food. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Swine Flu and Asthma Complications Nov 9, 2009
For many people, swine flu symptoms include fever, congestion and possibly nausea, diarrhea or vomiting. For those with a good immune system, swine flu can be successfully combated with time, bed rest and flu medication. (Suite101.com)
Congressman fears E. coli outbreak could reach school lunches Nov 9, 2009
Symptoms of infection from E. coli include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea that is often bloody, and vomiting. Most people get better in a week or so, but some infections can be life-threatening. (Boston Globe)
Holocaust survivors' new risk Nov 8, 2009
Crumbs and decomposed food sickened Betty Potash Gold and her family members, causing diarrhea and bloody vomiting, as they hid from the Nazis. Although Gold lived through extreme hunger, mental duress and near-death experiences during , she and other survivors face another peril decades after the war. (CNN)
Dangers of Vitamin and Mineral Over... Nov 8, 2009
Symptoms of Vitamin A toxicity are headaches, nausea, diarrhea, dry skin and hair loss ... However, consistently taking doses of vitamin C over 3 grams each day can lead to kidney stones, urinary tract irritation, nausea, diarrhea and blood clots ... In infants and children, overdoses of vitamin D can lead to diarrhea, nausea, frequent urination, loss of appetite, dizziness, weakness, calcium deposits in kidneys and excessive calcium in the blood. (Suite101.com)
Drugs Can Help Treat Diabetes Nov 7, 2009
com included feelings of nausea, jitters, diarrhea, vomiting, dizziness, headaches, and possible hypoglycemia when coupled with a regular insulin injection ... Other common side effects include nausea, headaches, indigestion, mild stomach pain and diarrhea, according to. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Warning issued on Sanger company's pet treats Nov 7, 2009
Pets with salmonella infections may become lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Some pets may only experience a decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. (Fresno Bee)
* Pigs likely caught flu from humans Nov 7, 2009
The infection was discovered among a herd of 160 pigs raised on a farm in Taitung Countys Guanshan (s) Township after the animals came down with coughs, sneezes and diarrhea. As the animals were bred and raised on the farm and had never left it since being born, it sparked speculation that the virus could have been passed from an infected worker on the farm to a pig before spreading through the herd. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Click to read:Ft. Hood Suspect ID'd as Army Psychiatrist Nov 6, 2009
Ft. Hood Suspect ID'd as Army Psychiatrist - CBS News. WASHINGTON, Nov. 6, 2009. (CBS News)
How Safe Are Popular Reflux Drugs? Nov 6, 2009
But lately these acid-reducing medications have been the subject of studies linking their use to a number of health risks, from an increased rate of hip fracture to a greater likelihood of diarrhea and community-acquired pneumonia. Dr. Kenneth W. Altman, an associate professor of otolaryngology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City, draws attention to some of the potential consequences of PPI use in a commentary published in the November issue of Otolaryngology -- Head and Neck... (MEDLINEplus)
Unity vaccine clinics Nov 6, 2009
Some people with H1N1 flu may also have diarrhea and vomit. Because H1N1 is spread by person-to-person contact, it is important for students who are ill to stay home from school until their cough significantly improves and they are fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Steps to take while waiting for H1N1 vaccine Nov 6, 2009
n Severe vomiting or diarrhea that won't stop. n Being too irritable to be held. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Climate change biggest health threat to children this century - Save the Children Nov 6, 2009
The report also warns that climate change will exacerbate the leading causes of death of children, including diarrhea, malnutrition and malaria ... "Nearly nine million children die every year before their fifth birthdays from simple causes like diarrhea and pneumonia. Climate change will make these threats worse. Climate change is a global emergency for children. "Unless action is taken, climate change will become a slow-motion train-wreck with the world's children on board. (AlertNet)
Breast Milk is Best for Newborns, but the Bottle Is Fine, Too Nov 6, 2009
And since breast milk is easily digested, breastfed babies have fewer incidences of diarrhea or constipation. Also, researchers have found that infants fed with human breast milk have lower rates of hospital admissions, ear infections, diarrhea, rashes and than bottle-fed babies. (Scientific American)
* Taitung farm fights A(H1N1) outbreak Nov 6, 2009
The Taitung County Livestock Disease Control Center began testing pigs on Oct. 27 after learning that about 160 out of approximately 3,000 animals at the farm had begun experiencing symptoms such as coughing, runny noses and diarrhea 10 days earlier. Huang Jin-cheng (), chief of the COAs Animal Health Research Institute, told a press conference that the initial investigation indicated the virus had passed from an infected person to a pig and then spread throughout the herd. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Hundreds line up for first round of H1N1 vaccines Nov 6, 2009
Other signs include a sore throat, muscle aches, chills, coughing and sneezing, and some people may have diarrhea and vomiting. The county, in response to a threat of a flu pandemic stemming from the high number of H1N1 flu cases reported in Michigan and the nation, has declared a "County Heightened State of Alert." This enables the county to implement activities to safeguard the county's interests, including the mass vaccination program offered through the free clinics. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Editorial: Flu sense Nov 5, 2009
People should stay out of the hospital if they just have basic flu symptoms, which include a fever of 100-plus degrees, cough, sore throat, aches, chills, runny nose and sometimes vomiting and diarrhea. Going to the hospital without needing to risks spreading the virus unnecessarily. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
FDA: Diabetes drug Byetta tied to kidney problems Nov 5, 2009
In general, side effects of Byetta can include diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting, which may contribute to changes in kidney function, says Dr. Richard Hellman, the past president of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, and a clinical professor at the University of Missouri--Kansas City School of Medicine. "It is thought that the main reason nausea occurs is the effects of Byetta on the stomach," he says. (CNN -- Health)
'WE WON LAST NIGHT' Nov 5, 2009
She doesn't have a clue what she's talking about - just the usual verbal diarrhea. When the GOP wins the House and Senate back in 2010, will she call that a win too. (The Drudge Report)
Flu spikes absences at St. Francis Xavier School in Weymouth Nov 5, 2009
Some people have reported diarrhea and vomiting. These ailments are similar to the seasonal flu that typically begins to occur in early January. (Weymouth News, MA)
Key facts about H1N1 Nov 5, 2009
Some people with H1N1 also have reported runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Can people catch H1N1 from eating pork. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Health Tip: Have a Food Allergy? Nov 5, 2009
Diarrhea, abdominal pain, cramping or vomiting. Swelling. (MEDLINEplus)
Schools plan for H1N1 vaccinations Nov 5, 2009
8 degrees Celsius or greater, cough, sore throat, a runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, fatigue, and possibly vomiting or diarrhea. Keeping children with a fever at home will reduce the number of people who may get infected. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Diet and Breastfeeding Nov 5, 2009
Breastfeeding also lowers the risk of health problems in babies, including ear infections, diarrhea, respiratory infections, asthma and obesity when they get older. It has also been proven that premature babies do better on breast milk than on formula milk. (Suite101.com)
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,571049,00.html?loomia_ow=t0:s0:a4:g4:r5:c0.000000:b0:z5 Nov 4, 2009
In less serious cases, the potentially deadly bacterium can cause bloody diarrhea and dehydration. Some of the ground beef was sold at Trader Joe's, Price Chopper, Lancaster, Wild Harvest, Shaw's, BJ's, Ford Brothers and Giant stores in packages that carried the number "EST. 492" on the label. (Fox News)
Caswell County Health Department offers information on seasonal flu, H1N1 Nov 4, 2009
Most people that become sick with flu symptoms (fatigue, fever, sore throat, muscle aches, chills, coughing, sneezing, diarrhea and vomiting) feel better within a week. However, some people get pneumonia or other serious illnesses and some people have to be hospitalized and some may die. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Another flu shot clinic on Saturday Nov 4, 2009
Some people have also reported diarrhea and vomiting. People should wash their hands frequently and cover their nose and mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
What women's symptoms really mean Nov 4, 2009
Persistent tummy trouble: If you have diarrhea, cramping, or rectal bleeding, don't wait weeks for it to vanish. Those symptoms could be signs of inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's or ulcerative colitis), which increases the risk of colon cancer. (CNN)
