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Crowding, mobility predict TB infection among kids
Crowding, mobility predict TB infection among kids
04 Dec 2024

A high prevalence of tuberculosis (TB) infection is seen among children and adolescents residing in rural Uganda, a study has found. Crowding and mobility are some of the factors associated with TB risk.

Crowding, mobility predict TB infection among kids
04 Dec 2024
Low BMD predicts death, infections in stroke patients
Low BMD predicts death, infections in stroke patients
04 Dec 2024

Stroke patients who have low bone mineral density (BMD), particularly in the spine and femur, are at greater risk of mortality and urinary tract infection (UTI), reveals a study.

Low BMD predicts death, infections in stroke patients
04 Dec 2024
Motherhood among breast cancer survivors: Studies provide reassuring evidence on breastfeeding
Motherhood among breast cancer survivors: Studies provide reassuring evidence on breastfeeding
03 Dec 2024 byDr. Eva Blondeaux; Dr. Fedro Peccatori; Dr. Maria Alice Franzoi

For new mothers who have undergone breast cancer treatment, including those who harbour the BRCA gene mutation, breastfeeding appears to be a safe and viable option, posing no increased risk of recurrence or development of new breast cancers, according to new research.

Motherhood among breast cancer survivors: Studies provide reassuring evidence on breastfeeding
03 Dec 2024