The Lifesciences Magazine

  According to newly released information from the National Centre for Health Statistics of the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, millions of Americans report having lengthy COVID-19, either in the past or at the time of the survey. According to studies released on Tuesday based on data from the 2022 National Health Interview Survey, 6.9% of American adults reported having lengthy COVID at some point in their lives, while 3.4% reported having it at the time of the interview. According to U.S. Census data, that would suggest that since the epidemic started, around 18 million people have experienced the illness. Women were more likely than males to report protracted COVID, a range of symptoms that can be crippling and may last for months or years following an illness. Age had an impact on the results as well, with persons aged 35 to 49 being the most likely to report having lengthy COVID-19 either now (4.7%) or in the past (8.9%). Data for youngsters showed that 0.5% now re...

  The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will award Northeastern University in Boston $17.5 million to direct an innovation centre devoted to the early diagnosis and prevention of infectious diseases. Northeastern Global News (NGN) of the university reports that the Centre for Advanced Epidemic Analytics and Predictive Modelling Technology, or EPISTORM, will “help detect and prepare the United States for the next outbreak of infectious disease , especially in rural areas.” The money will be used to organise the efforts of different consortium members across the United States in order to get local communities ready for outbreaks of RSV and seasonal flu. According to Northeastern professor Alessandro Vespignani, “if we can tell (hospitals) even one or two weeks in advance that the numbers will go up, that they have to make room for two or three more emergency or ICU beds, that could make a difference.” “For epidemics and epidemic threats, we want to be in a place with a...

  Sometimes, choosing a shade of lipstick can also put you in a great dilemma. And then you proceed to take opinions from your best friends or partners. And then you finally arrive at the decision. Have you ever done the same when Choosing the right doctor? Have you ever taken opinions from your best friends or partners to choose a family physician?  Choosing the right doctor is probably one of the most important healthcare decisions you will ever make. Be it a general physician, or a specialist. Finding the right doctor that aligns with your healthcare preferences and values is vital to receiving quality medical care.  In this article, we’ll provide you with a comprehensive guide for Choosing the right doctor who’s the best match for you: 1. Determine Your Healthcare Needs Before you begin your search for a doctor, it’s essential to assess your healthcare needs. Consider factors such as: Your age and gender:  Some doctors specialize in treating specific age groups ...