Japan: A recent case study published in BMC Nephrology has highlighted a rare instance of peritoneal dialysis (PD)-associated ...

Immunizations are one of the most effective strategies in protecting the most vulnerable. This includes newborns, toddlers ...

Researchers have identified handling of freshwater fish as the key risk factor in an outbreak in Hong Kong. Invasive Group B ...

By Sharon AtienoDespite the availability of pneumococcal conjugate vaccines (PCVs)- responsible for protection against bacteria that cause pneumonia and meningitis among other diseases- many African ...

Mitral valve stenosis is a narrowing of the mitral valve, often due to rheumatic fever. It causes breathlessness, chest pain, ...

Current approaches in bioengineering are synthesized and methods for their implementation are suggested for the induction and modulation of trained immunity in the treatment of human diseases.

Dr Wambulwa outlines the specific health risks posed by dirty beddings: "Dirty beddings can make you sick by harbouring ...

I am 72 years old and in good health. Last fall, I got weak and shaky while working in my yard. It was a hot day, so my ...

In patients with pharyngitis, point-of-care testing for group A beta-hemolytic Streptococcus significantly reduces antibiotic ...

The mother of one of your patients comes urgently into your clinic after the acute onset of severe pain involving the middle ...

Despite advancements in healthcare, pneumococcal disease continues to pose a serious and growing threat to adults in India, particularly those over the age of 50 and individuals with ...

The risk of a stroke may be increased by a common bacteria found in the mouth and gut, suggests a new study. Higher levels of ...