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Doctor who flagged equipment shortage lauds Kerala govt's move to end floor treatment
3+ hour, 28+ min ago (379+ words) Thiruvananthapuram | Senior doctor Haris Chirakkal, who had earlier triggered a political controversy by highlighting shortages of surgical equipment at the Government Medical College Hospital here, has welcomed the Kerala government's initiative to end the practice of accommodating patients on hospital…...
Who Was Martha Lillard? Last U.S. Polio Survivor To Depend On An Iron Lung Who Breathed Her Last At 78
3+ hour, 42+ min ago (464+ words) Updated Jul 12, 2026 | 07:00 PM IST Martha Lillard, the last person in the United States to rely on an iron lung for breathing, passed away, making the end of a chapter in American medical history that goes back to the devastating polio…...
Genetically modified babies are closer to reality after scientists edited specific letters of human embryo DNA with unprecedented precision, although errors and risks still prevent its use in pregnancies.
4+ hour, 27+ min ago (1642+ words) Genetic editing of human embryos has achieved unprecedented precision in two new studies with material donated by in vitro fertilization patients. The technique managed to modify specific letters of DNA with fewer chromosomal damages, but unwanted alterations and unedited cells…...
Mirembe Provides Training on Mental Health Medication Use for Children
5+ hour, 24+ min ago (317+ words) A regional health organization has launched a comprehensive training program focused on the proper administration of psychiatric medications for children, addressing growing concerns about mental health treatment in pediatric populations. Mirembe, a healthcare organization, has initiated specialized training sessions aimed…...
'Outstanding' medical centre shares secret to success following top CQC rating
15+ hour, 12+ min ago (381+ words) AN 'outstanding' Bradford medical centre has explained how focusing on prevention measures has been "revolutionary" for the practice. Leylands Medical Centre, based in Heaton, Bradford, received the top grade following a Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection that took place from…...
Companies ditch forced fun: 2026 team building prioritizes wellbeing, smaller events, and genuine connection
8+ hour, 33+ min ago (820+ words) Chris Martin is a US economics and current affairs journalist covering the intersection of policy, markets, and everyday financial life. With a background in financial reporting and a sharp eye for the stories behind the numbers, Chris brings clarity to…...
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12+ hour, 11+ min ago (145+ words) The Pantagraph Javascript is required to use this website. Details for Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Bloomington - Ad from 2026-07-12 Miller Insurance Agency - Ad from 2026-07-10 Wrights Furniture - Ad from 2026-07-08 McLean County Museum of History - Ad from 2026-07-12 SYNERGY HomeCare of Central IL…...
N.L. musician Mark Hiscock's death from sepsis was preventable, says his family
19+ hour, 9+ min ago (60+ words) unpublished.ca N.L. musician Mark Hiscock's death from sepsis was preventable, says his family More than a year after Newfoundland musician Mark Hiscock died unexpectedly from sepsis, his family is still reeling from the loss — and say his death was preventable....
Combined Regional Analgesia for Complex Unilateral Clavicular and Thoracic Trauma Undergoing Clavicle Fixation: A Case Report
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (304+ words) Patients with simultaneous clavicular and ipsilateral thoracic trauma, including multiple rib fractures and traumatic pneumothorax, present a complex perioperative analgesic challenge. Effective pain control must be balanced against the preservation of respiratory function while minimizing opioid-related adverse effects. Individual regional…...
Woman, 78, Last Polio Survivor Living In Iron Lung, Passes Away After Machine Becomes Too Old To Repair
18+ hour, 15+ min ago (932+ words) Martha Ann Lillard, believed to be the last person in the United States to rely on an iron lung, has passed away at the age of 78 after spending more than seven decades living with the effects of polio. Her story…...