Author Archives: Health

Drop in COVID among seniors boosts confidence in vaccine campaign: ‘It’s absolutely working’

Evidence that COVID-19 vaccines are working is bringing about hope that the pandemic will soon fade in the United States. A Washington Examiner analysis of data from 14 states found that the rate of COVID-19 cases among those aged 65 and older, the group with the highest rates of vaccination, is dropping at a faster… Read More »

Testing homeless people during COVID-19 identifies several new HIV cases, especially in Black people

An innovative peer-centred outreach project, testing homeless and unstably housed people in London during the height of the COVID epidemic for HIV and viral hepatitis, has revealed a significant proportion with HIV who were either undiagnosed, or diagnosed but not in care.  Dr Binta Sultan, physician in Inclusion Health at University College Hospital in London… Read More »

‘Nerve Zap’ for Pain After Surgery May Reduce Need for Opioids

By Sarah D. Collins HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, April 21, 2021 (HealthDay News) — An emerging technology could zap your post-op pain away — little or no opioids needed. The technique is called percutaneous peripheral nerve stimulation. It involves inserting a small wire next to a nerve and using a stimulator to deliver a mild electrical… Read More »

When Fatima Sana Shaikh Had Her ‘City Girl’ Mode On During Ajeeb Daastaans Promotions

Fatima Sana Shaikh made some eye popping statements while promoting her recent release, Ajeeb Daastaans for Netflix. From some trendy outfits to traditional drapes, she picked some ravishing designs whilst having her media interactions. We were particularly fond of her white organza Picchika saree that had handpainted pink flowers on it. It was a smart yet… Read More »