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The NHS Covid-19 vaccination programme has administered more than 40 million second doses following a bumper week that saw over 200,000 people coming forward for their second jab. Last week, more than 65,000 people aged 18 and over also stepped up to get their first dose of the Covid-19 jab. The NHS continued to encourage people to come forward for their first, second or third doses. Recent data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) showed that two doses of the vaccine are not enough to avoid the Omicron infection, but a booster significantly increases protection against the variant. Since the start of vaccination programme, NHS England has administered more than 113 million jabs in total. However, more than 1.1 million people aged 18 and over have still not come forward for their second dose.

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wheelchair category (standard, transport, power, etc.) could be classified as a reclining wheelchairs, since the product class is built around one key feature: the capability to adjust the backrest and/or footrest into a reclined position. This feature is especially important to users who find it difficult or impossible to sit in a fully upright position, and users who sleep in their chairs frequently. For those that are looking for a more portable chair, however, products from this category may not be a great fit. When compared with a similar, non-reclining chair, a reclining wheelchair tends to weigh more and - unlike other manual models - manual wheelchairs that recline typically aren't foldable. Some people use special wheelchairs to distribute pressure and thus reduce the risk of skin sores. These chairs also increase comfort and sitting tolerance. One type of chair, called "tilt in space," changes a person's orientation while maintaining fixed hip, knee, and ankle angles. The whole seat, in effect, tilts. The other chair option is called a recline system, which basically changes the seat-to-back angle, flattening out the back of the chair and in some cases raising the legs to form a flat surface. Different Types Of Reclining Wheelchairs: Reclining Wheelchair 902 GC Reclining Wheelchair 609 GC Karma Aurora 4 Reclining Wheelchair Karma Reclining Wheelchair KM 5000 Karma VIP 515 Wheelchair Reclining Wheelchair 902 GC: Reclining Wheelchair 902 GC is one of the basic models of a Reclining Wheelchair which helps transfer to bed to wheelchair easily and comes with head and neck support and Calf support for added comfort. Reclining Wheelchair 902 GC Features: The chair boast of movable armrest and elevating footrest. A well padded thigh support helps the user thigh's during reclining. The front and the rear wheels are designed and placed in such a way so as to support the users weight during reclining. The Pneumatic rear wheels help the movement

Gut: as a second brain?  

UK regulator has approved a second oral antiviral for early treatment of Covid-19 in high-risk adults, after molnupiravir. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) gave its nod for a new treatment called Paxlovid (PF-07321332 and ritonavir), after finding it safe and effective at reducing the risk of hospitalisation and death in people diagnosed with mild Covid-19 infection. Developed by Pfizer, Paxlovid prevents the multiplying of virus, helping the body to overcome the infection. A clinical trial for the treatment in high risk individuals revealed that a five-days course of Paxlovid reduces the risk of hospitalisation and death by 89 per cent. It further revealed that Paxlovid is most effective when taken in the early stage of infection. Dr June Raine, MHRA chief executive, said: "We now have a further antiviral medicine for the treatment of Covid-19 that can be taken by mouth rather than administered intravenously. This means it can be administered outside a hospital setting, before Covid-19 has progressed to a severe stage."

UTI stands for urinary tract infection.Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the second most common reason people visit their doctors. While both men and women get UTIs, women are more prone to them. The urinary tract consists of: Kidneys, Uterus, ...

UTI stands for urinary tract infection.Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the second most common reason people visit their doctors. While both men and women get UTIs, women are more prone to them. The urinary tract consists of: Kidneys, Uterus, ...

Reclining Back Wheelchair( bed cum wheelchair ) which are suitable for indoor as well as outdoor purposes. These wheel chairs are manufactured using high quality material to ensure high strength and durability. Wheelchairs are available in foldable frames and are capable for maximum weight. Reclining wheelchairs are available in standard folding frames with extended head supports and seat widths up to 24" wide. The recline mechanism is attendant operated with levers much like a bicycle brake lever. The levers operate hydraulic (pump) mechanisms for a smooth adjustment. Using this Recliner Wheelchair mechanism, the chair back can easily and frequently be positioned to any angle. Reclining Wheelchair 609 GC: Reclining Wheelchair 609 GC is one of the multipurpose chairs which boast of features like reclining, inbuilt commode, customized armrest and footrest and foldable nature of the chair. Reclining Wheelchair 609 GC Features: The wheelchair can be folded within very easily within seconds, making it easier during travels and outings. The backrest of the chair can be easily reclined, giving the user the freedom to relax by not moving up from the chair. The footrest can be inclined and adjusted so as to make the user comfortable during reclining or otherwise. A well paded thigh support is an add-on to the footrest. The front and rear wheels of the chair are designed and placed in such a way so as to support the reclining of the user, making it a very safe and friendly wheelchair. The inbuilt commode has its seat just underneath the main seat of the chair; it can be used by just removing the main seat. The Wheelchair can also be folded from between by just removing the commode and the chair's seat. This Wheelchair's functionality gives the user total freedom. Easy to fold and unfold within seconds. Reclining Wheelchair 609 GC Measurements: Frame Style : Foldable Frame Material : MS Chrome Plated open position wheel to wheel width in : 26" (inch

So goes your gut, so goes your brain and mood

The Baxter SIGMA Spectrum Infusion System is redefining smart technology with Second Generation software to help prevent pump-related medication errors. The SIGMA Spectrum Infusion System provides multiple error prevention systems along with bi-directional wireless communication and comprehensive log analysis software to create CQI reports. SIGMA Spectrum pump provides rapid, intuitive work-flow using a bright, easy to read color display and on-board digital help screens. SIGMA Spectrum pump also provides economic value by utilizing Baxter's standard IV administration sets.

The Baxter SIGMA Spectrum Infusion System is redefining smart technology with Second Generation software to help prevent pump-related medication errors.

The Baxter SIGMA Spectrum Infusion System is redefining smart technology with Second Generation software to help prevent pump-related medication errors.

Several interesting points about this article.  Cadmium is a non-carcinogen.  Cadmium acts through estrogen receptors.  Cd acts as an estrogen.  Second, melatonin inhibits ER alpha, which promotes inflammation and growth signaling.

Don't get to excited about this article.  It is just a meta-analysis.  Second, they looked at BMI and BMI is a notoriously bad estimater of muscle mass versus fat content.  I am the perfect example, my BMI has me as obese, yet my measured fat % is 16%.   My read on this, is most of the individuals that are "overweight" are actually at a health weight with a higher muscle mass percentage not picked up with the BMI measurement.

study finds that HRT given as women transition through menopause has benefiical effect in people with Alzheimer's.  However, when given years later, after menopause, no benefit is found.  In fact, rates increased.  Several flaws with this study.  First, they used synthetic hormones, particularily progestins.  Second, there seems to be no thought that the interpretation of the signal  has changed.  For example, we know that when men have low T, their estrogen receptor status changes from ER beta to ER alpha, which is more proinflammatory.  Third, use bioidentical hormones and compare these to synthetic hormones.

Aamir Khan, the founder of Paani Foundation, today publicized the second version of Satyamev Jayate ...

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Flat and/or abnormal diurnal cortisol patterns found to be associated with earlier mortality in breast cancer.  The flatter cortisol pattern, the earlier the mortality.  Several points here: this highlights the impact of cortisol on the immune system.  Second, this reveals how much of the research has moved to saliva as the gold standard.  This study by the NCI, used salivary cortisol to evaluate the risk of breast cancer survivors.

estrogen shown to have two sites of negative feedback in men. First in the hypothalamus and second in the pituitary.  In many men, aromatase inhibition can restore the HPA by eliminating the negative feedback of estrogen on the hypothalamus and the pituitary.

this study of 40 obese patients found saliva cortisol testing less specific than urinary; but more than Dexamethasone suppression test.  The problem with this is several fold: first, this is done via ELIZA and not Mass Spec and second, 24 hour urine collection is hard to achieve in real life.

no change in prostate cancer progression in man with prostate cancer on testosterone therapy.    Additionally, the PSA decreased.  The follow up was 2 years.  Two negatives: first, this was an observation study of one man, second,  was that analysis was via serum and I don't see that aromatase activity was monitored.  

LC-MS/MS overcomes the limitations of immunoassays in hormone testing.  LC-MS/MS is the new gold standard with sensitivity, specificity, and ease second to none.  LC-MS/MS is the bench science now coming to the practice of medicine.