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health-international1 year ago•6 min saved

"Health-Care Workers and Patients at Risk in Haiti's Chaos"

Haiti is facing a severe healthcare crisis due to the escalating violence and influence of street gangs, which has led to looting of hospitals, frequent electricity outages, and shortages of medications and oxygen. Health workers are being targeted for kidnapping, leading to an exodus of medical professionals and a significant decrease in patients seeking care. The situation is dire, with pregnant women afraid to seek medical attention and reports of deaths due to lack of essential medical services. The turmoil is not only affecting urban areas but also rural regions, exacerbating the already dire medical needs of the population.

via NPR|

#gangs #haiti #health-international

health-international1 year ago•2 min saved

Norwegian King Harald V Hospitalized in Malaysian Island

A Scandinavian Airlines medical evacuation plane has landed in Langkawi, Malaysia, where Norwegian King Harald V is hospitalized and being treated for an infection. The 87-year-old monarch fell ill during a vacation, and his condition is reported to be improving, but he will remain in the hospital for a few more days for treatment and rest before returning home. The Norwegian royal family has not disclosed details of the king's illness, but there is a focus on ensuring his safety and health. This is not the first time King Harald V has faced health issues, as he has been repeatedly ill in recent months, prompting concern about his well-being.

via The Associated Press|

#health-international #king-harald-v #langkawi

health-international1 year ago•2 min saved

"WHO Addresses China's Chimera Bird Flu Cases and Low Spread Risk"

The World Health Organization (WHO) has assessed the risk of human-to-human transmission of a recently reported bird flu case in China as "low" after a person was infected with combined H3N2 and H10N5 strains of avian influenza. Despite public confidence in Beijing's ability to handle infectious diseases being low, the WHO and Chinese health authorities have reassured the public and international community, emphasizing the episodic nature of the transmission and ongoing monitoring efforts. The 63-year-old woman from Anhui province, who had pre-existing health conditions, succumbed to the infection, but there has been no evidence of sustained human transmission of these avian flu viruses, and no additional suspected human cases have been identified.

via Newsweek|

#bird-flu #china #h10n5

health-international2 years ago•2 min saved

"Rising American Deaths Linked to Cosmetic Surgery in the Dominican Republic, CDC Reports"

A CDC report revealed that 93 Americans have died from cosmetic surgeries in the Dominican Republic from 2009 to 2022, with over half of the deaths occurring after 2018. Most cases involved gluteal fat transfer procedures, and embolisms were the leading cause of death. The report emphasized the importance of considering patient and operative risk factors before proceeding with elective cosmetic surgery. Medical tourism, driven by lower costs and wait times, poses risks, as highlighted by the recent kidnapping of Americans in Mexico after a cosmetic surgery procedure. Additionally, a separate CDC report found cases of an antibiotic-resistant bacterial infection linked to cosmetic surgery in Florida.

via NBC News|

#cdc #cosmetic-surgery #dominican-republic