An international group of cardiologists, angiologists and vascular surgeons is calling for regular screening to prevent complications in people with peripheral artery disease (PAD). PAD is a common condition in which plaque buildup in the arteries restricts blood flow to the leg muscles. While many people with PAD have no symptoms, some may experience painful […]
A multidisciplinary team of UC Davis Health experts is urging health systems to create wildfire preparedness action plans to support patients with pre-existing respiratory conditions. They are urging providers to proactively implement interventions to mitigate the effects of impoverished air quality caused by smoke. Their article published in COPD Foundation Magazineidentifies the needs of high-risk […]
In 2020, about 48 million licensed drivers were over the age of 65. Among this age group, motor vehicle crashes resulted in 7,480 deaths and 149,881 nonfatal injuries. Additionally, 17% of people over the age of 65 (about 8.2 million) experience subtle cognitive impairment and are at increased risk for crashes. An correct assessment of […]
The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) and the World Health Organization (WHO) today called on scientists and governments to strengthen and accelerate global research to prepare for the next pandemic. They emphasized the importance of expanding research to encompass entire families of pathogens that can infect humans—regardless of perceived pandemic risk—as well as focusing […]
