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Guidelines for Preventing Opportunistic Infections Among Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Recipients

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recurring lung infection :: Article Creator Chronic Lung Disease Rates Increase In Louisiana, Despite National Rates Remaining The Same In 2021, 138,825 people died from COPD, making it the sixth overall leading cause of death and the fifth disease-related cause of death behind heart disease, cancer, COVID-19, accidents and stroke, according to state health data. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease refers to a large group of lung diseases that interfere with regular breathing. Symptoms of COPD include a long-term cough, shortness of breath, tiredness and frequent lung infections or wheezing. There is no cure for COPD. From 2011 to 2021, prevalence of COPD among adults remained stable overall, decreasing nationally from 6.1% prevalence in 2011 to 6.0% prevalence in 2021, state health data shows. In Louisiana, however, the rate of COPD cases increased. In 2021, approximately 297,000 people had COPD in the state, according t...
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Guidelines for Preventing Opportunistic Infections Among Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Recipients

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recurring lung infection :: Article Creator Chronic Lung Disease Rates Increase In Louisiana, Despite National Rates Remaining The Same In 2021, 138,825 people died from COPD, making it the sixth overall leading cause of death and the fifth disease-related cause of death behind heart disease, cancer, COVID-19, accidents and stroke, according to state health data. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease refers to a large group of lung diseases that interfere with regular breathing. Symptoms of COPD include a long-term cough, shortness of breath, tiredness and frequent lung infections or wheezing. There is no cure for COPD. From 2011 to 2021, prevalence of COPD among adults remained stable overall, decreasing nationally from 6.1% prevalence in 2011 to 6.0% prevalence in 2021, state health data shows. In Louisiana, however, the rate of COPD cases increased. In 2021, approximately 297,000 people had COPD in the state, according t...
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Opportunistic etiological agents causing lung infections: emerging need to transform lung-targeted delivery

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Immune evasion and provocation by Mycobacterium tuberculosis

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lung malignancy :: Article Creator Top Lung Cancer Stories In 2024 CURE compiled the top stories in the lung cancer space, including treatment updates and the potential of cancer vaccines. Text Top Stories typed on retro typewriter: © MP Studio - stock.Adobe.Com Throughout 2024, CURE covered a variety of stories in the lung cancer space, including non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and small cell lung cancer (SCLC). We compiled a list of the top stories in lung cancer, some of which focus on new treatment strategies like cancer vaccines. Lower Keytruda Doses May Be as Effective as Standard Doses for Stage 4 NSCLC Study findings have indicated that one-year survival rates were comparable in patients with stage 4 NSCLC receiving either a standard or reduced dose of Keytruda (pembrolizumab), thereby justifying continued enrollment in the NVALT-30 trial. The study found no significant difference in overall survival between treatment...
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Non-tuberculous mycobacteria lung disease due to Mycobacterium chimaera in a 67-year-old man treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors for lung adenocarcinoma: infection due to dysregulated immunity?

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streptococcal skin infection contagious :: Article Creator What Is Strep A And What Are The Symptoms? Health officials say parents should be aware of an infection called strep A, after children in the UK died from it. Since Covid restrictions eased, there are more opportunities for infections like this to spread. Cases have been increasing in recent weeks. While most people do not get extremely sick, the highly contagious bacterium that causes the infection can cause serious illness and complications. What is strep A? It's sometimes found in the throat or on the skin. Many people carry it harmlessly without even knowing, but they can spread it to others who might become ill. How do you catch strep A? People can catch it through close contact and from coughs and sneezes. Outbreaks can sometimes happen in places like schools and care homes. What are the symptoms of strep A? Most ofte...
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Manual on meat inspection for developing countries

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contagious skin bacterial infection :: Article Creator Are You Contagious? Check When You're Most Likely To Spread COVID, The Flu, Norovirus And Other Common Illnesses It's that time of year! People are spreading holiday cheer — and germs, leading to sicknesses like COVID, flu, RSV, norovirus stomach bug and more. But how long are you contagious? Dr. Carla Garcia Carreno, Children's Medical Center Plano director of infection prevention and control, is already seeing upticks in RSV, COVID and flu in her area, she told CBS News.  And a late winter wave of COVID infections is also looking likely. COVID-19 surveillance data indicates that the winter wave is beginning later than in past seasons where the median peaks were in December or January, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  Luckily, there are ways to help prevent illness, including social distancing, washing our hands and getting vaccinated.  But if you ...
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Immune evasion and provocation by Mycobacterium tuberculosis

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chronic lung disease symptoms :: Article Creator Lung Disease News Nov. 27, 2024 — In patients with long COVID, lower pulmonary gas exchange may be associated with impaired cognitive function, according to a new ... Oct. 28, 2024 — An abnormal BMI in children -- be it high or low -- can now be associated with impaired lung function, but if their BMI is normalized before they reach adulthood, the impairment can be offset, ... Oct. 25, 2024 — A new study reveals that the notorious bacterial pathogen Pseudomonas aeruginosa must balance between effectively colonizing human airways and developing antibiotic tolerance to ... Oct. 11, 2024 — Clinician-scientists analyzed samples from patients' airways and blood, finding distinct changes in children with severe cases of RSV, including an increase in the number of natural killer (NK) ... Oct. 7, 2024 — Researchers have discovered a natural immune mechanism in mice that stops escaped can...
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Guidelines for Preventing Opportunistic Infections Among Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Recipients

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Opportunistic etiological agents causing lung infections: emerging need to transform lung-targeted delivery

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symptoms of pneumonia in lungs :: Article Creator Healthy Lungs Signs: 7 Proven Indicators Your Lungs Are Working Just Fine Signs of healthy lungs: Here are the top 7 indicators that you body may give when your lungs are working just fine! Healthy Lungs Signs: 7 Proven Indicators Your Lungs Are Working Just Fine Healthy Lungs Signs: Your lungs are working tirelessly to provide oxygen to every cell in your body while expelling carbon dioxide. The health of your lungs directly impacts your energy levels, immune system, and overall quality of life. But how can you tell if your lungs are in excellent condition? A pair of happy, healthy lungs is characterized by easy, unrestricted breathing, high energy levels, and a lack of chronic respiratory symptoms. Understanding the signs of healthy lungs can help you maintain and cherish your respiratory well-being while identifying any potential issues early on. 7 Signs of A Healthy Lungs You Should K...
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