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politics13 days ago•2 min saved

McConnell’s Hospitalisation Fuels Speculation Over Return to Senate

US Senate Republican Mitch McConnell, 84, has been hospitalized since mid-June with few details released; his prolonged absence has raised questions about when or if he will return to work, potentially affecting the GOP's narrow 53-47 majority and shaping debates on defence funding and other legislation. McConnell’s office says he’s receiving excellent care and staying involved with staff, and he plans to leave office at the end of his term in January 2027, which could trigger a Kentucky special election if he departs early.

via Al Jazeera|

#hospitalisation #kentucky #mitch-mcconnell

uk1 month ago•0 min saved

Bedford rail crash leaves driver dead and dozens injured as services halt

A fatal collision between two East Midlands trains near Bedford killed the driver and left dozens of passengers injured, with more than 80 treated in hospital and dozens still admitted by Saturday. Rail services between London St Pancras and Bedford were suspended over the weekend as Network Rail works on a complex recovery, while officials pledged a thorough investigation into how the collision occurred.

via BBC|

#bedford #east-midlands-railway #hospitalisation

politics2 months ago•1 min saved

Rudy Giuliani Hospitalized in Critical but Stable Condition, Spokesperson Says

Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani is hospitalized in a 'critical but stable' condition; no cause or duration was disclosed. The 81-year-old had recently hosted a show from Florida amid reported throat issues. Giuliani rose to fame after 9/11 and later advised Donald Trump in the effort to overturn the 2020 election, for which Trump pardoned him, and he was previously hospitalized last year after a car crash in New Hampshire.

via The Guardian|

#americas-mayor #critical-stable #giuliani

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Narges Mohammadi hospitalised as health deteriorates in Iranian prison

Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi, a jailed human-rights activist, was moved from prison to a hospital amid a catastrophic decline in her condition. Supporters say she suffered a suspected heart attack in detention and warn the transfer may have come too late, while doctors prioritise neurological concerns as her family voices alarm.

via Euronews.com|

#health #hospitalisation #human-rights

health6 months ago•65 min saved

Vitamin D Linked to Lower Respiratory Infection Hospitalisations, UK Study Finds

A UK study analyzing about 36,000 adults found that severe vitamin D deficiency (<15 nmol/L) was linked to a 33% higher likelihood of hospital admission for respiratory infections (including flu, pneumonia and bronchitis) compared with those with adequate levels (>75 nmol/L). Moreover, for every 10 nmol/L increase in vitamin D, respiratory infection hospitalisations fell by around 4%. The NHS already recommends a daily 10 microgram vitamin D supplement during autumn and winter, and the vitamin is found in foods like oily fish, red meat, egg yolks and fortified cereals. Published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, the study underscores vitamin D’s potential antiviral benefits and notes older adults and ethnic minority groups are at higher risk of deficiency.

via The Telegraph|

#health #hospitalisation #nhs

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Link Between Heavy Cannabis Use and Increased Anxiety Risk Revealed by New Study"

A Canadian study found that individuals who visited the emergency department for cannabis use had a significantly increased risk of developing anxiety disorders, with over 27% of them developing anxiety within three years compared to just under 6% in the general population. The study, which included over 12 million individuals in Ontario, also highlighted that younger adults and men were particularly at risk. The findings suggest that heavy cannabis use may elevate the risk of anxiety disorders, emphasizing the need for further assessment and intervention for individuals requiring emergency treatment for cannabis use.

via Euronews|

#anxiety #canada #cannabis

entertainment3 years ago•2 min saved

Madonna's NYC Appearance Marks Recovery from Hospitalization

Madonna was spotted in New York City after being hospitalised for a serious bacterial infection. The music legend, who had to cancel her 'Celebration Tour', was seen walking with a friend and leaning on a lampost in a TikTok video. Madonna's manager previously announced her health condition and stated that she is expected to make a full recovery, but all commitments, including the tour, have been paused for now. She is taking her recovery seriously and focusing on her health.

via KTBS|

#bacterial-infection #entertainment #hospitalisation