Cart is empty Contrary to popular belief, firearm deaths in the U.S. are statistically more likely in small towns, not major cities, according to new research. Across the country, gun suicides are more common than gun homicides, and gun suicides are largely responsible for an increase in gun deaths over the past few decades, the study also finds.
Neuronal activity shapes the development of astrocytes, shows study
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine have unraveled the processes that give astrocytes, the most abundant glial cell in the brain, their special bushy shape, which is fundamental for brain function. They report in the journal Nature that neuronal activity is necessary and sufficient for astrocytes to develop their complex shape, and interrupting this developmental process results in disrupted brain function.
Randomized clinical trial shows reduction in surgical site infections
The first-ever randomized clinical trial linked to registry data from the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS NSQIP) shows that for patients undergoing pancreatoduodenectomy, also known as the Whipple procedure, a change in antibiotics before the procedure reduces the rate of surgical site infections (SSIs). The findings were published recently in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA).
John Chinena traders attack fire brigade officers for allegedly going late to quench the inferno at the market
FIRE Brigade officers were today attacked by marketeers at John Chinena market in Chibombo area of Central Province when they arrived at the scene of a fire late. The officers who went to try and quench a fire that engulfed around 100 to 150 meters of makeshifts stalls at the market were forced to run […]
Study leads to first positive surgical trial in the deadliest type of stroke
The results of a promising surgical treatment for hemorrhagic strokes, led by researchers at Emory University School of Medicine since 2017, were announced Saturday in a late-breaking clinical trial presentation at the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) meeting in Los Angeles.
Plastic particles themselves, not just chemical additives, can alter sex hormones
Amid rising evidence that additives designed to improve plastics also disrupt sex hormones, a Rutgers laboratory trial shows that plastic itself can do likewise when inhaled at moderate levels.
Chinsali man commits suicide after misunderstanding with his wife over a K1,000
A 40-year-old man of Chinsali has allegedly committed suicide after an argument with his wife over money he owed her. James Mushibwe is alleged to have borrowed K1,000 from his wife Monica Mulenga, 35 with the intentions of starting a business. However, the deceased is believed to have developed a bad drinking habit and ended […]
EU unveils reforms for cheaper drugs and to avoid shortages
The EU on Wednesday unveiled a long-awaited proposed reform of legislation governing pharmaceutical drugs to make them cheaper, prevent shortages and boost new antibiotic production.
Lusaka man caught cheating on his wife with a dog, police say
A 52-year-old man of Lusaka’s Garden Township has shocked many after he was found cheating on his wife with his own dog. The man only identified as Lungu is believed to have been caught sexually abusing his dog on two occasions. It is also alleged that the sexual acts led to him infecting his wife […]
Mosi Premium Lager keeps the vibes lakka with the new MOSI LIGHT!
Keeping Us Ultra Refreshed – Zambia’s most loved beer, Mosi Premium Lager, introduces a brand-new innovation – Mosi Light – to keep the vibes going even longer. This new, easy drinking and ultra-refreshing beer is brewed with the finest quality ingredients, no added sugar and is less bitter. A “feel good” beer that quenches but […]