Worm diet 'treats bowel disorder' Nov 13, 2008
Trials suggest it can dramatically reduce the abdominal pain, bleeding and diarrhoea associated with the disease. According to a report in New Scientist, the drink, which is called TSO, could be on sale in Europe by May if it is approved for use by regulators. (Yahoo News -- Alternative Medicine)
Mozambique: Cholera Spreads in Central Provinces Nov 12, 2008
Cholera is a waterborne intestinal infection causing acute diarrhoea and vomiting; if left untreated, it can cause death from dehydration within 24 hours, yet according to the WHO, cholera is "an easily treatable disease", cured with rehydration salts. Swift intervention by the Ministry of Health with the help of international health NGO M;decins sans Fronti;res (MSF) has resulted in a reduced case fatality rate. (allAfrica.com)
Congo-Kinshasa:Disease Threatens Children in Wake of Fighting Nov 12, 2008
"These supplies will help contain the spread of cholera and diarrhoea, both extremely contagious diseases on the rise in nearly all internally displaced persons' settlements in North Kivu," said UNICEF DRC Representative Pierrette Vu Thi ... WHO has 60 tons of medicines and other supplies to treat cholera and other diarrhoeal diseases in Uganda, ready for transport to North Kivu. (allAfrica.com)
Congo-Kinshasa: Fighting Continues Intermittently in East Nov 11, 2008
"These supplies will contain the spread of cholera and diarrhoea, both extremely contagious diseases on the rise in nearly all internally displaced person settlements in North Kivu," said Pierrette Vu Thi, the agency's DRC Representative. The UN World Food Programme (WFP) reports that nearly two dozen trucks carrying supplies are crossing into Goma from nearby Uganda and Rwanda on a daily basis. (allAfrica.com)
Family fun and fiends Nov 11, 2008
She had fever, diarrhoea and vomited throughout. We were miserable as we had to keep buying diapers and new clothes. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Trial tackles hospital infections Nov 10, 2008
Researchers in Swansea and County Durham will tackle the downside of antibiotics given to elderly patients, which can lead to diarrhoea ... This can lead to antibiotic-associated diarrhoea (AAD) and occasionally the more serious clostridium difficile diarrhoea (CDD) ... Lead researcher Stephen Allen of Swansea University said: "We are planning to include a large number of patients admitted to different types of wards in five different hospitals in two very different NHS regions. Trust consultant... (BBC News)
Kenya: Surprise Surge in Population As Fertility Rises Nov 8, 2008
About 25 per cent of all child deaths happen in the first month of life, it says, and of these, 17 per cent were due to diarrhoea, 15 per cent to HIV/Aids and 14 per cent were malaria-related. Relevant Links. (allAfrica.com)
Spotlight on Ashaiman Nov 8, 2008
Malaria, acute respiratory infections, skin diseases, diarrhoea, chickenpox, hypertension, acute ear infection, eye infection, typhoid as well as home and occupational accidents were named by the Tema Metropolitan Health Directorate as the top 10 medical conditions reported in Ashaiman. Some residents depend on the services of traditional healers. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Killer virus identified Nov 8, 2008
He developed diarrhoea, severe headaches, nausea and vomiting and although he initially seemed to respond to treatment, died on 2 October at the clinic. A third victim of the virus was a nurse from Morningside Medi-Clinic who attended to Deventer. (iAfrica.com)
Stomach bug closes hospital ward Nov 8, 2008
The Wellington Ward at the hospital in Whitechapel has been closed to new admissions since Wednesday afternoon after five patients were discovered to be suffering from diarrhoea. Bosses at Barts and the London Trust, which runs the hospital, are denying that it is linked with the superbug C. Diff, which causes diarrhoea and is particularly common among the elderly ... A hospital spokesman said: "This is a standard precautionary infection control measure to prevent cross infection if the cause of... (East London Advertiser)
Death throes Nov 8, 2008
"Cholera is treatable, just fluids and tetracycline [an anti-biotic] is enough, but if you get people dying of this diarrhoea - that explains the state of the health crisis," Dr Nyamutora says. Deputy Health Minister Edwin Muguti has acknowledged the crisis in the health sector, but has put the blame on international sanctions. (BBC News -- Africa)
Mozambique Cholera Death Toll Rises To 60 Nov 7, 2008
At its most acute, it causes diarrhoea that can lead to death by severe dehydration and kidney failure. Manica is one of four provinces in the Zambezi valley, which was devastated by severe flooding earlier this year. (Planet Ark, United States)
Paladin Reports Record Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results Nov 6, 2008
In July 2008, we acquired the Canadian, Australian and New Zealandian rights to Unisom, a sleep aid and the Canadian rights to Kaopectate, an orally taken medication used for the treatment of mild diarrhoea from Johnson & Johnson Inc. According to IMS, in 2007 combined sales of these two products amounted to $3. 3 million. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
E coli Profits from Human Diet Nov 5, 2008
Escherichia coli, the bacteria responsible for food poisoning, bloody diarrhoea and haemolytic uraemic syndrome, targets a specific sugar that humans make from food. The E coli toxin, Subtilase cytotoxin, damages the delicate cells lining the blood vessels, causing clots, damage to red blood cells and kidney failure. (Suite101.com)
Cholera Outbreaks Kill 49 In Mozambique, Zimbabwe Nov 4, 2008
"The first cases were detected on Friday and up to this morning (Monday) we have registered about 40 deaths from the disease. We suspect more people who drank water from the contaminated lagoon could die or have severe diarrhoea.". Most of the victims were under the age of 14. (Planet Ark, United States)
Diarrhoea grips Majri village, 403 cases in two days Nov 4, 2008
Almost every family in the sleepy hamlet of Majri, near Mohali, has been affected with diarrhoea ... Around 297 diarrhoea patients were reported on Sunday while 106 cases were detected till Monday evening. (Indian Express)
Disaster threatens refugees Nov 3, 2008
Children are already suffering for diarrhoea, malaria and skin diseases. Huddled in fields. (BBC News)
Hanoi suffers as Vietnam flood toll rises to 55 Nov 3, 2008
" Among the latest fatalities were eight deaths in Nghe An province, where five children and an old man drowned in floods and two men were electrocuted when they tried to repair the electric system in their flooded home. In Hanoi, prices for meat and other food have multiplied since the disaster closed many farms, roads and markets. Petrol prices and repair costs for water-damaged motorcycles have also shot up, raising anger over price-gouging. Television reports have shown people catching fish... (Yahoo! Asia News)
Current hospital tests for Clostridium difficile not accurate enough Nov 3, 2008
C difficile is a hospital-acquired infection that can cause diarrhoea and severe bowel inflammation, leading to death in 6-15% of cases ... Estimating the extra first-stage costs at 10,000-30,000 per year, they add: "We predict the savings in antibiotic costs, the enhanced use of isolation facilities, reduced burden on infection control, and reduced cases of C difficile associated diarrhoea across the hospital will offset these additional laboratory expenditures.". (News-Medical.net)
Congo-Kinshasa:Insecurity Prevails Despite Ceasefire Nov 2, 2008
"All of my children have fever and diarrhoea. I'm asking if someone can help my children and bring them food and medicine because I don't know what's there in Kibumba," she said. CNDP forces, led by renegade general Laurent Nkunda, say they are protecting the Tutsi-minority from ex-Interahamwe, Hutu militia who fled Rwanda after committing the genocide. (allAfrica.com)
Cholera-hit Indians 'face hunger' Nov 2, 2008
Diarrhoea and cholera outbreaks happen nearly every year ... "Diarrhoea and cholera outbreaks happen nearly every year in this region and on average about 50 people die annually. But lessons are not being learned," says Bratindi Jenna of aid agency ActionAid. (Yahoo News -- India)
Six months after Cyclone Nargis, a second emergency threatens the Delta Nov 2, 2008
And this brings with it the risk of communicable diseases, such as diarrhoea and typhoid. Each year, many villages in southern areas of the delta have to resort to buying water as their water ponds dry up. (AlertNet)
Upper East Launches World Breast Feeding Week Nov 2, 2008
Exclusive breast-feeding for the first six months ensured that the infant received the maximum health and nutritional benefits from breast milk, he noted, adding that breast milk strengthens the development of the infant's defence system and reduces the risk of many common childhood diseases such as diarrhoea and acute respiratory tract infection. Dr Awoonor-Williams explained that breast feeding also helps increase child spacing through the suppression of ovulation and said increased birth... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
As experts warn the UK could face a measles epidemic, can you spot ... Nov 2, 2008
A: They include a high temperature, runny nose, diarrhoea and a cough. Conjunctivitis and feeling miserable are also typical. (Daily Mail)
Investigation of Swedish cases reveals an outbreak of cryptosporidiosis at a Norwegian hotel with possible links to in-house water systems Nov 2, 2008
Cases were defined as persons with diarrhoea for more than two days or laboratory-confirmed cryptosporidiosis during or within two weeks of the hotel visit ... In total, 25 diarrhoeal cases (10 laboratory-confirmed) were identified among 89 respondents ... This outbreak would probably have remained undetected without the alert from Swedish health authorities, illustrating the difficulties in outbreak detection due to low health care seeking behaviour for diarrhoea and limited parasite... (BioMed Central)
C. diff testing 'is often wrong' Nov 1, 2008
However, in weak or frail patients, particularly those on antibiotics, which can disrupt this balance, the bacterium can cause diarrhoea and severe inflammation of the bowel, which can be fatal. Quick and accurate diagnosis is key, so that patients can be isolated, and other measures taken to try to control the spread of the bug to other vulnerable people. (BBC News)
Cholera in south China now contained to just one city Nov 1, 2008
At its most acute, it can cause diarrhoea that lead to death by severe dehydration and kidney failure. Editor: Yao. (Xinhuanet, China)
Poisoning risk in meat and dairy Oct 31, 2008
Symptoms of poisoning by E. coli SC include bloody diarrhoea and a potentially fatal disease called haemolytic uraemic syndrome. In a gastronomic twist, foods rich in the sugar are also those most likely to become contaminated with E. coli. (The Australian)
Red meat primes body for intestinal germ: study Oct 30, 2008
PARIS (AFP) A steady diet of red meat makes the body more susceptible to a virulent form of intestinal bug that can cause bloody diarrhoea and even death, according to a study to be published on Thursday. Researchers in the United States and Australia said persistently eating red meat appears to prime the body for exposure to this potent form of Escherichia coli (E. coli). (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Plan Ghana assists five communities with toilet facilities Oct 30, 2008
He said such habit would reduce diarrhoea incidence and or prevent it entirely as well as check malaria and other diseases associated with poor sanitary and environmental conditions. The Southern Sector Manager of Plan Ghana, Mrs Emelia Allan commended the people the two communities for their contributions toward the successful completion of the facilities and urged the other communities to emulate their example. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Cholera hits Zimbabwe's capital Oct 30, 2008
He urged people to seek medical help if they experienced signs of diarrhoea, as most deaths were a result of negligence. "We are encouraging people to maintain the highest standards of hygiene and to wash fruits and vegetables before consuming them to avoid contracting the disease," he said. (Xinhuanet, China)
Red meat, dairy milk can be fatal Oct 30, 2008
A research team of Monash University here led by Travis Beddoe has found that Shiga toxigenic Escherichia coli bacteria can cause bloody diarrhoea and the potentially fatal haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS), the commonest cause of acute kidney failure in children. The team studied how a toxin secreted by the E coli strain causes HUS by going from the stomach into cells and the bloodstream, ABC reported. (India Times, India)
Rwanda backs DRC rebels Oct 29, 2008
"If a three-year-old child has diarrhoea he will die in a matter of a week to put it very bluntly.". While in the capital Kinshasa, Michel will meet with DRC President Joseph Kabila, who named a new government of "combat and reconstruction" on Monday in a bid to pacify the giant central African country. (iAfrica.com)
Rice sparks allergic reaction in babies Oct 29, 2008
The condition, food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome, causes vomiting and diarrhoea and was thought to be brought on by milk and soy, and more rarely by vegetables, meats and grains. But an investigation at the Children's Hospital at Westmead found that about half of cases appear to be triggered by rice. (The Age)
Early Trial Of New Multi-kinase Inhibitor Shows Impressive Activity In Thyroid Cancer Oct 28, 2008
The most common adverse effects of the drug included diarrhoea (24%), nausea (18%) and fatigue (15%). In a preclinical study presented on Friday at the conference, XL184 showed encouraging results in boosting sensitivity to erlotinib and gefitinib in drug-resistant lung cancer. (Science Daily)
Restrictions remain over ward bug Oct 26, 2008
The bug causes sickness and diarrhoea and is very easily spread, particularly where people are in close proximity. The visiting restrictions will be reviewed on Monday. (BBC News)
Madagascar:Government's Ambitious Healthcare Project Oct 25, 2008
Madagascar has embarked on a major campaign to reduce maternal and infant mortality, but malaria, respiratory diseases and diarrhoea, a consequence of the lack of access to clean water and poor sanitation, remain among the biggest causes of child deaths ... Dr Hajaharifidy Rasolofo, head of the Sabotsy Namehana health clinic, a town about 17km from the capital, Antananarivo, told IRIN: "Respiratory diseases and diarrhoea are the main causes of death here. Poor sanitation is a huge problem and so... (allAfrica.com)
Another ward at Kettering General Hospital is closed by virus Oct 25, 2008
Main symptoms are vomiting, with or without diarrhoea. It usually lasts two to three days although it can last longer. (Northamptonshire Evening Telegraph)
Somalia:35,000 Driven From Capital Last Month Oct 24, 2008
Over 1,000 cases of diarrhoea have also claimed dozens of lives, and the UN World Health Organization (WHO) and its partners have stepped up their deliveries of medicines and other supplies. IDPs have limited access to sanitation facilities, and many regions of Somalia face water shortages. (allAfrica.com)
Facts About Legionnaire's Disease Oct 24, 2008
Abdominal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea are quite common. Legionnaires disease is a potentially fatal condition; in the United Kingdom in 1996, the mortality rate was 12. (Suite101.com)
Bolgatanga Hospital launches sanitation programme Oct 24, 2008
The Regional Director of Health of Service, Dr. Joseph Awoonor-Williams, said poor sanitation in homes, communities and public places including health facilities contributed enormously to the outbreak of diseases in the region, saying that malaria, diarrhoea, and dysentery cases were high in the area due to poor sanitary practices. The Regional Manager of the National Health Insurance Scheme, Mr. Roger Ayine, said malaria, diarrhoea, and upper respiratory tract infections among others could be... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Two Jailed For Ivory Coast Toxic Dumping, Victims Angry Oct 24, 2008
During the scandal, Abidjan hospitals were overwhelmed as thousands sought treatment for vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea and breathing difficulties after exposure to noxious fumes. (For full Reuters Africa coverage and to have your say on the top issues, visit: http://africa. (Planet Ark, United States)
Diet drug 'doubles weight loss' Oct 23, 2008
The drugs did produce side-effects, ranging from dry mouth and insomnia to nausea and diarrhoea, with the highest dose increasing patients' blood pressure, a concern given that many obese patients may have heart problems or diabetes. The researchers said that the middle dose was more promising because it produced almost as great a weight loss as the highest dose, without the worst side-effect. (BBC News)
New promising obesity drug may have huge potential Oct 23, 2008
The most common side-effects caused by tesofensine were dry mouth, nausea, constipation, hard stools, diarrhoea, and insomnia. The authors conclude that the 0. (EurekAlert!)
Zimbabwe: More Lives At Risk As Cholera Threat Set to Worsen Oct 22, 2008
Cholera is an intestinal infection causing acute diarrhoea and vomiting and. if left untreated, can cause death from dehydration within 24 hours. (allAfrica.com)
Chester hospital ward closed due to winter vomiting virus Oct 22, 2008
THE Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has shut Ward 42 to all visitors to contain an outbreak of vomiting and diarrhoea. Two cases are confirmed as being caused by norovirus. (ChesterChronicle.co.uk)
full text of the speech Oct 22, 2008
Additional resources for the health sector provide for the introduction of three new child vaccines to reduce deaths from pneumonia and diarrhoea, new proposed salary scales for doctors, dentists, pharmacists and related professional, expanding TB track and trace teams and increased take-up of antiretroviral treatment programmes Resources to expand investment in agriculture with a view to extending extension services and providing better support for small scale farmers; and Increasing... (Business Report, South Africa)
Shigella outbreak hits Sydney Oct 22, 2008
Symptoms include stomach cramps, diarrhoea, fever and nausea. ACON suggests anyone with symptoms contact their doctor, but for most people the infection is left to run its course. (Sydney Star Observer)
Bacterium 'to blame for Crohn's' Oct 21, 2008
CROHN'S DISEASE Can affect any part of the gut Most commonly affects the lower end of the small intestine - the ileum Symptoms include, pain, ulcers and diarrhoea Medication can relieve symptoms, but surgery to remove part of the gut may be required. The researchers, from the Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique, had already shown that patients with Crohn's disease have a marked deficiency in bacteria from the Clostridium leptum group. (BBC News)
Ethiopia: Hunger, Disease Stalk Millions in Drought-Hit Country Oct 21, 2008
While acute diarrhoea cases have reduced by 50 per cent since 2006 due to joint efforts by federal authorities, WHO and other health partners, key risk factors persist. Meningitis epidemics occurred in three districts, and 50 measles outbreaks were recorded until July, all of which were controlled through mass vaccinations. (allAfrica.com)
Zimbabwe: Cholera Outbreak Spreads to Rural Areas Oct 21, 2008
Cholera is an intestinal infection causing acute diarrhoea and vomiting and, if left untreated, can cause death from dehydration within 24 hours. It is easily treatable with rehydration salts. (allAfrica.com)
Worm diet 'treats bowel disorder' Oct 21, 2008
Trials suggest it can dramatically reduce the abdominal pain, bleeding and diarrhoea associated with the disease. According to a report in New Scientist, the drink, which is called TSO, could be on sale in Europe by May if it is approved for use by regulators. (Yahoo News -- Alternative Medicine)
Merck eyes top slot in vaccine market by 2013 Oct 21, 2008
This includes vaccines for cancer, rotavirus (diarrhoea) and shingles. Merck is looking at tying up with the government to sell its vaccines under various national immunisation programmes. (Economic Times)
Providing toilets, safe water is top route to reducing world poverty: UN University Oct 20, 2008
Each year, estimated 4 billion people contract diarrhoeal diseases ... Chronic diarrhoea can also result in child malnutrition, making them susceptible to other diseases and resulting in 860,000 deaths per year ... Some 94% of diarrhoea cases are preventable. (EurekAlert!)
Six die of diarrhoea in Assam Tea garden Oct 19, 2008
A total of six people died and another 25 have been affected by diarrhoea in the hospitals of Golaghat and Dergaon while allegation of inappropriate health facilities has come into focus ... The manager of the garden had reported the Golaghat SDMO on October 11 about the outbreak of diarrhoea in the tea garden, but the SDMO failed to take appropriate measures to tackle the problem immediately ... It is to be noted here that a total of 25-30 people had died in diarrhoea at the same garden some... (Newstrack India)
Diarrhoea and skin irritations among tomato growers in Fanteakwa Oct 18, 2008
Bosuso (ER), Oct.17, GNA - Reports indicate that from 2005 the Fanteakwa District Hospital at Begoro have been recording conditions such as diarrhoea and skin irritations from tomato growers in the area who used agrochemicals extensively. Mr Frederick Kwame Ofosu, Fanteakwa District Director of Health Services, who disclosed this at a day's seminar of the Peace Farmers Association at Bosuso on Friday said in 2005, of the 1,059 cases of diarrhoea reported 420 were from vegetable growers who used... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Paediatrician commends GHS for introducing screening of new born babies Oct 18, 2008
Dr Akoto said children born with sickle cell disease often suffered from stroke, chronic leg ulcers, hip neurosis, and poor academic performance, and was among the commonest diseases after malaria and diarrhoea. He appealed to the public to test their blood groups before marriage and said treatment of the disease was expensive. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Zimbabwe: Water Wars Hit Rural Part of the Country Oct 17, 2008
Earlier this year, medical staff at the public hospital in Plumtree reported an outbreak of diarrhoea caused by contaminated drinking water. In Plumtree, not only the river has dried up. (allAfrica.com)
Living With Irritable Bowel Syndrom... Oct 17, 2008
IBS causes abdominal pain and diarrhoea, often alternating with painful constipation ... It is known by a variety of other names, including spastic colon, spastic colitis, mucous colitis, nervous diarrhoea, nervous colon and nervous or functional bowel ... Diarrhoea or constipation. (Suite101.com)
CFIA updates warning over No Name flour Oct 16, 2008
Based on normal levels of consumption for food made from this flour (such as bread), the iron and niacin could lead to symptoms such as flushed and itchy skin, as well as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. The CFIA has received reports of four reactions. (CBC.ca)
Men in the north of England have dirtier hands Oct 16, 2008
The study has been released to coincide with , a public-private partnership set up to promote hand washing with soap to reduce diarrhoea and other infections in developing countries ... 9 million people die from diarrhoea every day ... In Britain, an estimated one in five has an episode of diarrhoea each year. (guardian.co.uk)
Millions mark UN hand-washing day Oct 15, 2008
Unicef says using soap to wash hands, particularly after contact with excreta, can reduce diarrhoeal diseases by over 40% and respiratory infections by 30. Diarrhoea and respiratory infections are the main cause for child deaths in India ... With such poor sanitation standards, it is little surprise that children in the region are susceptible to diarrhoea, hepatitis and pneumonia - often leading to their deaths, the UN says. (BBC News)
Britons don't wash hands often: Survey Oct 15, 2008
Mike Catchpole, director of the Health Protection Agency's Centre for Infections (HPA), says: "Hand washing is one of the most important ways of controlling the spread of infections, especially those that cause diarrhoea and vomiting, colds and flu.". Figures with HPA suggest that cases of norovirus, the winter vomiting bug, are rising and that the annual norovirus season is likely to have begun already. (Times of India)
Indians wash their hands off sanitation Oct 14, 2008
And a study by Curtis and Cairncross in 2003 suggested that washing hands with soap can reduce diarrhoeal diseases by over 44% and respiratory infections by 30. The figures are poignant when read along with the fact that diarrhoea alone contributes to 1,000 deaths of children under five years of age each day, according to the UNICEF estimates announced in 2007. (Times of India)
Killer virus identified Oct 13, 2008
He developed diarrhoea, severe headaches, nausea and vomiting and although he initially seemed to respond to treatment, died on 2 October at the clinic. A third victim of the virus was a nurse from Morningside Medi-Clinic who attended to Deventer. (iAfrica.com)
