Student, 25, lost several limbs and required hand transplant after vomiting in the night and ‘brick skin’ appeared
BECCA Heritage had been enjoying her first weeks at University when she started vomiting “relentlessly”. “After hours of it ...
University of Liverpool6d
Meningitis: Don’t ignore the signs and symptoms
The symptoms can appear in any order. Some may not appear at all. In the early stages, there may not be a rash, or if there is a rash the rash may fade on pressure. You should be alert to the signs ...
BBC4d
'My hand transplant changed my life'
With her organs failing and a rash on her arms and legs ... She volunteers with charity Meningitis Now to boost vaccine awareness among students and is also working to inform more people about hand ...
Business and Financial Times on MSN1d
CSM claims 10 lives in Upper West Region
By Rafiq Nungor ADAM Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM) has claimed 10 lives in the Upper West Region, with 42 suspected cases ...
Doctor says man flu is not a real illness, but half think it is
“The flu can share symptoms of a more serious illness. If you are concerned, speak to your doctor. Meningitis, malaria, and ...
BMJ5d
Ask an expert: HIV in primary care
What you need to know ### BMJ Learning To obtain accredited continuous professional development points, subscribers to BMJ Learning can complete the full module at The module contains seven ...
oogiebear2d
5 Serious Baby Illness Symptoms to Look Out For
If you’re a new parent, you’re likely worried about all the potential medical issues that might arise. In most cases, there’s ...
Nairametrics5d
Nigeria on alert after Ebola outbreak confirmed in Uganda – NCDC DG
The Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), Dr. Jide Idris, has announced that the country ...
The Guardian Nigeria6d
Nigeria on alert as Uganda confirms Ebola outbreak, says NCDC
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has placed the country on high alert following the confirmation of an Ebola Virus ...