'Bad syrup' kills Nigerian babies Nov 27, 2008
The NAFDAC said symptoms among the children who had taken the syrup included diarrhoea, vomiting, fever and convulsions, and that they had not been able to pass urine for several days. The agency said it had first received reports of possible contamination on 19 November and had begun to confiscate the syrup two days later. (BBC News -- Health)
Zimbabwe's children splash in sewage outside cholera clinic Nov 27, 2008
Cholera causes severe diarrhoea and vomiting that eventually kills a patient, but is easily prevented by washing hands, cleaning foods, and keeping drinking water away from sewage ... "The drinking water -- it smells of sewage. Children are suffering from diarrhoea. We don't know when things will get back to normal," she sighs. (Africasia)
CHOLERA DEATHS Nov 27, 2008
Poor sanitation and water shortages are to blame for cholera, which is a water-borne disease that causes vomiting and acute diarrhoea, it can also lead to death from dehydration. The World Health Organisation says 294 people have been killed by the outbreak and around 6000 people are infected. (AlertNet)
Britons struck by cruise illness Nov 26, 2008
Sixteen people have been taken to local hospitals at Boppard and 23 are having treatment on board the Lady Anne, with symptoms of sickness and diarrhoea. German doctors said the illness had been caused by the norovirus, which can kill young children and the elderly. (BBC News -- UK)
'Hunger republic' Nov 26, 2008
Some 325 children, they say, have died of diarrhoea, measles and acute respiratory distress - diseases typically associated with severe malnutrition - in just four districts between May and October this year. More worryingly, they say, the government is in complete denial. (BBC News -- Health)
NAFDAC raises alarm as 25 die of teething mixture Nov 26, 2008
"We visited ABUTH twice within a few hours of the same day and it was confirmed. As at November 20, 2008, 11 cases were reported, out of which eight had died and three were still on admission and under dialysis at the hospital in Zaria. "Two of the hospitals where the two of the patients were initially admitted before being referred to ABUTH Zaria were visited and the doctors informed that the patients were brought in with fever, diarrhoea, vomiting and were unable to pass urine for seven days.... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Mother 'flushed baby by accident' Nov 25, 2008
But on 28 December last year, a week after her due date, she experienced pains which she put down to diarrhoea. She told the inquest: "While I was still on the toilet, I flushed it, and I felt something pull. I stood up slightly, and I could see a foot in the bowl of the toilet.". (BBC News -- UK)
Guinea Bissau: Coup Bid Highlights Political Volatility Nov 25, 2008
Infant mortality stands at 119 per 1,000 live births, and malaria, acute respiratory infections, diarrhoea and malnutrition remain the major killers of children, UNICEF says. Life expectancy in 2006 was 46 years. (allAfrica.com)
Save the planet: buy a puppy Nov 25, 2008
Contaminated water is also a great home for bacteria that can cause diarrhoea and health-related problems. While cleaning up when walking the dog is easy (always attach biodegradeable bags to the leash), disposal at home throws up difficult choices. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Mugabe tries to hide cholera death toll Nov 23, 2008
With constant diarrhoea, weak limbs and a sore head, he was lucky he could afford to see a doctor. But he explained that he feared the worst for his family because they did not have access to clean water. (Times Online)
Cholera outbreak strikes Zimbabwe Nov 22, 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," he added. Are you in the area. (BBC News)
Folic Acid Deficiency Nov 22, 2008
The Causes Symptoms and Stages of Folate Deficiency and Anemia. Knowing the risk factors, symptoms, tests, and development of folate deficiency may reduce the deficiency rate. (Suite101.com)
Zimbabwe cholera outbreak likely to continue - WHO Nov 22, 2008
Cholera is a water-borne disease that causes vomiting and acute diarrhoea, and can rapidly lead to death from dehydration. It spreads fastest in situations with poor sanitation or where contaminated water is used for drinking or for preparing food. (AlertNet)
Sudan: UN Appeals for U.S.$2 Billion Nov 21, 2008
In some regions of the country, more than half of the population still has no access to clean water, with even fewer able to access proper sanitation, the Coordinator said, adding that diarrhoea remains a leading cause of death in parts of Sudan's east. comments. (allAfrica.com)
Sanitation improves in S.Asia, but long way to go Nov 21, 2008
More than 750 million people in the region still defecate in the open, a dangerous practice that is a leading cause of diarrhoea deaths, according to UNICEF. ... Fellows also linked South Asia's poor sanitation coverage to its high malnutrition rates, as people suffering from diarrhoea are not able to absorb nutrients into their body. (AlertNet)
India sets target of 28 toilets a minute Nov 21, 2008
UNICEF, the UN Children's Emergency Fund, says about 1600 children die every day in India from diarrhoea ... The Indian cricket star, Sachin Tendulkar, has been enlisted to help promote hand washing with soap, which can reduce diarrhoeal cases by almost half and acute respiratory illnesses by 30 per cent.. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
New strain of Ebola virus discovered Nov 21, 2008
The early signs of VHF are usually a high temperature, exhaustion, dizziness, watery diarrhoea and muscle ache. These symptoms are often mistaken for other fevers, such as flu or yellow fever, because VHF is rare. (India Times, India)
C. Diff discovered at Altnagelvin Nov 20, 2008
Staff at the Londonderry hospital said they had noticed an increase of diarrhoea among patients. A "deep clean" is under way, the hospital said, and infection control has been put in place, including the treatment of patients in isolation. (BBC News -- UK)
Somalia: Dozens Die in Diarrhoea Outbreak Nov 20, 2008
com: Somalia: Dozens Die in Diarrhoea Outbreak (Page 1 of 1) ... Somalia: Dozens Die in Diarrhoea Outbreak ... At least 100 people have died in the past four weeks after an outbreak of acute watery diarrhoea (AWD) in and around the town of Abudwaaq, in Galgadud region of central Somalia, medical sources said on 18 November. (allAfrica.com)
South Africa: Zimbabwe's Cholera Crosses Border Nov 20, 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. Relevant Links. (allAfrica.com)
Congo-Brazzaville: Flooding Raises Health Risks Nov 20, 2008
Every year there are outbreaks of diarrhoea and typhoid fever ... "These people, most of them children, suffer from Schistosomiasis, Leptospirosis or diarrhoeal diseases. We're also worried about diseases such as cholera, which last year took many victims," said Dimi ... Leptospirosis is also caused by contact with contaminated water and its symptoms include fever, headache, and vomiting, and may include jaundice and diarrhoea. (allAfrica.com)
Liberia: Monrovians Go Without Toilets Nov 20, 2008
Poor water and sanitation infrastructure contributes to high child deaths from malaria and diarrhoea, which kill 42 percent and 22 percent of Liberian children under age five, respectively, according to the NGO members of the water and sanitation or 'WASH' consortium in Liberia. The NGOs support the government to build up the country's water and sanitation network and advocate for more donor funding. (allAfrica.com)
Breastfeeding alone cuts HIV Nov 20, 2008
They say breastfeeding carries a low transmission risk, but protects against potentially fatal conditions such as diarrhoea and pneumonia. They say it is the best option for most women in the developing world. (BBC News -- Health)
This Christian Aid photo gallery Nov 20, 2008
According to the United Nations, more than five million children die every year of sanitation-related diseases such as diarrhoea. This is because local water supplies become contaminated where there is little or no access to decent sanitation facilities like toilets and wash basins. (AlertNet)
Hidden dangers Nov 19, 2008
So anyone who doesn't wash their hands after handling poultry meat and doesn't disinfect the chopping board before preparing the salad is likely to add themselves or members of their family to the diarrhoea statistics ... But NASA did develop a brilliant system to deliver safe food - because the notion of diarrhoea and vomiting in zero gravity was too awful to contemplate. (BBC News -- UK)
Dangerous bacteria on rise, expert warns Nov 19, 2008
Last week, researchers said a common and sometimes deadly cause of diarrhoea, drug-resistant Clostridium difficile, was far more prevalent in U.S. hospitals than previously thought. They said as many as 13 of every 1,000 patients were infected. (Globe and Mail)
Hospital visits restricted Nov 18, 2008
Symptoms include the sudden onset of nausea followed by projectile vomiting and watery diarrhoea. Some people may have a raised temperature, headaches and aching limbs. (Norwich Evening News)
Winter vomiting bug returns to N&N Nov 14, 2008
The Norovirus stomach bug causes nausea and diarrhoea and is very easily spread from person to person, especially in institutions like hospitals, care homes and schools. The virus lasts around two days and does not need treatment, but people can still carry the virus and infect others up to three days after their own symptoms have stopped. (Norfolk Eastern Daily Press)
Fighting Cuts Off 100,000 in Eastern DRC - UN Chief Nov 13, 2008
"These supplies will help 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, Congo representative for the UN Children's Fund, UNICEF.. Relevant Links. (allAfrica.com)
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)
