In delivering the majority decision, Justice Lim said the court found that Mappim and Gapena failed to meet the requirements under Section 96(a) of the Courts of Judicature Act 1964 to be granted leave to appeal on constitutional matters that had been amended by the petitioners. “Therefore,...
000 years. During the advent of modern surgery in the 19th century, amputation for trauma and infection was common. In the days before anesthetic, surgeons had to be quick: Robert Liston, who was famed for his speed, could reportedly complete anamputation in 30 seconds....
"Give them a good rubdown and give them a good spray with the hose. They hate it but you can make it fun," saidHolly Donohoe, an adjunct professor at Flagler College in St. Augustine, Florida. TheCDC offers additional guidanceon how to check dogs for ticks and prevent Fido from getting...
scratch your bug bites, the more inflamed they become, and the more you risk breaking the skin and causing an infection, according toCleveland Clinic. Covering the bite with a bandage or even wearing gloves to cover your nails can help prevent you from scratching. You’ll thank yourself ...
Honey coats the wound while its antibacterial properties kills the Helicobacter pylori. You can also costume it with some cold water to soothe stomach ulcers. Baking Soda Baking soda can be applied on the mouth ulcer mixed with some water. It balances acidity and helps to combat the infection....
Vitamin C has been shown to boost white blood cell count, and white blood cells are the body’s defenders. When something like an infection sets in the brave little cells head into battle, and having more of them means you’ll be more effective at fighting off the infection, which in ...
A smoker’s wounds will take longer to heal due to the hindered flow of blood caused by the toxins. The risk of developing an infection around the wound is also increased for a smoker. In case of undergoing a surgery, not only will the wounds of a smoker take longer to heal, but the...
The moments after a traumatic limb injury resulting from an explosive blast are critical. Blood is lost, tissue begins to dry and deteriorate, and dirt and harmful bacteria may enter the wound—increasing the risk of infection, limb loss or even death. ...
It is also the reason why the bite of the horsefly is more likely to become infected than other insect bites. Watch for redness of the skin that spreads or pus or discharge from the wound. A possible infection can also be shown by increased pain and swelling. Thi...
There is no blanket treatment when it comes to ticks on your dog, and each case must be dealt with on an individual basis. The main step to take would be to prevent getting your dog bit by ticks in the first place. But if a tick has already bitten your dog, are there any scientifi...