Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg Haverkamp, Merck Foundation Board of Trustees emphasized, "Our aim is to improve the overall health and wellbeing of people by building healthcare capacity across Africa, ...

There are roughly 2.5 million known species on the planet, but scientists estimate that's only a fraction of the biodiversity on Earth. A new study shows we're finding new species like never before.

Merck Foundation Chairman & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the First Lady of Zimbabwe Celebrate 7 Years of Long-Term ...

Q: I’m 62 and have had genital herpes for years. Although it’s pretty well under control, my doctor says I have to worry ...

The usual rule-of-thumb cutoff point for when you’re paying more than you probably can afford for rent or mortgage is about ...

Abstract: Nocturnal respiratory function assessment is essential for inpatients’ daily healthcare. However, the nasal cannula commonly used in hospitals can affect the patient’s breathing pattern and ...

gDepartment of Paediatrics & Child Health, Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa hSA-MRC Unit on Child & Adolescent Health, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South ...

Every time you go to the doctor, the first thing they do is check your vital signs. These four initial tests measure the basic functions of your body and are (mostly) regulated by your autonomic ...

Abstract: This paper introduces SIMSPIRE, a comprehensive simulator of the human respiratory system designed as a versatile tool for simulating various patient conditions. It can be used to model ...

Many respiratory diseases have a huge effect on the lungs and other parts of the respiratory system and can be caused by various factors, including infection, exposure to air pollution, or smoking ...

LONDON (AP) — Vatican authorities said Monday that Pope Francis has a complex infection in his respiratory system and will require more targeted drug treatment. Officials said the 88-year-old pope is ...