Children with Down syndrome are significantly more likely to have obstructive sleep apnea and current treatment options are often ineffective.
A surgically implanted upper airway stimulation device that moves the tongue forward during sleep was found to safely and effectively reduce slee
Surgical implant called a hypoglossal nerve stimulator led to dramatic reductions in sleep apnea events per night, paving the way for future trials looking at cognitive benefits
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
A surgically implanted device
The Ministry of Health announced today that it has begun nationwide surveillance to control the population of two species of mosquitoes – Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus – which are known vectors of dengue in Belize, but which are also the host for an emerging ailment that is su
Due to the high numbers of mosquitoes in the area, the Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District will be fogging by truck-mounted, ultra-low volume sprayers to control adult mosquitoes.
The area to be treated is bordered on the north by Willow Road and Levee Road; on the west
Easton's Dominic Falcone and Nazareth's Sonny Sasso wore masks - or at least started out wearing them - during their 172-pound bout during the District 11 Class 3A wrestling finals on Feb. 21. Masks were part of the Pennsylvania safety protocols in some areas of the state this season
Well, it depends. The efficacy of different insecticide sprays depends on a few different factors, such as which strain of bed bug is being treated, how resistant the strain is to the insecticide being used, and the permeability of the chemicals in relation to the egg shell composition, report
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There is no better way to increase the lifespan of our boat carpet than regular maintenance. The best boat carpet cleaner removes stubborn stains and dirt, leavin
Miles Hansen typically watches practices and games with a keen eye — the athletic trainer attempting to spot subtle twists and sprains, or noticeable fatigue.
The job now also requires some hall monitor-like duties, but outdoors.
“We’re watching to make sure the kids are si
By Carolyn Crist, Reuters Health
(Reuters Health) - Insecticide foggers, also known as “bug bombs,” are still causing illnesses in the U.S., even after manufacturers were ordered to change the products’ labels to make them safer, researchers say.
In a 10-state study of illnes
When you are out in the open mosquitoes are more likely to bite you. As in an open environment where it's more green surrounded by plants and trees it is difficult to control them. What you can do is take the precautionary measures outside of your house to get rid of mosquitoes.
Use an o