Transitioning patients from intravenous (IV) to oral antibiotics is a critical step in the management of gram-negative bloodstream infections. However, a recent retrospective cohort study revealed that less than half of hospitalized patients achieve this transition by day 7. The study, conducted by Anurag Malani, MD, and colleagues, examined over 4,500 patients from 24 hospitals
The UK is bracing itself for another bout of severe weather as Storm Henk approaches. The Met Office has issued an amber wind warning for parts of southern England, the Midlands, East Anglia, and Wales, with gusts of up to 80mph expected. This warning signifies the potential for travel disruption and the risk of “flying
The baseball world was rocked on Monday when it was revealed that Tampa Bay Rays’ shortstop Wander Franco had been arrested in his native Dominican Republic. The arrest was made after Franco was interviewed by prosecutors who are investigating him for his alleged involvement in inappropriate relationships with minors. This disturbing news has sent shockwaves
As the new year begins, stock futures are showing a lack of movement in overnight trading. After an incredibly strong 2023, where the S&P 500 experienced a 24% rally, investors are eager to see what 2024 will bring. Although the Dow Jones Industrial Average futures rose slightly by 18 points, the S&P 500 futures and
England and Wales are bracing for severe weather conditions as a yellow weather warning has been issued by the Met Office. This warning, in place until Tuesday evening, highlights the expected spells of rain and strong winds that could significantly impact travel. With areas in the southwest and southern England, south Wales, and possibly the
The mortality rates among patients with high-risk pulmonary embolism (PE) are alarmingly high, especially in those experiencing hemodynamic collapse. A retrospective analysis of the Pulmonary Embolism Response Team (PERT) Consortium Registry revealed that in-hospital mortality was over five times more frequent in high-risk PE patients compared to intermediate-risk PE patients. Additionally, the risk for major
Realme, the popular Chinese electronics manufacturer, is ready to kick-start the year 2024 with a series of exciting smartphone launches. After the successful release of the Realme C67 5G and its 4G variant in India last month, Realme India has announced that they will soon share an update about another upcoming phone. While the exact
The landscape of professional golf is on the verge of a major transformation as the PGA Tour and LIV Golf work to extend their proposed merger deadline. Commissioner Jay Monahan’s recent memo to players highlighted the progress made so far and the goal to bring on board key investors, namely Strategic Sports Group (SSG), the
The Chicago Bears had much to celebrate as they closed out the year 2023. Their final game at Soldier Field ended with a convincing 37-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons, marking their seventh win of the season and fifth consecutive win at home. This impressive turnaround came after a rough start to the season, where
In a recent New Yorker profile, Craig Mazin, co-creator of The Last of Us and Chernobyl, sings the praises of Scott Frank, dubbing him “one of the best screenwriters of all time.” While Frank is widely known for his work on films such as Get Shorty, Out of Sight, and Logan, the article delves into