Lead wires implanted for conduction system pacing have been deemed feasible to remove despite their challenging characteristics. In a multicenter study, it was reported that the leads were successfully removed with manual traction alone in 91% of the 341 patients. The removal success rate was 90% for leads attached to the His bundle and 92%
In the wake of a cryptosporidium outbreak in the Brixham area of Devon, South West Water has taken urgent action to address the contamination issue. With 46 confirmed cases of cryptosporidiosis reported, approximately 16,000 households have been advised to boil their drinking water to prevent further infection. This waterborne disease, caused by a tiny parasite,
Motorola fans have been eagerly anticipating the unveiling of the Motorola Razr and Motorola Razr 50 Ultra, and now leaked press renders have provided a glimpse into what we can expect from these upcoming foldable phones. Tipster Evan Blass (@evleaks) recently shared images of the devices on X (formerly Twitter), revealing some exciting details about
Last year, media giants had to rely heavily on sports to attract advertisers during the Upfronts week due to a Hollywood strike and cost-cutting measures that affected their content and star power. As a result, this year’s presentations continued to lean more towards sports rather than scripted shows. The aftermath of the previous year’s work
The Semaglutide and Cardiovascular Outcomes (SELECT) trial, which involved approximately 17,600 overweight or obese adults with pre-existing cardiovascular disease, has provided groundbreaking data on the benefits of semaglutide on heart health. Funded by Novo Nordisk, the trial revealed that weekly injections of semaglutide over a period of three years could reduce the risk of stroke,
The world of professional sports is often filled with scandals and controversies, and the case of David Fletcher and his involvement with a bookmaker is no exception. Formerly a player for the Los Angeles Angels, Fletcher’s career took a dark turn when it was revealed that he had been placing bets with a notorious bookmaker.
The upcoming Tulsa Hot Doks film festival is set to showcase two critically acclaimed films that have been making waves in the industry. “Sugarcane,” directed by Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie, and “Look Into My Eyes,” directed by Lana Wilson, are both expected to be contenders in the awards season. The event, organized in
The recent arrest of Scottie Scheffler, the number one ranked golfer in the world, has caused a stir in the golfing community. The incident occurred just outside the PGA Championship in Louisville, Kentucky, where Scheffler was charged with felony assault on a police officer and reckless driving. Despite the chaos surrounding the arrest, where he
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is a prion disease that primarily affects cervids, such as white-tailed deer, mule deer, and elk. Recently, concerns have been raised about the zoonotic potential of CWD, leading researchers to investigate the possibility of transmission to humans. While other prion diseases, such as bovine spongiform encephalopathy, have been known to infect
The recent sentencing of David DePape, who attempted to kidnap former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and attacked her husband with a hammer, has stirred controversy and outrage across the nation. The 44-year-old DePape was found guilty of attempted kidnapping of a federal official and assault on a federal official’s family member. The severity of his