Question: According to The Lancet's study findings, approximately half a percent of total fatalities can be linked to elevated temperature exposure; this includes not just immediate issues such as heat exhaustion or sunstroke, but also an uptick in death rates related to heart conditions and lack of sufficient hydration.

 Heat-Related Mortality: Insights From Recent Studies
Recent studies published in "The Lancet" reveal that approximately half a percent (0.5%) of fatalities globally can be attributed to high temperatures. These figures encompass both direct effects, such as classic cases of heatstroke, and indirect consequences involving higher risks of heart attacks and dehydration-related complications. Environmental conditions play a pivotal role here; extreme heatwaves combined with high humidity levels challenge the body’s ability to regulate its core temperature effectively, leading to potentially fatal outcomes if untreated promptly.
Heat-related health issues extend beyond mere discomfort, often manifesting as serious emergencies necessitating urgent intervention to avoid severe disabilities or even death. Among various contributing factors, drug-induced hyperthermia represents another significant concern albeit less prevalent compared to weather-driven instances. Certain medications known to impact neurological function occasionally trigger unexpected rises in body temperature, posing additional threats during summer months especially among vulnerable populations.
It's crucial to differentiate true hyperthermic states from febrile responses where internal thermostat settings remain stable despite external influences. Conversely, hypothermia denotes abnormally low body temperatures typically observed under cold exposure scenarios affecting metabolic functions adversely. Understanding nuanced distinctions helps healthcare professionals tailor appropriate interventions while educating communities regarding preventive measures against seasonal hazards posed by fluctuating ambient conditions.

In epidemiology , data or facts about a population is called denominator data . Denominator data are independent of any specific disease or condition . This name is given because in mathematical models of disease , disease-specific data such as the incidence of disease in a population , the susceptibility of the population to a specific condition , the disease resistance , etc. disease-specific variables are expressed as their proportion of some attribute of the general population , and hence appear as the numerator of the fraction or percentage being calculated , general data about the population typically appearing in the denominator ; hence the term denominator data .   In an epidemiological compartment model , for example , variables are often scaled to total population . The susceptible fraction of a population is obtained by taking the ratio of the number of people susceptible to the total population . Susceptibility to a disease may depend on other factors such as age or sex . Data about a population including age distribution , male/female ratios , and other demographic factors may be relevant as denominator data . Denominator data is not only limited to data describing human populations but also includes information about wild and domestic animal populations .

Respiratory tract infection refers to any of a number of infectious diseases involving the respiratory tract . An infection of this type is normally further classified as an upper respiratory tract infection ( URI or URTI ) or a lower respiratory tract infection ( LRI or LRTI ) . Lower respiratory infections , such as pneumonia , tend to be far more serious conditions than upper respiratory infections , such as the common cold .

Dead zones are hypoxic ( low-oxygen ) areas in the world 's oceans and large lakes , caused by `` excessive nutrient pollution from human activities coupled with other factors that deplete the oxygen required to support most marine life in bottom and near-bottom water . ( NOAA ) . '' In the 1970s oceanographers began noting increased instances of dead zones . These occur near inhabited coastlines , where aquatic life is most concentrated . ( The vast middle portions of the oceans , which naturally have little life , are not considered `` dead zones '' . )   In March 2004 , when the recently established UN Environment Programme published its first Global Environment Outlook Year Book ( GEO Year Book 2003 ) , it reported 146 dead zones in the world 's oceans where marine life could not be supported due to depleted oxygen levels . Some of these were as small as a square kilometre ( 0.4 mi ² ) , but the largest dead zone covered 70,000 square kilometres ( 27,000 mi ² ) . A 2008 study counted 405 dead zones worldwide .

Derrick B. Jelliffe ( b January 20 , 1921 d March 18 , 1992 , Los Angeles , Los Angeles , CA , USA ) and his wife Eleanore . F. Patrice Jelliffe ( b November 29 , 1920 d March 16 , 2007 , Los Angeles , Los Angeles , CA , USA ) - known as Dick and Pat Jelliffe - were experts in tropical paediatrics and infant nutrition . They are most known for their seminal book , Human Milk in the Modern World , published by Oxford University Press in 1978 , and for editing the mult-volume Advances in International Maternal and Child Health . The Jelliffes also wrote over 500 scholarly papers , often together and 22 books . They lived and worked in England , Africa , India , the Caribbean and settled in Los Angeles where he held the Chair in Public Health and Paediatrics at the University of California from 1972 to 1990 .   The Jelliffes ' field observations triggered the so-called Baby Killers scandal and the Nestlé boycott . Professor Jelliffe subsequently testified to a subcommittee of the US Senate organized by Teddy Kennedy in 1978 . He coined the phrase commerciogenic malnutrition to refer to infant starvation caused by inappropriate promotion and use of infant formula or bottlefeeding in areas with low income and poor water supplies . He is associated with the protection , support and promotion of breastfeeding .   Other areas associated with their research include the changing composition and properties of human milk , the contraceptive effects of breastfeeding , and the use of breastfeeding for rehydration and other issues for infant refugees .  Dr Charlotte Neumann of the UCLA School of Public Health has commented Dr. Jelliffe was the hero of all in international nutrition and health -- he played a pivotal role in bringing pediatrics to Africa . Derrick Jelliffe was awarded the Wihuri International Prize in 1979 . In  1982 Derrick Jelliffe received an honorary doctorate from the Faculty of Medicine at Uppsala University , Sweden .  Patrice Jelliffe was awarded the President 's Certificate of Commendation from President Clinton at the White House in 1993 .

This article is about death in the different cultures around the world as well as ethical issues relating to death , such as martyrdom , suicide and euthanasia . Death refers to the permanent termination of life-sustaining processes in an organism , i.e. when all biological systems of a human being cease to operate . Death and its spiritual ramifications are debated in every manner all over the world . Most civilizations dispose of their dead with rituals developed through spiritual traditions .

In gerontology , late-life mortality deceleration is the phenomenon of hazard rate increasing at a decreasing rate in late life -- rather than increasing exponentially as in the Gompertz law -- and in some cases plateauing ( asymptoting ) at a constant rate . Graphically , on a log-linear semi-log plot ( linear in the x-axis of age , logarithmic in the y-axis of hazard rate ) , an exponential function becomes linear , and the Gompertz law amounts to the hazard rate increasing linearly with age . Late-life mortality deceleration corresponds to hazard rate increasing more slowly than linearly ( on a log-linear graph ) , instead curving and possibly plateauing .   Late-life mortality deceleration is a well-established phenomenon in insects , who often spend much of their life in a constant hazard rate region , but it is much more controversial in mammals : rodent studies have found varying conclusions , with some finding short-term periods of mortality deceleration in mice , others not finding such , and baboon studies show no mortality deceleration . An analogous deceleration occurs in failure rate of manufactured products ; this analogy is elaborated in the reliability theory of aging and longevity .   Late-life mortality deceleration was first proposed as occurring in human aging , in ( which also introduced the Gompertz law ) , and observed as occurring in humans in , and has since become one of the pillars of the biodemography of human longevity -- see history ; here `` late life '' is typically `` after 85 years of age '' . However , a recent paper , , concludes that mortality deceleration is negligible up to the age of 106 in the population studied ( beyond this point , reliable data were unavailable ) and that the Gompertz law is a good fit , with previous observations of deceleration being spurious , with various causes , including bad data and methodological problems -- see criticism .   The primary reference for this article is , which provides a detailed historical overview and discussion , together with current criticism .

Diabetes is a monthly peer-reviewed medical journal published since 1952 by the American Diabetes Association . It covers research about the physiology and pathophysiology of diabetes mellitus including any aspect of laboratory , animal or human research . Emphasis is on investigative reports focusing on areas such as the pathogenesis of diabetes and its complications , normal and pathologic pancreatic islet function and intermediary metabolism , pharmacological mechanisms of drug and hormone action , and biochemical and molecular aspects of normal and abnormal biological processes .   According to the Journal Citation Reports , the journal has a 2015 impact factor of 8.784 , ranking it ninth out of 133 journals in the category `` Endocrinology & Metabolism '' .

Laminitis is a disease that affects the feet of ungulates , and it is found mostly in horses and cattle . Clinical signs include foot tenderness progressing to inability to walk , increased digital pulses , and increased temperature in the hooves . Severe cases with outwardly visible clinical signs are known by the colloquial term founder , and progression of the disease may lead to perforation of the coffin bone through the sole of the hoof , requiring aggressive treatment or euthanasia .

Reviews of Human Factors and Ergonomics is a quarterly peer-reviewed academic journal that covers research in the field of Ergonomics . It was established in 2005 and is published by Sage Publications on behalf of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society . It is abstracted and indexed in Scopus .

Respiratory disease is a medical term that encompasses pathological conditions affecting the organs and tissues that make gas exchange possible in higher organisms , and includes conditions of the upper respiratory tract , trachea , bronchi , bronchioles , alveoli , pleura and pleural cavity , and the nerves and muscles of breathing . Respiratory diseases range from mild and self-limiting , such as the common cold , to life-threatening entities like bacterial pneumonia , pulmonary embolism , acute asthma and lung cancer .   The study of respiratory disease is known as pulmonology . A doctor who specializes in respiratory disease is known as a pulmonologist , a chest medicine specialist , a respiratory medicine specialist , a respirologist or a thoracic medicine specialist .   Respiratory diseases can be classified in many different ways , including by the organ or tissue involved , by the type and pattern of associated signs and symptoms , or by the cause of the disease .


Question: According to The Lancet's study findings, approximately half a percent of total fatalities can be linked to elevated temperature conditions; this includes not just immediate issues such as heat exhaustion or sunstroke, but also an uptick in death rates related to heart complications and lack of sufficient hydration.

 Health Impacts of Extreme Heat: Beyond Heat Stroke
Beyond its immediate manifestation in life-threatening conditions like heat stroke, extreme heat has far-reaching consequences on public health. Research published in "The Lancet" reveals that approximately half a percent (0.5%) of total fatalities globally correlate directly with elevated temperatures. These impacts extend beyond acute issues such as direct overheating incidents; they encompass heightened risks of cardiovascular complications and dehydration-related mortalities. Unlike fevers, which represent controlled increases in bodily temperature settings often triggered by infections, heat-associated illnesses arise specifically from external thermal exposures without adequate regulatory response mechanisms. Effective prevention strategies emphasize staying hydrated, particularly under hot climates or within confined areas prone to quick heating, akin to vehicles left idle under sunlight. Immediate medical attention coupled with swift cooling techniques remains crucial for managing critical cases effectively.

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Latent iron deficiency ( LID ) , also called iron-deficient erythropoiesis , is a medical condition in which there is evidence of iron deficiency without anemia ( normal hemoglobin level ) . It is important to assess this condition because it is accepted that individuals with latent iron deficiency will develop iron-deficiency anemia in the weeks or months following diagnoses of LID if they are not treated with iron supplementation . In addition , there is some evidence of a decrease in vitality and an increase in fatigue among individuals that have LID .   The clinical features of LID are in discussion , some studies have not shown a clear difference between individuals with LID and control a group of the same age , gender and origin without LID . But may be it is not wrong to say that the persons with LID have a mild decrease in vitality and increase of fatigue . What seems important for preventive healthcare is to detect this medical condition , because it will avoid the patient probably developing an iron-deficiency anemia .

A retrospective cohort study , also called a historic cohort study , is a longitudinal cohort study that studies a cohort of individuals that share a common exposure factor to determine its influence on the development of a disease , and are compared to another group of equivalent individuals that were not exposed to that factor . Retrospective cohort studies have existed for approximately as long as prospective cohort studies .

A one-hundred-year flood is a flood event that has a 1 % probability of occurring in any given year . The 100-year flood is also referred to as the 1 % flood , since its annual exceedance probability is 1 % . For river systems , the 100-year flood is generally expressed as a flowrate . Based on the expected 100-year flood flow rate , the flood water level can be mapped as an area of inundation . The resulting floodplain map is referred to as the 100-year floodplain . Estimates of the 100-year flood flowrate and other streamflow statistics for any stream in the United States are available . In the UK The Environment Agency publishes a comprehensive map of all areas at risk of a 1 in 100 year flood ( Flood zone 3 ) Areas near the coast of an ocean or large lake also can be flooded by combinations of tide , storm surge , and waves . Maps of the riverine or coastal 100-year floodplain may figure importantly in building permits , environmental regulations , and flood insurance .

Kuala Lumpur Hospital ( Hospital Besar Kuala Lumpur , abbr : HKL ) is a Malaysian government-owned public hospital in Kuala Lumpur , the capital city of Malaysia . Founded in 1870 , HKL is a not-for-profit institution and serves as the flagship hospital of the Malaysian public healthcare system . The government tertiary referral hospital is located on 150 acres of prime land in the city with 84 wards and 2,300 beds , making it one of the largest hospitals in the world . More than 90 per cent of the beds in HKL are allocated for subsidized patients , providing access to an internationally established standard of affordable healthcare .   The Kuala Lumpur Hospital or HKL has 54 different departments and units . These include 29 clinical departments and 15 clinical support services . HKL has about 11,000 staffs with almost 2,300 professions in various fields and disciplines . Out of the total number of staff , there are about 300 medical consultants and specialists , 1,300 medical officers , 72 matrons , 253 sisters ( ward managers ) and 3,500 registered nurses and 258 community nurses .

Respiratory arrest is the cessation of breathing due to failure of the lungs to function effectively . Apnea is the cessation of breathing . Prolonged apnea refers to a patient who has stopped breathing for a long period of time . If the heart muscle contraction is intact , the condition is known as respiratory arrest . An abrupt stop of pulmonary gas exchange lasting for more than five minutes may damage vital organs , especially the brain , possibly permanently . Lack of oxygen to the brain causes loss of consciousness . Brain injury is likely if respiratory arrest goes untreated for more than three minutes , and death is almost certain if left untreated for more than five minutes .   Damage may be reversible if treated early enough . Respiratory arrest is a life-threatening medical emergency that requires immediate medical attention and management . To save a patient suffering from respiratory arrest , the goal is to restore adequate ventilation and prevent further damage . Management interventions include supplying oxygen , opening the airway , and means of artificial ventilation . In some instances , an impending respiratory arrest could be predetermined by signs the patient is showing , such as the increased work of breathing . Respiratory arrest will ensue once the patient depletes their oxygen reserves and loses the effort to breathe . Respiratory arrest is different from respiratory failure .   Respiratory arrest refers to the complete cessation of breathing . Respiratory failure is the inability to provide adequate ventilation for the body 's requirements . Respiratory arrest is also different from cardiac arrest , the failure of heart muscle contraction . If untreated , one may lead to the other .

Lateral thinking is solving problems through an indirect and creative approach , using reasoning that is not immediately obvious and involving ideas that may not be obtainable by using only traditional step-by-step logic . The term was promulgated in 1967 by Edward de Bono . He cites as an example the Judgment of Solomon , where King Solomon resolves a dispute over the parentage of a child by calling for the child to be cut in half , and making his judgment according to the reactions that this order receives .   According to de Bono , lateral thinking deliberately distances itself from the standard perception of creativity as `` vertical '' logic ( the classic method for problem solving ) .

Dilip Mahalanabis ( born November 12 , 1934 ) is an Indian pediatrician who received post-graduate training in pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore . In the mid-1960s he did research on cholera and other diarrheal diseases at the Johns Hopkins International Center for Medical Research and Training in Calcutta , India . During the Bangladesh 's war for independence he led the effort by the Johns Hopkins Center that demonstrated the dramatic life-saving effectiveness of oral rehydration therapy when cholera broke out in 1971 among refugees from East Bengal ( now Bangladesh ) who had sought asylum in West Bengal .   In the mid-1980s and early 1990s he was a medical officer in the Diarrheal Disease Control Programme of the WHO . Later in the 1990s he served as the Director of Clinical Research at the International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research , Bangladesh ( the ICDDR , B ) .   In 1994 , Mahalanabis was elected a foreign member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences . In 2002 Dr. Mahalanabis , Dr. Nathaniel Pierce , Dr. David Nalin and Dr. Norbert Hirschhorn , were awarded the first Pollin Prize in Pediatric Research for their contributions to the discovery and implementation of oral rehydration therapy . In 2006 Dr. Mahalanabis , Dr. Richard A. Cash and Dr. David Nalin were awarded the Prince Mahidol Prize , also for their role in the development and application of oral rehydration therapy . Oral rehydration therapy is an alternative to intravenous rehydration therapy for preventing and treating dehydration from diarrhea when intravenous therapy is not available or feasible . Oral rehydration therapy is calculated by the World Health Organization to have saved the lives of over 60 million persons .   At present , Dr. Mahalanabis lives with his wife , Dr. Jayanti Mahalanabis ( a high energy physics researcher ) , in Kolkata , India ( Calcutta ) and holds the post of Director of the Society for Applied Studies ( a public post ) , Kolkata .

A label ( as distinct from signage ) is a piece of paper , polymer , cloth , metal , or other material affixed to a container or product , on which is written or printed information or symbols about the product or item . Information printed directly on a container or article can also be considered labeling .   Labels have many uses , including providing information on a product 's origin , manufacturer ( e.g. , brand name ) , use , shelf-life and disposal , some or all of which may be governed by legislation such as that for food in the UK or USA . Methods of production and attachment to packaging are many and various and may also be subject to internationally recognised standards . In many countries , hazardous products such as poisons or flammable liquids must have a warning label .

The Latin American Research Review is a triannual peer-reviewed academic journal covering research on Latin America and the Caribbean . It was established in 1965 and is published by the University of Pittsburgh Press on behalf of the Latin American Studies Association . The editor-in-chief is Aníbal Pérez Liñán ( University of Pittsburgh ) . Articles are published in English , Spanish , or Portuguese .

Dead on arrival ( DOA ) , also dead in the field and brought in dead ( BID ) , is a term used to indicate that a patient was found to be already clinically dead upon the arrival of professional medical assistance , often in the form of first responders such as emergency medical technicians , paramedics , or police .   In some jurisdictions , first responders must consult verbally with a physician before officially pronouncing a patient deceased , but once cardiopulmonary resuscitation is initiated , it must be continued until a physician can pronounce the patient dead .   DOA is also frequently used as slang to indicate a new item that was received broken , or that an idea or concept is a nonstarter . In this case , the acronym may stand for `` Defective on Arrival '' instead .


Question: According to The Lancet's study findings, approximately half a percent of total fatalities can be linked to elevated temperature exposure; this includes not just immediate issues such as heat exhaustion or sunstroke, but also an uptick in heart-related incidents and cases of severe lack of hydration leading to death.

 Heat-Related Mortality: Insights From Recent Studies
Recent studies published in "The Lancet" reveal that approximately half a percent (0.5%) of fatalities globally correlate directly with excessive heat exposure. These statistics encompass immediate health crises like heatstroke alongside heightened risks of heart disease and dehydration-related deaths. Elevated temperatures, exacerbated by anthropogenic actions contributing to climate change, pose significant threats beyond mere discomfort; they jeopardize public well-being significantly. Contrary to common belief focusing solely on cold weather impacts, research underscores how warmer climates increasingly challenge healthcare systems worldwide. Addressing root causes becomes imperative considering projections indicating more frequent extreme weather conditions ahead.

This response maintains comparable sentence structure, vocabulary level, and overall tone while shifting focus onto heat-related mortality instead of air pollution. Both texts emphasize scientific findings regarding environmental hazards' detrimental effects on human life expectancy. Additionally, each highlights urgent need for intervention strategies targeting underlying issues responsible for escalating health concerns across different geographical regions.

Radiation protection , sometimes known as radiological protection , is defined by the International Atomic Energy Agency ( IAEA ) as `` The protection of people from harmful effects of exposure to ionizing radiation , and the means for achieving this '' . The IAEA also states `` The accepted understanding of the term radiation protection is restricted to protection of people . Suggestions to extend the definition to include the protection of non-human species or the protection of the environment are controversial '' .   Ionizing radiation is widely used in industry and medicine , and can present a significant health hazard . It causes microscopic damage to living tissue , which can result in skin burns and radiation sickness at high exposures ( known as `` tissue '' or `` deterministic '' effects ) , and statistically elevated risks of cancer at low exposures ( `` stochastic effects '' ) .   Fundamental to radiation protection is the reduction of expected dose and the measurement of human dose uptake . For radiation protection and dosimetry assessment the International Committee on Radiation Protection ( ICRP ) and International Commission on Radiation Units and Measurements ( ICRU ) have published recommendations and data which is used to calculate the biological effects on the human body , and set regulatory and guidance limits .

This article is about death in the different cultures around the world as well as ethical issues relating to death , such as martyrdom , suicide and euthanasia . Death refers to the permanent termination of life-sustaining processes in an organism , i.e. when all biological systems of a human being cease to operate . Death and its spiritual ramifications are debated in every manner all over the world . Most civilizations dispose of their dead with rituals developed through spiritual traditions .

Detoxification ( sometimes called body cleansing ) is a type of alternative medicine treatment which aims to rid the body of unspecified `` toxins '' -- accumulated substances that proponents claim have undesirable short-term or long-term effects on individual health . Activities commonly associated with detoxification include dieting , fasting , consuming exclusively or avoiding specific foods ( such as fats , carbohydrates , fruits , vegetables , juices , herbs , or water ) , colon cleansing , chelation therapy , and the removal of dental fillings .   The concept has received criticism from scientists and health organizations for its unsound scientific basis and lack of evidence for the claims they make . The `` toxins '' usually remain undefined , with little to no evidence of toxic accumulation in the patient . The British organisation Sense About Science has described some detox diets and commercial products as `` a waste of time and money '' , while the British Dietetic Association called the idea `` nonsense '' and a `` marketing myth '' .

Lateral thinking is solving problems through an indirect and creative approach , using reasoning that is not immediately obvious and involving ideas that may not be obtainable by using only traditional step-by-step logic . The term was promulgated in 1967 by Edward de Bono . He cites as an example the Judgment of Solomon , where King Solomon resolves a dispute over the parentage of a child by calling for the child to be cut in half , and making his judgment according to the reactions that this order receives .   According to de Bono , lateral thinking deliberately distances itself from the standard perception of creativity as `` vertical '' logic ( the classic method for problem solving ) .

In nutrition , diet is the sum of food consumed by a person or other organism .  The word diet often implies the use of specific intake of nutrition for health or weight-management reasons ( with the two often being related ) . Although humans are omnivores , each culture and each person holds some food preferences or some food taboos . This may be due to personal tastes or ethical reasons . Individual dietary choices may be more or less healthy .   Complete nutrition requires ingestion and absorption of vitamins , minerals , and food energy in the form of carbohydrates , proteins , and fats . Dietary habits and choices play a significant role in the quality of life , health and longevity .

In health-related fields , a reference range or reference interval is the range of values for a physiologic measurement in healthy persons ( for example , the amount of creatinine in the blood , or the partial pressure of oxygen ) . It is a basis for comparison ( a frame of reference ) for a physician or other health professional to interpret a set of test results for a particular patient . Some important reference ranges in medicine are reference ranges for blood tests and reference ranges for urine tests .   The standard definition of a reference range ( usually referred to if not otherwise specified ) originates in what is most prevalent in a reference group taken from the general ( i.e. total ) population . This is the general reference range . However , there are also optimal health ranges ( ranges that appear to have the optimal health impact ) and ranges for particular conditions or statuses ( such as pregnancy reference ranges for hormone levels ) .   Values within the reference range ( WRR ) are those within the normal distribution and are thus often described as within normal limits ( WNL ) . The limits of the normal distribution are called the upper reference limit ( URL ) or upper limit of normal ( ULN ) and the lower reference limit ( LRL ) or lower limit of normal ( LLN ) . In health care -- related publishing , style sheets sometimes prefer the word reference over the word normal to prevent the nontechnical senses of normal from being conflated with the statistical sense . Values outside a reference range are not in and of itself #Adverb pathologic , and they are not necessarily abnormal in any sense other than statistically . Nonetheless , they are indicators of probable pathosis . Sometimes the underlying cause is obvious ; in other cases , challenging differential diagnosis is required to determine what is wrong and thus how to treat it .

Rewarming Shock ( also known as rewarming collapse ) has been described as a drop in blood pressure following the warming of a person who is very cold . The real cause of this rewarming shock is unknown .   There was a theoretical concern that external rewarming rather than internal rewarming may increase the risk . These concerns were partly believed to be due to afterdrop , a situation detected during laboratory experiments where there is a continued decrease in core temperature after rewarming has been started . Recent studies have not supported these concerns , and problems are not found with active external rewarming .

Recreational drug use is the use of a psychoactive drug to alter one 's mental state in a way that modifies emotions , perceptions , and feelings for recreational purposes . When a substance enters the user 's body , it brings on an intoxicating effect , often referred to as a `` high '' . Generally , people use recreational drugs that fall into three categories : depressants ( these drugs produce a feeling of relaxation and calmness ) ; stimulants ( these drugs give the user a sense of energy and alertness ) ; and psychedelic drugs ( these cause hallucinations and perceptual distortions that some users find appealing ) . In popular usage , it is generally considered to be a tolerated social behaviour rather than a serious medical condition such as self-medication .   Drugs commonly considered capable of recreational use include alcohol ( the active ingredient in beer , wine and distilled spirits ) , marijuana and hashish , nicotine ( in tobacco ) , caffeine ( in coffee and black tea ) , and some controlled substances and illegal drugs within the scope of the United Nations ' Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs and Convention on Psychotropic Substances . The substances classified as controlled and illegal drugs vary by country , but they usually include methamphetamines , heroin , cocaine and other street drugs and club drugs . In 2009 it was estimated that about 3 % to 6 % of people aged 15 to 65 had used illegal drugs at least once ( 149 to 270 million ) . International and domestic law enforcement agencies are perpetually occupied with interdiction efforts against illegal drug use , manufacture , and distribution .

Respiratory tract infection refers to any of a number of infectious diseases involving the respiratory tract . An infection of this type is normally further classified as an upper respiratory tract infection ( URI or URTI ) or a lower respiratory tract infection ( LRI or LRTI ) . Lower respiratory infections , such as pneumonia , tend to be far more serious conditions than upper respiratory infections , such as the common cold .

Dr David Nicholl is a neurologist , human rights activist , fundraiser for Amnesty International , and online columnist from Belfast , Northern Ireland . In March 2006 he initiated a letter in the medical journal The Lancet , signed by more than 250 medical experts urging the United States to stop force-feeding at the Guantanamo Bay and close down the prison camp . He is also a principal author of a reference work on neurological conditions   Nicholl holds the position of consultant neurologist at City Hospital Hospital & Queen Elizabeth Hospital , Birmingham , and is honorary senior lecturer at the University of Birmingham ,   Nicholl is a specialist in Parkinson 's disease , and is best known scientifically for his participation in the project for cloning a gene , PARK8 , linked with at least one form of the disease .   In 2014 , Nicholl signed a statement of support for Moazzam Begg , following Begg 's arrest for allegations of supporting terrorism in the Syrian Civil War .


Question: According to The Lancet's study findings, approximately half a percent of total fatalities can be linked to elevated temperature exposure; this includes immediate issues such as heat exhaustion alongside heightened risks for heart-related conditions and lack of hydration leading to death.

 Heat-Related Mortality: A Hidden Threat
Heat-related issues contribute to approximately half a percent of all fatalities globally, encompassing both immediate consequences like heatstroke and indirect effects such as heart complications and dehydration. Contrary to popular belief, extreme cold isn't solely responsible for weather-related health risks; rising temperatures play a significant role. Factors exacerbating vulnerability to heat include pre-existing conditions, elderly status, and limited access to cooling systems. Urban areas, known as "heat islands," experience higher incidences of heat-related morbidity due to concentrated infrastructure absorbing solar energy. Moreover, occupational hazards faced by outdoor workers add another layer to this public health concern. Although less discussed compared to chronic ailments, addressing heat’s impact requires urgent attention given its growing prevalence alongside climate change trends. Prevention strategies should focus on enhancing community resilience, improving early warning systems, promoting hydration awareness campaigns during summer months, and ensuring vulnerable groups receive adequate protection measures.

In contrast to well-established links between tobacco usage leading to roughly twenty-two percent of cancer mortalities, heat's contribution remains relatively understated within broader discussions surrounding environmental determinants affecting overall death rates. Unlike carcinogenic exposures where causation pathways appear clearer - implicating dietary habits, sedentary lifestyles, excessive alcohol intake among others – understanding how ambient thermal conditions translate into excess mortality demands nuanced investigation beyond simplistic associations. Genetic predispositions might explain why some individuals succumb faster when exposed to high temperatures while others withstand harsher climates without apparent harm. Nevertheless, concerted efforts aimed at mitigating anthropogenic influences contributing to global warming will indirectly benefit those susceptible to overheating episodes by stabilizing atmospheric parameters conducive to cooler environments long-term. Ultimately, recognizing heat as a silent killer necessitates integrating adaptive mechanisms across various sectors aiming to safeguard lives amidst increasingly unpredictable meteorological scenarios anticipated throughout forthcoming decades ahead.

The Department of Epidemiology , Columbia University is one of six departments at Columbia University 's Mailman School of Public Health , located on the Columbia University Medical Center campus in New York City . It offers five graduate degrees , several doctoral and post-doctoral training programs , and holds a summer institute . The department also hosts a symposium series on public health issues like HIV , screening , and autism ; a lecture series on current epidemiologic topics , publishes a quarterly newsletter and sponsors a public health website called the 2x2 Project .   The department 's research strengths include cancer epidemiology , HIV care and treatment , biologic and social determinants of population health , psychiatric epidemiology , epidemiology of injury , and applying methodologic approaches to look at epidemiology over the life course . The department is organized into six research areas , which are known as clusters .

The Latin American Research Review is a triannual peer-reviewed academic journal covering research on Latin America and the Caribbean . It was established in 1965 and is published by the University of Pittsburgh Press on behalf of the Latin American Studies Association . The editor-in-chief is Aníbal Pérez Liñán ( University of Pittsburgh ) . Articles are published in English , Spanish , or Portuguese .

Resting metabolic rate ( RMR ) is whole-body mammal ( and other vertebrate ) metabolism during a time period of strict and steady resting conditions that are defined by a combination of assumptions of physiological homeostasis and biological equilibrium . RMR differs from basal metabolic rate ( BMR ) because BMR measurements must meet total physiological equilibrium whereas RMR conditions of measurement can be altered and defined by the contextual limitations . Therefore , BMR is measured in the elusive `` perfect '' steady state , whereas RMR measurement is more accessible and thus , represents most , if not all measurements or estimates of daily energy expenditure .   Indirect calorimetry is the study or clinical use of the relationship between respirometry and bioenergetics , where the measurement of the rates of change in oxygen consumption , sometimes carbon dioxide production , and less often urea production is transformed to energy expenditure and expressed as the ratio between i ) energy and ii ) the time frame of the measurement . For example , following analysis of oxygen consumption of a human subject , if 5.5 kilocalories of energy were estimated during a 5-minute measurement from a rested individual , then the resting metabolic rate equals = 1.1 kcal/min rate .   A comprehensive treatment of confounding factors on BMR measurements is demonstrated as early as 1922 in Massachusetts by Engineering Professor Frank B Sanborn , wherein descriptions of the effects of food , posture , sleep , muscular activity , and emotion provide criteria for separating BMR from RMR .

Relative deprivation is the lack of resources to sustain the diet , lifestyle , activities and amenities that an individual or group are accustomed to or that are widely encouraged or approved in the society to which they belong . Measuring relative deprivation allows an objective comparison between the situation of the individual or group compared to the rest of society . Relative deprivation may also emphasise the individual experience of discontent when being deprived of something to which one believes oneself to be entitled , however emphasizing the perspective of the individual makes objective measurement problematic .   It is a term used in social sciences to describe feelings or measures of economic , political , or social deprivation that are relative rather than absolute . The term is inextricably linked to the similar terms poverty and social exclusion . The concept of relative deprivation has important consequences for both behavior and attitudes , including feelings of stress , political attitudes , and participation in collective action . It is relevant to researchers studying multiple fields in social sciences . It has sometimes been related to the biological concept of relative fitness , where an organism that successfully outproduces its competitors leaves more copies in the gene pool .   Social scientists , particularly political scientists and sociologists , have cited ` relative deprivation ' ( especially temporal relative deprivation ) as a potential cause of social movements and deviance , leading in extreme situations to political violence such as rioting , terrorism , civil wars and other instances of social deviance such as crime . For example , some scholars of social movements explain their rise by citing grievances of people who feel deprived of what they perceive as values to which they are entitled . Similarly , individuals engage in deviant behaviors when their means do not match their goals .   Recently , the opposite of relative deprivation , the concept of relative gratification has emerged in social psychology .

The radiotherapy accident in Costa Rica occurred with the Alcyon II radiotherapy unit at San Juan de Dios Hospital in San José , Costa Rica . It was related to a cobalt-60 source that was being used for radiotherapy in 1996 . An accidental overexposure of radiotherapy patients treated during August and September 1996 was detected . During the calibration process done after the change of 60Co source on 22 August 1996 , a mistake was made in calculating the dose rate , leading to severe overexposure of patients . The error of calibration was detected on 27 December 1997 . In the course of the accident , 114 patients received an overdose of radiation and 13 died of radiation-related injuries .

Ricin ( -LSB- ˈraɪsɪn -RSB- ) is a highly toxic , naturally occurring lectin ( a carbohydrate-binding protein ) produced in the seeds of the castor oil plant , Ricinus communis . A dose of purified ricin powder the size of a few grains of table salt can kill an adult human . The median lethal dose ( LD50 ) of ricin is around 22 micrograms per kilogram of body weight if the exposure is from injection or inhalation ( 1.78 milligram for an average adult ) . Oral exposure to ricin is far less toxic as some of the poison is inactivated in the stomach . An estimated lethal oral dose in humans is approximately 1 milligram per kilogram .

The 1755 Lisbon earthquake , also known as the Great Lisbon earthquake , occurred in the Kingdom of Portugal on Saturday , 1 November , the holy day of All Saints ' Day , at around 09:40 local time . In combination with subsequent fires and a tsunami , the earthquake almost totally destroyed Lisbon and adjoining areas . Seismologists today estimate the Lisbon earthquake had a magnitude in the range 8.5 -- 9.0 on the moment magnitude scale , with its epicentre in the Atlantic Ocean about 200 km ( 120 mi ) west-southwest of Cape St. Vincent . Estimates place the death toll in Lisbon alone between 10,000 and 100,000 people , making it one of the deadliest earthquakes in history .   The earthquake accentuated political tensions in the Kingdom of Portugal and profoundly disrupted the country 's colonial ambitions . The event was widely discussed and dwelt upon by European Enlightenment philosophers , and inspired major developments in theodicy . As the first earthquake studied scientifically for its effects over a large area , it led to the birth of modern seismology and earthquake engineering .

Dark skin is a naturally occurring human skin color that is rich in eumelanin pigments and having a dark colour . People with relatively dark skin are referred to as brown , and those with very dark skin are often referred to as black , although this usage can be ambiguous in some countries where it is also used to specifically refer to different ethnic groups or populations .   Evolution of dark skin pigmentation began around 1.2 million years ago in light-skinned early hominid species after they moved from the equatorial rainforest to the sunny savannas . In the heat of the savannas , better cooling mechanisms were required , which were achieved by the loss of body hair and development of more efficient perspiration . The loss of body hair led to the development of dark skin pigmentation , which acted as a mechanism of natural selection against folate depletion , and to a lesser extent , DNA damage . The primary factor contributing to the evolution of dark skin pigmentation was the breakdown of folate in reaction to ultraviolet radiation ; the relationship between folate breakdown induced by ultraviolet radiation and reduced fitness as a failure of normal embryogenesis and spermatogenesis led to the selection of dark skin pigmentation . By the time modern Homo sapiens evolved , all humans were dark-skinned .   Humans with dark skin pigmentation have skin naturally rich in melanin ( especially eumelanin ) , and have more melanosomes which provide a superior protection against the deleterious effects of ultraviolet radiation . This helps the body to retain its folate reserves and protects against damage to the DNA .   Dark-skinned people who live in high latitudes with mild sunlight are at an increased risk -- especially in the winter -- of vitamin D deficiency . As a consequence of vitamin D deficiency , they are at a higher risk of developing rickets , and numerous types of cancers , and possibly cardiovascular disease and low immune system activity . However , some recent studies have questioned if the thresholds indicating Vitamin D deficiency in light-skinned individuals are relevant for dark-skinned individuals , as they found that on average dark-skinned individuals have higher bone density and lower risk of fractures than lighter-skinned individuals with the same levels of Vitamin D . This is attributed as possibly due to lower presence of Vitamin D binding agents ( and thus higher bioavailability ) in dark-skinned individuals .   The global distribution of generally dark-skinned populations is strongly correlated with the high ultraviolet radiation levels of the regions inhabited by them . These populations almost exclusively live near the equator , in tropical areas with intense sunlight : Australia , Melanesia , New Guinea , South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa . Studies into these populations indicates that dark skin is a retention of the pre-existing high UV adapted state of modern humans before the out of Africa migration and not a later evolutionary adaptation . Due to mass migration and increased mobility of people between geographical regions in the recent past , dark-skinned populations today are found all over the world .

On 31 August 1997 , Diana , Princess of Wales , died as a result of injuries sustained in a car crash in the Pont de l'Alma road tunnel in Paris , France . Dodi Fayed and Henri Paul , the driver of the Mercedes-Benz S280 , were pronounced dead at the scene ; the bodyguard of Diana and Fayed , Trevor Rees-Jones , was the only survivor . Although the media blamed the paparazzi following the car , an 18-month French judicial investigation found that the crash was caused by Paul , who lost control of the car at high speed while drunk . Paul was the deputy head of security at the Hôtel Ritz and had earlier goaded the paparazzi waiting outside the hotel . His inebriation may have been exacerbated by anti-depressants and traces of a tranquilising anti-psychotic in his body . The investigation concluded that the photographers were not near the Mercedes when it crashed .   Since February 1998 , Fayed 's father , Mohamed Al-Fayed ( the owner of the Hôtel Ritz , where Paul worked ) has claimed that the crash was a result of a conspiracy , and later contended that the crash was orchestrated by MI6 on the instructions of the Royal Family . His claims were dismissed by a French judicial investigation and by Operation Paget , a Metropolitan Police Service inquiry that concluded in 2006 . An inquest headed by Lord Justice Scott Baker into the deaths of Diana and Fayed began at the Royal Courts of Justice , London , on 2 October 2007 , a continuation of the inquest that began in 2004 . On 7 April 2008 , the jury concluded that Diana and Fayed were the victims of an `` unlawful killing '' by the `` grossly negligent '' chauffeur Paul and the drivers of the following vehicles . Additional factors were `` the impairment of the judgment of the driver of the Mercedes through alcohol '' and `` the death of the deceased was caused or contributed to by the fact that the deceased was not wearing a seat belt , the fact that the Mercedes struck the pillar in the Alma Tunnel rather than colliding with something else '' .

Radon is a chemical element with symbol Rn and atomic number 86 . It is a radioactive , colorless , odorless , tasteless noble gas . It occurs naturally as an intermediate step in the normal radioactive decay chains through which thorium and uranium slowly decay into lead ; radon , itself , is a decay product of radium . Its most stable isotope , 222Rn , has a half-life of 3.8 days . Since thorium and uranium are two of the most common radioactive elements on Earth , and since their isotopes have very long half-lives , on the order of billions of years , radon will be present in nature long into the future in spite of its short half-life as it is continually being regenerated .   Unlike all the other intermediate elements in the aforementioned decay chains , radon is , under normal conditions , gaseous and easily inhaled . Radon gas is a health hazard . It is often the single largest contributor to an individual 's background radiation dose , but due to local differences in geology , the level of the radon-gas hazard differs from location to location . Despite its short lifetime , radon gas from natural sources can accumulate in buildings , especially , due to its high density , in low areas such as basements and crawl spaces . Radon can also occur in ground water -- for example , in some spring waters and hot springs .   Epidemiological studies have shown a clear link between breathing high concentrations of radon and incidence of lung cancer . Radon is a contaminant that affects indoor air quality worldwide . According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency , radon is the second most frequent cause of lung cancer , after cigarette smoking , causing 21,000 lung cancer deaths per year in the United States . About 2,900 of these deaths occur among people who have never smoked . While radon is the second most frequent cause of lung cancer , it is the number one cause among non-smokers , according to EPA estimates . As radon itself decays , it produces other radioactive elements called radon daughters ( also known as radon progeny ) or decay products . Unlike the gaseous radon itself , radon daughters are solids and stick to surfaces , such as dust particles in the air . If such contaminated dust is inhaled , these particles can also cause lung cancer .


Question: According to The Lancet's study findings, approximately half a percent of total fatalities can be linked to elevated temperature exposure; this includes not just immediate issues such as hyperthermia, but also higher death rates resulting from cardiovascular complications and lack of hydration.

 Heat-Related Health Risks: Beyond Acute Conditions
Heat exposure has been linked to various health issues beyond just acute concerns like heatstroke; it significantly contributes to cardiovascular complications and dehydration-related fatalities. Research indicates that approximately half a percent of total mortalities can be attributed directly to elevated temperatures. Cardiac events, such as heart attacks, see heightened incidences under severe weather conditions. High ambient temperatures exacerbate underlying heart diseases, leading to fatal outcomes in vulnerable individuals.
A heart attack, medically termed myocardial infarction (MI), results from insufficient blood supply to parts of the heart, damaging its muscular tissue. Chest pain radiating to shoulders, arms, back, neck, or jaw characterizes typical presentations, accompanied by dyspnea, nausea, dizziness, chills, fatigue, sometimes resembling indigestion. Symptoms vary widely, especially amongst older adults (>75 yrs) and females, who might exhibit atypical signs compared to males.
Most cases arise from chronic coronary artery disorders triggered by hypertension, tobacco usage, hyperglycemia, sedentary lifestyles, overweight status, lipid abnormalities, dietary deficiencies, and moderate-to-heavy drinking habits. Plaque ruptures within arteries obstruct normal circulation, precipitating MIs. Less frequently encountered etiologies involve arterial spasms possibly induced by stimulants, psychological distress, freezing climates, etc., affecting perfusion negatively.
Diagnostic modalities encompass electrocardiogram readings showing characteristic changes indicative of ischemia, biochemical markers assessing myocyte injury severity, and imaging techniques delineating occluded vessels' locations. Immediate management strategies focus on alleviating angina pectoris through nitrates or analgesics while ensuring adequate oxygenation therapies for respiratory-compromised patients. Antiplatelet agents represent cornerstone initial interventions post-suspected event onset.
Reperfusion therapies aim to re-establish coronary patency rapidly via mechanical means [Percutaneous Coronary Intervention] or pharmacological approaches [thrombolytics], depending upon clinical context urgency. Non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) patients receive anticoagulant therapy alongside selective PCI procedures based on individual risk stratification algorithms. For complex multivessel disease scenarios coupled with insulin resistance syndromes, surgical options like CABGs offer superior prognoses relative to balloon angioplasties alone.
Post-MI care emphasizes comprehensive rehabilitative programs integrating behavioral adjustments complemented by lifelong secondary prevention regimens incorporating anti-thrombotic drugs, β-blockers, HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, etc. Epidemi

Dead on arrival ( DOA ) , also dead in the field and brought in dead ( BID ) , is a term used to indicate that a patient was found to be already clinically dead upon the arrival of professional medical assistance , often in the form of first responders such as emergency medical technicians , paramedics , or police .   In some jurisdictions , first responders must consult verbally with a physician before officially pronouncing a patient deceased , but once cardiopulmonary resuscitation is initiated , it must be continued until a physician can pronounce the patient dead .   DOA is also frequently used as slang to indicate a new item that was received broken , or that an idea or concept is a nonstarter . In this case , the acronym may stand for `` Defective on Arrival '' instead .

The radiation effects from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster are the observed and predicted effects resulting from the release of radioactive isotopes from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant after the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami . Radioactive isotopes were released from reactor containment vessels as a result of venting to reduce gaseous pressure , and the discharge of coolant water into the sea . This resulted in Japanese authorities implementing a 20 km exclusion zone around the power plant , and the continued displacement of approximately 156,000 people as of early 2013 . Trace quantities of radioactive particles from the incident , including iodine-131 and caesium-134 / 137 , have since been detected around the world .   The World Health Organization ( WHO ) released a report that estimates an increase in risk for specific cancers for certain subsets of the population inside the Fukushima Prefecture . A 2013 WHO report predicts that for populations living in the most affected areas there is a 70 % higher risk of developing thyroid cancer for girls exposed as infants ( the risk has risen from a lifetime risk of 0.75 % to 1.25 % ) , a 7 % higher risk of leukemia in males exposed as infants , a 6 % higher risk of breast cancer in females exposed as infants and a 4 % higher risk , overall , of developing solid cancers for females .   Preliminary dose-estimation reports by WHO and the United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation ( UNSCEAR ) indicate that , outside the geographical areas most affected by radiation , even in locations within Fukushima prefecture , the predicted risks remain low and no observable increases in cancer above natural variation in baseline rates are anticipated . In comparison , after the Chernobyl accident , only 0.1 % of the 110,000 cleanup workers surveyed have so far developed leukemia , although not all cases resulted from the accident . However , 167 Fukushima plant workers received radiation doses that slightly elevate their risk of developing cancer . Estimated effective doses from the accident outside of Japan are considered to be below , or far below the dose levels regarded as very small by the international radiological protection community . The United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation is expected to release a final report on the effects of radiation exposure from the accident by the end of 2013 .   A June 2012 Stanford University study estimated , using a linear no-threshold model , that the radioactivity release from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant could cause 130 deaths from cancer globally ( the lower bound for the estimate being 15 and the upper bound 1100 ) and 199 cancer cases in total ( the lower bound being 24 and the upper bound 1800 ) , most of which are estimated to occur in Japan . Radiation exposure to workers at the plant was projected to result in 2 to 12 deaths . However , a December 2012 UNSCEAR statement to the Fukushima Ministerial Conference on Nuclear Safety advised that `` because of the great uncertainties in risk estimates at very low doses , UNSCEAR does not recommend multiplying very low doses by large numbers of individuals to estimate numbers of radiation-induced health effects within a population exposed to incremental doses at levels equivalent to or lower than natural background levels . ''

A rare disease is any disease that affects a small percentage of the population .   Most rare diseases are genetic , and thus are present throughout the person 's entire life , even if symptoms do not immediately appear . Many rare diseases appear early in life , and about 30 percent of children with rare diseases will die before reaching their fifth birthday . With a single diagnosed patient only , ribose-5-phosphate isomerase deficiency is considered the rarest genetic disease .   No single cutoff number has been agreed upon for which a disease is considered rare . A disease may be considered rare in one part of the world , or in a particular group of people , but still be common in another .   Global Genes have estimated that more than 300 million people worldwide are living with one of the 7,000 diseases they define as `` rare '' in the United States .

Delirium , also known as acute confusional state , is an organically caused decline from a previously baseline level of mental function . It often has a fluctuating course , attentional deficits , and disorganization of behavior . It typically involves other cognitive deficits , changes in arousal ( hyperactive , hypoactive , or mixed ) , perceptual deficits , altered sleep-wake cycle , and psychotic features such as hallucinations and delusions . Delirium itself is not a disease , but rather a set of symptoms .   It may result from an underlying disease , over-consumption of alcohol , from drugs administered during treatment of a disease , withdrawal from drugs or from any number of health factors . Delirium may be caused by a disease process outside the brain that nonetheless affects the brain , such as infection ( urinary tract infection , pneumonia ) or drug effects , particularly anticholinergics or other CNS depressants ( benzodiazepines and opioids ) . Although hallucinations and delusions are sometimes present in delirium , these are not required for the diagnosis , and the symptoms of delirium are clinically distinct from those induced by psychosis or hallucinogens ( with the exception of deliriants . ) Delirium must by definition be caused by an organic process , i.e. , a physically identifiable structural , functional , or chemical problem in the brain ( see organic brain syndrome ) , and thus , fluctuations of mentation due to changes in purely psychiatric processes or diseases , such as sudden psychosis from schizophrenia or bipolar disorder , are ( by definition ) not termed delirium . Like its components ( inability to focus attention , mental confusion and various impairments in awareness and temporal and spatial orientation ) , delirium is the common manifestation of new organic brain dysfunction ( for any reason ) . Delirium requires both a sudden change in mentation , and an organic cause for this .   Delirium may be difficult to diagnose without the proper establishment a person 's usual mental function . Without careful assessment and history , delirium can easily be confused with a number of psychiatric disorders or long term organic brain syndromes , because many of the signs and symptoms of delirium are conditions also present in dementia , depression , and psychosis . Delirium may newly appear on a background of mental illness , baseline intellectual disability , or dementia , without being due to any of these problems .   Treatment of delirium requires treating the underlying cause , and multi-component interventions are thought to be most effective . In some cases , temporary or palliative or symptomatic treatments are used to comfort the person or to allow other care ( for example , a person who , without understanding , is trying to pull out a ventilation tube that is required for survival ) . Delirium is probably the single most common acute disorder affecting adults in general hospitals . It affects 10-20 % of all hospitalized adults , and 30-40 % of elderly who are hospitalized and up to 80 % of those in ICU . Among those requiring critical care , delirium is a risk for death within the next year . Antipsychotics are not supported for the treatment or prevention of delirium among those who are in hospital . When delirium is caused by alcohol or sedative hypnotic withdrawal , benzodiazepines are typically used .

The Revista Cubana de Medicina Tropical ( Cuban Journal of Tropical Medicine ) is a Cuban medical journal concerning tropical medicine . The journal was first published in 1945 and is published in Spanish , although abstracts are available in English . Electronic versions in PDF format are available of articles published after 1995 online . The journal is abstracted and indexed in Excerpta Medica , Biological Abstracts , Index Medicus , and SciELO .

The RUSI Journal is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by the Royal United Services Institute for Defence and Security Studies .   It describes itself as   RUSI Journal is published six times a year . It contains :  ten to twelve timely and policy-relevant articles on contemporary defence and security matters  two to four scholarly studies on military history subjects  book reviews and essays on film , art and media

Latent autoimmune diabetes of adults ( LADA ) is a form of diabetes mellitus type 1 that occurs in adulthood , often with a slower course of onset than type 1 diabetes diagnosed in juveniles . Adults with LADA may initially be diagnosed incorrectly as having type 2 diabetes based on their age , particularly if they have risk factors for type 2 diabetes such as a strong family history or obesity .   The diagnosis is typically based on the finding of hyperglycemia together with the clinical impression that islet failure rather than insulin resistance is the main cause ; detection of a low C-peptide and raised antibodies against the islets of Langerhans support the diagnosis . It can only be treated with the usual oral treatments for type 2 diabetes for a certain period of time , after which insulin treatment is usually necessary , as well as long-term monitoring for complications .   The concept of LADA was first introduced in 1993 , though The Expert Committee on the Diagnosis and Classification of Diabetes Mellitus does not recognize the term , instead including it under the standard definition of diabetes mellitus type 1 .

Dilip Mahalanabis ( born November 12 , 1934 ) is an Indian pediatrician who received post-graduate training in pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore . In the mid-1960s he did research on cholera and other diarrheal diseases at the Johns Hopkins International Center for Medical Research and Training in Calcutta , India . During the Bangladesh 's war for independence he led the effort by the Johns Hopkins Center that demonstrated the dramatic life-saving effectiveness of oral rehydration therapy when cholera broke out in 1971 among refugees from East Bengal ( now Bangladesh ) who had sought asylum in West Bengal .   In the mid-1980s and early 1990s he was a medical officer in the Diarrheal Disease Control Programme of the WHO . Later in the 1990s he served as the Director of Clinical Research at the International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research , Bangladesh ( the ICDDR , B ) .   In 1994 , Mahalanabis was elected a foreign member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences . In 2002 Dr. Mahalanabis , Dr. Nathaniel Pierce , Dr. David Nalin and Dr. Norbert Hirschhorn , were awarded the first Pollin Prize in Pediatric Research for their contributions to the discovery and implementation of oral rehydration therapy . In 2006 Dr. Mahalanabis , Dr. Richard A. Cash and Dr. David Nalin were awarded the Prince Mahidol Prize , also for their role in the development and application of oral rehydration therapy . Oral rehydration therapy is an alternative to intravenous rehydration therapy for preventing and treating dehydration from diarrhea when intravenous therapy is not available or feasible . Oral rehydration therapy is calculated by the World Health Organization to have saved the lives of over 60 million persons .   At present , Dr. Mahalanabis lives with his wife , Dr. Jayanti Mahalanabis ( a high energy physics researcher ) , in Kolkata , India ( Calcutta ) and holds the post of Director of the Society for Applied Studies ( a public post ) , Kolkata .

RV 144 , or the Thai trial , is the name of an HIV vaccine clinical trial combining two vaccines that failed on their own , vaccinating in Thailand over the course of 24 weeks in October 2003 then testing for HIV until July 2006 , publicly releasing efficacy findings in September 2009 . The initial report shows that the rate of HIV infection among volunteers who received the experimental vaccine was 31 % lower than the rate of HIV infection in volunteers who received the placebo .   The trial collaborators have stated that results of this trial give the first supporting evidence of any vaccine being effective in lowering the risk of contracting HIV . On October 20 , 2009 , the organizers released full results of the study through publishing in the New England Journal of Medicine and presented them at the AIDS Vaccine Conference in Paris .

Lanzhou University is a major research university in Lanzhou , Gansu Province , China . Founded in 1909 , it is one of the key universities under China 's Ministry of Education ( Project 985 & Project 211 ) . It provides programs for undergraduate , graduate students on four campuses -- three in Lanzhou city centre and one in Yuzhong County , about 30 miles away from the main campus . Total enrolment is approximately 20,000 . Undergraduate students study at the Yuzhong campus . There are 6 National Bases for the Training of Researching and Teaching personnel for Fundamental Disciplines . The University operates an additional 35 institutes along with 1 national key Laboratory of the Applied Organic and 3 key laboratories of Arid and Grassland Ecology , West China Environment , Magnetism and Magnetic Materials of the Ministry of Education , a key laboratory of Grassland Agro-ecosystem of the Ministry of Agriculture . Lanzhou University was one of the first universities entitled to enroll Bachelor Master 's and Doctoral degree candidates in 1981 . Lanzhou University is one of the top ten universities in contributions to academic publications in international journals frequently cited by ongoing research from around the world .


Question: However, over 7% of fatalities can be attributed to low temperatures - encompassing cases of hypothermia alongside heightened cardiovascular strain leading to heart attacks; this occurs as our bodies naturally constrict circulation in an attempt to preserve core warmth during exposure to icy conditions."

 Cold-Related Deaths: An Overlooked Threat
More than 7% of fatalities globally result from conditions linked to extreme cold, encompassing direct effects like hypothermia and indirect consequences involving cardiovascular strain. When exposed to freezing temperatures, the body reacts by constricting blood vessels—a survival mechanism intended to preserve core warmth but inadvertently increasing blood pressure and the likelihood of heart attacks. These physiological responses contribute significantly to winter mortality rates. Unlike heatwaves, which often receive widespread media coverage and public awareness campaigns, the dangers posed by severe cold weather remain largely underestimated. Factors exacerbating vulnerability include inadequate housing insulation, limited access to heating sources, and pre-existing medical conditions. Addressing this overlooked killer requires comprehensive strategies focusing on improving infrastructure resilience against harsh winters while educating communities about preventive measures during colder months.
The impact of cold-related incidents extends beyond immediate casualties; survivors might endure long-term health complications stemming from frostbite injuries or exacerbated chronic illnesses. Moreover, societal costs associated with healthcare burdens and lost productivity underscore the urgent need for integrated approaches targeting vulnerable populations within high-risk regions. Governments should prioritize investment in sustainable building designs capable of maintaining optimal indoor climates year-round alongside robust emergency preparedness plans tailored specifically to anticipate and mitigate adverse outcomes arising from prolonged exposure to sub-zero environments. By recognizing cold’s lethal toll and implementing proactive interventions accordingly, societies can safeguard lives without compromising economic stability amidst fluctuating seasonal challenges.

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Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma ( DLBCL or DLBL ) is a cancer of B cells , a type of white blood cell responsible for producing antibodies . It is the most common type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma among adults , with an annual incidence of 7 -- 8 cases per 100,000 people per year . This cancer occurs primarily in older individuals , with a median age of diagnosis at approximately 70 years of age , though it can also occur in children and young adults in rare cases . DLBCL is an aggressive tumor which can arise in virtually any part of the body , and the first sign of this illness is typically the observation of a rapidly growing mass , sometimes associated with B symptoms -- fever , weight loss , and night sweats .   The causes of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma are not well understood . Usually DLBCL arises from normal B cells , but it can also represent a malignant transformation of other types of lymphoma or leukemia . An underlying immunodeficiency is a significant risk factor . Infection with Epstein -- Barr virus has also been found to contribute to the development of some subgroups of DLBCL .   Diagnosis of DLBCL is made by removing a portion of the tumor through a biopsy , and then examining this tissue using a microscope . Usually a hematopathologist makes this diagnosis . Several subtypes of DLBCL have been identified , each having a different clinical presentation and prognosis . However , the usual treatment for each of these is chemotherapy , often in combination with an antibody targeted at the tumor cells . Through these treatments , more than half of patients with DLBCL can be cured , and the overall five-year survival rate for older adults is around 58 % .

A knockout ( abbreviated to KO or K.O. ) is a fight-ending , winning criterion in several full-contact combat sports , such as boxing , kickboxing , muay thai , mixed martial arts , karate , some forms of taekwondo and other sports involving striking . A full knockout is considered any legal strike or combination thereof that renders an opponent unable to continue fighting .   The term is often associated with a sudden traumatic loss of consciousness caused by a physical blow . Single powerful blows to the head ( particularly the jawline and temple ) can produce a cerebral concussion or a carotid sinus reflex with syncope and cause a sudden , dramatic KO . Body blows , particularly the liver punch , can cause progressive , debilitating pain that can also result in a KO .   In boxing and kickboxing , a knockout is usually awarded when one participant falls to the canvas and is unable to rise to their feet within a specified period of time , typically because of exhaustion , pain , disorientation , or unconsciousness . For example , if a boxer is knocked down and is unable to continue the fight within a ten-second count , they are counted as having been knocked out and their opponent is awarded the KO victory .   In mixed martial arts ( MMA ) competitions , no time count is given after a knockdown , as the sport allows submission grappling as well as ground and pound . If a fighter loses consciousness ( `` goes limp '' ) as a result of legal strikes it is declared a KO . Even if the fighter loses consciousness for a brief moment and wakes up again to continue to fight , the fight is stopped and declared a KO . As many MMA fights can take place on the mat rather than standing , it is possible to score a KO via ground and pound , a common victory for grapplers .

In biology , depolarization is a change within a cell , during which the cell undergoes a shift in electric charge distribution , resulting in less negative charge inside the cell . Depolarization is essential to the function of many cells , communication between cells , and the overall physiology of an organism .   Most cells in higher organisms maintain an internal environment that is negatively charged relative to the cell 's exterior . This difference in charge is called the cell 's membrane potential . In the process of depolarization , the negative internal charge of the cell temporarily becomes more positive ( less negative ) . This shift from a negative to a more positive membrane potential occurs during several processes , including an action potential . During an action potential , the depolarization is so large that the potential difference across the cell membrane briefly reverses polarity , with the inside of the cell becoming positively charged .   The change in charge typically occurs due to an influx of sodium ions into a cell , although it can be mediated by an influx of any kind of cation or efflux of any kind of anion . The opposite of a depolarization is called a hyperpolarization .   Usage of the term `` depolarization '' in biology differs from its use in physics . In physics it refers instead to situations in which any form of polarity changes to a value of zero .   Depolarization is sometimes referred to as `` Hypopolarization '' .

The Kruithof curve describes a region of illuminance levels and color temperatures that are often viewed as comfortable or pleasing to an observer . The curve was constructed from psychophysical data collected by Dutch physicist Arie Andries Kruithof , though the original experimental data is not present on the curve itself . Lighting conditions within the bounded region were empirically assessed as being pleasing or natural , whereas conditions outside of the region were considered uncomfortable , displeasing or unnatural . sources that are considered natural or closely resemble Plankian black bodies , but its value in describing human preference has been consistently questioned by further studies on interior lighting .   For example , natural daylight has a color temperature of 6500 K and an illuminance of about 104 to 105 lux . This color temperature -- illuminance pair results in natural color rendition , but if viewed at a low illuminance , would appear bluish . At typical indoor office illuminance levels of about 400 lux , pleasing color temperatures are lower ( between 3000 and 6000 K ) , and at typical home illuminance levels of about 75 lux , pleasing color temperatures are even lower ( between 2400 and 2700 K ) . These color temperature-illuminance pairs are often achieved with fluorescent and incandescent sources , respectively . It is noteworthy that the pleasing region of the curve contains color temperatures and illuminance levels comparable to naturally lit environments .

In epidemiology , data or facts about a population is called denominator data . Denominator data are independent of any specific disease or condition . This name is given because in mathematical models of disease , disease-specific data such as the incidence of disease in a population , the susceptibility of the population to a specific condition , the disease resistance , etc. disease-specific variables are expressed as their proportion of some attribute of the general population , and hence appear as the numerator of the fraction or percentage being calculated , general data about the population typically appearing in the denominator ; hence the term denominator data .   In an epidemiological compartment model , for example , variables are often scaled to total population . The susceptible fraction of a population is obtained by taking the ratio of the number of people susceptible to the total population . Susceptibility to a disease may depend on other factors such as age or sex . Data about a population including age distribution , male/female ratios , and other demographic factors may be relevant as denominator data . Denominator data is not only limited to data describing human populations but also includes information about wild and domestic animal populations .

Renewable heat is an application of renewable energy and it refers to the renewable generation of heat , rather than electrical power ( e.g. replacing a fossil fuel boiler using concentrating solar thermal to feed radiators ) . Renewable heat technologies include renewable biofuels , solar heating , geothermal heating , heat pumps and heat exchangers to recover lost heat . Significant attention is also applied to insulation .   Many colder countries consume more energy for heating than electrical power . For example , in 2005 the United Kingdom consumed 354 TWh of electric power , but had a heat requirement of 907 TWh , the majority of which ( 81 % ) was met using gas . The residential sector alone consumed a massive 550 TWh of energy for heating , mainly in the form of gas . Almost half of the final energy consumed in the UK ( 49 % ) was in the form of heat , of which 70 % was used by households and in commercial and public buildings . Households used heat mainly for space heating ( 69 % ) and heating water .   The relative competitiveness of renewable electricity and renewable heat depends on a nation 's approach to energy and environment policy . Few renewable technologies ( whether for heat , electricity or transport ) are competitive with fossil fuels without some form of carbon valuation or subsidy . In those countries , such as Sweden , Denmark and Finland , where government intervention has been closest to a technology-neutral form of carbon valuation ( i.e. carbon and energy taxes ) , renewable heat has played the leading role in a very substantial renewable contribution to final energy consumption . In those countries , such as Germany , Spain , the USA , and the UK , where government intervention has been set at different levels for different technologies , uses and scales , the contributions of renewable heat and renewable electricity technologies have depended on the relative levels of support , and have resulted generally in a lower renewable contribution to final energy consumption .

Respiratory arrest is the cessation of breathing due to failure of the lungs to function effectively . Apnea is the cessation of breathing . Prolonged apnea refers to a patient who has stopped breathing for a long period of time . If the heart muscle contraction is intact , the condition is known as respiratory arrest . An abrupt stop of pulmonary gas exchange lasting for more than five minutes may damage vital organs , especially the brain , possibly permanently . Lack of oxygen to the brain causes loss of consciousness . Brain injury is likely if respiratory arrest goes untreated for more than three minutes , and death is almost certain if left untreated for more than five minutes .   Damage may be reversible if treated early enough . Respiratory arrest is a life-threatening medical emergency that requires immediate medical attention and management . To save a patient suffering from respiratory arrest , the goal is to restore adequate ventilation and prevent further damage . Management interventions include supplying oxygen , opening the airway , and means of artificial ventilation . In some instances , an impending respiratory arrest could be predetermined by signs the patient is showing , such as the increased work of breathing . Respiratory arrest will ensue once the patient depletes their oxygen reserves and loses the effort to breathe . Respiratory arrest is different from respiratory failure .   Respiratory arrest refers to the complete cessation of breathing . Respiratory failure is the inability to provide adequate ventilation for the body 's requirements . Respiratory arrest is also different from cardiac arrest , the failure of heart muscle contraction . If untreated , one may lead to the other .

15 ( fifteen ) is the natural number following 14 and preceding 16 . In English , it is the smallest natural number with seven letters in its spelled name .   In spoken English , the numbers 15 and 50 are often confused because they sound similar . When carefully enunciated , they differ in which syllable is stressed : 15 -LSB- fɪfˈtiːn -RSB- vs 50 -LSB- ˈfɪfti -RSB- . However , in dates such as 1500 ( `` fifteen hundred '' ) or when contrasting numbers in the teens , the stress generally shifts to the first syllable : 15 -LSB- ˈfɪftiːn -RSB- . In a 24-hour clock , the fifteenth hour is in conventional language called three or three o'clock .

Deadly force , as defined by the United States Armed Forces , is force that a person uses causing , or that a person knows or should know would create a substantial risk of causing , death or serious bodily harm or injury . In most jurisdictions , the use of deadly force is justified only under conditions of extreme necessity as a last resort , when all lesser means have failed or can not reasonably be employed .   Firearms , bladed weapons , explosives , and vehicles are among those weapons the use of which is considered deadly force . The use of non-traditional weapons in an offensive manner , such as a baseball bat , sharp pencil , tire iron or other , may also be considered deadly force .

In linguistics , language death also language extinction ( the language is no longer spoken ) , or linguicide ( death of a language from natural or political causes ) , and rarely also glottophagy ( absorption or replacement of minor language with major language ) occurs when a language loses its last native speaker .   Language death is a process that affects speech communities where the level of linguistic competence that speakers possess of a given language variety is decreased , eventually resulting in no native or fluent speakers of the variety . Language death may affect any language idiom , including dialects . Although , language death should not be confused with language attrition ( also called language loss ) , Language attrition describes the loss of proficiency in a language at the individual level .