A pupil at a primary school in Manchester has been diagnosed with a form of typhoid.

The youngster, who attends Abbott Community Primary in Collyhurst, is said to be recovering well after being struck down by the rare illness.

It is understood that the child goes to the school’s nursery, on Livesey Street, and doctors are investigating whether the pupil became unwell after an overseas visit.

Health officials said all parents of pupils at the school had been told of the outbreak by letter – and warned to look out for symptoms.

The child is suffering from paratyphoid, a milder form of typhoid, which is usually picked up abroad.

It is caused by salmonella bacteria and it is often contracted by drinking water, which has been contaminated by sewage.

Paratyphoid can be spread by eating food or drinking beverages which have been handled by an infected person.

Headteacher Heather Riley said: “We’ve followed health advice throughout on this. Our thoughts now are with the pupil who we understand is continuing to make a good, speedy recovery.”

A spokesman for the Health Protection Agency North West said the illness was rare in Britain, with just six cases in Greater Manchester this year and 18 last year. all were travel-related.

He added: “We can confirm that a child who attends Abbott Community Primary School in the Collyhurst district of Manchester has been diagnosed with paratyphoid. the child is not in school and will stay off until fully recovered.

“It is extremely unlikely that anyone else in the school will be affected, but as a precautionary measure all pupils and staff have been given information on the infection and symptoms to look out for. most cases of paratyphoid in the UK are associated with overseas travel.”

THE DANGER SIGNS AND HOW TO STAY SAFE:

Each year there are about 300 cases of typhoid in Britain, mainly among people who have visited friends and family in India, Pakistan and Bangladesh.

The illness usually lasts for three weeks, but may be longer in a small number of cases.

Most patients with paratyphoid recover completely after being treated with antibiotics but intestinal complications can result in death.

Symptoms include fever, headache, rash, stomach pains, loss of appetite, diarrhoea, severe constipation, nausea and cough.

The Health Protection Agency advice for avoiding paratyphoid is:

• Wash your hands carefully using soap, hot water and clean towels. This is most important after going to the toilet and before preparing a meal or eating.
• If you have an infection, you should avoid cooking for others while you are on treatment. if it is unavoidable that you have to cook, it is important that you wash your hands before preparing the meal or a drink and before eating.
• Hand-washing is especially important when travelling abroad.

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THREE pupils from different schools in the Shiselweni region died mysteriously, forcing parents to suspect an outbreak of the deadly meningitis disease.However, the ministry of health has allayed fears of the suspected outbreak in Hlatikulu and surrounding areas. The deaths were reported in the past two weeks and the children showed similar symptoms that could be linked to the disease.such include headaches, fever and vomiting.Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Health Dr Steven Shongwe advised the public not to panic as the ministry has not yet detected the disease.  He said the ministry would inform the nation if there was any outbreak. He said for now, there has been no detection of meningitis outbreak through their system which he said was very up-to-date and, therefore, people should not panic.   Teachers in the schools where the children went suspected meningitis. The deceased pupils are all male. Principal of Hlatikulu Central Primary school who preferred to be referred to as Mr. Dlamini, said as a lay person in health issues, he cannot say what caused the death of the boy from his school. He was quick to point out though that the boy was suffering from a headache. He said another pupil of Christ the King died last week and he showed similar symptoms but he could not say exactly what it was. Dr Shongwe said for now there were only suspicions of cholera outbreak but would inform the nation once that was confirmed. Symptoms of meningitisIt’s easy to mistake the early signs and symptoms of meningitis for the flu (influenza). Meningitis signs and symptoms may develop over several hours or over one or two days and, in anyone over the age of two, typically include: n High fever n Severe headache that isn’t easily confused with other types of headache n Stiff neck n Vomiting or nausea with headache n Confusion or difficulty concentrating — in the very young, this may appear as inability to maintain eye contact n Seizures n Sleepiness or difficulty waking up n Sensitivity to light n Lack of interest in drinking and eating n Skin rash in some cases, such as in viral or meningococcal meningitis Signs in babiesNewborns and infants may not have the classic signs and symptoms of headache and stiff neck. instead, signs of meningitis in this age group may include: n High fever n Constant crying n Excessive sleepiness or irritability n Inactivity or sluggishness n Poor feeding n A bulge in the soft spot on top of a baby’s head (fontanel) n Stiffness in a baby’s body and neck n Seizures Infants with meningitis may be difficult to comfort, and may even cry harder when picked up.

Shut up, MP Magongo tells Maqhawe Mavuso

MOTSHANE Member of Parliament Robert Magongo yesterday told former Mkhiweni MP Maqhawe Mavuso to keep his mouth shut.He said the former legislator had his chance as an MP but failed to work efficiently and, therefore, he must leave them as the current legislators to do their job without interference. to use his words precisely, Magongo said Mavuso was “shallow-minded.” this happened live on national radio yesterday morning in the news programme Letishisako.  Magongo’s emotions got provoked after the former legislator made accusations that the Motshane MP was interfering with the work of the ministry of public works and transport, on among other things, the tendering process of heavy plant machinery such as caterpillars. interferingMagongo was clearing his name on the accusations that he was interfering in the awarding of heavy plant equipment tender.  He said he never interfered or issued an order on which company should be given the tender as some people have accused him.During the interview, Mavuso said there was only one company in South Africa that sold heavy plant equipment. it was then that Magongo responded and told the host of the programme Senzo Malaza that he was not surprised Mavuso could say such stressing; “that on itself proves Mavuso is a slow thinker (ucabanga kancane). He must leave us to do our job. He had his chance and failed,” he said. Magongo told Mavuso to keep a distance because he failed to do his job while he was still in Parliament. “I don’t understand why he is interfering because his time has passed. He failed and that’s just it,” said Magongo.  Malaza had to cut the MP short as he failed to control his loose tongue as he kept referring to Mavuso as shallow-minded.

A. a drop in blood pressure
B. Increased heart rate
C. Dilated pupils
D. Muscle tension

All of them, because this is also known as a "fight or flight" response of our nervous system.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) February 24, 2011

on February 16, Donald Becker, Executive Vice President of the Kroger co., died as a result of a ruptured brain aneurysm, a condition that will affect more approximately 30,000 people in the United States this year. By raising awareness of the symptoms of unruptured brain aneurysms and helping first responders diagnose ruptured aneurysms, the Brain Aneurysm Foundation hopes to reduce the incidence of ruptures and save lives.

An estimated 3–6 million people in the U.S. have an unruptured brain aneurysm, a weak bulging on the wall of a brain artery, which can occur at any age.

Most people with unruptured brain aneurysms are completely asymptomatic; however, some people may experience warning signs which might suggest an aneurysm, such as cranial nerve palsy, dilated pupils, double vision, pain above and behind the eye and localized headaches. if a brain aneurysm is diagnosed early with proper screening, it is possible the aneurysm can be treated to prevent a rupture.

Approximately 30,000 people in the U.S. will suffer a ruptured brain aneurysm (cerebral hemorrhage) and of those that survive, only a third will not be impacted by disabilities. those suffering from a ruptured brain aneurysm will often have physical warning signs such as localized headache, nausea and vomiting, stiff neck, blurred or double vision, sensitivity to light and loss of sensation. Early diagnosis of a ruptured aneurysm can make a significant difference in the recovery of the patient. With early detection, most brain aneurysms requiring treatment can be repaired with surgery or endovascular therapy.

To help ensure the proper diagnosis of brain aneurysms, the Brain Aneurysm Foundation has developed an educational video entitled Early Detection of Brain Aneurysms: Life vs. Death. Designed to educate primary care physicians, emergency room physicians and first responders on the early detection of brain aneurysms, this 20 minute video focuses on recognizing the symptoms related to a brain aneurysm and performing appropriate diagnostic brain imaging to determine if an aneurysm is present.

The Brain Aneurysm Foundation is the nation’s only nonprofit organization solely dedicated to providing critical awareness, education, support, and research funding to reduce the incidence of brain aneurysm ruptures. In 2010, the organization provided $110,000 in research grants to help further research that will promote a better understanding of why this condition happens and identify those at risk before an aneurysm rupture occurs. the organization also provides education materials and awareness information to healthcare professionals and the general population, as well as providing support for patients and their loved ones.

The Brain Aneurysm Foundation relies on fundraising support from individuals and organizations to continue to fund education and research to continue the fight against brain aneurysms.

About the Brain Aneurysm Foundation the Brain Aneurysm Foundation was established in Boston, MA on August 19, 1994 as a public charity. the Brain Aneurysm Foundation is the nation’s only nonprofit organization solely dedicated to providing critical awareness, education, support and research funding to reduce the incidence of brain aneurysm ruptures. For more information, visit: bafound.org.