Expands definition of career appointment: a limited appointment will be designated as a career appointment when the incumbent has attained 1,000 hours of qualifying service in any 12 consecutive months without a break in service of at least 120 consecutive calendar days.
Myocarditis. Myocarditis occurs when a virus (or, more rarely, a bacteria or fungus) infects the body, causing an inflammation of the heart muscle. Myocarditis can also be caused by an adverse reaction to certain medicines, such as chemotherapy drugs, and exposure to some chemicals. Learn more about Myocarditis.
The heart of a person with endocarditis has clumps of bacteria and cells (vegetation) that form on the heart valves. This makes it harder for the heart to work properly. On occasions, the infection can spread to the kidneys, lungs, and brain. Abscesses can develop in the heart muscle in some cases.