Ever wondered how researchers tackle the lack of cancer history in the US National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) data? They’ve cleverly found a workaround using R programming. The key lies in examining specific chemicals in urine and blood, such as monocarboxynonyl phthalate and P
Ever heard of a fungal infection called paracoccidioidomycosis, or PCM? It's a big deal in Latin America, especially Brazil. You might ask, what does this have to do with blood vessels? Scientists have been puzzled about a protein called vascular endothelial growth factor, or VEGF, and its role in P
Being pregnant is a big change, but imagine facing it while also dealing with ADHD. You might think it's too much to handle, but a recent study found that it's manageable. Women with ADHD might deliver their babies a bit early or need a C-section more often. The good news is, most babies are healthy
Last month, a doctor in Texas had their charges dropped after they shared sensitive medical information about young patients who underwent gender transition treatments at a major kids' hospital. The doctor, Dr. Eithan Haim, was initially accused of illegally accessing the hospital's online record da
Have you ever thought about how your smartwatch could save your life? Well, it can! Take Nirave Gondhia, for instance. At just 33, he had a heart attack, but his Apple Watch helped him get the medical attention he needed. But here’s the catch: not everyone is using these gadgets to their full potent
Heart issues don't go away just because someone had a rough day. That's why taking the right meds is super important. But, people often forget or skip their pills. This is a big deal because it can lead to more problems and higher bills for healthcare. Doctors and scientists are always looking for n
You've probably heard about the COVID-19 pandemic, right? Well, it's not just about the virus; it's also about how people understand and react to it. In the northern region of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, false information, or fake news, caused trouble. Health groups tried their best to share accurate de
Cancer in the stomach and esophagus has been tough to beat, but new treatments are changing that. Still, these cancers cause unique nutrition problems. Before, during, and after treatments, patients have special needs. This is where nutrition steps in, becoming a crucial part of their care. Doctors
When it comes to knee replacements, there's been a lot of talk about whether personalized ones work better than the standard off-the-shelf kind. Doctors set out to compare the two, focusing on how well patients moved and functioned after surgery. They used a special score called the Forgotten Joint
People with metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) often know they should change their habits to improve their health. But why don't they always follow through? To find out, researchers used the Health Belief Model and talked to patients about what holds them back. MAFLD patie
