A seasoned firefighter from Baltimore is now fighting a different kind of fire. He was diagnosed with stage 4 esophageal cancer on Valentine's Day. This is a type of cancer that starts in the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. The firefighter, Steve Dorsey
A recent event in New Jersey has raised concerns about measles exposure. A person carrying the virus attended a packed Shakira concert at MetLife Stadium on May 15. This individual, who was not from New Jersey, spent several hours at the venue, potentially exposing thousands to the highly contagious
The struggle to manage cytomegalovirus (CMV) in transplant patients is real. This virus can cause serious issues, especially for those who have received solid organ or hematopoietic stem cell transplants. The main problem? Conventional treatments can be tough on the body and sometimes don't work as
The World Health Organization (WHO) made history on March 20. It happened when member countries adopted the first-ever global pandemic agreement. This pact aims to strengthen the world's readiness for future pandemics. The U. S. chose not to join in. This decision has sparked conversations about gl
The link between tough times in childhood and mental health struggles in young adulthood is clear. This connection is often looked at from a transdiagnostic angle. This means focusing on shared symptoms across different mental health issues, rather than just one specific disorder. A recent study dug
Military medical training has always been tough. It's not just about learning medical stuff. It's about being ready to lead in high-pressure situations. This is where the ACME Teaching Assistant program comes in. It's all about learning by doing. Students get to teach their peers and use simulations
The body's reaction to intense physical activity can be a double-edged sword. While exercise is crucial for fitness, it can also trigger inflammation, which can slow down an athlete's recovery. This is where probiotics come into play. These tiny organisms, often found in yogurt or supplements, might
The pectoralis major is a muscle that has long puzzled medical professionals. The muscle has a complex structure. A recent discovery has shed new light on this mystery. It turns out that there are two distinct tendons in the distal pectoralis major. These tendons are the deltopectoral tendon and
Parkinson's disease is a tough condition. It messes with movement and can make daily life a real struggle. Many people with Parkinson's deal with ups and downs in their symptoms. This is where a treatment called foslevodopa/foscarbidopa comes in. It's a fancy name for a medicine that's given through
Insomnia is a common issue among people in Iran. It is a sleep disorder that can make it hard to fall asleep or stay asleep. Many people with insomnia seek help from psychiatric clinics. A recent investigation looked into how often and in what ways these patients use complementary and alternative
