The brain is like a mystery box inside our heads. To see what's going on inside, scientists have used light and sound, but there's a big problem: the skull. It's like a thick wall that makes it hard to get clear pictures. For a long time, the tools they had were either blurry or needed to open up t
There's a tricky protein called transthyretin (TTR) that can cause big problems. When it misbehaves, it can lead to a disease called ATTR amyloidosis. This disease can hurt many parts of the body, especially the heart and nerves. The problem starts when TTR changes shape and clumps together, forming
The MLB All-Star Game is supposed to celebrate the best players, but lately, it feels more like a popularity contest. While some players get invites based on fame or viral moments, others with strong stats get left out. This year, the New York Yankees' manager, Aaron Boone, is speaking up about one
Bananas are more than just a tasty snack. They have been used for ages in traditional medicine. Two types, Musa sapientum and Musa paradisiaca, are packed with helpful compounds. These include flavonoids, alkaloids, and vitamins. They are found in different parts of the plant, like the roots, fruits
Mario Cazzola has taken on a new role as an honorary editor for the journal Pulmonary Pharmacology & Therapeutics. This is a big deal because it means he gets to help shape the future of research in this field. But what does this really mean for the world of respiratory medicine? First, let's talk
In the Moscow Region, doctors are using new drugs to help people with high cholesterol. These drugs are called PCSK-9 inhibitors (alirocumab and evolocumab) and inclisiran. They work in different ways to lower cholesterol levels. Researchers looked at how many people might need these drugs. They fo
Doctors today often treat Muslim patients. Islam has rules that affect what medicines they can take. For example, many Muslims avoid alcohol and pork products. This guide looks at how Islamic beliefs mix with medicine. It gives examples of common drugs that might not be okay for Muslims. The guide
In seriously ill patients, the way the body processes medicine can change. This is especially true for a drug called caspofungin. Doctors use a special machine called continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) to help these patients. The machine has filters made from a material called polyacrylonit
Patients with severe kidney issues and epilepsy face a tough situation. Their bodies handle medicines differently. This is because their kidneys aren't working well. Dialysis, a life-saving treatment, adds another layer of complexity. It can change how seizure medicines work in the body. So, doctors
North Korean hackers have found a new way to target crypto startups. They are using fake Zoom updates to sneak malware onto Mac computers. This malware, called NimDoor, is more advanced than usual. It uses a mix of different programming languages to steal data and stay hidden. The hackers first tri
