PCSK9, a protein known for its role in managing cholesterol, is now under the spotlight for its potential influence on cancer outcomes. Recent research has dug into how PCSK9 behaves in different types of cancer, revealing a complex picture. In some cancers, like breast and ovarian, higher levels of
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is becoming a bigger problem for women between 15 and 49 years old. This is true all over the world, but some places are worse than others. The numbers show that in 2021, about 4. 38 out of every 100, 000 women in this age group got IBD. Even more concerning, 45. 90
During the Nazi regime, pharmacology played a significant role. The importance of chemical warfare agents became clear during World War I. Medicines were crucial for treating diseases like malaria and typhoid fever. The goal was to keep soldiers fighting for as long as possible. A recent study look
Tieguanyin tea, a beloved Chinese variety, is in trouble. The planet is getting hotter, and these plants are feeling the heat. But there's a tiny hero inside them: DOF genes. These little guys are like the tea plant's personal bodyguards, helping them grow and stay strong even when things get tough.
People are increasingly sharing their health journeys on social media. A recent study looked at how patients discuss total ankle replacements on Facebook and Instagram. The study found that most posts were about recovery milestones, not complications. This might give a skewed view of the procedure.
Researchers wanted to know if the shape used in software affects skin temperature readings during exercise. They tested two shapes: boxes and ellipses. The study involved 42 male runners. Their skin temperature was checked in three different situations: when they were resting, after dipping in cold
A strange sight lit up the sky over Georgia and nearby states recently. People saw a bright flash, like a giant firework, but it vanished quickly. No sound or smoke followed, which made it even more puzzling. Experts think it was a meteor. It started about 48 miles above Oxford and zoomed southwest
Handling pheochromocytoma during surgery is tough. The body's blood pressure can go haywire. But here's a twist: sometimes, it's linked to another rare condition called Takotsubo syndrome. This makes things even trickier for doctors. First, let's talk about pheochromocytoma. It's a tumor that messe
Informal jobs are everywhere, but their impact on health is often overlooked. A recent study dug into data from 126 countries between 2011 and 2021. It looked at how informal work affects health outcomes like life expectancy, child mortality, and access to healthcare. The findings were eye-opening.
The COVID-19 pandemic didn't just bring health worries; it also sparked a surge in wild theories. Some of these theories made people doubt vaccines. Experts found a link between these false stories and the use of online social platforms. These platforms are like big social clubs. They don't just le
