Alopecia areata is a common skin condition. It makes hair fall out in patches. Some people lose all the hair on their head. Others lose hair everywhere on their body. This can be very upsetting. No one knows what causes it. But, scientists are trying to find out. They are using a special tool called
Neutrophils, which are essential when the body is fighting an infection, are also very important for understanding big health issues like diabetes and heart disease. Most of today's treatments focus on handling metabolism issues. However, the underrated role of inflammation in these diseases often g
In Dublin, Ireland, a large hospital decided to shake things up. They started offering a new type of check-up for patients. This check-up was different because it was done as an outpatient procedure. This means patients could go home the same day, no overnight stay required. The check-up in questio
Psyllids, or plant lice, are tiny bugs with a big problem. They have a habit of sucking out the sap of plants. The damage they cause isn’t just physical. The bugs are also known to spread nasty bacteria. These bacteria are tricky to deal with. They have reduced genomes and can’t be grown in lab
The Japanese study focused on how depression affected the cardiovascular health of older people. It is a well-known fact that depression can lead to heart disease in people who are middle-aged. But the question arose whether depression could also affect the heart health of those aged 75 years and ab
Over the dark, frigid Potomac River, a tragic mid-air clash unfolded injuring more than justonlookers. In the bustling skies surrounding Washington's capital, mid-air disasters have troubled the skies. Two aircraft shared the same airspace with tragic ends. On one side was a small
The world is getting a lot more complex, with issues like bioterrorism, climate change, and urbanization on the rise. All of these factors have led to the emergence of new diseases, especially in pets and farm animals. Pathogens are sneaking into new populations, causing issues with reproduction, pr
Everyone has a story. There's a story behind every missing person. In the early 1990’s Elmer Holmgren was a lawyer living in Las Vegas. . Elmer had a comfortable life and a good job with a wealthy couple named Kenneth and Sante Kimes. In the beginning it seemed ok. But it would take a turn. El
Malaysians adolescents at school aren't brushing their teeth well enough. This is a real problem. It means they are brushing less than twice a day. This habit can lead to big oral health problems later in life. This in turn causes people to have a lower quality of life and less self-esteem.
Everyone deserves top-notch medical care no matter where they live. Right now, there are huge differences in the level of brain surgery care around the world. Some places have state-of-the-art facilities while others are still using outdated methods. This isn't just about fancy equipment but also a
