Diabetes is notorious for causing trouble in the blood vessels, and the root of this problem is damage to the endothelial cells that line these vessels. Scientists have been curious about a substance called apelin, which seems to have a positive effect on the heart and blood vessels. The big questio
In Ethiopia, particularly in the Central Gondar Zone, maintaining a steady supply of antiretroviral (ARV) drugs is a big challenge. These drugs are crucial for treating HIV, but getting them to patients on time is not always easy. The problem is that supply chains often face interruptions, leading t
Psychotropic drugs are everywhere. They're among the most commonly prescribed medicines worldwide. These drugs can have serious effects on the environment. They can hurt other organisms even in tiny amounts. But what happens to these drugs when they go down the drain? Not much, it turns out.
Making drugs that are packed into tiny lipid bubbles, called liposomes, is a big deal in medicine. Usually, this process needs a lot of heat, which costs a lot of energy and time. Plus, it can mess up the drugs and the bubbles. But, what if there's a way to do it without all that heat? Scie
Goats in Punjab, India, are facing a serious problem with gut parasites. These tiny troublemakers are making life tough for the goats and their farmers. The issue is so big that almost all goats in the region are affected. The most common culprits are strongyles, followed by coccidia, Moniezia, Tric
Brazil is grappling with the global challenge of providing access to expensive treatments for rare diseases. Pompe Disease (PD) serves as a prime example of this struggle. PD is a rare condition that affects the body's ability to break down a type of sugar, leading to severe muscle weakness. The foc
Depression is a serious issue that affects many people worldwide. Traditional treatments are helpful, but there's always room for new solutions. One potential solution comes from a substance called saikosaponins. This natural compound has been found to have a surprising effect on depression. Imagi
Alcohol use disorder remains a major public health challenge in the United States. There are a number of new medications undergoing clinical trials. One promising example is semaglutide, the main ingredient in Ozempic. The drug's success in treating type 2 diabetes has paved the way for its explo
A growing number of people have been reporting severe eye issues after using popular weight loss injections Ozempic and Mounjaro. These drugs, known for their effectiveness in helping people shed pounds, have now been linked to conditions like nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy or NAION
Heart trouble is a big problem people face across the globe. They often come from having too high cholesterol levels. Doctors have been trying various medicines to keep them in check. For decades, a type of medicine called statins had been the go to. However, adverse reactions showed up quite often
