Cancer treatment has seen some amazing changes lately, with scientists focusing on targeted drug delivery. One interesting way to do this is by using something called anionic polysaccharides. These are like superheroes in the world of medicine because they have cool properties like being non-toxic,
As people age, maintaining a healthy blood pressure becomes a balancing act. Seniors often face high blood pressure, known as hypertension, and low blood pressure when standing up, called orthostatic hypotension (OH). The body’s regulation system starts to slow down, making it tough to find that per
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex disease where remyelination—the body's attempt to repair damaged nerve fibers—varies greatly among individuals and even within the same person. Scientists in the Netherlands decided to use this natural diversity to find out what makes some people better at remyel
Ever heard of Suaeda fruticosa? It's a special plant from the Cholistan desert that’s been used for ages to treat swelling and pain. Scientists decided to testing how well an alcohol extract of this plant (Et-SF) works against pain, inflammation, and swollen joints in rats. They found that Et-SF has
Researchers have been asking a crucial question: does delivering a baby too early increase the risk of serious health issues for the mother? To find an answer, they looked at data from a large group of women who gave birth before the 37th week of pregnancy, known as preterm birth. The study aimed to
Imagine you're in a neighborhood hospital, surrounded by conflict. Now, visualize being forced to evacuate, strip in the cold, and walk for hours with wounded people. This is what just happened at Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza. Israeli forces raided the hospital, arresting the director and d
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a brain condition that affects how people act, interact, and think. There's no cure, which makes early detection crucial. Doctors look at kids' behaviors and history to spot it, but it's tough. The face can show brain signs, so facial features are a handy tool. AI c
Imagine you're an elderly Brazilian who attends religious services regularly or identifies strongly with a religion. Chances are, you're less likely to smoke than your peers who don't share the same religious beliefs or practices. This intriguing finding comes from a study involving over 8, 700 part
So, here's what happened. Israeli forces bombed key areas in Yemen, like Sanaa and Hodeidah. This attack left bodies on the ground and a United Nations team in danger. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the World Health Organization boss, was almost caught in the chaos. He tweeted about it, saying, "Just a
Recently, a fire broke out at one of the main hospitals in northern Gaza, forcing medical staff and patients to leave their posts. Israeli forces raided the Kamal Adwan hospital, following a strike that killed five staff members the day before. The hospital's director, Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, reporte
