Have you ever heard the phrase "the best intentions can backfire"? This is exactly what happened in an epilepsy monitoring unit. Inserting a peripheral intravascular catheter is a common procedure, but it comes with unforeseen risks. Some patients developed a severe bloodstream infection, Staphyloco
Since the opioid crisis was announced in 2017, the number of fentanyl-related deaths and the need to understand postmortem blood tests have grown. One crucial factor in interpreting these cases is postmortem redistribution, where drugs move within the body after death. Previous studies on fentanyl r
Memories start as personal experiences, called episodic memories. Over time, they lose detail and blend into our general knowledge, becoming semantic memories. This process is called semantization. Scientists have been studying how these two types of memories interact for a long time. They're especi
Athletes often use cold or heat treatments to speed up muscle recovery. But do these thermal interventions really make a difference? Some research shows that cold might not be so great for growing muscles. It can slow down protein creation and muscle repair after workouts, leading to weaker gains. O
You might have heard that inflammation and neuron death are linked to epilepsy, but do these changes actually cause seizures? To find out, scientists created a unique mouse model. They inserted a special protein that makes certain brain cells sensitive to a toxin. This protein, tied to a specific ge
ABC's hit dance show, Dancing With the Stars, ended its 33rd season with a bang! The finale drew in a whopping 6. 4 million viewers, the biggest audience the show has seen in four years. This was no easy feat, considering it was up against tough competition like NBC's The Voice. In the crucial 18-49
Imagine being able to target a specific part of a protein to fight leukemia with less side effects. That's what scientists are working on with a new drug called XY221. This drug, XY221, is special because it sticks to a tiny part of a protein called BRD4 BD2. This part is like a keyhole, and XY221 i
Have you ever thought about how your body transports important stuff like water and nutrients? It's all thanks to a protective layer called the epithelial lining. Sometimes, this lining can get damaged or not work properly, leading to various health issues. Scientists have a special machine called
Hey, crime drama fans! If you were hoping to see a new episode of ‘High Potential’ on ABC this Tuesday, November 26, we’ve got some news for you. The good news is that the show is coming back in January 2025. The not-so-good news? You’ll have to wait until then to see what happens next. ‘High Poten
Let's take a look at how two different treatments for epilepsy have been used across the United States. We're talking about Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) and Vagus Nerve stimulation (VNS). Both are used to help people with epilepsy that doesn't respond to medicine. First, it's important
