Scientists were quick to share what they knew about COVID-19. They had to guess a lot at first. They thought COVID-19 would act like other viruses. They were wrong about many things. They thought it would be easy to stop. They thought it would not spread through the air. They thought masks were not
The Arab world has been grappling with a serious health issue called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, or MASLD for short. This condition has been on the rise globally, but it's particularly bad in the Arab region. So, let's dive into what's been happening with research on th
The recent measles outbreak in West Texas has put a spotlight on the government's response to infectious disease emergencies. Critics argue that the top health official has been quiet about encouraging parents to vaccinate their children. The health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , faced crit
Breast cancer is a significant health issue for women in Greece. It's the most common type of cancer among them. To tackle this, health experts need a reliable tool to figure out what influences women's decisions to get screened. This tool should be easy to use and give accurate results. First, let
Lung cancer is a major health issue worldwide, causing significant illness and death. It's not just about survival; it's about how well patients live during and after treatment. This is where the concept of quality of life (QoL) comes in. QoL is a big deal for lung cancer patients. It's abo
In 2022, Ghana saw a troubling increase in new HIV infections, with over 16, 500 cases reported. This issue is particularly concerning among men, who are less likely to get tested compared to women. The latest data shows that only 12% of men aged 15-49 have ever taken an HIV test, while 17%
The mouth is a window into the body, reflecting choices made daily. Tiny molecules, known as microRNAs, act like switches, controlling genes. Two key players, miR-21 and miR-125a, are crucial in the battle against cancer. MiR-21 aids cancer growth, while miR-125a fights it. Scientists investigated
Ever wondered why we reach for that "sugar-free" chocolate bar? Or why we choose "gluten-free" bread over the regular kind? It's all about what we think is healthy and how we control our eating habits. First, let's talk about how we see food. Our brains play a big trick on us. We think
Breast cancer is a major concern worldwide, especially among women. It is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths for women. The good news is that breast reconstruction after mastectomy can greatly improve a patient's quality of life and appearance. One popular method is nipple-sparing mastectom
Thyroid cancer has been a topic of concern in Kazakhstan, especially in the East Kazakhstan Region. This area is close to the former Semipalatinsk nuclear test site. The last ten years, from 2013 to 2023, have seen shifts in how often people get thyroid cancer and how many die from it. The Semipala
