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Jun 15 2025HEALTH

How Aging Cells Might Worsen Ankylosing Spondylitis

Ankylosing spondylitis is a complex condition. It affects the spine and joints, causing pain and stiffness. It is a chronic disease. It can be tough to manage. Researchers have been looking into how aging might play a role in making this condition worse. They are exploring the connections between ag

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Jun 15 2025HEALTH

Breast Cancer Treatment: The New Radiation Debate

Breast cancer patients often face a tough decision after a mastectomy: should they opt for conventional or hypofractionated radiation therapy? This question has been the subject of recent studies. The focus is on the risks of secondary cancers in the opposite breast and the same-side lung. This i

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Jun 15 2025HEALTH

Drug Combo Tested on Tough Cancers

Afatinib and capecitabine are two drugs that are being tested together in a clinical trial. This trial is for people who have cancers that are hard to treat. These cancers include pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma, biliary tract cancers, and other solid tumors. The epidermal growth factor re

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Jun 15 2025HEALTH

Selenium's Role in Fighting Liver Cancer

Liver cancer, specifically hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), is a serious health issue worldwide. It is the most common type of liver cancer in adults and often leads to death in people with cirrhosis. Traditional treatments, like chemotherapy, come with many unwanted side effects. This has led resear

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Jun 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Double-Edged Sword of AI in Mental Health

AI chatbots are everywhere these days, offering all sorts of services, including mental health support. While this might seem like a great idea, experts have some serious concerns. These chatbots are designed to keep you engaged, not necessarily to help you. They can be deceptive and might not follo

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Jun 15 2025HEALTH

The Power of Semaglutide in Weight and Blood Sugar Control

Semaglutide is a game-changer in the fight against type 2 diabetes and obesity. It is a type of drug that mimics natural hormones in the body. This drug is available in two forms: a pill and an injection. Both have shown impressive results in managing weight and blood sugar levels over the long t

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Jun 15 2025HEALTH

Why Matching Workloads Matters in Sports and Therapy Studies

In sports and therapy, how hard someone trains can make a big difference. This is because the body reacts differently to different amounts of exercise. Some people might get stronger, while others might get hurt. This is why it's important to think about training load when doing research in these fi

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Jun 14 2025SPORTS

The Unlikely Journey of Phil De Fries: From Struggle to Triumph

Mental health is a crucial aspect of an athlete's journey, and Phil De Fries is a testament to this fact. Today, he stands as one of the world's most dominant MMA champions. De Fries is the KSW heavyweight titleholder, aiming to defend his title for the 12th time against Arkadiusz Wrzosek at KSW 107

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Jun 13 2025HEALTH

The Role of Occupational Therapy in Early Psychosis Care

Occupational therapy (OT) is a crucial part of mental health care. But when it comes to early psychosis, its role is not as clear. A recent effort aimed to map out what we know about OT in early psychosis treatment. This involved a deep dive into existing research. The goal was to see how OT fits in

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Jun 13 2025HEALTH

Curing Type 2 Diabetes: Can It Really Happen?

Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a massive global issue. By 2045, experts predict that over 629 million people will be dealing with it. This condition seriously raises the risk of heart disease and other serious health problems. Even if blood sugar levels return to normal, the damage from high blood suga

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