Falls are a big problem for older folks in KSA. Lots of things can cause falls, but issues with balance and walking are really common. This study looked at how physical therapists help older people avoid falls. Physical therapists know a lot about falls and how to stop them. They can spot the signs
You might have heard that gut bacteria can influence your mood. A recent study explored whether adding kefir, a probiotic drink, to regular medication could help women fighting major depressive disorder (MDD). The idea is that by tweaking the microbiota in the gut, we might be able to also tweak the
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is linked to the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) are making waves in treating this cancer. When combined with chemotherapy, they're showing promise. This study dug into the immune cell profiles and how they affect survival in metastatic NP
Psychedelic-assisted therapy has been gaining attention in modern healthcare. One big concern is how power dynamics can lead to sexual abuse. A major issue in Western therapy is who has control and who doesn't. This situation can be harmful if not handled ethically. Let's dive into why this is happe
Imagine a tiny, smart nanoparticle that can carry both light-activated and regular cancer drugs. This is exactly what scientists have been exploring. They combined a liposome, a type of tiny fat particle, with a red blood cell membrane to create a unique nanocarrier. This nanoparticle can hold two p
Tumors are tricky because they don't all look the same. This makes it tough to hit them with the right medicine. But scientists have found a clever way to use inflammation to guide special cells called neutrophils, which carry drugs, right to the tumor site. They do this by causing a tiny, controlle
Cancer, we know, is caused by tweaks in our genes. Scientists are hot on the trail of these mutated drivers, hoping to shed light on how cancer starts. But figuring out which genes are common or unique to different cancers is no walk in the park. This study aims to change that. Scientists have whipp
Scientists are now using a new technique called next-generation sequencing to look at many genes in cancer cells at once. This helps them figure out which treatments could work best. The method was tested in multiple places to make sure it's reliable and accurate. It's like having a detailed roadmap
Ever wondered if pets can really help kids feel less anxious? Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) is a special method where kids spend time with animals to feel better. But does it work? Researchers dug into many studies from different sources to find out. While some studies suggest AAT can help reduce an
Have you ever wondered how doctors decide which medicines are best for treating conditions like gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? One way is by looking at the cost-effectiveness of different treatments. A recent review examined the costs and benefits of using proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) an
