Fifty years ago, a little-known thriller called "The Yakuza" hit the screens. This movie, directed by Sydney Pollack, tells a story about two men, an ex-cop and a yakuza, who team up in Tokyo. The ex-cop, named Harry, used to be a police detective. He's hired to rescue a friend's daughter from kidna
Ever had back problems and wondered about the best minimally invasive surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis? Two common options are Delta large-channel endoscopy and unilateral biportal endoscopy (UBE). Both aim to minimize tissue damage and speed up recovery, but which one is the best? A recent study
President Biden has just announced 19 remarkable individuals who will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom. This prestigious honor is given to those who've made outstanding contributions to the United States or global peace. The list includes a mix of celebrities, activists, and community leade
Adenoid cystic carcinoma is a rare type of breast cancer, making up less than 3. 5% of breast cancer cases. Unlike most breast cancers, it often has a better outlook, even though it falls under triple-negative breast cancer. The first step in managing this cancer is usually breast-conserving surgery
In 2024, Detroit hit a significant milestone: the lowest homicide rate since 1965 with 203 victims. Despite the city's population growth, this is a clear sign of progress in combating its violent reputation. Mayor Mike Duggan noted this trend, recalling when the city first got under 400 homicides in
Frailty makes older adults highly susceptible to significant health issues from seemingly minor troubles. Around 10% of people over 65 struggle with frailty. These individuals often grapple with a mix of multiple chronic illnesses, personal struggles, and social issues. Personalized Care Planning (P
Scientists have found something called a Universal Receptive System. It's like a control system for cells, both good and bad ones. This system uses special receptors called TezRs, made from DNA or RNA. They're on the cell's surface, helping cells respond to their environment. A recent study focused
In the world of tobacco, Philip Morris International (PMI) has been quietly supporting educational courses for healthcare professionals. These courses, disguised as independent, focus on harm reduction, suggesting smokeless tobacco and e-cigarettes as safer alternatives to traditional smoking. But i
Cancer treatment often needs a team of specialists across different areas of medicine. The Care Coordination Instrument (CCI) is designed to gather feedback from cancer patients about how well their care is coordinated. Researchers set out to create a German version of the CCI (CCI-DE). This involve
You might know magnesium as an important mineral, but did you know it could play a big role in managing type 2 diabetes? This study looked into whether teaching people with type 2 diabetes about magnesium-rich foods could improve their blood fat levels. The team focused on four key blood fat measure
