Cancer is a tough opponent, but scientists are always looking for new ways to fight it. Recently, they've discovered something exciting: smart molecules that glow and can target cancer cells, even in places where oxygen is scarce. This is a big deal because many cancer treatments struggle in low-oxy
People often believe things about health that aren't true. Some of these myths have been around for a long time. For example, many think that eating eggs raises cholesterol levels. But recent studies show that eggs don't have much effect on blood cholesterol. In fact, they might even be good for you
A family's life changed forever when their son, Nick, was diagnosed with a rare form of blood cancer. At just 21 years old, Nick's battle with Diffuse Large B-Cell non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma was tough. The family's world turned upside down, not just from the emotional toll, but also from the overwhelmin
Medicine is not just about treating diseases. It's also about making tough choices. Doctors often face situations where they must decide what is right and wrong. This is called clinical ethics. It's a big part of being a doctor. But it's not always easy. Doctors have to think about many things. The
In the world of medicine, emojis are sneaking into places they aren't supposed to be. At Michigan Medicine, doctors aren't allowed to use symbols in medical records. Yet, a recent study found thousands of emojis hiding in patient messages, visit summaries, and post-visit instructions. Most of these
In space, things don't work the same as they do on Earth. This is especially true for tiny creatures like viruses and bacteria. A recent study looked at how these microbes act in the International Space Station (ISS). The findings show that in space, viruses might take longer to infect bacteria. Thi
In early 2023, a young man from Manhattan paid $2, 500 for a full-body scan. He wanted to know if he had any hidden health issues. The company that did the scan, Prenuvo, said it could find problems early. But eight months later, the man had a serious stroke. He now says the scan missed warning sign
A crew of four astronauts is heading back to Earth sooner than planned. One of them has a medical issue that can't be fixed in space. The crew includes NASA's Zena Cardman and Mike Fincke, Japan's Kimiya Yui, and Russia's Oleg Platonov. They've been busy packing up and cleaning their workspace on th
A big fight is happening over kids' vaccines. Some top medical groups are not happy with recent changes. They think the changes are not safe. They plan to take this fight to court. The changes were made by health officials. They cut the list of recommended vaccines. Now, only 11 diseases are on the
The world of sexual health is evolving. New tests and treatments for common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are now available, offering convenience and hope for better health outcomes. These innovations come at a crucial time, as STD rates have been alarmingly high, especially during the COVID-
