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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

Eye Muscle Swelling: A Surprising Link Between Two Conditions

Imagine this: two very different health issues can make the muscles around your eyes swell up similarly. We're talking about Graves' orbitopathy and acromegaly. Recently, scientists compared these conditions by examining CT scans of patients. They measured the size of the muscles on the top, bottom,

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

How Patient Support Groups Adapted Online During COVID-19

When the world shut down due to COVID-19, patient organizations had to quickly turn to technology to keep helping those with health conditions. These groups, which normally offer everything from one-on-one support to group meetups and lobbying, had to find new ways to operate online. The sudden chan

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

Understanding the Ligamentum Teres in Hip Impingement Surgery

The ligamentum teres, or LT, is a small but important structure in the hip joint. It's been getting lots of attention lately, especially in people who have surgery for femoroacetabular impingement (FAI). FAI happens when the ball and socket of the hip joint don't fit together properly, causing pain

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

Navigating Medication Access for Immune Diseases: A Patient-Focused Approach

In the US, the healthcare system can be a bit of a puzzle, with different health plans and policies that make it hard for patients to get the medications they need. This is especially true for people with immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs), who need special treatments. We're suggesting a

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Dec 20 2024SCIENCE

Making Iron and Calcium Work Together: A Look into Biodegradable Materials

Scientists have been experimenting with a mix of iron and a calcium compound called hydroxyapatite (HA) to create biodegradable materials. They mixed these powders together and then shaped them into composites using a process called powder metallurgy. They found that how long they mixed the powders

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

Is Shockwave Therapy Really Better for Achilles Tendon Pain?

You’ve probably heard that shockwave therapy can help with Achilles tendon pain. But does it really work? Let's dig into a study that tried to find out. Researchers wanted to know if adding shockwave therapy to exercise could help people with insertional Achilles tendinopathy feel better and move ea

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

Tiny Cancer Fighters: A Hidden Battle

Imagine tiny warriors, so small they can sneak into cancer cells undetected. These mini boosters are like secret agents, evading the body's usual defenses. Scientists are working hard to make these tools even better and safer for patients. It's a tough fight, but each small win matters. The journey

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

Ca 2+ Overload: A New Hope in Cancer Therapy?

So, you've heard of calcium, right? It's not just for strong bones and teeth. In the world of cancer, high levels of calcium (Ca 2+ overload) inside cells can kill them off in various ways like apoptosis, pyroptosis, and more. This has become a big deal in cancer treatment. But it's not all smoot

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

How Pressure Socks Help with Opioid-Caused Constipation

You might already know that opioid use can lead to constipation, a difficult health issue for many patients. But did you know that reflexology socks could be a helpful tool in managing this problem? Let's dive into a study that explored this very idea. Imagine this: you're in pain, so your doctor p

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Dec 19 2024CELEBRITIES

A Party in Eras: Swift's Birthday Bash Revealed by Mahomes

Brittany Mahomes, 28, treated fans to a sneak peek of Taylor Swift's 35th birthday party through Instagram. The celebration, held on Dec. 13, was themed around Swift's Eras Tour, which recently wrapped up. Mahomes, expecting her third child with Patrick Mahomes, shared several photos from the event.

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