The world is facing a significant health issue with the increasing number of HIV and hepatitis B cases. Every year, around 1. 2 million new cases of each virus are reported. By 2025, the number of people living with HIV could reach 40 million. Hepatitis B is even more common, with over 250 million p
Halloween has changed a lot over the years. It's not just about kids dressing up and getting candy anymore. Now, it's a huge deal for adults too. People spend a lot of money on costumes, decorations, and parties. In fact, Americans are expected to spend over $13 billion this year alone. That's a lot
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos, a power couple in the entertainment industry, have three grown-up kids who are making their own mark in the world. Their journey as parents started early, with their first child born when they were just 26 years old. Mark once shared that he wouldn't want more kids, as
Liver surgery is a common treatment for cancer that has spread from the colon or rectum to the liver. However, even after surgery, many patients see the cancer return within two years. This is a big deal because catching it early can make a huge difference in survival rates. Researchers wanted to u
The TWEAK/Fn14 pathway is a hot topic in medical research. It's a system in our bodies that helps control how cells grow, move, and change. This pathway is part of a larger group called the TNF superfamily. It's like a switch that can turn on or off different processes in our cells. In skin problem
In China, healthcare is getting better, but there's a big issue that's often overlooked: how doctors and nurses deal with grief after a patient dies. A recent study tried to understand this better. They talked to 20 healthcare workers and observed them to see how they cope with loss. The study foun
In Japan, doctors have a tough job. They must navigate between treatments covered by public health insurance and costly private options that lack solid evidence. These expensive treatments, referred to as "X" in a recent study, have sparked a debate among oncologists. Over 6, 000 oncologists were s
Brown algae, those humble sea plants, are more than just seaweed. They are packed with special molecules that could change the game in medicine and health. These molecules, like fucoidans and sterols, are created because brown algae live in tough conditions. They could be the key to new drugs and he
Stephen A. Smith is not backing down from his comments about the FBI's investigation into NBA gambling, even after facing criticism from FBI Director Kash Patel. During a recent episode of "First Take, " Smith suggested that President Trump might be involved in the probe, which has led to the arrest
The full moon has long been blamed for keeping people awake and causing strange behavior. The word "lunacy" even comes from the Latin word for moon. But does the moon really affect our sleep and mental health? Research shows that the full moon can have a small impact on sleep. People tend to sleep
