``Transplants can save lives, but they also bring risks. One big worry is posttransplant diabetes mellitus (PTDM), a type of diabetes that can happen after a liver transplant. A study looked at over 10 years of data from the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) to figure out why some
A taxi unexpectedly drove onto a sidewalk in Manhattan's bustling Herald Square on Christmas afternoon. This unfortunate incident, which happened around 4 p. m. , resulted in six pedestrians being hit, three of whom were taken to the hospital. Among the injured were a 9-year-old boy and his 41-year-
Did you know that age and body mass index (BMI) could play a significant role in how well a psoriasis treatment works? A recent study looked into a medication called deucravacitinib, a type of drug that blocks certain proteins in the body. This study wanted to find out what factors might make some p
Week 17 is here, and two experts, Florio and Simms, are making their predictions. Florio leads Simms by only two games going into the final weeks. Both experts agree on the Chiefs winning and the Steelers covering. They also think the Ravens will win and cover. The Seahawks are favored against the B
Everyone knows that doctors and patients often talk about the future of a patient's health. But what about the very end? That's what a recent study in Taiwan looked into. It's the first time anyone has explored how cancer patients and their loved ones who care for them feel ready, both in their mind
Inclisiran, a drug designed to reduce lipoprotein cholesterol levels and minimize cardiovascular disease risk, is currently under scrutiny for its adverse effects. Researchers have dived into the FDA's Adverse Event Reporting System to examine real-world data on inclisiran's potential dangers. This
Imagine if Physician Assistant (PA) programs decide to switch to an entry-level doctoral degree. This change could ripple through the system, affecting institutional accreditation in unexpected ways. To get a grip on this, let's first think about what accreditation is all about. It's like a quality
Ever heard that a cup of coffee might be good for your health? Well, new research is suggesting that this could be true, especially when it comes to certain types of cancer. Scientists have looked at a bunch of studies and found that drinking coffee and tea might actually lower your risk of getting
The Pittsburgh Steelers and the Kansas City Chiefs are set to clash on Christmas Day, with each team bringing a unique set of challenges. Let's dive into the key aspects of this matchup. Firstly, the Chiefs have seen their receiving corps grow stronger over the season. With the return of Hollywood
Scientists recently explored whether the Red Cell Distribution Width-Albumin Ratio (RAR) could help predict the fate of patients with sepsis-related Nonthyroidal Illness Syndrome (NTIS). NTIS happens when your thyroid doesn't function properly due to a severe illness, like sepsis. While RAR has been
