In Sweden, two methods are commonly used to treat severe aortic stenosis - a condition where the heart's aortic valve narrows, causing symptoms like chest pain and shortness of breath. These methods are Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) and Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement (SAVR). TAVI
Have you ever felt like your nose was always stuffed up, no matter what you did? That's what people with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) deal with all the time. One treatment that's becoming more popular is a drug called Dupilumab. Let's dive into why this drug is getting so much a
Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old from a wealthy family, has been indicted in New York for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The indictment includes charges like first-degree murder and second-degree murder as a crime of terrorism. Mangione's lawyer said he won't fight extradition to Ne
Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a tricky business. It's like trying to burn down a house, but the house has a really good fire extinguisher—glutathione (GSH). This little molecule keeps tumor cells safe from the therapy's heat. So, scientists have been looking for a way to turn off the fire extinguish
In January 2024, Tanzania began using a 12-dose weekly regimen of isoniazid and rifapentine (3HP) to prevent TB in people with HIV. This medicine can be taken for just 12 weeks instead of the usual 9 months. A study was done before the start of this program to see if a support system involving famil
Shoulder pain can be a real bother, and many people seek help to ease the discomfort. One common approach is education – learning about the pain and how to manage it. But does it really work? Let's dive into how effective education is for people dealing with shoulder pain. Imagine you're in pain an
Imagine a puzzle where dots are connected by seemingly random strings. This is the tale of Catly, an AI-driven game, and its journey to the prestigious The Game Awards (TGA). The game's developer, SuperAuthenti, has been under fire for using NFTs and AI, which some gamers find controversial. But her
Have you ever seen someone wearing a bright yellow, star-shaped patch on their face and thought it was a new fashion trend? Think again! This is the age of pimple patches, where treating breakouts is out in the open. These small stickers are blowing up on social media, with TikTok alone having over
Cryptocurrencies have been on a roll since the U. S. election in November, with bitcoin hitting a new high above $107, 000 on Monday. But despite these soaring prices and President-elect Donald Trump's pro-crypto policies, many financial advisors are still hesitant to recommend crypto to their clien
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a common condition that makes breathing tough and reduces quality of life. Non-medicine treatments like quitting smoking and living healthily are key. Doctors often use inhalers with bronchodilators, sometimes with steroids, to help people breathe e
