Heart attacks, especially those caused by blocked arteries, are quite common and can be deadly. A recent study in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, wanted to find out how much adults knew about heart attack symptoms and risks. Researchers talked to lots of people, from college students to older adults, who live
Imagine you've got some tiny, unwanted passengers living on your body, but you can't feel them at all. That's the deal with pubic lice, also known as crabs. These tiny critters have been causing problems for a long time, and recently, there's been a big outbreak that's slipped under the radar. Pubi
Hey there, did you know that norovirus is the most common cause of foodborne illness in the US? Well, get ready for some not-so-fun facts. Recently, the number of norovirus outbreaks in the US has gone up. In just one week, from December 5 to December 12, the cases jumped from 69 to 91. That's a lot
This winter, a nasty stomach bug called norovirus is causing a lot of trouble in the United States. According to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of outbreaks has jumped from 69 to 91 in just one week. This time last year, we only saw 65 cases. But what exactl
Imagine living with a chronic illness like endometriosis in Finland. You're used to the ups and downs, the ebb and flow of pain. But sometimes, things can get scary. This happens when the illness behaves in unexpected ways, like growing rapidly or aggressively. It can also happen when medical treatm
In a fascinating study, scientists examined how asparagine (C4H8N2O3) behaves in water at cold temperatures. Using a technique called Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR), they looked at the dielectric properties of asparagine in water over a wide range of temperatures and frequencies. They found two mai
Imagine the intestines of rabbits being surgically connected, or anastomosed, after high-frequency electric welding (HFEW). This process helps us understand how quickly and effectively intestinal tissue heals. In a recent study using New Zealand rabbits, scientists found that within a week of the su
Early palliative care integration is making a world of difference for women fighting gynecologic cancers, but did you know there are still big gaps in who gets this help? Let's dive into the latest in symptom management, how doctors and patients talk about the future, and what happens at the end. Sp
Imagine you need to pull a wisdom tooth, but it's trapped under the jawbone and near a nerve. You could take an X-ray to see where it is, or you could get a more detailed 3D image from a CT scan. Which one is better? Scientists decided to compare these two methods using clever computer programs. The
In the world of clinical trials, making participants happy is just as important as finding the right cure. But what makes patients satisfied? You might think it's all about the medicine, but there's more to it. Imagine you're at the dentist. You'd be happier if the staff were friendly, right? The s
