Doctors have come a long way from the days of blurry x-rays. Back then, it was like trying to read a smudged book. Doctors had to guess what they were seeing. It was tough and not very accurate. Now, imagine a super camera that takes pictures from all angles and combines them into a 3D view. That's
Cancer is a tough battle, especially when it's advanced and you're fighting it for years. In Japan, not much is known about how patients handle this long-term struggle. A recent study took a closer look at how patients' experiences change over time, from 3 to 6 years after their diagnosis. First, l
CVS Health, a company that had a rough 2024, is showing signs of a comeback. Investors are taking notice, especially after the company's impressive fourth-quarter earnings report. Shares of CVS have surged by over 45% this year, outperforming rivals like Walgreens, which has only seen a 3% increase.
Let's talk about a tool called EQ-5D-Y-3L. It's a questionnaire designed to help figure out how kids feel about their health and life. Originally made for adults, it was later adapted for kids. The big question is: does it work well for Chinese kids? The EQ-5D-Y-3L aims to measure something called
Esophageal cancer is a serious illness that starts in the tube connecting the mouth to the stomach. It's not easy to treat, and doctors are always searching for better ways to help patients. One approach is using neoadjuvant treatment, which involves giving treatment before the main procedure, like
Shoulder replacements are becoming more common, and with that comes the need to fix or change these implants. To make this process simpler and less harmful to the body, doctors have created special parts for the shoulder joint that can be easily switched. These parts are called convertible glenoid a
First, let's understand what we're talking about. Lung cancer is a deadly disease. Two ways to fight it are chemoimmunotherapy and immunotherapy. Chemoimmunotherapy is like a two-pronged attack. Chemotherapy uses drugs to kill cancer cells. The chemotherapy part of chemoimmunotherapy has been a sta
In 2025, 126 million Americans tuned into the Super Bowl, eager to see if the Eagles could make a bold move and secure the win. The excitement during the game was palpable. As for the Eagles, they shut down the Chiefs in a 40-22 victory. The Eagles weren't the only ones looking forward to some spec
Let's dive into the world of tiny tags used by scientists to study living cells. These tags, known as "tetraines, " are a big deal in a field called "bio-chemistry. " Bio-chemistry is all about making things react when a certain thing happens. Tetraines are invisible until they react with somet
Kidney organs made in labs could be a game-changer for people with kidney diseases. Think about it— having a new kidney grown just for you, no waiting lists or ethical dilemmas. This could be the future, but we're not there yet. Scientists are working hard to make these lab-made kidneys work just li
