Chemotherapy is a common treatment for lung adenocarcinoma, but it has its limitations. So, scientists are looking into how it affects our body's defense system. They studied cells from nine patients who either had surgery or chemotherapy before surgery. They found that chemotherapy changes how immu
From 2015 to 2020, researchers have been keeping a close eye on how well flu vaccines protect kids from severe influenza. The goal? To boost vaccine use and make sure policies around the world are solid. Kids can get hit hard by the flu, and severe cases can lead to hospital visits or even worse. S
Human Papillomavirus, or HPV, is a common virus spread through sexual contact, and it's a major cause of cervical cancer. In Ethiopia, HPV is quite common, but not many people are getting the HPV vaccine. This study looked into how many parents in Jimma Town are willing to vaccinate their daughters
Let's talk about vaccines and why some disabled people in Kenya aren't getting their COVID-19 shots. A study found that 59% of disabled folks were fully vaccinated, but those with mental or self-care issues were left behind. What makes someone decide to get vaccinated? Trust in the benefits, doctor'
Ever wondered how your health insurance fund's budget behaves with the economy? Let's zoom in on the Czech Republic, where the health care system is largely funded through Statutory Health Insurance. This scheme relies heavily on contributions from both employees and employers, which are based on wa
Imagine having trouble seeing out of one eye suddenly. You might think it's just a temporary thing, but doctors now suggest that a serious condition could be hidden behind it. This condition is called acute retinal artery ischemia. It's when the blood supply to the eye gets cut off, leading to visio
You might know that pharmacists are vital in clinics and wards, but did you know they could do even more in operating theatres? These experts deal with lots of medicines that are both risky and expensive. If pharmacists stepped in, they could make sure these medicines are used in the best way possib
Scientists have uncovered an interesting discovery: a compound from cannabis called CBD might protect kidneys from harm caused by certain traditional Chinese medicines. Let's break down how they figured this out. First off, there's a nasty substance called Aristolochic Acid I (AAI) in some traditio
Believe it or not, trash can be a big problem when it comes to greenhouse gases. In China, people are turning to incinerators to deal with municipal solid waste, or MSW. Researchers decided to take a closer look at two incinerators in Qingdao. They found that Plant A released 56. 55 kilograms of CO2
Imagine trying to solve a puzzle where you need to match the right pieces together. In the world of genetics, this is called phasing—figuring out which genes on chromosome pairs go together. This process is crucial for diagnosing and treating certain skin diseases, like recessive dystrophic epidermo
