Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a genetic disorder. It affects the nerves that control muscles. This can lead to weakness and even death. But there is hope. Early treatment makes a big difference. Newborn screening (NBS) is a key player in this fight. It helps spot SMA early. This allows for quick
JIA, or juvenile idiopathic arthritis, is a condition that affects many children. It's a type of arthritis that can cause joint pain and swelling. To manage this condition, doctors often prescribe medications known as biologic and targeted synthetic DMARDs. These medications are designed to help con
Cancer death rates in the US have been falling since 2001. This is great news. But there's a twist. While men have seen a drop in cancer diagnoses until 2013, women have seen a steady increase since 2003. This trend took a pause in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, which disrupted medical care and
In the world of medical research, there's a lot of buzz around something called mesenchymal-stromal-cell-derived extracellular vesicles. These tiny particles, known as MSC-EVs, are like messengers that help cells talk to each other. They've shown promise in treating various health issues, but there'
The dating world has undergone a significant transformation. It has become faster and more intense, which can be particularly challenging for introverts. The surge in dating apps and the changes brought about by the pandemic have added to the complexity. However, being introverted doesn't mean you'l
In Mumbai, a significant challenge persists in managing HIV at advanced stages. The World Health Organization (WHO) has a specific plan, known as the advanced disease management (ADM) package. This plan is designed to lower the number of people suffering and dying from advanced HIV disease (AHD). AH
Incels, or involuntary celibates, are a group of mostly young men who struggle with forming romantic relationships. They often blame women for their lack of a sex life and express their frustrations online. The incel community has gained attention recently, partly due to a popular Netflix show that
A new tool has been created to study how plants and diseases interact. This tool, named DYNAMO-A, looks at how plants grow and how diseases spread within them. It is built on previous models that focused on specific crops like rice and wheat, as well as a more general model meant for education and f
The fight against Hepatitis C has seen big changes in recent years. Direct-acting antivirals (DAAs) have made a huge difference in how the disease is treated. These drugs are a big improvement over older treatments. They work by targeting the virus directly, making them more effective and easier
Taking care of your health is a big deal. It is not just about what you do today, but what you do over a long time. The choices you make can really affect how you feel and how healthy you are in the future. This is why it is important to think about the long term. Let's break it down. A recent
