The world is facing a significant health issue with the increasing number of HIV and hepatitis B cases. Every year, around 1. 2 million new cases of each virus are reported. By 2025, the number of people living with HIV could reach 40 million. Hepatitis B is even more common, with over 250 million people suffering from chronic infections. These viruses pose serious ...
Lung cancer is a tough opponent, especially when it spreads to the brain. The blood-brain barrier, a protective shield, often stops treatments from reaching brain tumors. Osimertinib, a drug used to treat a specific type of lung cancer, can cross this barrier. However, some cancer cells develop resistance to it. This is where a new player, compound D18, steps in. D1...
Antidepressants are not one-size-fits-all, and a new study highlights this fact. Researchers have ranked the side effects of different antidepressants, showing that some can cause weight gain, while others might affect heart rate or blood pressure. This information is crucial because around eight million people in the UK take these medications. The study looked at 3...
AFib, or atrial fibrillation, is a heart condition that affects millions in the U. S. It happens when the heart's electrical system goes haywire, causing the upper chambers to quiver instead of pump blood efficiently. This can lead to a rapid, irregular heartbeat, making it hard to breathe, causing chest pain, and even increasing the risk of stroke. The main worry w...
The market for stomach cancer treatments is growing fast. It was worth $5. 51 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $12. 64 billion by 2030. This growth is driven by new drugs and therapies. The demand for affordable and painless treatments is also increasing. The aging population is another factor, as older people are more likely to get stomach cancer. Stomach c...
Laryngeal dystonia (LD) is a tricky condition. It causes sudden muscle spasms in the voice box during speech. This makes talking really hard. People with LD often find it tough to communicate clearly. Recently, sodium oxybate has shown promise as a treatment. It's especially helpful for those who respond to alcohol. But how well does it work over time? A recent study...
Chronic pain affects millions, yet treatments haven't kept up with scientific advances. Experts agree that we know more than ever about pain, but the healthcare system isn't set up to deliver the right care. Nearly one in four adults struggles with chronic pain, a number that's been rising since 2019. As people live longer, conditions like arthritis and degenerative ...
Brodalumab is a medication that targets a specific protein in the body. It is used to treat adults with severe skin conditions, such as plaque psoriasis, when other treatments have not worked. However, it carries a significant warning about potential mental health risks. For the past seven years, researchers have been monitoring this drug. They have been gathering d...
Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a rare condition that causes painful swelling. Two treatments, garadacimab and lanadelumab, were put to the test to see which one works better. Since there are no direct comparisons, researchers used a clever method called matching-adjusted indirect comparison (MAIC) to make an educated guess. Garadacimab was given once a month, while ...
After surgery, some people experience confusion. This is not a small issue. It can lead to longer hospital stays. It might also cause lasting problems with the brain. The big question is: why do doctors struggle to treat it? Doctors try different medicines. But these treatments are not always effective. They are not backed by strong research. This makes the situatio...