Breast cancer is a major health concern worldwide, and Sweden is no exception. The country has been keeping track of breast cancer cases and treatments for years. This helps them understand how much it costs to care for patients with breast cancer. New tools and treatments are always being develope
Senator John Fetterman is back home after a health scare. He had to go to the hospital because of a heart issue. This caused him to feel dizzy and fall while walking early one morning. His team said it was a problem with his heartbeat called ventricular fibrillation. Fetterman shared a photo on X,
Japan's healthcare system has been put under the microscope. A recent study dug into the real-world costs of hematopoietic stem cell transplants (HSCT). This is a big deal because HSCT is a critical treatment for blood cancers and immune system disorders. The study used data from all over Japan. It
In the UAE, breast cancer is becoming a bigger health issue. It's now one of the most common cancers in the country. What's worrying is that it's being found in younger women, about 10 years earlier than in Western countries. Why is this happening? There are a few reasons. People are eating more hi
Pilonidal disease is a condition that often affects young people. It happens when hair gets trapped under the skin, usually near the tailbone. This can cause pain, swelling, and infection. Why does this happen? Well, things like sitting too much, being overweight, or having a lot of body hair can ma
Scientists have created a new way to fight cancer using tiny particles that glow and make cancer cells self-destruct. This method uses light to kill cancer cells, but unlike other treatments, it uses a special kind of light that can go deep into the body. The key to this treatment is special glowing
People with kidney transplants often face a tough battle. Their bodies are kept from rejecting the new kidney with drugs that weaken their immune system. This makes them more likely to get infections, especially in their lungs. Traditional methods of finding these infections might not be enough. A r
A young child's life was tragically cut short due to a series of medical errors. De'Markus Page, just 2 years old, was taken to AdventHealth Ocala Hospital in March 2024. He had been crying a lot, had diarrhea, and wasn't eating. Doctors found he had a virus and low potassium levels. They treated hi
Medical imaging has seen huge changes in the last 25 years. It's not just about looking inside the body. It's about understanding what's happening in there. This tech has changed how doctors work. In the past, doctors had to guess a lot. They used their hands and simple tools. Now, they can see ins
In the world of surgery, making students feel important is a big deal. It's not just about knowing their names. It's about showing them they matter. A recent study looked at a simple method called "Name, Ask, Thank" (NAT). The goal? To see if this method keeps students feeling valued over time. The
