A strange chain of events led to a tragic outcome in a recent medical case. It all started with a man in Idaho who was scratched by a skunk while protecting a kitten. The scratch seemed minor, but it turned out to be much more serious. The man later showed signs of confusion, trouble walking, and ha
The world is seeing a big jump in female genital cosmetic surgeries. This is creating more business chances, but it also brings up big ethical questions. Many of these surgeries are not needed for health reasons. There is not enough solid science to back up their safety or long-term effects. Market
Doctors who aren't mental health experts often mix up depression and delirium. This can lead to people being unfairly labeled as depressed when they're not. It can also mean that real cases of delirium get overlooked. A study looked at medical records from different places to see how often this happ
High blood pressure is a big problem in Canada. Many people struggle to keep it under control. A new treatment called renal denervation (RDN) is now available. It's a small operation that can help lower blood pressure. But how well does it work? And who should get it? RDN is a recent addition to th
A man in Michigan passed away due to rabies. This happened after he received a kidney from a donor who had the virus. This is a very rare event. It has only happened three times before in the last 50 years. The donor, a man from Idaho, was scratched by a skunk. This happened while he was on his rur
Doctors today are not just healers. They are also influencers. This shift is especially noticeable in cosmetic medicine. Here, doctors often act more like businesspeople than healers. They promote treatments that may not always be necessary. This is all part of their marketing strategy. The tools o
A wealthy Russian businessman, Dmitry Rybolovlev, faced a tough loss in court. He had tried to avoid paying a huge sum to a U. S. venture capital firm. This firm supports startups working on life-saving treatments. The judge said no, his family trust must pay up. The judge, Kathaleen St. J. McCormi
Weight gain is a serious health issue. It's not just about looks. It can cause problems like heart disease, diabetes, and even cancer. In the U. S. , over 40% of people are affected. This issue is growing worldwide. First, let's talk about diet and exercise. These are the basics. They are the found
Cervical cancer screening just got a big update. Now, women have more choices. They can use a self-swab HPV test. This test is easier and less invasive than the old Pap test. The American Cancer Society says this change could help more women get checked regularly. HPV, or human papillomavirus, is a
People in hospitals often get medicine to fight infections. One such medicine is flucloxacillin. But how do doctors know if the right amount is getting into the blood? That's where therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) comes in. TDM checks the levels of medicine in the blood to make sure it's working we
