We all know that when kids get hurt, parents often turn to the internet for answers. But how good is AI at providing accurate information? Let's talk about ChatGPT, an AI chatbot that's become quite popular. More and more people are using it to find medical information online. This study wa
Brazil is taking a big step in the fight against rare diseases. These ailments cover a wide range of 6, 000 to 8, 000 different conditions. Most of these are caused by genetics. Sadly, only about 5% of these diseases have specific treatments available. These diseases often show up early in life, aff
Scabies can be quite a challenge. This skin infection caused by tiny mites can cause intense itching, make it hard for people to fit in plus can be very contagious. Treatments used to be basic, using things like topical creams. Tropical creams like permethrin have long stood as the common choice fo
Have you ever thought about how taking heartworm pills might affect a dog's eyes? Scientists decided to investigate the impact of a certain type of heartworm prevention, known as oral macrocyclic lactones, on the eyes and the pupil response to light in dogs. In a nutshell, they tried to see
Burnout is a major concern for those working in intensive care. Doctors in South Korea are facing serious challenges that affect their well-being and quality of patient care. To tackle this, a survey was organized by the Korean Society of Critical Care Medicine. The survey was spread across
Your environment isn't just about where you live. It's also about the air you breathe, the food you eat, and the people you interact with. These factors play a huge role in shaping who you are and how well your medications work. Your genes might determine your physical traits, but your environment
When we talk about rest and taking a break, its not a new concept. We all know that when we are tired we don't do our best work. But it's kind of shocking how fast Doctors will run from one room to the next without pausing. Doctors are racing against time. Doctors are doing this to
The field of medical surveillance has definitely changed with the tech helping us check up on ourselves despite sitting at a desk and not moving from all day. Devices are now sticky, swallowable pills, and come in different sizes. If you're wondering if you are ready make way for the explosive tech
Nuclear medicine has been revolutionized by many people and institutions. The Japanese Society of Nuclear Medicine (JSNM) is one of them. This year, JSNM marks its 60th year of existence. It is dedicated to exploring new ways to diagnose and treat diseases through nuclear techniques. This organiza
We all rely on medicine to live healthy lives. Let's get into the big game where major countries compete to control access to medicine. Think of it as a race, but one where there's no finish line. China, India, and the United States are the top contenders. The United States owns the research and on
