Hospitals getting certified for stroke care is a big deal. It means they have the right tools and know-how to treat strokes better. But does this help all patients equally? That's the big question. Black and White patients might not be getting the same benefits from these certified stroke centers.
There's a tricky protein called transthyretin (TTR) that can cause big problems. When it misbehaves, it can lead to a disease called ATTR amyloidosis. This disease can hurt many parts of the body, especially the heart and nerves. The problem starts when TTR changes shape and clumps together, forming
Prostate cancer treatment isn't always straightforward. After surgery, some patients might need additional treatment. This is because cancer cells can sometimes linger, leading to what doctors refer to as a biochemical recurrence. It's like trying to get rid of weeds in a garden, but some roots rema
Mitochondria are like tiny powerhouses inside our cells. They keep us going, but sometimes they go wrong and cause problems. Tiny molecules called miRNAs help control these powerhouses. Scientists have been trying to find ways to see and fix these miRNAs to help treat diseases like cancer. A new id
Weiss Memorial Hospital is in hot water, literally and figuratively. The federal government has decided to cut it off from Medicare, a big deal that could seriously hurt the hospital's finances. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced this decision, saying Weiss didn't follow th
In a recent study, researchers explored the connection between faith, spirituality, and fatigue in people with idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIMs). IIMs are rare muscle diseases that cause chronic fatigue. The study found that those with IIMs and fatigue often have stronger religious beliefs a
Deion Sanders, the head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, recently revealed that he had been fighting a serious health battle. He shared that he was diagnosed with bladder cancer earlier this year. This news came to light during a press conference as the team prepared for the upcoming 2025 season. S
In the rural areas of Southeast Nigeria, a silent health crisis is unfolding among women who have gone through menopause. Osteoporosis, a condition where bones become weak and brittle, is not getting the attention it deserves. A recent study took a deep dive into how common this problem is, and how
Geezer Butler, the original bassist for Black Sabbath, shared his thoughts on the band's last performance. He mentioned that Ozzy Osbourne's health was not good before the concert. Butler was surprised to see how weak Ozzy looked when they started practicing. Ozzy needed help to get to the rehearsa
Newborn sepsis is a big problem around the world, especially in countries that don't have a lot of money. It's hard to know how many babies get sick because there aren't enough good tests to find out. This makes it tough to plan how to help them. In many places, doctors don't have the right tools t
