When it comes to treating unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (uHCC), a type of liver cancer, lenvatinib is often the go-to treatment. But how does it stack up against other options? Researchers used a clever method called inverse probability of treatment weighting (IPTW) and network meta-analysis
People on long-term hemodialysis, a treatment for kidney failure, face a higher risk of dying from various causes. This isn't surprising, given the challenging nature of their health journey. But what might be unexpected is the range of reasons behind these deaths. Let's dive in. First off, it's no
Empathy is key to a nurse's job. It helps build a strong relationship between nurse and patient, leading to better care. A study looked into nursing students from universities in India and South Africa to see how empathetic they were. The students were asked to share their thoughts and feelings abo
The Kansas City Chiefs just won big against the Cleveland Browns, but there's one thing fans can't stop talking about—Patrick Mahomes' right ankle injury. After leading a 21-7 victory, the star QB was seen limping off the field, leaving fans and experts puzzled about the coach's decision-making. And
You've heard of obesity and type 2 diabetes (T2DM), but what happens when they show up together? Meet diabesity, a global health issue that's causing quite a stir. The trouble starts when your body becomes resistant to insulin, a hormone that helps your cells absorb glucose. This resistance leads to
In China, hepatitis B (Hep B) is a significant health concern, but surprisingly, not many people are getting treated. A big reason for this is that many folks don't fully understand what Hep B is, how it's treated, or how to find proper medical care. This understanding is what we call health literac
Recently, Remedy Entertainment rolled out a new patch for Alan Wake 2, focusing heavily on improvements for the PlayStation 5 Pro version. The patch, version 1. 27, comes after Digital Foundry highlighted issues with PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) when the game was launched in November
Have you ever thought about how some types of asthma are caused by work? Scientists recently studied this by looking at different patterns, or phenotypes, of asthma that are related to work. They used a method called cluster analysis and turned to the help of machines, a field known as machine learn
Imagine walking into your doctor's office for a routine check-up. You might not give much thought to the early detection methods for serious diseases like colorectal cancer (CRC) and prostate cancer (PCa). But what if we told you that a study has been keeping an eye on what patients think and do abo
Ever heard of hyperphosphatemia? It's a problem that many people with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD) face. High phosphorus levels can lead to issues like hormone imbalances, bone problems, and even heart risks. The good news is that there are new treatments available. But the real question is
