After heart surgery, many adults face a sneaky issue: atrial fibrillation, or AF. This is when the heart beats in a chaotic way. It's a common problem, affecting up to half of the patients who have had heart surgery. The tricky part? It can show up after the patient has already left the hospital. Th
A Texas doctor, Ben Edwards, found himself in the spotlight after treating kids during a measles outbreak while he himself was infected. Edwards appeared in a video, posted by an anti-vaccine group, showing him with a measles rash. He admitted to having the disease, stating that his symptoms started
Mental health struggles, like schizophrenia, are tough enough on their own. But what happens when someone with these issues also gets physically ill? This is a big question in healthcare. It's not just about treating the physical problem. Doctors must also think about how the mental health issue mig
A speech pathologist was struck by a severe and puzzling illness in 2019. Vanessa Abraham felt like she had a bad flu. She was exhausted, her body ached, and her voice was hoarse. Antibiotics did not help. She was rushed to the ICU when she collapsed and struggled to breathe. Doctors were baffled. T
Seizure disorders, including epilepsy, are a significant drain on healthcare resources. These conditions demand a lot of medical attention and money. The ALVEEG trial is stepping in to address this issue. It's all about finding a better way to manage these disorders using outpatient ambulatory long-
Agriculture faces a formidable foe in anthracnose, a disease caused by the fungus Colletotrichum gloeosporioides. This fungus can wreak havoc on crops, leading to substantial losses in agricultural output. Researchers have found a compound called 4-ethyl-1, 2-dimethoxybenzene that can fight this fun
Vaccination rates among children in Yemen are worryingly low. This is a big problem. The country has been through a lot, with political issues making it hard to get vaccines to those who need them. So, how can things improve? One way is to look at how people currently get their vaccines. This includ
Kidney disease can be a real problem, especially when it leads to heavy proteinuria. This is a big issue in conditions like nephrotic syndrome. Traditional Chinese medicine has long used Astragali Radix to help with this. But how exactly does it work? Scientists have been digging into this question,
Breast cancer is a significant health issue worldwide. One type, estrogen receptor-positive (ER+), can be treated with adjuvant endocrine therapy (AET). This treatment improves the outlook for patients. Yet, it only works if patients stick to the treatment plan. In Brazil, there is not much data on
Gallbladder problems are a big deal worldwide. Every year, millions of people face issues like gallstones and cholecystitis. These conditions can cause serious trouble in the digestive system. Often, surgery is needed to fix the problem. One common surgery is an open cholecystectomy, where the gallb
