Heart attacks, known to doctors as myocardial infarctions, have some history with a drug called beta-blockers. Traditionally, beta-blockers have always been thought to be a useful option for reducing the risk of death and complications after a heart attack. This is based on the ol
Imagine tiny gold particles helping to fix eye problems. These are not just any particles, they are special nanoparticles designed to absorb near-infrared light. These nanoparticles can heat up and destroy harmful cells. They can help with vision problems. But how does this work? First, let's ta
HIV has been a heavyweight on global health for a long time. A simple way to check if a person's weight is healthy is to use Body Mass Index (BMI). In many places with few resources, BMI is a big deal for folks starting HIV treatment. It can show if they might get sick or even worse. In Ethio
In the heart of South Africa, smart technologies come to the rescue in assisting those dealing with anxiety and depression. There are many challenges that stop people in getting the help they need. Hurdles are numerous, especially those who live outside urban areas. Accessing mental h
In Uganda, the journey of radiation therapy has been one with ups and downs. In the late 1980's, the first step was to introduce radiation treatment units. This was the start of something big in Uganda. These units were used to figure out the best radiation doses for patie
Ever wondered how Americans feel about different food allergy treatments? It is definitely quite informative. Imagine you take a poll of a vast group of U. S. individuals of various ages and backgrounds. The purpose is to find out their thoughts on selected food allergy management options:
Head and neck cancer patients often face unpleasant side effects from radiotherapy, like dry mouth (xerostomia) and sticky saliva. Scientists are exploring ways to predict these side effects using machine learning. A recent study compared different machine learning models to see which one could pred
Ever wondered how we can really get over our fears? Turns out, the timing of our fear-facing sessions plays a big role. A recent study dug into how long-lasting our fearless memories can be. They tested different schedules like bunched-up (massed) and spread-out (spaced) training sessions. Guess wha
Scientists have been working on a new way to predict if patients with a type of liver cancer, called hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), will have an early comeback of their disease after surgery. This cancer often grows beyond a certain size and number of tumors, which doctors call "beyond Milan. " The
Are you one of the many people who struggle to sleep during the cold winter months? If so, you're not alone. Six out of ten Americans report that their sleep routines are disrupted by the colder seasons. Expert doctors point to several factors like reduced sunlight, heavier meals, warmer rooms, less
