Ever heard of a caterpillar fungus? It's a weird little organism that takes over caterpillars. Turns out, it might help fight cancer! Scientists at the University of Nottingham, UK, have found a special compound in this fungus, called cordycepin, that could stop cancer cells from dividing out of con
Improving the way lung cancer is diagnosed and treated in smaller hospitals is crucial. County hospitals often struggle with access to advanced tools. This new guide, "Clinical Pathway in China County for Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment (2024 edition), " offers practical solutions. It's not just
Ever wondered if diabetes drugs could do more than just control blood sugar? Well, they might! Recent research shows that certain diabetes drugs can lower the risk of kidney stones. These drugs, called SGLT-2 inhibitors, help the body get rid of extra fluid. This makes the kidneys work better and re
Microorganisms play a crucial role in treating organic waste in water, like N, N-dimethylformamide (DMF). Traditional methods use graphene oxide mixed with polymers to create tiny composites, which are then stuck onto copper mesh. This creates a special material called CM@PGO. Scientists designed a
Ever wondered if diverticulosis behaves differently on the right and left sides of the colon? A recent study in China dug into this question by looking at 123 patients who had diverticulitis or bleeding from their diverticula over four years. They split these patients into two groups: those with iss
Have you ever wondered how people's personal beliefs and cultural backgrounds influence their views on drug use stigma? Researchers in Michigan decided to find out. They surveyed over 1, 500 people connected to Families Against Narcotics and Michigan Prepaid Inpatient Health Plan. The results? Most
Many people suffer from back pain, especially in industrialized countries. Finding ways to prevent and treat it is crucial. A recent study looked at how core strengthening exercises help improve strength and reduce disability in people with temporary back pain from a slipped disc. Researchers picke
Are you struggling with gum disease? Probiotics might just be your new best friend! These tiny warriors can boost the effectiveness of regular dental treatments. Research shows that using probiotics along with standard nonsurgical gum procedures can help improve patient outcomes. This is great news
Chondroblastoma is a unique bone tumor that forms in the epiphysis, making up around 1% of all primary bone tumors. What's interesting about this tumor? It has a tendency to be locally invasive and can sometimes spread or recur. Historically, the go-to treatment has been open surgery, where the tumo
Managing HIV often involves a complex regimen of multiple medications. But what if we could make it simpler? Researchers recently tested if a combination of dolutegravir (DTG) and emtricitabine (FTC) could effectively control HIV over the long term. This trial, known as SIMPL'HIV, involved a large g
