Biliary tract cancers (BTCs) are a group of cancers that are becoming more common and harder to treat. These cancers are tricky because they have different genetic makeups, making it hard to find the right treatment. Doctors have been looking into the genetic makeup of these cancers to find better w
Imagine living in a long-term care facility with dementia. Now, imagine doing it with hearing and vision loss. It's a tough situation, right? Unfortunately, this is a common reality for many residents with dementia (RwD) in long-term care (LTC) facilities. These sensory losses can make daily life ev
Menopause is a challenging phase for many women, marked by a variety of symptoms. While hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a common treatment, its potential side effects have sparked interest in alternative remedies. One such remedy is Cheonggukjang, a traditional Korean fermented soybean product.
A$AP Rocky's trial for a firearm assault case reached its closing arguments on Thursday. The prosecution painted Rocky as the main antagonist in a street fight that allegedly ended with real gunshots on a Hollywood street corner three years ago. The defense argued that the prosecution failed to prov
Breast cancer is a scary diagnosis, but there are many ways to fight it. One type is ERBB2-positive breast cancer, which used to be called HER2-positive. Doctors have been looking for ways to make treatment easier for patients with this type of cancer. They want to find markers in the body that can
Ozempic, a popular drug for diabetes and weight loss, has shown unexpected benefits in reducing alcohol consumption. A recent study involving 48 participants with moderate alcohol-use disorder found that those taking semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic, drank significantly less alcohol and
Let's talk about how the pharmacy has changed over the years. The global pharmacy industry has transformed rapidly. Lots of money moving around has changed the companies making medicines. It's now known as the Health Industrial Complex. Medicines used to be cheaper, but now they're designed to m
The CCX0722, the weight loss medicine, is on the brink of pushing through the finishing line of production. Researchers are making strides in the final stages of manufacturing. This new phase is putting things in place for serious testing on people. The target is to have it on shelves in early 2026.
A$AP Rocky, also known by his real name Rakim Mayers, chose silence in his assault trial in Los Angeles this week. He stated clearly, “I want my right to not testify. ” Rocky has been charged with two serious assault counts. The trial is over after a lawyer informed the judge the d
Salman Rushdie, a well-known author, was getting ready to speak to a big crowd, but things took a sudden and violent turn. He noticed someone rushing towards him on the stage. This person had a frightening look in his eyes. The person struck Rushdie in the face and neck, leaving him with a lot of
