Author: Eziokwu Fab-Emerenini MBBS
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Eziokwu Fab-Emerenini MBBS
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. As a firm believer in preventive health (and a doctor who wants to be kept away), Eziokwu is involved in organizing outreaches and creating awareness on public health issues. On the days the apple keeps him away, he spends his time singing offkey songs and writing poetry.
Are We on the Brink of Developing Synthetic Cells from Scratch?
The cytoskeleton is a matrix of different structural proteins that is vital in the functioning of cells. It maintains the shape of the cells, anchors organelles in the right …
Atherosclerosis Plaque Behaves Like Cancer and Can Be Reversed with the Oncological Drug Niraparib (Zejula), Study Shows
Atherosclerosis is one of the major causes of cardiovascular events, accounting for more than 50% of deaths in developed countries Atherosclerosis is caused by the accumulation of lipids in …
New AI Models Diagnose Heart Conditions Without Cardiologists, Potentially Helping Underserved Areas
Artificial intelligence (AI) has its roots in the 20th century and has burst into full bloom in the 21st. There are not many places where this trend is more …
Evaluating GPT-4’s Performance in Surgical Training: Insights from a Recent Study
With the groundbreaking advancements made in the field of technology over the years, artificial intelligence (AI) is now being applied to every aspect of human life. From transportation to …
The Shortening of White Blood Cells’ Telomeres Due to Aging Is a Major Contributor to Cardiovascular Diseases
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are one of the most prevalent chronic conditions that occur worldwide. Ranging from hypertension to ischaemic heart disease to heart failure, they are the leading cause …
Particles from the Avian Influenza Virus Detected in Retail Dairy Products in the US
Avian influenza is a disease caused by influenza virus type A that primarily affects birds but can affect mammals, including humans, after prolonged exposure. Since its discovery in 1876, …
Why Women Are Less Likely to Start a Conversation on a Dating App
Online dating has made meeting new people way easier and it has become a staple in today’s society, particularly among younger people. About 30% of Americans had positive responses …
Smoking Linked to Gastrointestinal Disorders like IBS, Peptic Ulcer, GERD, and Neuropsychiatric Disorders like Schizophrenia, Dementia, and Depression
Smoking is one of the major risk factors for several chronic diseases and despite efforts to address the habit, the numbers keep going up. Generally, it increases the risk …