The World of Drugs: Insights into Legal, Illegal, Prescription, and Over-the-Counter Medications
Could Taking Prednisone Once a Week Be the Secret to Beating Obesity?
Obesity increases the risk of many health problems like hypertension, diabetes, liver diseases, arthritis, and cardiovascular diseases. It is also a component of metabolic syndrome which is made up …
Blue Corneal Discoloration in a Six-Month-Old Following Antiviral Treatment for COVID-19
A surprising medical situation was recently reported in Thailand. A six-month-old baby’s eyes changed from dark brown to blue after taking an antiviral treatment against Covid-19 called favipiravir. This …
Zolbetuximab Combined with Chemotherapy: A Breakthrough in Stomach Cancer Treatment with a 31% Reduction in Disease Progression Risk
Stomach cancer (gastric cancer), a malignancy originating from the stomach lining, remains a significant health concern in the US. In 2023, it’s estimated that 26,500 new cases will be …
Immunosuppressants in Clinical Practice: No Increase in Cancer and Mortality Risk, A Recent OID Cohort Study Confirms.
In the intricate field of modern medicine, a pivotal role has been played by immunosuppressive medications. These drugs, essential for conditions such as autoimmune disorders and post-organ transplantation care, …
Gene Therapy Used for Parkinson’s Reduces Alcohol Consumption by 90% in Addicted Primates
In the United States, alcoholism is recognized as a significant public health concern, and, in fact, statistics diagnose approximately 29.5 million people with this disorder. The complexity of treating …
Young Adults Are Using Marijuana and Hallucinogens More than Ever, NIH Annual Survey Finds
On August 17, 2023, a news release highlighted an all-time increase in marijuana and hallucinogens usage in people aged between 19 and 30 as well as binge drinking in …
Using Proton Pump Inhibitors for More than 4.4 Years Increases Risk of Dementia by 33% Study Shows
A US study has found a link between long-term use of anti-reflux drugs and the risk of dementia. Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is characterized by regurgitation of stomach contents. …
Minimizing the Risks of Common Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Medications: The Efficacy of BHP Combination Therapy
As men begin to gain more years, something strange begins to happen. Sometimes, it is that the previously simple act of urinating now takes more time, effort, and concentration …