Category: Health News
Vaccines Against Tetanus, Diphtheria, Whooping Cough, Herpes Zoster, and Pneumococcal Infections Linked to Reduced Alzheimer’s Risk
In 2020 according to the CDC an estimated 5.8 million Americans aged 65 and older had Alzheimer’s disease. The main risk factor for the disease is age, as the …
The Clinical Spectrum of Neurological Abnormalities in Preterm Infants: Insights into Pathogenesis and Long-Term Outcomes
Neurologic and developmental issues are common complications that constitute a cause of major concern in preterm infants. We very well know that preterm birth is a major risk factor …
Guiding the Delicate Conversation: Educating Children on Sexual Abuse Prevention and Responding to Disclosures
Every year about 60000 American kids are subjected to sexual abuse. The safety and well-being of children is a top priority for all parents. What should they do if …
Speed vs. Safety: The Global Controversy Surrounding the FDA’s Accelerated Approvals
The FDA’s Accelerated Approval Program which allows for the fast-tracking of drugs based on preliminary evidence of health benefits; is possibly causing harm to cancer patients worldwide. The program …
Unusual Post-COVID Symptom: 33-Year-Old Man Experiences Rapid Blue Discoloration in Legs Upon Standing, Highlighting Acrocyanosis Link
A 33-year-old man has developed a strange condition after being infected with COVID-19. When he stood up, his legs turned blue within minutes! A doctor at the University of …
The Dangers of the Borax Consumption Trend on TikTok: Debunking Myths and Understanding Risks
Consumption of borax has no “detoxifying” effect on the body; on the contrary, this TikTok tendency is extremely dangerous. It only took two letters to spark a new viral …
Sweetened Beverages Linked to Higher Liver Cancer Risk in Women Over 50: What You Need to Know
Excessive sugar consumption plays a role in many diseases and may even increase the risk of developing liver cancer. A large observational study links the consumption of sugar-sweetened and …Beyond Transplants: How RNF41’s Discovery Could Revolutionize Liver Fibrosis Treatment and Eliminate the Need for Organ Replacement
The liver is the center of complex metabolic processes in the body. As a result, under healthy conditions, the liver is constantly exposed to diverse proteins, substances, or chemicals …