Category: Medical Conditions
Study Shows That CRISPR-Edited T Cells for Cancer Treatment Are Safe and Long-Lasting
Promising discovery in the treatment of cancer Scientists from the University of Pennsylvania and Penn’s Abramson Cancer Center showed that immune cells modified by CRISPR-Cas9 the so-called “genetic scissors” …
Women’s Risk of Heart Disease Increases as They Go Through Menopause
A recent study shows that women approaching menopause and those who have recently experienced menopause are very likely to experience significant metabolic and vascular changes that increase the risk …
Chlamydia: Latest Facts, Symptoms, Treatments, and Complications
More than 60 million people are estimated to have chlamydia globally. This makes the infection one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs). However, most of the people …
Tobacco: the Lungs May Partially Self-Repair After Smoking Cessation
The lungs may repair some of the damage caused by smoking. At least that’s what the researchers say in a new study. It’s never too late to stop. The …
Simple Reasons Why You Might Experience Heart Palpitations
You brush your teeth quietly and your heart starts beating faster and palpitating. Don’t panic! The erratic heartbeat is not necessarily a sign of a heart problem, but it …
Acromegaly: Latest Facts, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment and Prognosis
What is Acromegaly? Acromegaly is a rare condition caused by the overproduction of somatotropin (also called growth hormone, HGH and GH) which can lead to distorted facial features, enlarged …
Coronavirus: Are We Heading Towards a Pandemic?
The spread, of the coronavirus is increasing exponentially. The researchers are worrying that the virus will spread all over the world. But nothing is lost yet. The new coronavirus …
Cancer Is on the Rise All Over the World According to the WHO
At the current rate, the WHO warns that the number of cancer cases could increase by 60% over the next two decades, with the new cases being mostly in …
Coronavirus Latest Facts: What Is It And What Are Its Symptoms?
Here’s What You Need to Know About Coronavirus (Including the Wuhan Outbreak) The number of people affected by the current outbreak of the coronavirus continues to rise, as does …