Polio IHR Emergency Committee Highlights Rising Cases and Global Eradication Challenges in 2024
Polio remains a pressing global health concern, with a sharp increase in cases of wild poliovirus in Afghanistan and Pakistan…
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Teen Tragically Dies After Medical Episode During Ice Hockey Game on Long Island
A tragic loss has rocked the Long Island community as 17-year-old Connor Kasin passed away after collapsing during a varsity…
Five Medical Students Tragically Killed in Car-Bus Collision in Kerala
Five first-year MBBS students lost their lives, and two others were critically injured in a tragic car accident in Kerala's…
New Study Shows Atrasentan Improves Insulin Sensitivity in Diabetes Patients with Kidney Disease
Atrasentan, a medication originally designed to protect kidneys, has shown promising results in improving insulin sensitivity for type 2 diabetes…
How Traffic Noise Impacts Mental Health: A New Study Highlights the Role of Nature Sounds
Did you know that the soothing chirp of birds can lower your stress levels—until traffic noise ruins the vibe? New…
Antibiotics vs. Surgery: A Cost-Effective Option for Kids with Appendicitis
Appendicitis is a common reason for hospitalization among children, and surgery (appendectomy) has traditionally been...
Congenital Cataract with Persistent Fetal Vasculature: Insights into Management and Outcomes
close-up of a doctor’s hand holding an ophthalmoscope. In the background, a subtle overlay of a diagram illustrating PFV pathology,…
Second-Hand Smoke Increases Lung Cancer Risk in Non-Smokers by 20%
Second-hand smoke raises lung cancer risk by 24% in non-smokers, with the highest risks found in workplaces. This highlights the…
Women with PCOS Have Fewer Kids and Give Birth Later, Study Finds
Women with PCOS are more likely to have fewer children and delay motherhood, with higher risks of pregnancy complications like…
Switching to E-Cigarettes or Quitting Smoking: A Health Boost for Heart Patients Post-PCI
Switching to e-cigarettes or quitting smoking entirely can significantly reduce the risk of major heart complications in patients with coronary…