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Rafael Waters
3 days ago ⋅ 3 min read
Fueling Life: The Story Behind the Food We Eat
Featured Article of the Month
"Fueling Life: The Story Behind the Food We Eat"
In this featured article, we dive deep into the fascinating journey of the food we consume—from farm to table. Discover how our choices impact not only our health but also the environment and global food systems. Whether you're a passionate foodie or simply curious about where your meals come from, this article uncovers the untold stories of nutrition, sustainability, and the power of mindful eating.
Thư Trần
12 hours ago4 min read
How Synapses Are Changed in Alzheimer’s disease: A Microscopic Look
Alzheimer's disease is the most common neurodegenerative disease characterized by memory loss and learning impairments. Past studies...
Preetinder Kaur
4 days ago3 min read
How is Python Revolutionizing Drug Discovery Research?
Python, a versatile and user-friendly programming language, has become an essential tool in modern drug discovery. By offering a rich...
Apurvasai Lakshmanan
12 hours ago2 min read
Nutrition: The Foundation of Healthy Living
Nutrition is vital for maintaining good health and overall well-being. It involves the intake of food and how our bodies use it to...
Ruth Francis
4 days ago4 min read
The Sobering Truth: Alcohol as a Carcinogen
Increased cancer risk is often associated with smoking, obesity, and UV radiation, but the role of alcohol remains largely overlooked....
Erica Tozer
7 days ago5 min read
Technology Trends in Healthcare For 2025
Every year, society sees new technological advances in all areas of life. This is an exciting time to be in healthcare. The wave of...
Alex Baek-Nadell
Feb 73 min read
Could Your New Liver Come From a Lab? - Are Synthetic Organs the Future of Transplant Medicine?
Introduction Needing an organ transplant is obviously an inherently stressful process. A large part of this stress comes from being...
Maya Adam
Jan 193 min read
The rise of Virtual Healthcare
By: Maya Adam Can you imagine a new era of healthcare that's online? Well, that's exactly what's happening with the rise of virtual care...
Sachin M Chaudary
Jan 194 min read
Telemedicine: Your Guide to Modern Healthcare from Home
In the past few years, telemedicine has transformed how we access healthcare. This digital innovation allows you to consult with doctors...
Milini Mingo
Jan 57 min read
The Intersection of AI, Informatics and Continuing Medical Education
Embracing Innovation in CME with AI and Informatics The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) and medical informatics has...
misshunzlazahid
Jan 33 min read
How Does Machine Learning Improve Brain Tumor Segmentation in MRI Scans?
Figure: Brain Tumour Segmentation with Different Labels "Segmentation of brain tumor MRI using machine learning" refers to the process...
Heba Salah
Dec 312 min read
Cancer vaccine - Is it the ultimate solution?
Russia's health ministry has announced that it has created an m-RNA cancer vaccine that would be given to people at no cost. Instead of...
Bilal Tariq
Dec 18, 20243 min read
The Power of Regeneration: Stem Cell Therapy
Stem cell therapy, a revolutionary medical treatment, has been gaining significant attention in recent years due to its potential to...
Haneen Awada
Dec 14, 20242 min read
How Can Biodegradable Sensors Enhance Monitoring of Post-Operative Recovery?
Biodegradable sensors are a revolutionary development in post-operative recovery care. These modern devices, which are made to track...
kemmerly1
Nov 29, 20242 min read
The Pros and Cons of Telehealth
In a world where technology is more ever-present than ever, and has been ingrained into every facet of our lives, we may wonder – how...
Sonia Bains
Nov 22, 20242 min read
Exploring the Future of Weight Loss Injections
In 2022 to 2023, 64% of adults in England were estimated to be overweight or living with obesity. The first line treatment, according...
abeez_abin
Nov 20, 20245 min read
Telemedicine: Transforming Healthcare Delivery in Rural Areas
Introduction Telemedicine, providing healthcare remotely through technology, is changing how medical services are delivered, especially...
Alex Baek-Nadell
Nov 16, 20243 min read
Personalized Medicine: The Future of Autoimmune Disease Treatment
Introduction Imagine your own body turning against you. The same force that protects you from pathogens every day, becomes the same force...
sajjad Reyaz
Nov 14, 20243 min read
Biomimicry - Looking at the Obvious
The first bullet train, inspired by its designer's love for birdwatching and the streamlined shape of a kingfisher, and Velcro, modeled...
stephanieszylar
Nov 12, 20243 min read
Can Digital Health Improve Cardiovascular Disease?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Heart Association (AHA), cardiovascular disease is the...
yangboha
Nov 10, 20249 min read
Obstacles in human heart regeneration
Heart regeneration is limited in humans; strategies like stem cells and pathway modulation aim to boost cardiomyocyte division and repair.
carlocompositions
Nov 3, 20243 min read
What the GLP-1???
By Rebecca Carlo RN, BSN Losing weight seems to be a priority for most people wanting to improve their health. If you’re one of those...
Poornima Venkatesh
Nov 3, 20245 min read
Heart on Your Sleeve: How Wearable Tech is Revolutionizing Cardiovascular Health
The rise of digital health technologies has enabled people to actively manage their heart health and has made it easier for patients and...
Raneen Awada
Oct 30, 20243 min read
Exploring the Ethical Implications of Genetic Editing: Where Do We Draw the Line?
With genetic editing’s promise of curing disease and customizing traits, a powerful ethical dilemma arises: should science’s ability to...
Shiting Wang
Oct 29, 20243 min read
Clinical Trials: Foundation for Medical Advancement
Clinical trials are essential in advancing medical knowledge and developing new treatments. They are carefully designed research studies...
Ayoob Mansoor
Oct 24, 20243 min read
The Future of Medicine: CRISPR and Genetic Disorder Treatments
Introduction Clustered Regularly Interspaced Palindromic Repeats (CRISPR)/Cas9 is a revolutionary technology used in gene editing...
Shumala Jayakrishna
Oct 21, 20243 min read
A Genetic Scalpel: How CRISPR Can Transform Healthcare
CRISPR-Cas9 is a revolutionary method of gene editing, that allows scientists to selectively modify DNA in a much more cost-effective...
analisakvmed
Oct 20, 20243 min read
AI and Sepsis
Sepsis: a Dangerous Condition Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that accounts for 1 in 3 hospital fatalities in the United States. ...
Alex Baek-Nadell
Oct 20, 20243 min read
Immunotherapy: A New Frontier in the Fight Against Cancer
Introduction Around 2,001,140 new cases of cancer will be diagnosed in the United States alone, with over 600,000 people dying from the...
Preetinder Kaur
Oct 11, 20243 min read
In Silico Drug Design: Where Science Meets Simulation
The field of drug discovery has been transformed by in silico drug design, which utilizes advanced computational tools to predict,...
Maya Adam
Oct 5, 20243 min read
Designer Babies With New Genetic Testing Advances
Ever picked traits for characters in a game? Like customizing your character in a catalog, imagine getting to “customize” the traits of...
Haneen Awada
Sep 27, 20243 min read
Empowering Amputees: The Impact of 3D Printing on Custom Prosthetics
3D printing has become a ground-breaking technology in a number of fields in recent years, but its use in healthcare-especially in...
Lubna Rao
Sep 24, 20245 min read
Artificial Intelligence: The New Ally in the Fight Against Cancer
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the way cancer is diagnosed and treated, offering more accurate detection, personalized...
jashenlo
Aug 19, 20242 min read
Artificial Intelligence: Can We Trust It With Our Lives?
A study of the use of artificial intelligence in detecting acute illnesses in neuroradiological scans Artificial intelligence (AI) is...
Haneen Awada
Aug 15, 20242 min read
How Does Artificial Intelligence Improve Diagnostic Accuracy in Radiology?
In radiology, artificial intelligence has become an innovative force that holds the potential to improve diagnostic efficiency and...
athulya2999
Aug 14, 20242 min read
When AI was on thin ice!
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been in an all-time rise with industry experts working every moment to utilize it to the fullest. But...
Mikayla S.
Aug 5, 20244 min read
Breaking Down CAR-T Cell Therapy and Its Applications
What are CAR-T Cells? CAR-T cells are altered versions of typical T cells, which are a type of white blood cell associated with the...
nursefreed2
Aug 5, 20242 min read
Is there a fungus among us? Yeast infection prevention and treatment.
Yeast infections, also called candidiasis, can affect men, women and children. Factors that can make someone more susceptible to getting...
Dhanashree Thombare
Jul 6, 20244 min read
Silent Sentinels: The Transformative Power of Biosensors in Modern Science
Imagine a world where a tiny device can instantly diagnose diseases, detect pollutants in the environment, or ensure the safety of our...
Nikki Elmi
Jun 30, 20243 min read
Green Hearts: Spinach Leaves in Heart Tissue Regeneration
By Nikki Elmi The idea of using spinach leaves to regenerate heart tissue might sound like something out of science fiction, but it is a...
Alexander Strofs
Jun 14, 20243 min read
Clearing the Air: HULU's Green Solution to Indoor Formaldehyde
Introduction In the pursuit of healthier living environments, tackling the invisible dangers lurking in our homes is paramount. One such...
gakpubi
Jun 5, 20242 min read
The Emergence of AI in Acute Kidney Injury
AI can be described as the science and engineering of intelligent machines. AI is currently used in medicine in a various number of ways,...
Glenel Loring
Jun 4, 20247 min read
Heart Logic: An AI solution to congestive heart failure (CHF)
AI systems that function well instill a sense of security and peace of mind. Aging populations, chronic disease burdens, and high...
npwordsmithing
May 11, 20244 min read
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Acute Ischemic Strokes
By: Seethal Sara Thomas, FNP-BC Tools are a driving force in the evolution and efficiency of humankind. Tools helped humans access new...
Aditi Bharambe
May 3, 20243 min read
Stem Cells: What are they?
Stem cells, known as the building blocks of life, hold immense promise in the field of medicine. These cells have the unique ability to...
MANISHA JALAN
Apr 30, 20242 min read
Friendly Fire Fighters: How CAR-MSCs Could Revolutionize Autoimmune Treatment
Millions Battling Their Bodies: A Global Rise in Autoimmune Diseases As reported earlier by MedReport Foundation, the global rise in...
Haneen Awada
Apr 20, 20243 min read
Uncovering the Latest Breakthroughs in Cancer Immunotherapy
In recent years, cancer immunotherapy has emerged as a revolutionary method in the battle against cancer. Unlike traditional cancer...
andreastone2007
Apr 20, 20242 min read
Advancements in Gene Therapy for Hemophilia
Introduction Where a paper cut can’t be healed with a bandaid, hemophilia- a hereditary bleeding disorder- has long affected and...
Krishnakoli Adhikary (she/her)
Mar 12, 20243 min read
A ray of hope – a new non-opioid alternative for acute pain could be on its way
Opioid drugs can be life threatening. It is not uncommon to hear stories about folks being prescribed opioids for injuries, that...
Alex Baek-Nadell
Feb 73 min read
Could Your New Liver Come From a Lab? - Are Synthetic Organs the Future of Transplant Medicine?
Introduction Needing an organ transplant is obviously an inherently stressful process. A large part of this stress comes from being...
Jessica Desai
Feb 32 min read
Face Cosmetology Surgeries
Facial cosmetic surgery encompasses a variety of procedures aimed at enhancing appearance and addressing age-related changes. Common...
Arlene Ambrose, RN
Dec 19, 20245 min read
Endotracheal Intubation: Purpose, Procedure, Potential Risks
Image by Roslyn Green Endotracheal Intubation: Click here to read the key points of this article. Purpose of Intubation : Endotracheal...
Haneen Awada
Dec 14, 20242 min read
How Can Biodegradable Sensors Enhance Monitoring of Post-Operative Recovery?
Biodegradable sensors are a revolutionary development in post-operative recovery care. These modern devices, which are made to track...
Kimberley Blankson
Dec 1, 20244 min read
The wrong 1%: a story of a tibial plateau fracture
In early March of this year, I was playing in a friendly netball tournament, one that would end up with a very interesting trip to A&E....
Lorra Paoletti
Nov 23, 20242 min read
Is it Necessary to Have a Designated Driver for Endoscopic Procedures?
The answer is YES! Any person who has received anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure, like a colonoscopy, gastroscopy or a bronchoscopy,...
June Pomeroy
Nov 21, 20246 min read
Gallbladder Attack! Please Help!
Image by freepik You just ate a large fatty meal and suddenly have a sharp pain in your upper right abdomen! It takes your breath away! ...
Zorida Castro
Nov 16, 20244 min read
What to Expect from a Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Written by Zorida Castro, BSN, RN Image depicting the size of post-operative dressed wounds for laparoscopic cholecystectomy ( 1 ). This...
mckenziebowser24
Nov 13, 20245 min read
Having Surgery? Here's How to Prepare and What Occurs Pre/Intra/Postoperatively
Fearful, anxious, uneasy, and emotional. These are all terms many patients use to describe their thoughts and feelings toward an upcoming...
Laura Mullen
Nov 9, 20243 min read
Surgical Site Infections
Having a surgical procedure now days is so common that there are about 51.4 million every year, which means there is more of a chance of...
Dawn C. Turner
Oct 26, 20244 min read
Why Does My IV Hurt?
Why Does My IV Hurt? “Nurse, my IV is burning.” “Oh, well, sometimes the medications can feel like they are burning. But it looks okay to...
Anshul Kapur
Oct 23, 20242 min read
A New Beat for the Heart: The Life-Changing Power of Aortic Valve Replacement
An aortic valve replacement is a surgical procedure that replaces a malfunctioning or damaged aortic valve with a prosthetic valve. The...
Shumala Jayakrishna
Oct 1, 20243 min read
Lasers, Tumours and A New Surgical Strategy
Epilepsy and brain tumours require surgeries with large incisions and long recovery periods. However, Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy...
Mulualem Anteneh
Sep 25, 20243 min read
Why so Yellow?
As human beings, we have unique characteristics in almost all areas of our lives. We are diverse in our looks and thoughts. One of such...
Jo Gubatan
Sep 22, 20244 min read
To Open or Not: How the State of Your Appendix Determines How it's Removed During Surgery
Depending on when you were born, you might remember watching movies where they bring a kid into the emergency room with unbearable...
Akshay Patil
Aug 20, 20244 min read
“Bariatric Surgery: Know All About Promising Weight Loss Surgery”
Table of contents- Introduction What does bariatric surgery mean? When is this surgery recommended? Types of bariatric surgery...
Betty Wichman MS, BSN, RN
Aug 20, 20244 min read
Will my baby be born by Cesarean section?
NOTE FOR REVIEW AND RESUBMISSION: Please include a cover image Please carefully label your sources section Optional: Try to lengthen your...
Ezra Zelez
May 6, 20242 min read
Intubation: Do the Risks Outweigh the Benefits?
Intubation is a common procedure in hospitals, approximately 13 - 20 million people get intubated each year in the United States. The...
marcielyons14
May 4, 20243 min read
Understanding the Difference- Nasal Surgery: Rhinoplasty, Septoplasty, and Nasal Turbinate Reduction
By Marcie Lyons MS, RN, CNOR Having trouble breathing through your nose? There could be many reasons for this, from facial trauma with...
beccaisaacson10
Apr 27, 20244 min read
Preparing for Surgery: What You Need to Know
Preparing for surgery is a crucial step toward a positive recovery experience, whether it's your first or tenth procedure. From minimally...
nursejillllc
Mar 23, 20245 min read
I'll Be Asleep, Right?!
The second installment in our Navigating Surgery series. Check out the first installment: They're going to cut me?! Now that you have had...
Martin Grim
Mar 22, 20243 min read
The Three Amigos of Wound Healing: Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and Zinc
Martin Grim, LVN March 18, 2023 There are several important factors that affect the overall health of wounds and the rate of healing....
Haneen Awada
Mar 9, 20243 min read
Improvements in Brain and Spinal Surgical Methods
The field of neurosurgery has seen significant changes in the last few years due to amazing progress made in surgical methods. From the...
Gianna Chandler
Mar 8, 20243 min read
What is Lymphedema?
Pictured: An edematous leg with erysipelas, a dermal skin infection. Lymphatic disruption is a major risk factor for this infection....
Dr Olasunkanmi Onifade
Mar 1, 20242 min read
Mind the Gap: The Burden of Orofacial Clefts
Orofacial clefts are congenital defects affecting thousands of children globally. It is estimated that 1 in 700 babies is born with...
Rachael Ng
Feb 10, 20243 min read
The Overlooked Colon Cancer
Introduction Colorectal cancer is not talked about enough and yet, it’s so commonly found in the human population today. According to...
andrew0326lee
Feb 6, 20243 min read
Artificial Angels: A Glance Into Robotic-Assisted Surgery
With the modern world advancing in multiple fields of healthcare, one prominent feature that we see is shifts in the way surgery is now...
nursejillllc
Dec 21, 20234 min read
They're going to cut me?!
So you’ve been told you need surgery. Now what? Here is a general overview of the first step of surgery: the consent. There are questions...
Vikramaditya Rai
Dec 4, 20233 min read
Knee Osteoarthritis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
Arthritis is inflammation of a joint. The knee can be divided into three compartments: medial (inside), lateral (outside) and...
Sirisha Emani
Nov 1, 20233 min read
"The Evolution and Promise of Robotic Surgery: A Journey through Past, Present, and Future"
Abstract: Robotic surgery has come a long way since its inception in the early 2000s, evolving from a promising innovation to a pivotal...
Gianna Chandler
Oct 31, 20234 min read
Why Does Diabetes Lead to Limb Amputations?
Image Credit: https://pixabay.com/photos/foot-care-podiatry-treatment-feet-3557103/ The International Diabetes Federation estimated...
Jacob Quin
Oct 4, 20236 min read
Do We (K)need Surgery? How the CBLO Corrects Cruciate Ligament Deficiency in the Stifle
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructive surgery is one of the most common types of orthopedic surgery in humans, with an...
Merelin B
Oct 2, 20232 min read
Diverticular Disease: Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis
Diverticula are small pouches that bulge outwardly inside the colon/ digestive tract. The presence of diverticula is called Diverticulosis.
Gianna Chandler
Sep 30, 20232 min read
For Wound Healing, “Moisture Balance” is the Name of the Game
Upon suffering a minor injury, you might have been told to let your open wound “breathe” or “air out.” However, wound healing science...
Adhrith Vutukuri
Sep 22, 20232 min read
Why One Kidney Transplant Might Change the World
Introduction In the United States, the demand for critical kidney transplants has reached an unprecedented level and is expected to...
Ma. Teresita Chica
Jan 292 min read
Fetus-in-Fetu: A Rare Parasitic Twin Phenomenon
Having a child is a blessing; some are even fortunate to have twins or more—a true bundle of joy. But what if one twin never fully...
Luetwinta Breedlove, BSN, RN
Dec 30, 20243 min read
Understanding Cradle Cap: Symptoms, Causes, and Effective Treatment for Your Baby
Adobe Stock/ by Anna Newborn babies experience many changes after birth, and their skin is one of them. Whether it be skin color,...
jodiedodgson
Dec 16, 20244 min read
Little Signs, Big Insights: Identifying Autism in Young Children
My best friend has a toddler who is nearly two years old and does not speak. This situation is not uncommon as some children develop...
Mariam Khan
Dec 4, 20244 min read
Is spina bifida curable?
What is spina bifida? Spina bifida is a birth defect associated with the incomplete development of the spine, particularly the neural...
antwianita193
Nov 11, 20244 min read
Spina Bifida in Focus
Mirana Gavami, CC BY-SA 4.0 < https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0 >, via Wikimedia Commons. https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki...
Jennifer John
Nov 2, 20242 min read
"Understanding Croup: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment for Children"
Croup, also known as viral laryngotracheitis, is a common respiratory illness in young children. It is most commonly caused by...
Emma Salazar
Oct 24, 20242 min read
What is hand – foot- mouth disease?
stomatology · A common children's virus that causes sores in the mouth and a rash on the hands and feet. · ...
Betty Wichman MS, BSN, RN
Oct 12, 20243 min read
Healthy Holiday Baby: Protecting Your Baby from RSV
RSV, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, is seen in babies as bronchiolitis with respiratory symptoms like a runny nose and cough progressing to...
Luetwinta Breedlove, BSN, RN
Sep 27, 20242 min read
Is the BRAT Diet Still The Best Nutritional Option For Children Experiencing Acute Diarrhea?
by: Luetwinta Breedlove, BSN, RN For decades, the BRAT diet has been the "go to" recommendation for children who are experiencing...
Billie Jean Buxton,MSN, RNC-NIC
Aug 2, 20243 min read
I Planned To Breastfeed But My Baby Is In The NICU; Now What?
Pregnancy comes with many unknowns. Even if you’ve already given birth, each pregnancy can be very different. An outcome that occurs in...
Taylor Heffner
Jul 7, 20242 min read
Childhood Drowning: The Real Deal Facts & Risk Prevention Strategies
While summer brings on the joys of long warm days by the pool, the harsh reality is increased water activities bring with them higher...
Anjali Bhat
Jul 2, 20243 min read
Part 1/5: Congenital hearing loss: A race against time!
Babies start hearing in the womb! What if the baby has hearing loss? What is the impact?
Kafayat Yusuf
Jun 19, 20243 min read
The Unsolved Mystery of Childhood Cancers
Cancer, once known as a disease primarily affecting the elderly, has become an alarming reality for children and adolescents. In the...
Nguyen Myna
Jun 8, 20243 min read
Excessive Screen Time: a Culprit in Children’s Delayed Development
In today’s digitized world, children are increasingly given access to screens at younger ages. Children spend an unprecedented amount of...
valleyk84
Jun 1, 20243 min read
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hips in Infants
Valerie M. Kemo, RN, CCM, CMAC Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), also called Congenital hip dislocation (CHD), is a condition of...
Isis_Lee
May 28, 20246 min read
Understanding MPS III (Sanfilippo syndrome): A Childs Alzheimers
Logan Paci, a teen with Sanfilippo syndrome. Image source: SWINDALL, ANDREA. “Teen Battling Sanfilippo Syndrome, AKA ‘Childhood...
Nikki Elmi
May 12, 20242 min read
Unlocking Dravet Syndrome - an overview
By Nikki Elmi Dravet Syndrome poses a significant challenge in the realm of pediatric neurology, its impact rippling through the lives of...
Skylar Hunnewell
May 5, 20243 min read
Why do Adopted Children Hit Puberty Earlier?
Precocious puberty is a condition in which a child begins puberty abnormally early. This is usually defined as 7 years old for girls, and...
Skylar Hunnewell
May 3, 20243 min read
COVID-19 and Precocious Puberty
Precocious puberty is a condition which causes children to experience puberty earlier than their peers. It is substantially more common...
Skylar Hunnewell
Apr 23, 20244 min read
Precocious Puberty: Symptoms, Causes, and Impact
Precocious puberty is a condition which causes children to begin puberty abnormally early. “Abnormally early” is generally defined as...
Skylar Hunnewell
Apr 20, 20243 min read
Does Chemical Exposure Impact When Puberty Starts?
Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) are chemicals that disrupt the function of the endocrine system. The endocrine system performs a...
Skylar Hunnewell
Apr 16, 20244 min read
The Hormonal Link Between Childhood Obesity and Early Puberty.
In the past several decades, obesity in childhood has become increasingly common. This has been attributed to food being overall more...
Rachael Ng
Apr 7, 20242 min read
What is Triple X Syndrome?
Introduction If you have one extra X chromosome, you’re most likely a female that has this rare genetic disorder called Triple X...
Sachin M Chaudary
Mar 13, 20242 min read
Understanding Measles: Key Facts and Insights
Measles, once considered a childhood rite of passage, is a highly contagious viral infection that can have serious consequences. Despite...
alepko2
Mar 7, 20243 min read
Protecting Our Little Ones: Water Safety and Preventing Childhood Drowning
By Angela McPhillips, DNP, RN Olympic skier Bode Miller. Professional volleyball player Morgan Beck. Country music star Granger Smith....
Dr Olasunkanmi Onifade
Mar 1, 20242 min read
Mind the Gap: The Burden of Orofacial Clefts
Orofacial clefts are congenital defects affecting thousands of children globally. It is estimated that 1 in 700 babies is born with...
Hannah Woolston
Feb 28, 20242 min read
Fever: Let it Ride or Let it Die?
Fevers in children is one of the primary concerns driving parents to seek medical guidance. Witnessing a fever in a child frequently...
alepko2
Feb 28, 20243 min read
Is Breast Best? Examining the Top 5 Benefits of Breastfeeding
By Angela McPhillips DNP, RN Assessed and Endorsed by the MedReport Medical Review Board “Breast is best” is a controversial slogan in...
mariepb28
Jan 13, 20245 min read
Help Me, Help My Child: The Problem of Childhood Obesity
Over the last few decades, childhood obesity has developed into a major health problem for families in the United States. The current...
Denise Clark
4 days ago2 min read
VAPING: TO DO or NOT TO DO?
All tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, are UNSAFE! Nicotine is a harmful and very addictive substance for all ages, especially...
Dhanvin Raj Puppala
Dec 30, 20244 min read
Unmasking Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Persistent Challenge in Respiratory Health
"Chronic Sinus Troubles? From diagnosis to relief, explore how medical care and lifestyle tips can help you breathe easier!" Introduction...
Apurvasai Lakshmanan
Dec 22, 20242 min read
Understanding Asthma: Breathing Easy
Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. It can lead to significant health challenges if...
Arlene Ambrose, RN
Dec 19, 20245 min read
Endotracheal Intubation: Purpose, Procedure, Potential Risks
Image by Roslyn Green Endotracheal Intubation: Click here to read the key points of this article. Purpose of Intubation : Endotracheal...
samanthamartin2001
Dec 14, 20243 min read
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: A Disease That Goes Beyond Smoking
Introduction Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths globally, with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) accounting for...
Shiting Wang
Dec 7, 20243 min read
Understanding and Managing Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is one of the most common and deadliest cancers worldwide, accounting for a significant portion of cancer-related deaths....
Bilal Tariq
Nov 19, 20242 min read
The Deadly Air: Understanding Smog's Impact on Human Health and What You Can Do
Smog, a type of air pollution, has become a persistent threat to human health worldwide. These gases and particles have severe...
Jennifer John
Nov 2, 20242 min read
"Understanding Croup: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment for Children"
Croup, also known as viral laryngotracheitis, is a common respiratory illness in young children. It is most commonly caused by...
Stephanie Ray
Oct 27, 20243 min read
Valley Fever
Stephanie Ray, RN, BSN What is Valley Fever? Valley Fever (coccidioidomycosis) is a fungal infection caused by breathing in Coccidioides...
droganjoy
Sep 26, 20243 min read
Can losing weight improve my asthma?: The correlation between obesity and asthma.
By: Dianna Rogan INTRODUCTION The rising obesity crisis has caused increased health problems worldwide. From diabetes to depression,...
Laura Mullen
Jul 7, 20243 min read
Dry Downing! What is it? How does it affect my child's health?
During the summer season, it is common to take your family to a local pool, river, or lake to get relief from the heat and have fun...
antwianita193
Jun 26, 20246 min read
Acute Chest Syndrome in Sickle Cell Disease: Monitoring and Management Strategies
Acute chest syndrome (ACS) is a severe complication of sickle cell disease in patients hospitalized with a vaso-occlusive crisis. ACS...
Poornima Venkatesh
Jun 15, 20243 min read
The Lingering Shadow: Understanding and Managing Long COVID
What is Long COVID? Patients infected with the virus responsible for COVID-19 may experience prolonged effects from their infection,...
Ashley Biju
Jun 9, 20244 min read
What You Need to Know About Asthma: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Introduction You have heard of Asthma, maybe your friend or family has asthma, but exactly is asthma? Asthma is a long term condition...
Alexander Strofs
Jun 6, 20247 min read
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: Addressing Critical Research Gaps for Improved Diagnosis, Treatment, and Patient Care
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: Addressing Critical Research Gaps for Improved Diagnosis, Treatment, and Patient Care Abstract Idiopathic...
Myr Selvage
May 9, 20245 min read
Cystic fibrosis: a molecular point of view on the cause of symptoms
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease caused by a mutation in the Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (CFTR) protein...
Elvis Leighton
May 1, 20243 min read
COPD: Breathe Easy with the Right Information and Support
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a progressive lung disease that causes airflow blockage and breathing problems. Over...
Hannah Woolston
Mar 30, 20242 min read
E-Cigarettes are Not Cool
Tobacco use has been a part of human life for centuries. It was often prescribed for various ailments. At least until researchers Sir...
Janelle Salo
Mar 1, 20242 min read
The Silent Killer
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