Soldiers and other specialists often face malaria risks when they are sent to different places. To prevent malaria, they are often given doxycycline. But this medicine can cause problems in the stomach and intestines. Researchers wanted to see if long-term use of doxycycline in soldiers leads to mor
Moving out of the family home is a big deal for anyone. But for people with disabilities, it can be a life-changing event. Families play a huge role in this transition. They have a lot of hopes and fears. They want their loved ones to live independently. But they also worry about what might go wrong
Pregnancy can bring a lot of pain. Some moms try different things to feel better. One mom tried snorting Tylenol. She heard about it at a party. Pregnant women used mirrors and rolled-up bills to snort the medicine. It made them feel good fast. Soon, she did this often in her third trimester. This
A health expert warns that another pandemic is not a question of if, but when. The world is still recovering from the last one, but many countries are already cutting back on health funding. This is a big problem because it means we might not be ready for the next big health crisis. The expert, who
Mental health care in Colorado Springs just got a significant upgrade. Serenity Mental Health Centers has introduced a new, faster treatment for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). This treatment, called accelerated Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (Deep TMS™), is cleared by the FDA. It's a big d
Prostate cancer hits harder in poorer countries. Two drugs, abiraterone and enzalutamide, can help, but they're expensive. Many patients in Nigeria can't afford them. A recent survey asked doctors about this problem and possible solutions. The survey asked 104 doctors in Nigeria about prostate canc
Burns are nasty injuries. They hurt a lot and take a long time to heal. For over 20 years, doctors have been using something called CAMPs. These are like fake skin or tissue. They help burns heal faster. But not everyone agrees on how well they work or if they are worth the money. There are over 75
In the bustling city of Dar es Salaam, living with HIV comes with a heavy burden. Stigma is a constant companion, making life harder for those affected. Between December 2021 and June 2022, a study shed light on how this stigma impacts their daily lives. The study involved 33 participants from Ilal
In the world of germs, some are more famous for causing trouble than others. One such troublemaker is Streptococcus pyogenes, better known as Group A Strep. It's usually known for causing sore throats and skin infections. But in rare cases, it can cause serious lung infections. A 52-year-old woman
The mouth is full of tiny creatures. These are not monsters. They are bacteria. Scientists wanted to see how these bacteria relate to gum disease and missing teeth. They looked at a big group of people from all over the U. S. First, they checked the bacteria in people's mouths. Then, they compared
