In Japan, the number of people with Barrett's esophageal adenocarcinoma (BEA) has been climbing. This is due to several factors. Fewer people are getting infected with Helicobacter pylori. Plus, diets are becoming more Westernized. And obesity rates are going up. But finding BEA in someone in their
Liver cancer is a serious issue. Doctors use special tests to spot it. One such test is a biopsy. There are different types of biopsies. Two common ones are fine needle aspiration and core biopsies. Both collect tiny bits of tissue from the liver. These bits are then checked under a microscope. A n
Two new chemical compounds have been created. They blend organic and inorganic materials in a unique way. These compounds are made from a special type of anion called a phosphotungstate Keggin anion. This anion is paired with a cation known as a Schiff base. The resulting hybrids are quite interesti
In recent years, the time spent on screens has skyrocketed. This surge is partly due to the shift towards online services for work, education, and socializing, a trend accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. For many, disconnecting from social media, gaming, or other screen-based activities has become
The medical community is always looking for better ways to spot prostate cancer early. One promising method is using a type of MRI scan called biparametric MRI (bpMRI). This tool is getting attention for its ability to predict significant prostate cancer in lesions that fall into the PI-RADS categor
Pancreatic adenocarcinoma is a deadly cancer that is often caught too late. This is because it doesn't show clear signs early on and doctors don't have good tests to spot it early. But there's a new hope on the horizon. Researchers have found a way to use something called "junk DNA" to detect this c
Menstrual pain is a common yet often overlooked issue. It affects many people who menstruate. This pain is often dismissed or shrouded in secrecy. This creates a double bind. On one hand, it is seen as normal, so people just deal with it. On the other hand, it is taboo, so people don't talk about it
Epilepsy in kids can be tough to handle, especially when medicines don't work and scans show nothing unusual. Doctors often turn to fancy tests like PET, SPECT, and ECOG to find where the seizures start. These tests can be pricey and hard to find, making things even harder in places with fewer resou
The battle against lymphatic filariasis (LF) is far from over. This disease, caused by tiny worms like Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi, and Brugia timori, is a big problem in many tropical and subtropical areas. It affects millions of people, causing serious health issues and social problems. Th
Liver issues are serious business. They often show up without clear warnings. One type, steatotic liver disease, is quite widespread. Doctors have been using ultrasound scans to identify it. However, a new approach is gaining attention. It's called ultrasound attenuation coefficient measurement. Thi
