Italy has been lagging in understanding how muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC) affects patients in everyday life. Unlike lab experiments, this is about real patients and real treatments. Researchers turned to administrative databases to gather information on patient characteristics and treatment
Malachi, a lively toddler, loved his dinosaurs, monster trucks, and the Miami Dolphins. His mom, Meghan Jenkins, was busy with work and daycare, enjoying the hustle and bustle of life. But in March 2021, things took a worrying turn. Malachi became unusually tired, coughed a lot, and one day, threw u
A young boy, just 11 years old, found himself battling chronic pancreatitis, a condition marked by persistent inflammation of the pancreas. His days were filled with intense stomach pain, nausea, and a constant feeling of weakness. Traditional treatments aimed to ease his symptoms and tackle the roo
Cancer is tricky. It finds ways to hide from the body's defense system. One way it does this is by using something called PD-1 and PD-L1. These are like secret handshakes that tell the immune system to back off. This makes it hard for treatments to work well. Scientists have a new tool called CRISP
Eastern Missouri is gearing up for its first snowfall of the season, with a weather alert in place for Friday night and Saturday. The region could see 2 to 4 inches of snow, with some areas potentially getting even more. But why is this happening? It all comes down to some cool physics. Clouds are
Cancer is hard enough. But when a patient also has lung issues, things get even tougher. One such problem is CTEPH. This is a condition where blood clots block vessels in the lungs, making it hard to breathe. A treatment called BPA might help. BPA uses tiny balloons to open up blocked blood vessels
Heart attacks are already serious, but they might also be affecting the brain in ways many people don't realize. After a heart attack, especially in cases like Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS), some people struggle with thinking clearly. This isn't just a temporary fog; it can lead to serious issues li
In a surprising discovery, scientists have found evidence of small lightning strikes on Mars. These tiny sparks were picked up by the microphone on NASA's Perseverance rover. The sounds were recorded during dust storms and dust devils, with 55 instances documented over two Martian years. These elect
Melasma is a common skin condition. It causes dark, uneven patches on the face. This can be tough on a person's self-esteem. Right now, there's no magic cure. But, there are ways to manage it. Doctors focus on stopping it from getting worse. They use things like sunscreen, creams, and special skin
Martin Christiansen, now 53, has shed over 100 pounds, but his journey wasn't straightforward. For years, he struggled with his weight, especially during stressful times like finishing his Ph. D. He turned to food for comfort, often feeling hungry no matter how much he ate. At his heaviest, he weigh
