Lung cancer is a complex disease. It is not one-size-fits-all. Stage III non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is a prime example. It is a mixed bag of different subgroups. Some respond well to treatment. Others do not. This is why identifying these subgroups is so important. It helps doctors ta
In the treatment of lung cancer, doctors often use a combination of chemotherapy and radiation. But there is a problem. Sometimes, this mix causes a serious side effect called pneumonitis. This is when the lungs become inflamed. Pneumonitis can be bad enough to stop treatment. But what happens
When it comes to tackling substance use, there's a big gap in understanding how religion and spirituality fit in. This gap is surprising, given how much these factors influence people's lives. It is crucial to look at how faith and belief systems can support harm reduction efforts. Harm r
The world around us has a big say in how our blood vessels behave. It can either help or harm our hearts. This is especially true when it comes to things like air pollution and certain chemicals. These troublemakers can cause stress in our bodies, leading to long-term inflammation and making our blo
Gretchen Wilson, known for her hit song "Redneck Woman, " has been quietly battling significant health issues. Her journey began with a severe case of COVID-19, which left her with lasting effects. High blood pressure, shortness of breath, and asthma became part of her daily life. Finding the right
Beauty products are a big part of daily life for many people. However, a recent investigation has uncovered a disturbing truth. Many lotions, cleansers, and other beauty items marketed to Black and Latina women contain cancer-causing chemicals. This is not just about hair straighteners. The problem
The internet and social media have made celebrities more accessible than ever. This has sparked curiosity among researchers about why so many people are drawn to them. A recent study looked into this by examining how early life experiences and emotional struggles might play a role. The study focuse
Breast cancer is a scary thing. But doctors have tools to fight it. One tool is called the Medical Imaging Projection System. It shows special pictures of lymph nodes during surgery. These nodes are important because cancer can spread to them. The system uses a dye called ICG to make the nodes light
In the heart of Mississippi, a close look at two blueberry farms showed how different fertilizers affect soil. The farms, Roebuck and Nesbit, used chemical and organic fertilizers, respectively. Researchers dug into the soil to check out the geophysical-chemical details and the tiny bacteria living
The Caribbean islands of Aruba, Curaçao, and Bonaire are home to a variety of mosquito species. These islands provide a unique setting for studying how different environments and histories shape the genetic makeup of mosquito populations. Most research on mosquito genetics has focused on species t
