Breast cancer is a scary diagnosis, but there are many ways to fight it. One type is ERBB2-positive breast cancer, which used to be called HER2-positive. Doctors have been looking for ways to make treatment easier for patients with this type of cancer. They want to find markers in the body that can
Ozempic, a popular drug for diabetes and weight loss, has shown unexpected benefits in reducing alcohol consumption. A recent study involving 48 participants with moderate alcohol-use disorder found that those taking semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic, drank significantly less alcohol and
A group of experts has created a helpful guide for healthcare providers to manage mood and anxiety disorders in pregnant and postpartum women. These disorders can happen during pregnancy and after childbirth. The guide helps doctors and nurses understand and treat these conditions better. M
The CCX0722, the weight loss medicine, is on the brink of pushing through the finishing line of production. Researchers are making strides in the final stages of manufacturing. This new phase is putting things in place for serious testing on people. The target is to have it on shelves in early 2026.
Cartilage in joints like knees can get damaged easily, and unlike other parts of the body, it doesn't fix itself. This is a big problem, especially for athletes, people with injuries, and those suffering from conditions like osteoarthritis. Traditionally, treating cartilage damage has been tricky. I
Did you know there's a new player in town for managing atopic dermatitis (AD)? Tralokinumab is a medicine that works by targeting a key inflammatory pathway. Now, the big question was how well it works on different parts of the body. A group of 129 patients with moderate-to-severe
Ever thought about how vitamin D, which we all know keeps your bones strong, has other tricks up its sleeve? Researchers have been diving into this mystery. Clinical trials are crucial, but they need careful planning to be effective. This is where systematic reviews come in. Think of them a
Frailty plays a key role in how patients recover after operations. It’s the responsibility of those in charge of care to check on the elderly who are going in for surgery. The Clinical Risk Analysis Index (RAI-C) is a tool that doctors use to see if someone is frail before surgery. This is important
TBI can result from vehicle collisions, sports accidents or combat and this injury can cause death. TBI can also affect the bank accounts of those affected and the government. It can be broken down into two major phases: 1. The primary phase: things that occur immediately after the injury or conc
With the growing need for alternatives to traditional pain medication, a new player has entered the field: Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy. This non-invasive treatment uses electromagnetic fields to tweak nitric oxide signaling in the body, promoting healing and potentially reducing pain
