Multiple myeloma is a tough cancer to beat. It's sneaky, it comes back often, and it gets resistant to treatments. But in the last 20 years, scientists have been working hard to find new ways to fight it. They've come up with some pretty cool stuff. There are new drugs that target specific parts of
In the world of health insurance, AI is becoming a major player, and not everyone is happy about it. Neal Shah, a startup founder, found this out the hard way when his wife was fighting cancer. He was drowning in bills and denial letters, and he started to wonder if having insurance was even worth i
JoJo Siwa, the popular singer and dancer, recently faced a sudden health issue that sent her to the hospital. It all started with stomach pain that she initially thought was nothing serious. She thought it might just be a cramp or something related to her menstrual cycle. But things took a turn for
Cannabis use is widespread, but not everyone knows about a serious side effect called cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, or CHS. It causes intense vomiting and cramps. This condition is becoming more common, especially among young adults. Researchers from the University of Illinois Chicago looked at
Dementia research is moving fast. Now, scientists have spotted two new risks: high cholesterol after 40 and untreated vision loss. These join a list of 12 other risks, like smoking and lack of exercise. Together, they cause nearly half of all dementia cases worldwide. High cholesterol and vision lo
A new MRI machine is making waves. It's called the BlueSeal Horizon. This isn't just any MRI. It's a big deal because it doesn't need helium. That's right! No more worrying about running out of this rare gas. MRI machines are like super cameras. They help doctors see inside the body. The 3. 0T ones
Lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a) for short, is a sneaky little molecule lurking in your bloodstream. Unlike cholesterol, it's not something you can easily control with diet or exercise. It's a genetic gift that can lead to serious health issues, like heart disease and aortic stenosis. Most folks are famili
A new type of dementia is making experts rethink how they understand and treat memory loss. This condition, called LATE, is becoming more recognized. It is now believed to affect about one-third of people aged 85 and older and 10% of those aged 65 and older. Many people who thought they had Alzheime
Walter Dowdle, a key figure in public health, passed away at his home in Hahira, Georgia, on November 17, 2023. He was 94 years old. The cause of death was soft tissue sarcoma, a rare cancer he was diagnosed with just six weeks before his passing. Dowdle spent 34 years at the Centers for Disease Co
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
