Ever heard of Suaeda fruticosa? It's a special plant from the Cholistan desert that’s been used for ages to treat swelling and pain. Scientists decided to testing how well an alcohol extract of this plant (Et-SF) works against pain, inflammation, and swollen joints in rats. They found that Et-SF has
Imagine you're a doctor trying to treat someone with a serious mental illness, like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression. It can be tough, right? Many people don't respond to the first treatment, and that's a problem. A group of scientists and doctors, called the Psych-STRATA consort
Imagine having trouble seeing out of one eye suddenly. You might think it's just a temporary thing, but doctors now suggest that a serious condition could be hidden behind it. This condition is called acute retinal artery ischemia. It's when the blood supply to the eye gets cut off, leading to visio
Scientists have uncovered an interesting discovery: a compound from cannabis called CBD might protect kidneys from harm caused by certain traditional Chinese medicines. Let's break down how they figured this out. First off, there's a nasty substance called Aristolochic Acid I (AAI) in some traditio
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a factory or an office? The folks at the American Journal of Industrial Medicine have been diving deep into this question for their 2024 review. It's not just about counting the number of workers or the machines they use. No, they're looking at the nit
Scientists have discovered an innovative approach to boost the usefulness of carbon-based nanomaterials (CNMs) in fields like biomedicine and electronics. They've found that attaching polyglycerol (PG) to these materials can significantly enhance their properties. Typically, the "grafting from" meth
Ever feel like your cold medicine isn't doing much? Well, the FDA agrees. They're planning to phase out phenylephrine, a common decongestant found in many over-the-counter cold medicines. Why? It turns out phenylephrine isn't as effective as we thought. When you swallow it, your stomach breaks it do
Ever wondered who helps solve crimes using just skin, hair, and nails? Meet forensic dermatologists, the latest addition to the crime-fighting team. Unlike other experts who might not be at the scene, these specialists analyze evidence sent to them. They create what's called a forensic expert analyt
For ages, doctors have depended on pricey, lengthy randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to figure out how medicines and surgeries work. These trials answer one question at a time and use limited data from short periods only. But now, the healthcare world is embracing real-world data (RWD), gathered t
Indonesia is a place where ancient practices and modern medical ideas intersect in the pursuit of mental well-being. Some locals have found a way to blend these two worlds, forming their own spiritual journey. But it's not always easy. A recent study followed patients for a year and found that when
