Lung cancer is a sneaky and deadly disease. It often goes unnoticed until it's too late. This is because symptoms usually only show up when the cancer has already spread. But there is a way to spot it early. Low-dose computed tomography (CT) scans can find lung cancer before it becomes a big problem
Breast cancer is a major health issue worldwide. Early detection and understanding risk factors are key to better outcomes. One tool that's gaining attention is Diffusion-Weighted Imaging (DWI) and Apparent Diffusion Coefficient (ADC) measurements. These tools help in spotting breast cancer. How
Astronauts often have unique ways to mark their birthdays. Don Pettit, a seasoned astronaut, celebrated his 70th birthday in an extraordinary way. He returned to Earth from the International Space Station (ISS) on the same day he turned 70. He was accompanied by his crewmates, Aleksey Ovchinin and I
Wolbachia bacteria are incredibly common. They live inside the cells of more than half of all insect species. These tiny invaders can stop pathogens from multiplying and spread quickly among insect populations. This makes them a key player in efforts to control diseases spread by mosquitoes. The mor
Schizophrenia treatment has long focused on easing symptoms, often overlooking the daily struggles patients endure. This is especially true for those in the early stages of the disease. While there's no agreed-upon definition of functional recovery for these patients, many healthcare providers find
The Easter weekend brought severe storms to the South. Oklahoma was hit hard. Floodwaters claimed two lives. A woman and a 12-year-old boy were in a car that was swept away in central Oklahoma. The vehicle ended up in a creek and got stuck against a drainage pipe. A third person in the car mana
In many parts of the world, medical supplies are scarce. This is especially true for pediatric gastrostomy tubes, or G-tubes, which are used for feeding children who can't eat normally. Because these tubes are expensive, they are not always available. In these poor areas, doctors often use Foley uri
Older folks are getting mouth cancer more often these days. This type of cancer is linked to a virus called HPV. Doctors often use a method called transoral surgery to treat it. This method is quite effective, even for older patients. But what happens after the surgery? That's where extra help, or a
Parents' speech to their babies changes a lot as the little ones grow. This isn't just about what they say, but how they say it. The way parents speak to their babies, known as infant-directed speech, is full of ups and downs in pitch and volume. This helps babies pay attention, feel calm, and under
Fake news has become a major issue, causing harm to both individuals and society as a whole. With so much information circulating online, it is impossible to manually verify every piece of news. This is especially true because fake news can be cleverly disguised, making it hard to spot. Advanced lan
