Imagine enjoying a nice meal of fish from Iseo Lake in northern Italy. That's what one person did, but a month later, they found an unexpected guest in their stool: a worm segment. This wasn't just any worm; it was a part of a tapeworm from the Dibothriocephalus genus. How did this happen? The fish
Hashimoto's thyroiditis (HT) is an autoimmune condition where the body attacks the thyroid gland. Two diets, the Mediterranean diet (MedD) and the gluten-free diet (GFD), have been suggested to help manage this condition. MedD is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits, which can be
For those with end-stage kidney disease, arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs) are common for hemodialysis. However, these can get narrowed, or stenotic, which affects their function. Traditional surgery to fix this is effective but expensive and time-consuming. So, researchers explored same-day surgery as
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , nominated by President Trump for the Health and Human Services Secretary role, is facing a mix of debt and income as he awaits confirmation. His financial disclosures show he owes millions, including a significant amount on his American Express card and multiple mortgages. Ho
It all started with a happy four-year-old boy named K, who suddenly found it tough to move his feet. His mom brought him to the ER, saying he’d been a bit less active than usual for the past couple of days. No fever, no cough, no tummy issues – just a slight change in his activity level. The doctor
The COVID-19 pandemic, stretching over three years, has rocked the world. It's brought about significant changes across medicine, society, politics, and finance. One major challenge has been the virus's ability to mutate and evade our immune systems. The search is on for a stable target to develop v
You might not think much about the water in your skin, but it plays a big role in keeping you healthy. Scientists and doctors use special tools to measure this water without poking or prodding. One type uses light to do the job, like diffuse reflectance spectroscopy or hyperspectral imaging. These m
When it comes to hip arthroscopy, how surgeons manage the hip capsule during surgery can make a big difference in preventing post-surgery instability. Two techniques are often used: interportal and periportal capsulotomies. The periportal approach is thought to be less invasive and may help reduce t
Across Australia, women from different ethnic backgrounds face unique challenges and benefits when it comes to maintaining healthy lifestyles after giving birth. A recent study, which combined surveys and interviews, explored these differences among Oceanian, Asian, and other women who had given bir
Mohammed Alshannat, a Gaza resident, has always been a voice for peace and Western democracy. Even before the recent conflict, he advocated for Arabs and Jews to live harmoniously. Now, as the cease-fire settles, Alshannat is grappling with the harsh reality of burying his relatives. He shared his d
