Health

The journey of becoming an oncologist is often one driven by personal experiences and a deep commitment to making a difference in the lives of cancer patients. For Dr. Emily Adams, this path was illuminated by her own battle with acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) at the age of 24. In this article, we will delve

The so-called “Take Care of Maya” trial recently culminated in a shocking $261 million verdict, implicating Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital of Florida for a multitude of claims. Among them were charges of wrongful death, emotional distress, and false imprisonment. The Kowalski family asserted that the hospital inaccurately labeled Beata Kowalski as the perpetrator of

Medical professionals have long awaited breakthroughs in the treatment options for atopic dermatitis. As advancements in psoriasis treatments became increasingly promising, those focused on atopic dermatitis found themselves eagerly waiting for their turn. However, with the introduction of biologics in 2017, there was finally a glimmer of hope. While having one treatment option was a

Children under the age of 5 who are living with HIV face significantly higher mortality rates than their older counterparts, according to a study conducted by the CDC. The research reveals that children under the age of 1 receiving antiretroviral treatment (ART) had a mortality rate of 4.9%, while those between the ages of 1

In a small prospective cohort study conducted by Nico Sollmann, MD, of University Hospital Ulm in Germany, the link between inflammation and edema of the trapezius muscles and tension and migraine headaches was explored. The study found that patients with mixed-type tension and migraine headaches had the highest muscle T2 MRI values compared to those

In a recent presentation at the International Gynecologic Cancer Society annual meeting, Dr. Roisin O’Cearbhaill discussed the safety and efficacy of ubamatamab (REGN4018), an investigational bispecific antibody, in patients with recurrent ovarian cancer. The results of the phase I study showed that ubamatamab, either alone or in combination with the PD-1 inhibitor cemiplimab (Libtayo), demonstrated

A recent extension of a randomized trial has shown that total thyroidectomy significantly improves patient-reported general health in euthyroid Hashimoto’s thyroiditis for up to 5 years. The study, conducted by Dr. Geir Hoff and colleagues at the University of Oslo in Norway, measured the quality of life using the Short Form-36 Health Survey. The initial

Women’s health has long been a neglected and underfunded area of medical research. The lack of representation and resources dedicated to understanding and addressing women’s unique healthcare needs has had serious consequences for women’s well-being. In a recent comedy special, Amy Schumer shed light on this problem, highlighting the need for gender-specific research and the

Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic skin condition that has long been associated with various comorbidities. However, our understanding of these comorbidities is set to expand in the coming years. Similar to psoriasis, which was initially thought to be solely a skin condition, atopic dermatitis has shown links to other health issues.

Epinephrine, a critical medication used to treat various medical conditions, has a fascinating history that dates back to the turn of the 20th century. Initially discovered as a nameless compound, it took several years for researchers to fully understand its potential and isolate its pure form. This article explores the origins and evolution of epinephrine,