When Ryan*, 37, returned home from two deployments with the 101st Airborne Division in Iraq from 2005 to 2008, he began withdrawing from social situations and experienced chronic anxiety. Nights brought no respite — his sleep was interrupted by punishing nightmares. “I had every calling card of a veteran in distress,” he told Medscape Medical News. When […]
In northeastern Peru, a medical team successfully saved the life of a 2-year-old boy who had unwittingly swallowed eight injection needles while at play. The incident was a unique and challenging case for the doctors involved, and it highlights the need for vigilance in ensuring the safety of children in rural areas where unexpected hazards […]
Women with premenstrual disorders may be more likely go through menopause before they are 45 years old, a new study suggests. Women with premenstrual disorders, or PMDs, were also more likely to have moderate or severe night sweats or hot flashes during menopause, the researchers found. Published this week in JAMA Network Open, the new findings stem from […]
The global healthcare landscape is undergoing a transformation with far-reaching implications for doctors and aspiring medical professionals worldwide. The World Federation for Medical Education (WFME) recently granted recognition to the National Medical Commission (NMC) of India for a period of ten years. This recognition holds the key to a wealth of opportunities for Indian medical […]
Smoking in bed is a dangerous and potentially deadly habit that has claimed countless lives throughout history. While smoking is hazardous to one’s health in any context, the combination of smoking and bedding materials is a recipe for disaster. In this article, we will explore ten significant dangers of smoking in bed, shedding light on […]
Scientists from Case Western Reserve University in Ohio have made a significant breakthrough in the study of esophageal cancer by identifying a gene mutation associated with the disease, potentially leading to improved prevention and treatment methods. Esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC) is a highly lethal cancer that affects the food pipe, and this discovery holds promise for […]
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter New research underscores the harms of e-cigarettes, showing that vaping increases the risk of asthma in teens who have never smoked cigarettes. Although e-cigarettes have fewer toxins than regular cigarettes, they still contain a mixture of harmful chemicals and raise the risk of respiratory diseases, researchers say. “Increasing knowledge about […]
By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter In 22 states, 35% of adults or more were obese last year, new data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show. Just 10 years ago, there were no states that had obesity rates at or above 35%. “Our updated maps send a clear message that additional support […]
Euthanasia is the act of inducing death without pain. Humane death of an animal may be defined as one in which the animal is rendered unconscious, and thus insensitive to pain, as rapidly as possible with a minimum of fear and anxiety. Euthanasia is an acceptable method for relieving pain or distress that cannot be […]
A silent disorder is rising among older people worldwide, as millions unknowingly grapple with glaucoma – an eye condition that can cause irreversible blindness but shows no obvious symptoms until late-stage disease, ophthalmologists warn. It’s predicted that by 2050, the number of people with glaucoma will surge by more than 200%, highlighting an urgent need for heightened […]
