The world has different kinds of organisms, and some of those organisms might end up harming mankind to great extents. Just like the novel virus, COVID-19. CDC has confirmed the death of a second person due to a rare bacterial infection. What’s more surprising is the fact that out of all the four people infected, none of them had traveled outside of the continental U.S. The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention released a statement...
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Getting a diagnosis of cancer is itself a shock, and now recent studies have shown that cancer patients are more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety, and suicidal tendencies. A recent study that looks into the mental health of cancer patients, especially those with the more aggressive types of carcinomas, confirms that the disease is affecting patients both mentally and physically. Additionally, it also wreaks havoc on the patient’s emotional state if they are undergoing...
Famous comedian Bob Saget was found unconscious in his hotel room as he performed a stand-up comedy act on January 9. Upon examination, he was pronounced dead on the spot. As per the statement from Saget’s family, the actor and comedian had hit the back of his head on something, didn’t pay any attention to it, and went to sleep. When the autopsy report came out, it was revealed that Saget had endured a significant...
New government data reveals racial disparities in intensive care unit (ICU) admissions for mothers during childbirth hospitalizations. The findings highlight the need for better maternal healthcare, especially for women of color. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Health Statistics studied ICU admission rates for delivering mothers from 2020-2022. They found significant differences across racial groups. ICU Admission Rates by Race White women: 1.5 per 1,000 live births Black women: 2.6 per...
When it comes to health care, there are four types of care that you should know about: Primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary. In this article, we will provide an in-depth look at each type of care and explain the differences between them. Primary Care Primary care is often the first line of medical treatment when an illness or injury occurs. It focuses on providing preventive services as well as diagnosing and treating acute illnesses and...
HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. The said virus causes AIDs, which is an abbreviation of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. AIDs weakens the immune system of its host, and they become home to a number of skin, lung and spinal diseases which slowly deteriorate overall health. A simple theory which looks at how HIV spread from monkeys to humans is called the Hunter Theory, or the ‘BushMeat Theory ‘. According to the Hunter Theory, the virus...
Cancer is the leading cause of death around the world and is the second most common cause of death in the United States. Thanks to the evolution of modern health sciences, millions of cancer patients successfully beat the disease, but there are millions more who have lower fewerchances of survival due to a late diagnosis. This is where Galleri comes in. Galleri is an early cancer-detection blood test, manufactured by the parent company GRAIL. GRAIL...
Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, and it’s important to be aware of the signs in order to catch any concerning lesions as early as possible. Self-examination can help you detect any changes in your skin that might be a warning sign of skin cancer. By familiarizing yourself with the signs and symptoms, you can take steps towards protecting your health by seeking medical attention for anything that looks suspicious....
Hepatitis C is a liver disease caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). It spreads through contaminated blood, commonly among individuals who share needles or have been exposed to unsterilized equipment. Hepatitis C often leads to mild or chronic hepatitis, which may lead to complications such as liver damage, cirrhosis, liver cancer, and even death. However, the good news is that there is a treatment for hepatitis C! Understanding Hepatitis C Hepatitis C is a...
The world has different kinds of organisms, and some of those organisms might end up harming mankind to great extents. Just like the novel virus, COVID-19. CDC has confirmed the death of a second person due to a rare bacterial infection. What’s more surprising is the fact that out of all the four people infected, none of them had traveled outside of the continental U.S. The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention released a statement...
Getting a diagnosis of cancer is itself a shock, and now recent studies have shown that cancer patients are more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety, and suicidal tendencies. A recent study that looks into the mental health of cancer patients, especially those with the more aggressive types of carcinomas, confirms that the disease is affecting patients both mentally and physically. Additionally, it also wreaks havoc on the patient’s emotional state if they are undergoing...
Famous comedian Bob Saget was found unconscious in his hotel room as he performed a stand-up comedy act on January 9. Upon examination, he was pronounced dead on the spot. As per the statement from Saget’s family, the actor and comedian had hit the back of his head on something, didn’t pay any attention to it, and went to sleep. When the autopsy report came out, it was revealed that Saget had endured a significant...
New government data reveals racial disparities in intensive care unit (ICU) admissions for mothers during childbirth hospitalizations. The findings highlight the need for better maternal healthcare, especially for women of color. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Health Statistics studied ICU admission rates for delivering mothers from 2020-2022. They found significant differences across racial groups. ICU Admission Rates by Race White women: 1.5 per 1,000 live births Black women: 2.6 per...
When it comes to health care, there are four types of care that you should know about: Primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary. In this article, we will provide an in-depth look at each type of care and explain the differences between them. Primary Care Primary care is often the first line of medical treatment when an illness or injury occurs. It focuses on providing preventive services as well as diagnosing and treating acute illnesses and...
HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. The said virus causes AIDs, which is an abbreviation of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. AIDs weakens the immune system of its host, and they become home to a number of skin, lung and spinal diseases which slowly deteriorate overall health. A simple theory which looks at how HIV spread from monkeys to humans is called the Hunter Theory, or the ‘BushMeat Theory ‘. According to the Hunter Theory, the virus...
Cancer is the leading cause of death around the world and is the second most common cause of death in the United States. Thanks to the evolution of modern health sciences, millions of cancer patients successfully beat the disease, but there are millions more who have lower fewerchances of survival due to a late diagnosis. This is where Galleri comes in. Galleri is an early cancer-detection blood test, manufactured by the parent company GRAIL. GRAIL...
Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, and it’s important to be aware of the signs in order to catch any concerning lesions as early as possible. Self-examination can help you detect any changes in your skin that might be a warning sign of skin cancer. By familiarizing yourself with the signs and symptoms, you can take steps towards protecting your health by seeking medical attention for anything that looks suspicious....
Hepatitis C is a liver disease caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). It spreads through contaminated blood, commonly among individuals who share needles or have been exposed to unsterilized equipment. Hepatitis C often leads to mild or chronic hepatitis, which may lead to complications such as liver damage, cirrhosis, liver cancer, and even death. However, the good news is that there is a treatment for hepatitis C! Understanding Hepatitis C Hepatitis C is a...
