In a video posted to Jeopardy’s official YouTube account on March 6, Alex Trebek announced he has been diagnosed with Stage-IV pancreatic cancer. In an optimistic, but solemn statement, Trebek vowed to fight the disease and win. Recent advancements in cancer research may help his prognosis. […]
A record-breaking baby boy, born 16 weeks prematurely, has been discharged from Keio University Hospital in Tokyo. After five months of treatment, he’s going home with his parents, according to CBS News. How do neonatal doctors treat such tiny, fragile patients? […]
Fast food has only worsened our health since 1986 despite healthier menu options. An article published on the popular health website Medical News Today reports that larger portion sizes and higher sodium content have plagued fast food in recent decades. How does this relate to the obesity epidemic? […]
Last week, popular news personality Pete Hegseth said on-air that he doesn’t wash his hands. Health officials have since issued statements reminding the public of the dangers of germs. Delve into half-truths about antibiotics and good hygiene. […]
New research suggests that antidepressants interfere with many opioids. However, antidepressants and opioids are two of the most commonly prescribed kinds of drugs in the United States. The medical community needs a solution. […]
Millennials in America contract obesity-related cancers at higher rates than previous generations. The obesity epidemic affects these trends, as does early contact with carcinogens. How can we put ourselves back on the right track? […]
Recently, popular fruit juices tested positive for several toxic heavy metals. However, before we pour a gallon of apple juice down the drain or go on a cleanse, we should review the definition of toxins and how our body fights them. […]
The heart is the strongest muscle in the human body. It beats 100,000 times a day to move your blood through 60,000 miles of blood vessels. But how does it work, how does exercise benefit the heart, and which exercises are the best? […]
Nutritionists’ recommendations for healthy diets have changed significantly over the last 20 to 30 years. As scientific and medical studies advance, doctors have suggested diets that cut out fats and carbohydrates. However, new research is emerging which claims that a viable alternative isn’t an across-the-board reduction of carbs, but a careful selective process of specific kinds of carbs to keep us feeling full and fit. […]
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