Neuroaesthetics is a relatively new interdisciplinary field that investigates how the brain and mind perceive, process, and respond to aesthetic experiences. A combination of neuroscience, cognitive psychology, the philosophy of aesthetics, and the fine arts, the field seeks to explain why humans find certain visual forms, sounds, movements, and environments beautiful or emotionally meaningful.

Where Do We Go From Here? A series of MedReport articles exploring the botanical origins of the medicines we use every day, by B. Kristine Burneko, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, APHN-BC. Fig. 1 /Herbal Apothecary Tools. From Wix [photograph] (educational use.) This article is a continuation of the series, "Nature's Medicine Cabinet: The Surprising Plant Origins of Common Medicines" available by this author on the MedReport website. The Future of Plant-Based Medicine Long before the

Introduction Migraine affects more than one billion people worldwide and remains a leading cause of disability. Although conventional treatments such as triptans, CGRP inhibitors, and preventive medications have improved outcomes, many patients continue to experience inadequate symptom control, adverse effects, or accessibility challenges, driving growing interest in herbal medicine. Unlike conventional drugs that typically target a single pathway, herbal medicines contain mu

As AI becomes increasingly apparent in everyday tasks and continues to advance, the question of how it will revolutionize healthcare has become clear. To define AI (artificial intelligence), it is the study of algorithms that give machines problem-solving abilities, such as visual perception, word recognition, and making predictions based on inferences. AI and robotics can be used in a number of ways when it comes to surgery and operations. Before surgery, AI algorithms can b

Introduction The human nervous system is constantly active. Every movement, emotion, sensation, and thought relies on electrical signals traveling throughout the brain and body. Most of the time, these signals work quietly in the background without much thought. But when those signals become dysregulated, the effects can be difficult to ignore. For many people living with chronic neurological symptoms, the experience can feel frustrating and exhausting. Migraines, chronic pai

As global urbanization accelerates, cities are becoming the primary areas of human population growth, placing increasing pressure on traditional agricultural systems. Feeding dense urban populations sustainably is one of the defining challenges of the 21st century. In response, vertical farming, which is the cultivation of crops in vertically stacked layers within controlled indoor environments, has emerged as a transformative approach to food production. By integrating advan

A third-year medical student stands at the bedside of a 58-year-old woman with fatigue, mild confusion, and a sodium of 118. She has memorized the causes of hyponatremia. She can recite the SIADH criteria. She orders the right labs. And yet, when asked what she thinks is going on, she hesitates - not because she lacks knowledge, but because nobody has ever really taught her how to think. This is the quiet crisis at the center of medical education. For all the curriculum refor

Blood is a limited and highly valuable resource. Blood donations and transfusions are routinely practiced for sustaining human health and welfare. However, hemorrhage is still a global cause of death estimated at 1.9 million per year (1). Scientists are working on new ways to increase the blood supply, from growing blood in the laboratory to synthetic blood alternatives (2, 3, 4). But before we explore these solutions, we need to understand what blood is, and why it is a limi

Cardiovascular, Oncology, and Multipurpose Medications A series of articles exploring holistic medicine and the botanical origins of the medicines we use every day by B. Kristine Burneko, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, APHN-BC Fig. 1: Herbal Apothecary Tools. From Wix [photograph] (educational use.) Cardiovascular Health Statins, similar to lithium and the GLP-1 agonists, have non-plant origins that emerge from the earth nonetheless – as filamentous fungi of several species, most not

Robotic surgery is a modern extension of minimally invasive surgery that combines medicine, robotics, and engineering. It allows surgeons to operate with enhanced precision, especially in complex procedures and small anatomical spaces. Rather than replacing surgeons, these systems act as controlled extensions of human movement, improving accuracy while reducing complications. How Robotic Surgery Works At the center of robotic surgery is a system made up of a surgeon’s console

Figure 1: Diabetes Managment Introduction: The Growing Crisis Diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases on the planet. Diabetes mellitus has reached the level of a global health emergency. As of 2024–2025, approximately 589 million adults worldwide are living with the condition, and this number continues to rise. For decades, managing diabetes has meant a demanding daily routine pricking fingers to check blood sugar, calculating insulin doses, counting carbohydrates

For decades, medicine has followed a "one-size-fits-all" approach but every patient is a unique biological puzzle. Your age, weight, and how your body processes medicines are specific to you. So now we are moving away from mass produced identical tablets to the pills designed for individual needs through 3D Printing Technology. What is 3D Printing in Pharmacy? Three-dimensional (3D) printing technology is the process of constructing an object by continuous deposition of m

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is emerging as one of the most serious global health threats today. It occurs when microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and parasites develop the ability to resist drugs that were once effective against them [2, 4]. This problem is largely driven by the widespread misuse and overuse of antimicrobials, which accelerates the development of resistant strains. While resistance can occur naturally through genetic mutations and the transfer of res

For over a century, the "Gold Standard" for diagnosing cutaneous melanoma has remained unchanged: the surgical punch or shave biopsy. However, the inherent subjectivity of visual assessment often leads to a "biopsy-heavy" clinical environment where the ratio of benign nevi to malignant melanoma can be as high as 25:1. As of 2026, the clinical tide is turning toward Non-Invasive Genomic Patch Biopsies—specifically the Pigmented Lesion Assay (PLA). This technology is shifting t

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming modern medicine and anesthesiology is no exception. Anesthesia monitoring has relied heavily on the anesthesiologist’s ability to interpret vital signs and adjust medications in real time. But with AI technology such as machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL), anesthesia monitoring has become more precise, data driven, and personalized (1). These advancements are changing how care is delivered before, during, and after

Introduction: A Paradigm Shift in Healthcare The transition from a standardized, "one-size-fits-all" pharmacological model to a highly individualized, data-driven framework represents the most significant shift in modern clinical practice. Historically, prescribing patterns were dictated by population-level averages, often resulting in sub-optimal efficacy or preventable adverse drug reactions (ADRs) due to the inherent heterogeneity of patient populations. However, the conve

The Reactive Nature of Modern Healthcare Modern healthcare largely intervenes after disease appears. Diagnosis triggers treatment, and medical innovation often focuses on improving therapeutic precision rather than preventing illness altogether. Even within precision medicine, genomic sequencing and biomarker analysis are typically applied once pathology has already emerged. Yet disease rarely begins suddenly. Many chronic conditions develop through gradual molecular and phys

Hospital at home is a healthcare model that allows people to receive hospital level care in their own homes instead of staying in a traditional hospital . This model has grown rapidly in recent years especially after the COVID-19 pandemic . Hospital at Home programs provide treatment that is just as safe and effective as regular hospital care while improving patient comfort and reducing healthcare costs . This makes it an important development for public health and the f

Why utilize meal planning for weight loss? Weight loss can be challenging and, to be honest, boring at times. A recommended method for weight loss is to keep daily calorie intake (calories consumed) less than calorie output (calories burned). The saying “You can’t outrun your plate” applies here. Maintaining a calorie deficit contributes to weight loss. There are many options available on the internet to assist with weight loss efforts. Websites abound with recommendations re

Long term care (LTC) in the United States is standing at a breaking point. As the population ages and medical complexity rises, the sector is being asked to deliver more care with fewer resources, thinner staffing, and outdated models that no longer reflect the needs of older adults. As your document notes, “the sector must be redesigned to meet the needs of an aging population.” The evidence—and the lived experience of families—makes this case unmistakably clear. The Evidenc