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The Circle of Willis: A Structural Shield for Cerebral Circulation
The Circle of Willis: A Vital Vascular Nexus — shown in red, this arterial ring at the brain’s base ensures consistent blood flow, acting...
Saniya Jassal
20 hours ago3 min read


An Overview of Asthma: Definition, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Asthma is a long term lung disease. It constricts the airway, which are tubes that carry air in and out of the lungs. During an asthma...
mandeep789
21 hours ago3 min read


Organoids: How Scientists are Using Tiny Human Organs to Revolutionize Medicine
Although scientists creating miniature human organs in a lab may sound like something from a sci-fi movie, it’s become a reality. Image...
Mali Arwyn
21 hours ago3 min read


Microcosm Within a Macrocosm - The Link Between Neurotransmitters & Neuroplasticity: Part 1 - Understanding Neurotransmitters
The brain is essentially the control center of the body. Facilitating voluntary & involuntary movement in all parts of the body, the...
Rohan Naidoo
1 day ago13 min read


Why Does Irritable Bowel Syndrome Happen?
What is IBS? Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder. There are many symptoms like abdominal pain,...
Mana Kobayashi
2 days ago2 min read


Biliary Atresia Explained: From Diagnosis to Treatment
Biliary Atresia: What Everyone Should Know Biliary atresia is a rare but serious liver condition that affects infants, typically within...
kendyql
2 days ago3 min read


Good Microbiome: A sign of ‘healthy aging’
The microbiome is a community of microorganisms inhabiting a specific environment. Microorganisms living inside gut make up a gut...
yizhuoz5
2 days ago5 min read


Why All That Blood Work Before a Kidney Transplant Actually Matters
Over 90,000 people are waiting for a kidney transplant in the United States. People who need a transplant start with an evaluation. The...
Anne Denk
3 days ago3 min read


Informed Consent and Privacy: Threats Posed by Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing
Sparking Awareness               On March 23 2025, the world’s largest direct to consumer (DTC) genetic testing company filed for...
S. Paige Carey
3 days ago7 min read


"They might have dementia, let's act QuIC!".
In medicine, thanks to more recent advancements, it is becoming easier to determine whether a patient may suffer of dementia. However,...
pietrococchiara
3 days ago5 min read


When Love Meets Fear, Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of Having a Baby in the NICU,
So small, so many tubes, so scary For most parents, the birth of their child is frightening, exciting, anxiety-provoking, and so very...
Mary Bicknell
3 days ago9 min read


Screen-free sleep is the best kind of sleep
Break that bad habit of doomscrolling before bed. As an increasingly technology-reliant society, cell phones are the must-have companion...
Callie Tse
4 days ago2 min read


Pulmonary Embolism: A Fatal Reality
What is Pulmonary Embolism? Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a condition in which a blood clot or clots cause a life-threatening blockage in...
Siphosami Ndala
5 days ago5 min read


When It's Not a UTI: Understanding Trigonitis in Women
Have you been constantly feeling the frequent urge to urinate, with persistent pain similar to when you're having a urinary tract...
malavikajp10
6 days ago5 min read


Is it really a heart attack?
Part 1 Is it really a heart attack? Recognizing the Differences: Symptoms of Electrolyte Imbalance vs. Heart Attack by Catherina Pascale...
Caterina Pascale
6 days ago8 min read


New Frontiers: Can Stem Cell Therapy Help Treat Autism?
Written by Mary Jensen MA, BSN, RN STEM CELL THERAPY Stem cell therapy harnesses stem cells' unique properties to repair or regenerate...
nightingalernwrite
7 days ago4 min read


Anesthesia for Endoscopy: What to Expect When You’re "Lightly Under"
If the idea of anesthesia for endoscopy makes you anxious, you're not alone. Whether you’ve been told you need it or are simply exploring...
lauraelisafg
Jul 12 min read


The Emerging Role of AI in Early Cancer Detection
Early cancer detection improves patient outcomes by catching disease at more treatable stages. Artificial intelligence (AI) is advancing...
Tracy Ikola, RN-MSN, CNL
Jul 17 min read


Snoring: A Common Nuisance or a Serious Health Warning?
Snoring is something that many people struggle with and often joke about. Besides being irritating, it can sometimes highlight other...
Preeti Prangya Panda
Jul 17 min read


Neuroplasticity
Science of Neuroplasticity Neuroplasticity is one of the most remarkable and hopeful aspects of how our brains function. Also known as...
dryonasgudeta
Jul 13 min read
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