A new hypothesis called “Digital Dementia” suggests that forgetfulness, difficulty concentrating, and decreased ability to focus are symptoms of technology overexposure. Traditionally, the medical use of the term “dementia” describes a decline in a person’s ability to think due to changes in areas of the brain responsible for memory, language, and reasoning. Is it possible that technology may induce these changes in healthy adults and children, or is the term “digital dementi

The possession and use of drugs is illegal for all adolescents. Still, there has been an alarming increase of adolescents drug abuse. Adolescence, a time marked by emotional, physical, and social change comes with the allure of drugs that so many give in to for numerous reasons thereby exposing themselves to its danger. However, with the right approaches all hope is not lost for adolescents seeking recovery. Drug Abuse Drug abuse is the extreme use or the misuse of drugs fo

You may go on social media one night before you go to sleep as a 14-year-old kid who recently got into the gym, and you see another 14-year-old benching 405 pounds like it’s air. You try to remember what you were benching earlier today. “Dang, 135. I am so behind.” This exact thought is present in so many young lifters today who are among the fitness community, and there is a large issue that has developed as a consequence, which is performance-enhancing drugs, unapproved pep

Health Literacy in the Digital Age Health literacy in our modern age has several definitions, but the key definition, as stated bythe World Health Organization, is the ability to seek, find, understand, and appraise health information and to apply that knowledge to addressing a health problem.(1) In a world riddledby several opinionated angles from several sources, which is mostly propagated by the newmodern information database that is social media, it is crucial that facts

The World Health Organization (WHO) credits vaccines with having ‘saved more human lives than any other medical intervention in history’ (1). In 2025 their director of the Department of Immunizations, Vaccines and Biologicals called vaccination one of the most powerful public health tools and cited 150 million lives saved over the past fifty years (2). In spite of this a growing number of people are hesitant to or refusing to receive recommended vaccines (3). Enough peop

By Ariana Merino What Is Broken Heart Syndrome? Have you ever heard someone say they felt heartbroken? Whether it’s after a breakup, losing someone they love, or receiving devastating news, heartbreak is something almost everyone experiences. Most of us think of it as an emotion that slowly fades over time. But what if heartbreak could affect more than just your emotions? As surprising as it sounds, there is a real medical condition called broken heart syndrome, also known a

By Angela Anand, BSN, RN, PEL-CSN A Shortage of Doctors There is a trending shortage of Medical Doctors. The World Health Organization estimated a shortfall of up to 12.9 million healthcare workers by 2035 (1). Due to this shortage, advanced nursing programs have been created to help fill the gap in some countries. As some nurses with advanced degrees begin to call themselves “Doctor,” confusion is created for people who are unaware of the significant differences betwee

Introduction Infantile hemangioma (IH) is a non-cancerous growth made of abnormal blood vessels. They usually appear in infants shortly after birth. These are also known as “strawberry birthmarks” due to their characteristic bright red colour. Even though they look concerning, most infantile hemangiomas are harmless, and they resolve on their own without any treatment.(1) What Is Infantile Hemangioma? Infantile hemangioma is a type of non-cancerous tumour seen in newborns. It

By Shaik Tanveer ulhaq Introduction Seizures are often misrepresented in movies and television, where they appear dramatic and always require emergency intervention. In reality, seizures can present in different ways, and not all cases demand immediate hospitalization. Understanding the correct response can significantly improve patient safety and outcomes. Understanding Seizures A seizure is defined as a sudden surge of abnormal electrical activity in the brain, which can a

Have you ever wondered how a drug is discovered and developed? While the process takes more than 10 years to complete, the entire development is stringently regulated for safety and effectiveness by drug regulatory authorities such as FDA. Right from the preliminary step to the final step of releasing the medicine into markets, the drug undergoes rigorous research processes to ensure that it is safe for treatment. Based on international guidelines, a molecule identified for r

By Dionne Roberts, MSN, RN-BC Methanol Toxicity: The Silent Threat Methanol (CH3OH) is a toxic wood alcohol mostly found in household, automotive, and industrial products. Exposure to methanol occurs through ingestion, inhalation or skin exposure. Accidental methanol exposure has occurred due to errors in distillation and fermentation in the production of herbal beverages and bootleg alcohol. Significant morbidity and mortality can result if methanol toxicity is left untreate

Feeling sad during any difficult moments is a normal part of life. Losing a loved one, facing any disappointment, problems in a relationship, or stressful situations can affect emotions and temporarily lower the mood. For most people, these feelings improve gradually with time, support, and healthy coping strategies. However, when sadness becomes persistent, overwhelming, and begins to interfere with daily life, it may be a sign of depression. While sadness and depression can

For many families, infant formula is part of everyday life. It is measured in scoops at midnight, packed into diaper bags, mixed by tired hands, and trusted to nourish a baby during one of the most vulnerable stages of life. That is why any news involving infant formula and botulism can feel frightening. Recently, federal and state health officials began investigating infant botulism cases linked to powdered infant formula. The situation has understandably raised concern amon

Image credit: Freepik News of severe respiratory illness, including two deaths and a critically ill passenger, aboard the Dutch-flagged cruise ship MV Hondius was reported to the World Heath Organization (WHO) on May 2nd 2026. Subsequently, total of eleven cases including three deaths were reported on May 11th 2026. Among the eleven cases reported, eight cases were confirmed in the laboratory for hantavirus infection, two cases were considered probable, and one case was repor

​ As looksmaxxing continues to trend on social media, influencers in the niche have recently begun promoting the use of peptides to improve appearance. To define what peptides are, they are short protein chains of around 2-100 amino acids that serve important functions such as sending messages throughout the body, immune responses, and metabolism. Everyone's body naturally produces peptides, and different types of peptides serve different purposes. Peptides as medication are

Oral contraceptives are often introduced in a very straightforward way: take one pill daily, prevent pregnancy, regulate your cycle, and possibly improve acne or menstrual pain. For many people, that explanation is enough to start. But the experience of using them is rarely that simple. A typical first prescription usually comes after a brief consultation where risks are mentioned quickly, benefits are emphasized, and side effects are described as “mild” or “temporary.” What

The most common misconception among people is that the medications become unsafe immediately after their expiry date. From the consumer’s end, it is reasonably acceptable as the same rule applies for most of the food items or consumer goods they purchase from the market. However, that is not always the case with drugs and medicines. The expiry date is usually assigned by the manufacturer based on specific tests to check the stability of their products. Based on the results, t

As professional healthcare providers I can only imagine how many times our patients quoted information from "Google" or another website and attempted to self-diagnose their symptoms and lab values. Most of us have done it: we get a lab result, Google it, and suddenly we’re convinced something is seriously wrong. With so much health information online, it’s easy to panic — and even easier to misunderstand what a single number really means. The stories below show how “too much

​ Hantavirus is a family of viruses that is caused by contact with rodents such as mice and rats. Humans can contract hantavirus by getting exposed through saliva, droppings, and urine from these rodents. Hantavirus can distinctly cause two different symptoms: hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome (HFRS) and hantavirus pulmonary syndrome HPS. HFRS predominantly affects the kidneys; symptoms of this specific strand include nausea,blurred vision, intestinal headaches, and fev

Over the past week, reports of a Hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic have sparked a familiar wave of “next pandemic” headlines. It is understandable. Terms like “outbreak” and “fatalities” tend to raise alarm. However, a closer look at the situation, particularly the nature of the Andes virus (ANDV), shows that while this is a serious medical concern for those affected, it is not a cause for global panic. What’s Actually Happening? The current focus is on