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The night-time itch: Understanding pinworm infection
Introduction Pinworm infection or Enterobiasis is a common cause of night-time perianal itching, especially in children. It is caused by Enterobius vermicularis, also known as pinworm. It is one of the most common helminth infections worldwide, affecting around one billion people. It commonly occurs among pre-school and school-going children, institutionalized persons and household members of those with pinworm infection. Habitat and transmission Humans are the only h
MedReport Foundation
5 days ago2 min read


Tripling down on GLP-1: The new triple receptor agonist drug as a weight-loss treatment.
The two pharmaceutical leaders in weight-loss drug race; Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk developed and have been testing their triple receptor agonist drugs during clinical trials for weight loss. This new triple receptor agonist consists of glucagon peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA), glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP), and glucagon. Eli Lilly is currently testing Retatrutide, an experimental triple receptor agonist drug for patients with obesity (without dia
Pique Choi, PhD
6 days ago4 min read


How Sleep Affects Your Immune System
Getting enough sleep is essential for maintaining good health, but many people underestimate its impact on the immune system. Sleep is not simply a time for the body to rest, it is an active biological process during which the body repairs tissues, regulates hormones, and strengthens its defenses against illness. Whether recovering from an infection or trying to stay healthy, consistently getting enough quality sleep can help the immune system function at its best. Why Sleep
Allison Tang
6 days ago3 min read
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