Month: January 2024

Research Reveals Persistent Complement Dysregulation and Thromboinflammation in Long Covid

Recent research has shed light on the persistent complement dysregulation and signs of thromboinflammation in active Long Covid. The study, conducted by Carlo Cervia-Hasler, Sarah C. Brüningk, Tobias Hoch, Bowen Fan, and Onur Boyman, along with 23 other authors, found…

Hitman: Blood Money – Reprisal Brings Modern Enhancements to Nintendo Switch

Hitman: Blood Money, the crown jewel of the stealth franchise, has made its way to the Nintendo Switch in a re-release titled Hitman: Blood Money – Reprisal. Developed by Feral Interactive, this straightforward port of the original game retains the…

Man in US undergoes nose removal due to severe fungal infection

In a rare and harrowing medical case, a 31-year-old man in the United States was compelled to undergo the removal of his nose after being afflicted with a fungal infection that posed a severe threat to his health. Brandon Boothby,…

Study Identifies Potential Genetic Culprit Behind Down Syndrome-Associated Heart Defects

Researchers have made a significant breakthrough in understanding the link between Down syndrome and congenital heart defects. A recent study published in Science Translational Medicine has identified a potential genetic culprit behind the cardiac pathology associated with Down syndrome. The…

Tennessee Leads U.S. in Flu Activity, Ranked at Highest Level by CDC

Tennessee Leads U.S. in Flu Activity, Ranked at Highest Level by CDC NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Tennessee has taken the lead as the only state in the nation reporting the highest level of flu activity, according to the Centers for…

The Significance of Medical Illustration in Medicine

Medical Illustration: Revealing the Unseen Medical illustrators play a crucial role in the field of medicine, using their artistic skills to communicate complex scientific concepts and educate healthcare professionals and the public. James A. Perkins, a Distinguished Professor of Medical…

Genetic Variants Linked to Thumb Arthritis Treatment

A new study published in the Journal of Orthopaedic Research has shed light on the genetics of thumb arthritis treatment. Rhizarthrosis, also known as trapeziometacarpal osteoarthritis, is a form of osteoarthritis that affects the thumb, with treatment options ranging from…

Maria Shriver Speaks Out About Severe Morning Sickness

Maria Shriver is speaking out about the excruciating experience of severe morning sickness, as scientists work on groundbreaking research to aid pregnant women suffering from hyperemesis gravidarum. During a recent segment on the Today Show, the journalist and mother of…

Study Shows Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Improves Brain Functioning in Children with Anxiety

Researchers at the National Institutes of Health have made a significant discovery regarding the treatment of anxiety in children. A study led by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) found that cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) led to improvements in…

Groundbreaking Study Reveals Potential Links Between Retinal OCT Images and Systemic Health

A recent study published in Science Translational Medicine has revealed groundbreaking findings on the potential links between retinal optical coherence tomography (OCT) images and systemic health. The study, conducted by Seyedeh Maryam Zekavat, Saman Doroodgar Jorshery, Franziska G. Rauscher, Katrin…