Sign up for a full digest of all the best opinions of the week in our Voices Dispatches email Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter Scientists have extended the lives of old mice by connecting their blood vessels to those of young mice, an advance that may lead to new therapies for rejuvenating […]
Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus), especially Methicillin resistant S. aureus (MRSA), has been disseminated across communities and hospitals, associated with severe infections and organ failure. In order to understand the clinical epidemiological characteristics of S. aureus stains in the First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University in 2018, the prevalence and the drug resistance of S. […]
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released new guidelines for prescribing opioid painkillers, aiming to provide more flexible and individualized approaches to pain care. The guidelines no longer include a recommended ceiling for opioid dosage and encourage healthcare providers to consider non-opioid therapies as the first line of treatment. The revised guidelines […]
Postpartum depression extends beyond the common experiences of feeling overwhelmed, teary, or moody in the immediate postpartum period, often referred to as the “baby blues.” While these emotions are normal, postpartum depression is a more severe condition that can persist for several months. If you find yourself overwhelmed by feelings of hopelessness, anxiety, or other […]
As many as 32 per cent of the Indian population is estimated to be affected by NAFLD. 5 genetic variables may also result in non-alcoholic liver disease (NAFLD). Liver disease defines several conditions affecting the liver, including inflammation, hepatitis, and liver cancer. Dr Rajiv Lochan, Lead Consultant – HPB and Liver Transplantation Surgery, Manipal Hospital […]
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by the immune system mistakenly attacking healthy cells or tissues, leading to inflammation throughout the body. This condition can affect various organs and tissues, including the muscles, joints, skin, heart, kidneys, lungs, and blood. The symptoms of lupus can vary in severity and presentation from person to person. […]
Kyphosis is a condition characterized by an abnormal curvature of the spine. It typically involves a forward curve in the vertebrae at the upper part of the back. This natural curve is present in most individuals to some extent and does not usually cause any pain or postural issues. However, when the curvature exceeds 50 […]
You are not alone in finding that your typical OTC pain reliever is no longer effective for your back pain. Up to 23% of individuals experience persistent low back discomfort, per a 2018 review published in American Family Physician.1 It might take time and some trial and error to discover the proper treatment for back […]
