In orthopedics, a groundbreaking new Chinese technology is on the threshold of transforming treatment of bone fractures. Scientists at Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital in Zhejiang Province, led by Dr.…
As the leaves change colors and the wind picks up, we welcome the season's loveliness. But for all of us, this also means sneezing, watery eyes, and congestion. Fall allergies…
Everyone is familiar with birthmarks, yet some have a birthmark that produces hair. That is more typically called a hairy birthmark, but medically it is most frequently a congenital melanocytic…
As the weather begins to get cooler in the fall, many people start sneezing, get congested, and have a runny nose. But the question on every mind: is it just…
What is Down Syndrome?
Down syndrome is a genetic condition caused by an extra chromosome 21. Because of this, it is also known as Trisomy 21. All human beings carry…
Learning About a Serious but Treatable Mental Health Condition
What Are Eating Disorders?
Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses that affect an individual's relationship with food, body image, and weight.…
A Gentle Guide to Understanding the Most Common Thyroid Disorder
The Basics
Hashimoto's disease is also referred to as Hashimoto's thyroiditis or chronic autoimmune thyroiditis an autoimmune disorder in which…
Overview
Stented chronic coronary syndrome (CCS) patients, who require long-term oral anticoagulation (OAC), have always proved difficult to treat for antithrombotics. Recent information, however, suggests that a long-standing "safe" addition—of…
1. What Is the Mediterranean Diet — and Why It Tops the Brain-Healthy Charts
The Mediterranean diet is derived from the eating habits of countries like Italy, Spain, and Greece.…
Introduction
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease that causes progressive destruction of the thyroid gland with resulting hypothyroidism. It affects women more than men, presumably due to interactions of hormones…