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Let’s Talk Electrolytes: The Spark That Keeps Your Body Alive

When we think of what nourishes us and provides energy, we picture food, water, or oxygen. Yet, there is a behind-the-scenes worker in all of your cells electrolytes. These tiny charged particles make your heart beat, your muscles move, and your brain transmit messages. Let us discuss what they are, why they are vital, and…

10 Daily Habits: Your Mental Health Maintenance Guide

Mental wellbeing is just as vital as physical health, and requires daily attention and care. The good news is that many simple, everyday habits, backed by medical science, can actually make a real difference to your wellbeing. Make them your daily vitamins for the mind! Here are 10 reader-friendly, medically-researched steps you can take to…

Beyond the Lumps: 7 Signs of Breast Cancer You Need to Know

When most women hear the words "breast cancer," the first thing they're thinking of is a lump. And while a lump might be an important indication, it's not the only one. In more than 1 out of every 5 breast cancers, the cancer was initially detected by something other than a lump, according to studies.…

From Science Fiction to Neurosurgery: Are We at the Threshold of Restoring Memory Loss with Brain Chips?

The picture of a surgeon inserting a glowing chip into a brain, complete with the sensational headline "A chip that brings back lost memories," sounds taken straight out of a Hollywood thriller. But it prompts an important question: Is this revolutionary technology for restoring lost memories really on the horizon, or is it still the…

The Evolving Portrait of Breast Cancer: New Frontiers in Diagnosis and Treatment

What Is Breast Cancer? An Overview Breast cancer is a type of cancer that results when cells in the breast grow out of control and create a tumor. To better understand the disease, it is useful to know a little bit about the breast itself. The breast is composed primarily of three elements: Lobules: The…

Personalized Medicine: How Technology is Tailoring Treatments to an Individual’s Genetic Makeup

Medicine has been, for centuries, largely a "one-size-fits-all" proposition. The physician diagnoses a disease and prescribes the standard treatment, hoping for the optimum outcome. While this process has saved countless numbers of lives, it is also the reason why a drug can work miracles in one person and have no effect or even cause severe…

Why Paracetamol During Pregnancy is NOT Linked with Autism

In a time of perpetual information, it's simple for health worries to catch fire in a hurry. One of these issues that has made repeated appearances in popular debate is whether taking paracetamol (acetaminophen) during pregnancy could possibly be associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Although it's understandable that expectant parents will want to know…

Fall Health Tips: Staying Healthy During the Seasonal Transition

As the wind chills and the leaves change, autumn is a refreshing change of seasons. But this change brings with it its own health issues, from colds and flu to mood swings and lifestyle adjustment. With proper planning, you can enjoy a fantastic fall without compromising your physical and mental well-being. 1. Strengthen Your Immune…

Beyond the PSA Test: Your DNA and the Future of Men’s Health

For decades, the conversation around men's health has been a broken record: eat right, exercise, and get your check-ups. We've relied on standard tests such as the PSA test or cholesterol test to find out about trouble after it has started. What if we could get ahead of it? What if we could leverage our…

Navigating the New Normal: Practical Tips for Managing Stress and Burnout in a Post-Pandemic World

The world has undeniably shifted. While the most acute phases of the pandemic may be behind us, many are finding that the "post-pandemic" era brings its own unique set of challenges. The lines between work and life blurred, new anxieties emerged, and the collective experience left an indelible mark on our mental and emotional well-being.…

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