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Circumcised vs. Uncircumcised; Differences in the Penile Microbiome

The penis harbors its own microbiota, which changes with circumcision. This shift is associated with significant lowering of the risk of several sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

14 Mar 2023

The Science of Mindfulness

A growing body of evidence supports the theory that mindfulness practice can measurably alter the brain’s structure and function. Read more here.

13 Mar 2023

The Effect of Intermittent Fasting on the Gut Microbiome

Intermittent fasting is essentially a cleansing exercise in terms of health, as is becoming increasingly evident from a growing number of extensive studies. This article explores intermittent fasting in relation to the gut microbiome.

7 Feb 2023

Tests for Indigestion (Dyspepsia)

Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is described as recurrent or chronic pain in the upper abdomen, accompanied by difficulty digesting food. This article explores tests used for diagnosing indigestion.

2 Feb 2023

The Genetics of Hypertension

Hypertension is a major modifiable risk factor for renal, cerebrovascular, and cardiovascular disease. The pathophysiology of hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is complex, whereby both genetic and environmental factors interact with several physiological pathways and mechanisms to produce an observable phenotype. This article explores the genetics of hypertension.

16 Jan 2023

Neurodiversity in Healthcare

The healthcare community can improve its approach to neurodiversity concerning the healthcare workforce and patient care. Read more here.

10 Jan 2023

The Importance of Core Strength for Overall Fitness

Core muscles are important in all training forms, whether yoga or martial arts, cardio, or weightlifting. Read more here.

10 Jan 2023

Implicit vs. Explicit Memories

Implicit and explicit memory are both types of long-term memory. Read more here.

6 Jan 2023

mRNA Medicine: what’s next after the COVID-19 vaccine?

The use of mRNA and DNA in therapeutic endeavors reached pre-clinical stages beginning in the 1990s. While DNA was initially explored as an option, mRNA has drawn more recent attention.

6 Jan 2023

The Impact of Cyberbullying on Mental Health

Cyberbullying is bullying with the use of electronic devices and is prone to causing mental health issues such as depression and anxiety for both the victim and perpetrator. Read more here.

5 Jan 2023

What is Cardioprotection?

Cardioprotection refers to any intervention which seeks to decrease the risk of developing any adverse cardiovascular event; namely preserving the function of the heart by reducing or preventing damage, such as myocardial infarction and other sequelae of ischemia or reperfusion.

30 Dec 2022

What are the Health Implications of Office Jobs?

Sedentary behavior is associated with a range of health consequences. This article explores how sedentary office work affects general health.

30 Dec 2022

The Benefits of Healthy Fats

Many fats are necessary for a healthy life. This article explores these beneficial fats in more detail.

30 Dec 2022

What are the Health Effects of Watching Television?

Exacerbated by the global pandemic, the phenomenon of binge-watching has become widespread due to the readily available content on streaming services. This article explores the health effects of watching television.

30 Dec 2022

Recent Advancements in Treating HIV

HIV, the causative viral agent of AIDS, is a devasting and lethal disease that has caused widespread suffering worldwide for almost half a century. We still have no cure for this disease. While those infected can expect to continue treatment over the course of their lifetime, in recent times, there have been advancements in therapeutics.

30 Dec 2022

What is Craniosynostosis?

Craniosynostosis is the early fusion of the cranial sutures, which poses numerous diagnostic and medical complications. It is a frequent abnormality that affects 3–5 out of every 10,000 babies. Single gene mutations or chromosomal abnormalities are responsible for at least 20% of all cases.

29 Dec 2022

How Could the Metaverse Transform Healthcare?

The Metaverse is a virtual environment under development by Meta (formerly Facebook), with numerous potential applications in the healthcare field. The healthcare applications of the Metaverse are discussed in detail in this article.

29 Dec 2022

How is AI Used in the Treatment of Bladder Cancer?

Bladder cancer (BCa) is the most prevalent urinary tract malignancy and the most costly to cure. In recent years, AI algorithms have been used in BCa diagnosis and outcome prediction.

22 Dec 2022

Genetic Testing for Diabetes

Type II diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the most common non-communicable diseases. Unlike type I diabetes, in which the production of the hormone insulin is reduced, in type II diabetes, insulin is produced in normal amounts, but tissue sensitivity to the hormone is reduced. This article explores genetic testing for the disease.

22 Dec 2022