The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have reported that the contaminated eye drops caused an outbreak in 18 states, resulting in four deaths and 14 cases of blindness. Read the article to learn more details.
A group of researchers created a biodegradable ECG patch made from nanocellulose with the goal of reducing carbon footprints of plastics and electronics. Learn more about it in this article.
A man in Australia fell asleep while wearing the metal rings in his penis and woke up with swollen genitalia. Firefighters were called to perform the surgery. Learn more about it in this article.
Caffeine usually solves the problem of daytime sleepiness, but researchers recently identified a drug that can help people suffering from obstructive sleep apnea relieve this problem. Check it out in this article.
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain a significant health concern worldwide, with the World Health Organization reporting in 2021 that they account for 32% of global deaths. This encompasses conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart attacks, and strokes. In the United States, nearly half of adults (48%, according to a 2019 report from the American Heart Association) have some form of CVD. Amidst this alarming scenario, a proactive approach towards heart health becomes increasingly important, with regular heart check-ups standing as a cornerstone of preventive care.
If you're struggling with things like depression, anxiety, or other mental health afflictions, you might consider going to therapy. Online therapy is seen as a convenient, viable alternative to in person therapy, but is it proven to be as valuable?
A 24-year-old woman welcomed twins despite a one in 50 million chance of getting pregnant due to a rare condition called uterus didelphys. Check out her story in this article.