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Why Do Glioblastomas Often Re-Grow After Surgery?

Glioblastoma is the most common and aggressive type of adult brain tumor, and occurs in a variety of forms. At present, patients with a newly diagnosed tumor are advised to have surgery along with radiation and chemotherapy.

19 Aug 2019

What is Seasonal Asthma?

Asthma is an inflammatory condition of the smaller lung airways, which prevents easy breathing. The inflammation is a result of an exaggerated allergic reaction to environmental substances like dust mites, chemicals, dander, mold or pollen. On the other hand, non-allergic asthma is not dependent on allergy, but may be precipitated by other factors like exercise, cold, heartburn, smoke and strong smells.

19 Aug 2019

Autism and Particulate Air Matter

Fine and ultrafine particulate matter contains many compounds that can have a toxic effect on the body. Therefore, it is no surprise that particulate matter is associated with the development of several health conditions such as atherosclerosis, type II diabetes, and even autism.

7 Aug 2019

HPV Vaccination and Fertility

The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is used to prevent sexually transmitted HPV infections and cervical cancers. People who are not vaccinated and contract HPV may experience future fertility problems associated with the infection.

7 Aug 2019

Pain After Knee Replacement Surgery

Knee replacement surgery, also called knee arthroplasty (KA), is the surgical process of replacing a damaged knee. The surgery is mainly performed to relieve knee pain and physical disability, and about 80% of patients show good clinical outcomes after KA.

31 Jul 2019

How to Reduce Red Meat Intake Without Losing Valuable Nutrients

Blood tests are extremely useful in healthcare, due to the many changes it reflects in health and disease, as well as the ease with which it can be sampled. This allows more accurate diagnosis and treatment.

31 Jul 2019

Leukemia and Childhood Infection Hypothesis

Leukemia is the most common form of childhood cancers, with a prevalence rate of 10 – 45 per 100,0000 children in each year. Among various types of leukemia, acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) is the most common form, followed by acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML).

30 Jul 2019

Overview of MECP2 Duplication Syndrome

MECP2 Duplication Syndrome is a progressive neurological disorder due to a chromosomal anomaly. The chromosomal disorder was first reported in 2005 and involves duplication of the methyl CpG binding protein 2 (MECP2) gene on the chromosome X.

30 Jul 2019

Why is B12 Difficult to Absorb and Do Oral B12 Sprays Work?

Vitamin B12 plays a vital role in many bodily systems, such as the production of cellular energy and DNA synthesis. A range of factors can influence absorption rates of B12, which can result in the development of B12 deficiency. To address this, individuals can take a range of supplements such as oral B12 sprays.

30 Jul 2019

Autism Spectrum Disorder & Allergies

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is an umbrella term for developmental conditions that affect communication, behaviour and social interaction.

29 Jul 2019

The DEC2 Gene and Sleep

Sleep is essential for physical and mental health. Approximately 8 hours of sleep is adequate to feel good and to function optimally for most people. Inadequate sleep increases the chances of ill-health and affects mental vigilance.

21 Jul 2019

Shock Wave Lithotripsy Safety and Side Effects

Shock wave lithotripsy (SWL) has become an increasingly popular treatment option to manage gall and kidney stones since its inception in the late 20th century. It is favored over surgical removal due to its non-invasive nature. However, like all surgical procedures, there are some safety concerns and potential sides effects that require consideration.

21 Jul 2019

Common Triggers for Vaginal Infections

A plethora of microorganisms are normally observed in the vaginal microflora; however, Gardnerella vaginalis, Candida and Trichomonas are primarily responsible for the majority of vaginal infections in women of reproductive age.

21 Jul 2019

GABA Activation and Dopamine Suppression

The effects of dopamine in the reward pathway were first examined by Eugene Roberts in the 1970s in order to better understand the pathophysiology of schizophrenia. Subsequent research has gone a long way in helping us understand dopamine’s role within the mesolimbic system.

18 Jul 2019