New research reveals a significant link between body composition—specifically fat mass and lean mass—and the effectiveness of chemotherapy in women with breast cancer, paving the way for personalized treatment strategies.
Explore the frustratingly slow adoption of healthcare innovations, from James Lind's scurvy cure to modern midwifery practices. Discover the key roadblocks and how we can accelerate the translation of evidence into real-world practice for better patient outcomes.
Learn about RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) and palivizumab, the licensed intervention for its prevention, helping you decide if it's the right choice for your child.
Allergic contact dermatitis affects millions, but financial barriers to patch testing can delay proper diagnosis and treatment. Find out how this hidden cost impacts your health and what can be done about it.
Is your blood pressure different in each arm? We explore the latest research on blood pressure monitoring, debunking myths and offering practical advice for accurate readings.
Discover how scientists are engineering stimulus-responsive nanoparticles to revolutionize cancer therapy, diagnostics, and various biomedical applications, offering new hope for early disease detection and personalized medicine.
Navigating the world of blood tests can be tricky, especially when unexpected results pop up. Discover how lupus anticoagulants can interfere with INR values, why it matters, and what you can do to ensure accurate monitoring.
Explore the latest research on cesarean skin closure, examining why absorbable suture remains the preferred method. Learn about the benefits, comparative studies, and future trends in surgical techniques.
New research explores the potential of nanoparticles to deliver drugs directly to the brain, offering a promising avenue for treating Alzheimer's disease by targeting and reducing amyloid-beta plaques.
Hematopoietic stem cell transplants offer hope, but the first day can be fraught with complications. Learn how to navigate adverse reactions, ensuring safer and more effective treatments.
