Dr. Goobie, an MIT-trained neurosurgeon with nearly a decade of experience, shocked the medical community and beyond when he walked away from his prestigious career. Through a viral video that has amassed millions of views, Dr. Goobie candidly shared his reasons for leaving the field, shedding light on systemic flaws in healthcare and his personal...
When smartphones hit the market they provided revolutionary technology that allowed people to do astonishing things. From paying bills to connecting with our loved ones anytime, the possibilities are seemingly endless. However, there’s been some debate regarding phone screen safety. Here is a range of tips to ensure safety for usage, storing, and charging the...
A groundbreaking archaeological discovery beneath the Baltic Sea has the potential to challenge our understanding of Europe’s prehistoric past. The Blinkerwall, a 3,000-foot-long stone structure submerged off the coast of Germany, offers intriguing clues about Mesolithic life and could force historians to rethink the sophistication of early civilizations. A Hidden Relic of the Mesolithic Age...
It wasn’t too long ago that in the world of infectious diseases, it seemed like COVID-19 was all anyone was talking about. It was, after all, the most prevalent and deadly infectious disease globally at the time. According to a recent report from the World Health Organization (WHO), however, tuberculosis (TB) has retaken its position...
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer worldwide, and early detection is vital for effective treatment. As a colorectal cancer doctor, Dr. Ursina Teitelbaum from Penn Medicine’s Abramson Cancer Center talked to the Huffington Post about the common mistakes to avoid for good bowel health. This is everything you need to know about your...
Most people haven’t witnessed a true night sky. They may have seen photos of starry skies full of cosmic light, but in person, they only see sprinklings of stars and the moon on a clear night. However, in certain parts of the world, there’s full darkness when the sun goes down, and it reveals the...
Aeroflot Flight 593, traveling from Moscow to Hong Kong, crashed tragically, killing everyone on board. The disaster occurred after relief pilot Yaroslav Vladimirovich Kudrinsky allowed his children, Yana and Eldar, into the cockpit. While the aircraft was on autopilot, a seemingly innocent moment turned into a deadly disaster when Eldar, the 16-year-old, mistakenly disabled the...
Circuses are known for their clowns, acrobats, and of course, animals. Nowhere else could people witness elephants balancing on tiny stools or wild cats jumping through hoops. However, animal rights activists have been criticising circuses for decades. Thomas Pietsch, Head of Wild Animals in Entertainment at Four Paws describes circuses as “animal cruelty on tour”...
Lee Rawlison was unaware he had terminal cancer. The 51-year-old father of two was a healthy marathon runner and worked as a medical sales representative. He had only one symptom warning him of the tumor: pain in his abdomen. It began as mild and grew severe. By the time he was finally diagnosed, doctors said...
Ticks are small arachnids that feed on the blood of mammals, birds, and sometimes reptiles and amphibians. While they may seem harmless, ticks can carry diseases that can be transmitted to humans through their bites. Proper removal and disposal of ticks are essential to reduce the risk of contracting tick-borne illnesses. The Problem with Ticks...
A recent resurgence in a cosmetic trend known as mesotherapy has prompted medical professionals to issue warnings due to its potential adverse effects. One horrific possibility – skin resembling that of a reptile. Originally developed in France in 1952 to treat blood vessel and immune system disorders. Mesotherapy involves injecting a mixture of vitamins, minerals,...
A 40-year-old woman announced her death on Facebook this past December. Rachel Davies from the UK was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer in 2021. She had tried to access a treatment that could’ve lengthened her life, but she was denied because it wasn’t approved for funding in Wales, where she lived. She and her loved...
