Ovarian cancer is the foremost cause of gynecological cancer death. It’s also extremely difficult to screen for and to diagnose at an early stage. However, a controversial blood test exists that can measure the cancer antigen 125 (CA125) that can potentially detect ovarian cancer in its early stages. So why is it that ovarian cancer...
Sciatica is a symptom of a problem in the spine, usually the result of a herniated disc or other types of spinal injury. The sciatic nerve is the longest in your body, running from your lower back to your feet. When this nerve is compressed or irritated by an injury or a problem with your...
H. Pylori is a bacterium that infects the stomach and the upper part of the small intestine. It is estimated that approximately half of the world’s population carries this bacterium in their gastrointestinal tract, often without experiencing any symptoms. However, for some individuals, H. Pylori infection can lead to several health problems, such as peptic...
Heart health is a crucial part of living a full and healthy life. Despite this, far too many people in the United States and worldwide are living with poor heart health. In America, heart disease is one of the leading causes of adult death. Cardiologists have been studying heart health for decades, and they have...
In Rio de Janeiro, where the average income is lower than the average cost of living, housing is difficult for many to afford. Meet one of the city’s most creative residents, The Sandcastle King, who has avoided paying rent for over 20 years. (1) Brazil’s Sandcastle King Marcio Mizael Matolias has lived in the prestigious...
Anyone who’s ever had their beloved pet pass away knows that losing a dog is one of the hardest things you can go through. Research shows that saying goodbye to your favorite furball is just as hard – if not sometimes more difficult – than the death of a human. (1) Science Says Losing a...
Bananas are a healthy source of nutrients- and usually, there are relatively inexpensive. Buying bananas is the way to go. And let’s be honest, grocery shopping does make most of us quite giddy with the experience. But, we do need to make sure that we are buying the best product possible- as people regularly manipulate...
Tomatoes, a staple in Italian cuisine, have been enjoyed for centuries in various forms across the Mediterranean region.1 However, recent research has shed light on some Italian secrets that prove we’ve been eating tomatoes wrong our whole life. From boosting sun protection to promoting heart health and aiding in weight management, tomatoes offer a wealth...
Brandie Boyd Meyer’s symptoms began in her first trimester of pregnancy. It was late 2015, and the episodes made her feel shaky and “out of it.” But she chalked it up to pregnancy or low blood sugar. But after she gave birth in mid-2016, the symptoms continued. For the next four years, she got diagnosed...
It seems the further we as a society advance, the more we face medical mysteries. Recently it has been found that heart attacks are on the rise amongst young and middle-aged adults, a group of people who are traditionally thought of as the ‘young and healthy.’ Heart Attacks on the Rise A new study has...
Acid reflux affects millions of people around the world. For some, it is little more than a mild annoyance. For others, it can become chronic and severe. Many people are not familiar with the signs and symptoms of the condition and thus may confuse them with something else. Knowing the signs of acid reflux is...
There are over 40 neurotransmitters in the human nervous system, and dopamine (DA) is considered one of the top four significant neurotransmitters, next to acetylcholine, serotonin, and glutamate. What is dopamine, and what are its roles? DA is a well-known brain chemical (neurotransmitter); although it also acts as a compound that helps maintain homeostasis (state...
