Glioblastoma is the most aggressive and deadly cancerous brain tumor known to medical science. This form of brain cancer affects approximately 3,200 people yearly in the United Kingdom. So when Ben Trotman was diagnosed in 2022, his family braced for the worst prognosis. Typically, patients with Glioblastoma live an average of 15 months after diagnosis,...
Katie Mohan, 57, claims she nearly died from liver failure after taking turmeric supplements, highlighting a growing supplement toxicity endemic. The New Jersey-based woman began taking turmeric supplements in March after seeing online posts about the spice’s anti-inflammatory benefits. The symptoms started gradually. After a few weeks, she began experiencing fatigue, nausea and stomach pains...
A persistent cough can be inconvenient but usually will go away after a few days. Causes can vary from something as simple as ‘going down the wrong pipe’ to a mild infection like the flu or the common cold. Allergies or bronchitis could be the cause of a prolonged nagging cough if it persists for...
While it was long-believed that our chromosomes determined an embryo’s gender from the minute sperm impregnated the egg. However, new research may contest these previous findings. Researchers from Osaka University conducted a study that reveals how low iron during pregnancy could potentially influence fetal gender determination. The team discovered that low iron during a pregnancy...
A medical innovation that has significantly advanced medical treatments, magnetic resonance imaging has helped doctors see inside the body. MRI scans are a non-invasive and relatively safe procedure. However, new research mildly contests this safety. Studies reveal that MRI contrast agents could trigger the formation of toxic metal nanoparticles in human tissue. Scientists discovered that...
During rainy seasons, it’s not uncommon to place your laundry to dry inside. Methods such as leaving them close to heaters or on radiators help laundry dry faster but at a cost. Drying clothes indoors increases humidity indoors by 30%, creating the ideal environment for harmful mold growth. A single load of wet washing can...
NASA’s unwavering commitment to exploring the stars has led to incredible insight into the stars. In 1997, NASA landed their first rover on our planetary neighbour Mars. Sojourner became the first rover to roam on another planet and gave humanity our first glimpse of the Martian soil. Then on July 7, 2003 NASA launched their...
The current political discourse on the internet is usually divisive, filled with insults and vehement disagreements. However, recent American political discourse on social media channels has found an issue to collectively and amicably discuss. A redditor posted a question asking “Would limiting the age of the President to 65 be something you’d support? Why or...
“Ozempic sex” is a new side-effect that users have reported experiencing, resulting from taking GLP-1 medications. It describes the unexpected changes people experience in their libido while taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic. Users report drastically different effects on their sexual desire. Some lose all interest in intimacy, while others experience renewed passion after years of...
Humanity has long been fascinated and fearful of the development of artificial intelligence. Science fiction for many years has imagined spectacular dystopian realities where AI takes over the world and enslave humanity. Another fear that is rapidly becoming a reality is AI taking jobs from humans. With the rise of language learning models (LLMs) such...
Coffee is an extremely popular beverage across the globe with many developing particular preferences. While coffee is rich in polyphenols and antioxidants which may offer neuroprotective effects, instant coffee drinkers may need to reconsider their preferences. A study published in Food Science & Nutrition reveals that drinking instant coffee significantly increases the risk of age-related...
Psilocybin is well-known as the psychoactive compound in psychedelic mushrooms. It is known for its effects on the brain, beyond just its hallucinogenic effects. In clinical trials, psilocybin has shown potential in treating mental conditions such as depression, anxiety, addiction and post-traumatic stress. When conditions do not adequately respond to standard treatments, alternative treatments like...
