Paronychia is an infection around the nail folds, the skin surrounding your fingernails and toenails. It manifests in two particular forms, namely, acute and chronic paronychia. In this article, the aim is to provide a comprehensive look and understanding of paronychia’s causes, symptoms, treatments, diagnosis and prevention. What is Paronychia? Paronychia is an infection affecting...

Maximising performance and boosting enjoyment in exercise is a continual pursuit for athletes, gym rats and joggers alike. From well planned-out exercising regimens to carefully curated diets, fitness enthusiasts and professionals are always seeking fresh, new ways to push their limits and unlock their full potential. However, as the legal landscape surrounding smoking weed continues...

Growing research has shown that sleep is imperative for overall good health, particularly for your brain. Recent research presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Neurological Association (ANA) highlights the massive influence of quality sleep in diminishing the risk of developing neurological disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and various forms of dementia. Their...

Lung cancer remains one of the most lethal forms of cancer globally, accounting for an estimated 1.8 million deaths in 2020 alone. However, a groundbreaking development in cancer treatment has recently emerged with the initiation of clinical trials for a novel mRNA-based vaccine designed to combat non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), the most common form...

A humble yet groundbreaking clinical trial at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) has achieved unprecedented results in the treatment of rectal cancer, marking an incredible milestone in oncology. The trial, which utilized the immunotherapy drug dostarlimab (called Jemperli), demonstrated a 100% remission rate in patients with mismatch repair-deficient (MMRd) or microsatellite instability-high (MSI-H) rectal...

Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is a very aggressive and hard-to-treat brain cancer. Even with improvements in surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy, most patients don’t survive long, so researchers are looking for new ways to fight it. One idea gaining attention is the ketogenic diet, a high-fat, low-carb eating plan, and whether it could help manage GBM. A...

Vitamin K is a group of essential, fat-soluble vitamins impacting blood clotting, bone and heart health. It plays an important role in activating proteins involved in the prevention of blood clotting and maintaining bone integrity. Vitamin K refers to a group of several vitamins as one of the four fat-soluble vitamins along with Vitamin A,...

Microplastics, tiny plastic particles less than 5 millimeters in size, have become a significant environmental and health concern in recent years. These particles are almost everywhere, found in almost every facet of our world: in oceans, soil, air, and even in the food and water we consume. The impact of microplastics on human health is...

A new meta-analysis published in JAMA Pediatrics is reigniting the long-standing debate surrounding water fluoridation, a public health practice hailed for its role in preventing tooth decay. The study, which derives data from dozens of international research papers, suggests a potential link between higher fluoride exposure in children and lower IQ scores. The authors acknowledge...

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), an unknown illness has emerged in the Democratic Republic of Congo, claiming the lives of over 50 people in northwest Congo. These deaths come in the past five weeks, with the outbreak occurring on January 21, 2025. Since then, 419 cases and 53 deaths have been recorded.  The...

From a niche topic to an entire movement, the debate over seed oils versus animal fats among wellness fanatics has gone full swing on social media, with many demonising certain seed oils and glorifying the adoption of animal fats like butter and lard. This shift comes just two decades after the fat-free craze of the...

Traditional Chinese medicine has used Artemisia annua, or sweet wormwood, for over 2,000 years to treat various ailments, including malaria and fever. This flowering plant is native to Asia but grows in many parts of the world with warm and sunny conditions. The active compound in Artemisia annua is artemisinin. Artemisinin is a key ingredient in...