Would you support the slaughter or consumption of horsemeat: yay or neigh? Well, in Japan — one of the leading importers of horsemeat and live horses for consumption — many people would probably say “yay.” According to Humane Society International (HSI) Canada, Japan has imported approximately 9,000 tons of horsemeat. The majority of this meat...

There have been a number of health risks associated with vaping, including a condition known as EVALI, acute respiratory distress, cobalt lung, and even the, albeit remote, possibility of injury as a result of the pen exploding [1].  A seventeen-year-old boy became the first person to receive a double-lung transplant as a result of vaping....

This article was originally published on October 19, 2019, and has since been updated. Mayo Clinic researchers have revealed some promising news about the breast cancer vaccine they’re currently studying in clinical trials. Ms. Lee Mercker, of Florida was diagnosed with an early non-invasive type of breast cancer in March of this year. Mercker was...

Little Aoife Flanagan, a 3-year old girl from Rayleigh, England began to complain of stomach pains as well as pains in other areas of her body. Her mother, Eilish Flanagan had taken her daughter to the doctor multiple times but claims that each time her daughter’s stomach pains were written off as constipation.  “I took...

In a groundbreaking breakthrough, a new brain cancer treatment has shown promise as a brain tumor almost disappears in just five days. This revolutionary therapy has brought hope to patients suffering from glioblastoma, a common and aggressive form of brain cancer. Scientists at Mass General Brigham in the US have successfully treated three patients using...

When it comes to cautionary tales, Bridget Kyeremateng’s experience has one for the books. A mere 10-second glance at the 2017 solar eclipse left her with irreversible eye damage, including partial blindness in her left eye. This chilling narrative reminds us of the perils of underestimating the sun’s power and urges the importance of proper...

Pancreatic cancer is notorious for its aggressive nature and limited treatment options. Long has this disease posed a significant challenge in the medical field, until recently. Groundbreaking research has emerged, offering hope in the fight against this devastating disease. A recent study published in Nature shows promising results regarding a novel therapeutic approach developed by...

Not everyone behind the wheel should actually be driving and there’s no such thing as being too safe out there. All it takes is one second of bad judgment, and something terrible can happen. At crosswalks with stop signs or “school children playing/crossing” signs, all cars must stop and yield to children crossing, but unfortunately,...

In the last several years, countless natural health remedies have reached their point of internet fame. While these trends are constantly changing and evolving, some of these remedies deserve an extra moment in the spotlight. Recently, you may have seen advertisements for weighted blankets when scrolling through social media. You may have also fantasized or...

This article was originally published on January 10, 2019, and has since been updated. An Israeli company named Alpha Tau Medical is breaking new ground in the destruction of cancerous tumors. Alpha Tau medical has developed a new technology called targeted radiotherapy.  Targeted radiotherapy differs from regular radiotherapy. Regular radiotherapy has a long viability duration,...

Medical facts are not only informative but can also be incredibly eye-opening. They have the power to challenge our assumptions, confront our fears, and broaden our understanding of the human body and healthcare. In this article, we will explore some fascinating and unexpected medical facts that are sure to shock and captivate you. 20 Surprising...

Emma Morano, who turned 117 in November of 2016 and was the only human being born in the 1800s still alive, passed away in April of 2017. She passed quietly in her home in Northern Italy. Her secret to a life spanning three centuries? She loved eating eggs. Over 90 years of eating eggs means...