As one of the most commonly used painkillers worldwide, Tylenol, also known as paracetamol or acetaminophen, has long been touted as a safe and effective option for managing chronic pain. However, recent research has unveiled concerning implications for those who rely on this drug as part of their daily routine.1 Uncovering the Dangers of Tylenol...

Over the course of human history, one of the most striking changes remains that humans lost their tails. This major transformation, which seems to have taken place roughly 25 million years ago, marked a pivotal change in the evolutionary trajectory of our species and our primate relatives. While theories circulate on the cause of our...

When doctors found a mass the size of a grapefruit growing on her liver, Cassidy Armstrong was forced to prepare for the worst. The thirty-six-year-old from Alberta, Canada, was diagnosed with a rare type of deadly liver cancer and was given no more than a few years to live. After undergoing surgery to remove the...

As the world embraces the unprecedented growth of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, the benefits and promises of these advancements are becoming more apparent. From enhancing medical diagnoses to revolutionizing customer service, AI is transforming various industries and aspects of daily life. However, with the rapid expansion of AI comes the necessity to consider the potential...

Crunchy tempura rolls and perfect pieces of fish dipped in soy sauce and wasabi… If you’re a sushi lover, those words are beautiful music to your ears. But, being so glaringly different than the standard American diet – SAD – when did sushi become such a dietary staple in North America? Throughout the United States...

We now live in a world where Wi-Fi is no longer a luxury. It’s almost mandatory for every establishment to carry Wi-Fi in order to bring customers in their business. This is the world we now live in and it’ll only continue to progress in a way that’s heavily reliant on technology. As beneficial as...

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...