Many may wonder why a hospital would have a pub on site. Aren’t sick people supposed to abstain from alcohol? In general, that’s true, and of course, this was taken into consideration before they set up the alcohol-free establishment.  This isn’t your average pub, there is no alcohol, no bar fights, and nobody is talking...

Chronic kidney disease, also known as chronic renal failure, chronic renal disease, or chronic kidney failure, is much more widespread than people realize; it often goes undetected and undiagnosed until the disease is well advanced. Chronic kidney disease is a slow progressive loss of kidney function over a period of several years. Eventually, the patient...

In a groundbreaking move that is set to redefine the meat industry, a factory in Holland has embraced additive manufacturing technology, commonly known as 3D printing, to produce an astonishing 500 tonnes of steaks per month. This revolutionary approach to meat production is spearheaded by Redefine Meat, an Israeli plant-based startup that aims to offer...

You’ve probably heard someone who likes their steak cooked “rare” refer to the steak as bloody. This, of course, is referring to the red juice that comes out when you cut into a rare steak. Did you know, however, that this ‘steak blood’ isn’t blood at all? It’s a common misconception, and we’re here to...

Did you know that a simple change in the appearance of your neck could be a subtle sign of a serious medical condition like diabetes? According to Dr. Shah, a popular dermatologist known on TikTok as @dermdoctor, there is a specific condition that could be a warning that you have diabetes, and often the first...

There are few feelings better than emerging from a shower fresh and clean. To help get the most from their soap, most people will turn to the help of a loofah, sponge, or washcloth. However, a well-known Dermatologist has shared on TikTok how the use of these objects can actually do more harm than good. ...

While many people may not be familiar with the thymus gland it plays a critical role for the immune system. It’s important to note that thymus size and function are determined by factors such as genetics, and pre and post-natal nutrition. (1) Function of the thymus The thymus is an irregularly shaped gland, which is...

The popularity of Virtual Reality (VR) has been advancing at a rapid rate. Across the world, the VR market volume is expected to reach nearly 98 and a half million in sales by 2023, with China leading the way in terms of population penetration [1]. Of course, VR as an immersive video game experience can...

In a quest to do away with plastics, companies have come out with reusable options such as glass, stainless steel, and silicone. However, one woman has recently gone viral after suffering from several health concerns that have since been linked to her use of a reusable water bottle. In mid-December 2023, a 19-year-old by the name...

Just because something is common, doesn’t mean it is safe. This is the case with Betel nuts, which people have been chewing in parts of Asia and the Pacific for generations, potentially even for thousands of years. Unfortunately, despite its popularity, this practice is extremely dangerous, as the WHO now classifies this nut as a...

After officials in Grand Rapids, Michigan, began adding small amounts of fluoride to the city’s water in 1945, the number of tooth cavities dropped by an astonishing sixty percent  [1]. Since then, water fluoridation has become a standard practice all across the country. Despite the evidence that fluoride prevents tooth decay, many arguments against its...

This story was originally published on April 23, 2019, and has since been updated. The week leading up to Christmas, people are usually running around in a hectic attempt to make sure every last gift is wrapped, letters are written, kids asleep — the list goes on. However, a different kind of Christmas miracle occurred...