The FDA has approved a new drug that could extend survival for late-stage pancreatic cancer patients, offering potential hope for a disease with historically poor outcomes.
NYC health officials identified Legionella bacteria in a Yankee Stadium cooling tower as part of a Bronx Legionnaires' disease cluster that has caused 1 death and 5 confirmed cases, prompting cleaning orders for 10 facilities.
Víctor Küppers, experto en psicología positiva, sostiene que la bondad, la alegría y la actitud son más determinantes que el talento o el dinero para una vida plena. Propone enseñanzas fundamentales sobre cómo enfrentar la vida con esperanza y amabilidad.
Researchers identified how pancreatic tumors exploit clotting pathways to create immune shields that protect them from immunotherapy, opening potential new treatment targets.
Investigadores del MIT descubren que ráfagas de ruido rosa sincronizadas con ondas cerebrales intensifican la eliminación de residuos tóxicos durante el sueño profundo, abriendo posibilidades terapéuticas contra el Alzheimer.
The CDC has issued a nationwide alert about increasing human rabies exposure cases, prompting health officials to focus prevention efforts on bat-related exposures and post-exposure prophylaxis administration.
George Chuvalo, Canada's legendary heavyweight boxer who never suffered a knockout in 93 professional fights, has died at 89. Known for facing Muhammad Ali and other greats, he later became an anti-drug advocate after personal tragedy.
Experts report that approximately 1 in 4 Americans have fatty liver disease, yet fewer than 5% realize they have the condition, raising concerns about undiagnosed cases progressing to cirrhosis and liver cancer.
Updated COVID-19 vaccines targeting the XFG variant are now available. Health officials recommend specific timing for vaccination to maximize protection.
Dengue fever cases are rapidly increasing in Hillsborough County, Florida, with cases nearly doubling as residents express growing concern about the spread of the mosquito-borne illness.
Urologists warn that frequent nighttime urination (nocturia) can indicate underlying health issues, particularly enlarged prostate in men, requiring medical evaluation.
Medical experts warn that myths about low testosterone are spreading among young men, with testosterone replacement therapy gaining popularity despite limited evidence that most men need it.
Dentists report increasing cases of bruxism (teeth grinding) among young people, often linked to stress and anxiety. While the condition can damage teeth, experts emphasize addressing underlying causes through multidisciplinary treatment approaches.
Singapore producer-director Desmond Tan attributes his Stage 4 colon cancer diagnosis to chronic sleep deprivation, surviving on 2 hours daily during his career peak. After treatment and lifestyle changes, he now advocates for better work-life balance in the film industry.
Police in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh arrested 21-year-old Shivanjay Rajput after an armed encounter near a forest area. The arrest is linked to a spurious liquor case that has killed at least 16 people.
A 21-year-old suspect in a Madhya Pradesh hooch tragedy that killed 16 people was arrested after a brief armed encounter with police. He sustained a leg wound during the exchange and is now hospitalized.
Indonesia's Ministry of Health urges citizens to recognize early mental health warning signs using four steps: Ask, Listen, Accompany, and Connect. Mental disorders are the second-leading cause of disability in Indonesia.
Estudos recentes revelam que endometriose aumenta risco de diabetes tipo 2 em 46% e causa manifestações neurológicas, digestivas e psicológicas. Pesquisadores também desenvolvem exame de sangue para diagnóstico mais rápido.
Un estudio con 50.000 pacientes confirma que medicamentos como Ozempic y Wegovy aumentan el riesgo de alopecia en un 37-68%, principalmente por la pérdida de peso acelerada que desencadena efluvio telógeno.
Investigadores del Instituto Salk identificaron cómo los interferones prolongados alteran las mitocondrias tumorales, permitiendo que el cáncer desactive defensas inmunitarias. El hallazgo abre caminos para combatir la resistencia a tratamientos inmunológicos.
Céline Dion kicked off her 26-show Paris residency after a six-year hiatus caused by stiff person syndrome, delivering an emotionally charged comeback performance that critics praised as raw and authentic.
Un estudio presentado en Barcelona muestra que la semaglutida, fármaco para diabetes y obesidad, podría reducir hasta 40% los ataques de asma y 20% las exacerbaciones de EPOC, aunque se requieren ensayos clínicos para confirmar.
Fotografías exponen inodoros colapsados, pisos anegados y abandono generalizado en el cuerpo de guardia del Hospital Orlando Pantoja Tamayo en Contramaestre, reflejando el colapso del sistema hospitalario cubano.
Cantante salsero Engerberth Tapia y su hijo de 9 años fueron atacados a balazos en el Callao. Ambos resultaron heridos y fueron trasladados al hospital.
Una joven madre de Hanói logró dar a luz exitosamente a las 24 semanas tras enfrentar múltiples complicaciones incluyendo insuficiencia cervical, diabetes gestacional grave y rotura prematura de membranas. El bebé sobrevivió gracias a cuidados intensivos neonatales especializados.
