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.
Authorities discovered a hidden cryptocurrency mining operation in Mexican mountains allegedly used by drug cartels to launder proceeds from illegal activities, highlighting evolving criminal financing methods.
A patient presenting with hematuria was discovered to have a needle embedded in his heart during diagnostic imaging, revealing an unusual medical emergency.
Mosquito-borne illnesses, particularly West Nile virus, are increasing across the US with multiple states reporting cases. Massachusetts has confirmed seven human cases this season, including recent infections in Worcester County.
New research highlights lifestyle and preventive approaches to lower dementia risk, while blood tests can predict Alzheimer's symptoms years in advance.
Uganda concluded a nine-day mourning period for King Oyo Nyimba, who died of cancer at 34 after ruling the Tooro Kingdom since 1995. His death has triggered a succession dispute between a chosen cousin and claims of unidentified illegitimate heirs.
Especialistas explicam que até 45% do risco de demência é modificável através de hábitos saudáveis como alimentação balanceada, atividade física e estímulos cognitivos ao longo da vida.
A cancer survivor lost Medicaid disability coverage as states implement new work requirements, raising questions about which illnesses qualify for health coverage protections.
A patient experienced paralysis and speech loss weeks after a tick bite, requiring extensive testing before receiving a diagnosis of a tick-borne illness.
Dr. Jean Kaseya, head of the Africa CDC, is advocating for African nations to take ownership of disease outbreak responses like Ebola, shifting away from dependence on international agencies and foreign donors.
Entre el 5% y el 20% de los casos de cáncer de pulmón ocurren en personas que nunca han fumado, según la IARC. La contaminación del aire, el radón y factores genéticos son riesgos significativos más allá del tabaquismo.
Un niño de 6 años en Gia Lai, Vietnam, murió de rabia después de ser mordido dos veces por perros sin recibir vacunación antirrábica. La familia no buscó atención médica tras las mordeduras ocurridas meses antes.
The CDC declared the largest US cyclosporiasis outbreak over after affecting 12,000+ people across 21 states, linked to Mexican lettuce imports. Two deaths and 570 hospitalizations were reported.
The CDC declared the largest US cyclosporiasis outbreak over after 12,000+ cases and 2 deaths linked to contaminated Mexican lettuce imported by Taylor Farms across 21 states.
O Hospital Geral de Nova Iguaçu enfrenta baixos estoques de sangue e convoca a população para doações, especialmente dos tipos O positivo e O negativo, necessários para suas 600+ cirurgias mensais.
King Oyo Nyimba of Uganda's Tooro Kingdom, who became the world's youngest monarch at age 3 in 1995, was buried Saturday at age 34 following his death from cancer, as a succession dispute over his heir roils the royal family.
A ferry fire off the Philippines has killed 35 people with over 50 still missing. The MV June Aster caught fire Wednesday near Coron; recovery efforts hampered by toxic fumes and heat.
Researchers at University of Miami found that blocking IL1RAP disrupts the inflammatory network protecting pancreatic cancer from treatment, potentially making chemotherapy and immunotherapy more effective. A clinical trial combining this approach with existing therapies is now planned.
Estudo de 18 anos com 2.603 mulheres encontra associação entre menopausa mais precoce e alterações cerebrais persistentes, incluindo declínio cognitivo e possível diagnóstico de Alzheimer mais cedo.
Firefighters exposed to toxic wildfire smoke are using glutathione, an unproven antioxidant treatment, to manage symptoms like chronic cough and fatigue. Major fire departments lack scientific evidence of its safety and efficacy.
A passenger train derailed in France, injuring 44 people with one in critical condition. Authorities initially investigated possible sabotage but later ruled out a malicious attack.
Un estudio escocés revela que más del 33% de pacientes con hernias discales graves se recuperaron espontáneamente sin cirugía, gracias a la capacidad del sistema inmunitario de disolver el material herniado.
Trujillo registra la mayor tasa de incidencia de infecciones respiratorias del país con 181 casos por cada 100 mil habitantes, además de figurar entre los estados con mayor repunte de dengue.
Un hombre de 79 años en Vietnam fue diagnosticado con estenosis del 90% en la arteria carótida derecha y oclusión completa de la izquierda, detectadas tras presentar visión borrosa. Se realizó intervención endovascular exitosa con colocación de stent.
Ebola cases in Congo have surpassed 7,000 infections as the virus spreads to a new province, marking a significant escalation in the outbreak.
