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Diabetes and Kidney Troubles: A Team Effort

December 13, 2024

Diabetes can cause big problems for the kidneys, but with early action and teamwork, those issues can be managed. Doctors from three important health groups in Macedonia came together to write a guide on how to spot and handle diabetic kidney disease (DKD). They want healthcare pros to focus on catc

health

How Childhood Bladder Cancer Survivors Handle Long-Term Issues

December 13, 2024

Genitourinary rhabdomyosarcoma, or GU-RMS, is a type of cancer that usually affects kids. It's tough to treat and often needs a mix of treatments like radiation, chemo, and big surgeries. But what happens after these kids grow up? Not much is known about how these treatments affect their health late

crypto

Kraken Closes NFT Marketplace: What You Should Know

December 12, 2024

Kraken, a big US-based crypto exchange, decided to shut down its NFT marketplace after a couple of years. The announcement was made in late November, and users have until early next year to move their NFTs to a crypto wallet. Kraken said they're doing this to focus on new products and services. Sta

science

Copper Nanozymes Starve Tumors and Trigger Cell Death

December 12, 2024

Lung cancer treatment faces two big hurdles: upsetting the tumor's environment and making sure it stays that way. Scientists tackled this by creating a special nanozyme called Cu2O@Au. It's like a tiny catalyst, breaking down glucose at the tumor site. This starves the tumor of energy and creates hy

health

The Hidden History of Leprosy and the Lucio Phenomenon

December 12, 2024

Leprosy, caused by two bacteria - Mycobacterium leprae and M. lepromatosis - has been attacking humans for centuries. Even with medical advancements, it still impacts millions worldwide, often leading to nerve damage due to late detection and treatment. This suggests a need for ongoing research and

education

Health Challenges: International Health Students' Journey

December 12, 2024

International health care students face unique obstacles when studying abroad. These hurdles, largely due to cultural adjustments and demanding academic programs, deeply affect their well-being. It's vital to understand what helps or hinders these students to ensure they thrive in their academic and

health

Why B-Cell Cancer Treatments Take So Long to Test

December 11, 2024

B-cell cancers are different. They develop slowly, which makes testing new treatments challenging. Researchers often use substitutes, known as surrogate endpoints, to speed up trials. But these shortcuts must be reliable for each type of disease and therapy. Let's explore how scientists ensure these

politics

RFK Jr. Pushes for Daughter-in-Law's CIA Role

December 11, 2024

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , a nominee for the Health and Human Services Secretary position, is reportedly lobbying for his daughter-in-law, Amaryllis Fox Kennedy, to become the deputy director of the CIA. Kennedy, who previously worked at the CIA undercover, has been critical of the agency. The role doe

sports

Juan Soto's Mega Deal: A Sports Money Shocker!

December 11, 2024

Juan Soto just signed a whopping 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets. That's a lot of money! Let's break down how this deal stacks up against other sports numbers. First off, Soto's contract is more than the combined payroll of all teams in the AL and NL Central divisions for 2025

finance

Bitcoin ETFs Set a New Milestone, Topping Original Holder Satoshi Nakamoto

December 10, 2024

The popularity of Bitcoin exchange traded funds (ETFs) has soared to new heights, turning them into the largest holders of the leading cryptocurrency. Recently, these funds collectively surpassed $100 billion in assets under management. This achievement marks one of the quickest and most significant