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Seeing Tiny Drug Particles in Water Just Got Easier

July 4, 2025

Scientists have found a way to make a powerful microscope work better with tiny drug particles in water. This microscope, called a scanning electron microscope (SEM), usually needs a vacuum to work, but it can also be used to look at things in liquid. The problem is, small drug particles and other o

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A New Way to Fight Cancer with Light and Iron

July 4, 2025

Cancer treatments are always looking for new tricks. One promising method is photothermal therapy (PTT). It uses light to heat up and kill cancer cells. But there are some problems. Light doesn't go deep into the body. Also, cancer cells can get used to the heat. Scientists have found a clever solut

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Healing Minds: LA County's New Approach to Trauma

July 3, 2025

In Los Angeles County, a fresh way to tackle trauma is now available. The Department of Mental Health has started offering EMDR, a therapy that uses eye movements to help people deal with painful memories. This method is gaining popularity, and for good reason. Dr. Janice Jones, a psychologist with

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Unlocking the Secrets of PSTPIP1 in Kidney Cancer

July 2, 2025

PSTPIP1 is a protein that has caught the attention of researchers due to its involvement in various immune system pathways. It's been found to be more active in tumors than in healthy tissues. This sparked interest in studying its role in clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC), the most common type

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Can AI Predict How Well Cancer Treatment Will Work?

July 2, 2025

Cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) is a tough cancer to treat. Doctors have a hard time figuring out which treatments will work best for each patient. One big challenge is predicting how well a patient will respond to immunotherapy, a treatment that helps the body's own immune system fight cancer. Researcher

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How Risankizumab Helps People with Psoriasis

July 2, 2025

Psoriasis is a skin condition that can be quite tough to deal with. It causes red, scaly patches on the skin and can make life really hard for those who have it. Recently, a new drug called risankizumab has been approved to help people with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis. This drug works by tar

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New Hope in the Fight Against Obesity: A Peptide Breakthrough

July 2, 2025

Obesity is a big problem worldwide. It's not just about looking a certain way. It can lead to serious health issues, like type 2 diabetes. Many people try to change their lifestyle to manage their weight. But sometimes, that's not enough. That's where new medicines come in. Scientists have created

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Clearing Up Confusion: The 60-Day PNS Therapy Explained

July 1, 2025

Peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) has been around for a while, but the 60-day treatment is a newer approach. It's caused some confusion among doctors and patients. Some wonder if it's a trial, a permanent fix, or something else. The American Society of Pain and Neuroscience (ASPN) wants to clear th

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Physiotherapists and Virtual Reality: A New Way to Treat Pain?

July 1, 2025

Physiotherapists in the UK are exploring new ways to help people with muscle and bone pain. One of these new methods is virtual reality (VR). A small study asked physiotherapists about their thoughts on using VR for treatment. Most of the physiotherapists surveyed had little knowledge about VR. Man

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Yoga's Role in Managing Hypothyroidism: A Digital Approach

June 27, 2025

Hypothyroidism can make life pretty tough. It messes with your body, mind, and even your social life. But there's hope! Yoga has shown it can help people feel better. Now, with more people using telehealth, a special yoga program was made just for hypothyroid patients. This program is designed to wo