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When Air Goes Where It Shouldn't: Pneumothorax Explained

December 17, 2024

Problems happen when air gets into the wrong place in the body. For instance, if air gets between the lungs and the chest wall, it's called pneumothorax. This issue can worsen and become a tension pneumothorax, which is serious because it squeezes the heart and lungs, making it hard for them to work

health

Why the Debate Over Mohs Surgery and Melanoma Matters

December 17, 2024

The medical world is divided on whether to use Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) for early-stage melanoma. Some doctors insist on randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to prove MMS is better than the traditional wide local excision. The problem is, there aren't any RCTs yet, but plenty of studies show M

health

Immunocompromised People: Still at Risk from COVID-19

December 16, 2024

COVID-19, caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2, has been a global issue since 2019. While vaccines and less severe variants have helped, people with weakened immune systems still struggle. They often don't respond well to vaccines and can get very sick from COVID-19. Experts have looked at how COVID-19 af

health

Rescuing Lives Together: Civilian-Military MEDEVAC Collaboration in Romania

December 16, 2024

In 2010, Romania's Ministry of National Defense developed a special service called the Military Emergency Medical Service (SMMU). Its main goal? To save the lives of military personnel during operations using specially equipped MEDEVAC aircraft. But what about the rest of the population? That's wher

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The Money Maze of Healthcare

December 16, 2024

Have you ever wondered why healthcare feels so confusing? It might be because of how money moves around. Insurance companies are making a lot of money, but patients are often left feeling frustrated. Recently, there's been news about emergency services struggling. But it's not just one problem. We'v

politics

Sex Work Debate and New York's Health Dilemma

December 16, 2024

A new documentary, "I Slept with 100 Men in One Day, " explores the harsh realities of sex work. The film's star, Lily Phillips, attempts to have sex with 100 men in a day, revealing the emotional and physical toll. Meanwhile, upstate New York faces a health crisis as hospitals receive more funds, b

politics

Why Are People So Angry at Health Insurance Companies?

December 16, 2024

Senator Bernie Sanders recently spoke about the tragic murder of a health insurance CEO and the growing frustration people feel towards the industry. He emphasized that violence is never the answer, but acknowledged that many people are upset with how health insurance companies operate. The shootin

entertainment

The Healing Mushroom: A New Adventure Awaits

December 16, 2024

Remember Scavengers Reign, the show that Netflix canceled earlier this year? Well, the same production company, Green Street, is back with a new series called Common Side Effects. It's set to hit Adult Swim and Max on February 2, 2025. The show tells the story of two ex-high school lab partners, Ma

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Famous Filmmaker Moore Reacts to CEO Killing, Says Rage on Health Insurance Industry is justified

December 15, 2024

Documentary maker, Michael Moore, has spoken openly about the anger people feel towards health insurance companies after the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. He didn’t condemn the public’s reaction. Instead, he said this rage has been a long time coming. “After the CEO's killing, people

education

Future Pharmacists: Unlocking Data Power in Schools

December 15, 2024

In the fast-paced world of healthcare, digital technology and big data are driving major changes. One such change is happening at the University of Southern California's Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (USC Mann). This forward-thinking school is updating its curriculum