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Understanding Heart Attacks/Myocardial Infarction (MI): Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis & Treatment Options

By A.S. (staff writer), published on February 08, 2024

  Introduction A heart attack, or myocardial infarction, occurs when there is a loss of blood supply to a part of the heart muscle, usually due to a blockage in a nearby artery, ultimately leading to the death of heart muscle tissue. It is...
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Coronary Angiography and Angioplasty: Understanding the Test

By A.S. (staff writer), published on February 03, 2024

  Overview Coronary angiography is a diagnostic test that identifies blockages in coronary arteries using contrast dye injected through a catheter. This cardiac angiogram enables doctors to visualize blood flow in the heart using X-ray ima...
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Understanding Acute Myeloid Leukemia; Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

By A.S. (staff writer), published on September 05, 2023

General Information About Acute Myeloid Leukemia Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) is a form of cancer originating in the bone marrow, characterized by the rapid production of abnormal blood cells. It primarily affects adults and is the most common t...
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Huntington's Disease: Unraveling the Mysteries of a Devastating Genetic Disorder

By A.S. (staff writer), published on September 02, 2023

  What is Huntington's Disease? Huntington's Disease (HD) is a hereditary neurological disorder that progressively damages and kills nerve cells, or neurons, in specific regions of the brain. These areas of the brain control volunt...
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Atrial Fibrillation: Unraveling the Irregular Beat of the Heart

By A.S. (staff writer), published on August 31, 2023

  Introduction The heart, with its rhythmic and synchronized beats, is a remarkable organ that tirelessly pumps blood throughout our bodies. This continuous circulation of oxygenated blood ensures our cells and organs receive the vital nut...
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CDC Grants Approval to Novel RSV Vaccine for Infant Protection

By A.S. (staff writer), published on August 29, 2023

  Injectable RSV Drug Recommended for Infants Under 8 Months by CDC The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has made a unanimous recommendation for all babies under 8 months old, and certain older infants, to receive an inject...
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Understanding Arrhythmia: Types, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

By A.S. (staff writer), published on August 29, 2023

  Introduction The human heart is a remarkable organ that pumps blood throughout the body. It beats rhythmically, creating a regular pattern of contractions and relaxations that ensures an efficient flow of oxygenated blood to all the body...
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FDA Approves First Pill for Postpartum Depression: Zuranolone

By A.S. (staff writer), published on August 26, 2023

  The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given the green light for Zurzuvae (zuranolone), a pioneering oral medication intended to treat postpartum depression (PPD) in adults. Postpartum depression is a form of a major depressive epi...
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Understanding Different Types of Cancer: Lymphoma, Sarcoma, Myeloma, and Adenoma

By A.S. (staff writer), published on August 24, 2023

  Cancer is a complex group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled and unplanned growth and spread of abnormal cells within the body. There are numerous types of cancer, each originating from different tissues and having distinct chara...
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Living with Ankylosing Spondylitis

By A.S. (staff writer), published on August 19, 2023

  Ankylosing spondylitis is a form of arthritis that triggers inflammation in the joints and ligaments of the spine, and sometimes affects peripheral joints like the knees, ankles, and hips. The inflammation in the spine's joints and ti...
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Regulation of Cosmetics in Canada

By A.S. (staff writer), published on August 17, 2023

  Introduction: Ensuring Safe Cosmetics for Consumers In Canada, cosmetic products encompass a wide range of substances or mixtures intended for various uses, including cleansing, improving, or altering the complexion, skin, hair, or teeth...
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Canada Bans Animal Testing for Cosmetics

By A.S. (staff writer), published on August 15, 2023

  Canada has joined 43 other countries in passing legislation to ban the testing of cosmetic products on animals. The Canadian government made the announcement through a news release, stating that Bill C-47, which amends the Food and Drugs Ac...
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