Social media platforms such as Snapchat and Instagram have been pivotal in perpetuating "selfie" culture, whereby an individual takes and shares a photo of themselves. Globally, social media usage has been increasing, with ...
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Hyperthyroidism, or overactive thyroid, happens when your thyroid gland makes more thyroid hormones than your body needs. Excessive thyroid hormones from hyperthyroidism elevate cardiovascular risks.
Mar 4, 2024
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Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and Soroka University Medical Center researchers have found that tonsillectomy in children with obstructive sleep apnea does not increase the risk of obesity in adulthood.
Feb 29, 2024
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For patients with low-risk cervical cancer, simple hysterectomy is not inferior to radical hysterectomy with respect to the incidence of pelvic recurrence at three years, according to a study published in the Feb. 29 issue ...
Feb 29, 2024
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Air travel can be miserable for people with disabilities, particularly if an airline mishandles, damages or loses their wheelchair in transit.
Feb 29, 2024
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Most lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning (LGBTQ+) orthopedic trainees and professionals openly identify their sexual orientation or gender identity to at least some colleagues, but many report experiencing ...
Feb 28, 2024
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A new Yale study finds an increased risk of hospital readmission for older Americans within 180 days of undergoing major surgery—a risk that is particularly acute for individuals who are frail or have dementia.
Feb 28, 2024
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The aorta, also known as the main artery, is now categorized as an independent human organ. This has now been established in the guidelines for aortic surgical treatments of the European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery ...
Feb 28, 2024
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People who are diagnosed with head and neck cancer often receive a standard type of chemotherapy as part of their treatment. If they are exposed to secondhand smoke during chemotherapy—even if they have never smoked themselves—the ...
Feb 27, 2024
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Bariatric surgery is more effective than medical and lifestyle modifications for achieving long-term type 2 diabetes control and remission, according to new research led by a University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine surgeon-scientist ...
Feb 27, 2024
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