Managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome: The Role of Exercise, Rest, and the Mediterranean Diet
▶ How to get out of irritable bowel syndrome? ▶ Exercise, rest and the Mediterranean diet help in treatment Irritable bowel syndrome is one of the functional diseases of the large intestine. Although it is not a serious, life-threatening disease, it is a very common disease that can cause mental and physical distress due to […]
The Importance of HPV Vaccination for Both Men and Women in Preventing Head and Neck Cancer: New Research Findings
▶ Not only women but also men should be vaccinated against HPV. The head and neck refers to the oral cavity, oropharynx, larynx, hypopharynx, nasopharynx, thyroid, and salivary glands, excluding the eyes, brain, ears, and esophagus. If your voice changes without any particular symptoms, if sore throat or mouth ulcers persist for more than 3 […]
New Blood Tests for Cancer Detection: Can They Save Lives?
▶ Measurement of cancer emissions from tumor DNA fragments▶About 20 types of blood tests are currently in development. ▶ Useful for detecting “silent tumors” such as lung cancer and pancreatic cancer▶If positive, further imaging test or biopsy is required Cindy Perez, 50, of Southwest Ranches, Florida, learned about a new blood test that can help […]
Rising STD Cases During COVID-19 in New York: New Report from NY Department of Health
▶ Announcement from the New York State Department of Health STD cases have increased in New York during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a report recently released by the New York State Department of Health for Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Awareness Week, the number of sexually transmitted infections such as early syphilis, gonorrhea and chlamydia […]
Understanding Spinal Cord Tumors: Expert Insights and Treatment Options
▶ Eunsang Kim, Professor of Neurosurgery, Korea University Guro Hospital Eunsang Kim, professor of neurosurgery at Guro Hospital of Korea University. [고려대 구로병원 제공] The spinal cord is a central nerve located in the spinal canal that connects the brain and peripheral nerves to transmit sensory, motor, and autonomic signals. A disease in which a […]
Navigating Spinal Cord Tumors: Insights from Professor Eunsang Kim
▶ Eunsang Kim, Professor of Neurosurgery, Korea University Guro Hospital Eunsang Kim, professor of neurosurgery at Guro Hospital of Korea University. [고려대 구로병원 제공] The spinal cord is a central nerve located in the spinal canal that connects the brain and peripheral nerves to transmit sensory, motor, and autonomic signals. A disease in which a […]
Understanding and Treating Patent Foramen Ovale: Insights from Professor Jaehyung Park
▶ Jaehyung Park, Professor of Cardiology, Korea University Anam Hospital Jaehyung Park, professor of cardiology at Anam Hospital of Korea University. [고려대 안암병원 제공] As a fetus, each receives oxygen and nutrients from the mother through the umbilical cord. Since they do not breathe through their lungs, their blood circulation patterns are also different from […]
The Importance of HPV Vaccination: Preventing Cervical Cancer and Promoting Health for Children and Minorities
▶ Health column of the neighborhood care clinic April is National Minority Health Month. This week is Minority Cancer Awareness Week, next week is National Childhood Immunization Week, and the last week of April is Global Immunization Week and Health Every Child Week. Meanwhile, April is Sexually Transmitted Infection Awareness Month. This list of weeks […]
Blood Test Offers Breakthrough in Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosis and Progression Monitoring
A mechanism has been identified by which the progression of Alzheimer’s disease (senile dementia) can be confirmed using a small amount of blood. The research team led by Professors Lim Hyeon-guk and Wang Seong-min of Yeouido St. Mary’s Hospital demonstrated the correlation between the degree of oligomerization of the beta-amyloid protein in the blood and […]
Uncovering the Power of Latin American Superfoods for Optimal Health and Performance
The term “superfood” refers to food that has excellent health-promoting effects, extending lifespan and reducing the rate of aging. It must be a natural food, easy to purchase and satisfy conditions such as convenience for consumption. It originated from a book written in 2008 by American nutrition expert Dr. Stephen Pratt, which focused on foods […]
