Over my decades as a psychiatrist, I've treated thousands of patients. Many come to me asking the same fundamental question: "Why must I suffer?" Today, I want to talk about Good Friday because no day in human history better answers this essential psychological question. Read More.
On a Saturday evening in September of 2024, Mae Helgeson arrived at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, her small body reeling from the trauma of a life-threatening accident. Although she was intubated and sedated, it didn't take long for the care team to learn what made this little girl special.
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Depression affects far more people than some may realize. Learn more about the types of depression, what it feels like, how to seek help, and more. Read More.
Knitted microtissues, seeded with stem cells and other precursor cells, may soon accelerate the healing process of different soft tissues in humans. The work is led by researchers at the Defense Fabric Discovery Center at MIT Lincoln Laboratory as well as the MIT Department of Mechanical Engineering. Read More.
Vitamin D deficiency directly causes erectile dysfunction by increasing superoxide and reducing protective SLPI levels, as shown in human tissue and animal models. Read More.
A modern Western diet, high in processed foods and low in whole plant-based foods, can contribute to chronic inflammation but switching to a traditional African diet, high in fiber and fermented foods, can help fight inflammation. Read More.
When we think about medical conditions, we often focus on common ones like diabetes, heart disease, or asthma. But there's a whole universe of diseases most people never hear about - rare diseases that affect millions worldwide yet remain largely invisible to the public eye.
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Gut microbiome helps in promoting a well balanced physical and mental health of people, by boosting their immune system and improving digestion. Read More.
Cretora Biggerstaff, 106, flies at least twice a year but says there's a problem at the airport every time because computers are confused by her 1919 birthdate. Read More.
