All articles tagged with #medical
BuzzFeed compiles 47 extraordinary survival anecdotes—from gunshot wounds and impalements to electrocutions and volcanic eruptions—highlighting miraculous recoveries and the astonishing resilience of the human body.
A small study suggests a potential pathway toward an HIV cure, with some participants maintaining low virus levels or controlling the virus without medication after experimental immunotherapy, offering hope for future treatments.
The article explores the complex and emotional journey of parents with children diagnosed with autism, highlighting the challenges in understanding the condition, the role of genetics, and the limited definitive answers available from medical professionals.
Bears wide receiver DJ Moore was hospitalized for evaluation after a hit during a game against the Commanders, and he did not fly back with the team, though he finished the game and was not initially listed as injured.
Dr. Natalie Manning returns to Chicago in Season 11 of Chicago Med, arriving amid a personal crisis involving her son Owen’s shooting and her pregnancy, which rekindles past traumas and sparks tension with Will. Her presence promises emotional and dramatic developments, with questions about her future in Chicago and Owen’s recovery.
Darren Till scored a devastating knockout victory over Luke Rockhold at Misfits Boxing 22, after which Rockhold was shown receiving oxygen and appeared to be in a serious state, raising concerns about his health following the fight.
The article discusses 10 subtle symptoms that may indicate a thyroid problem, emphasizing the importance of recognizing these signs for early diagnosis and treatment.
Patients and doctors are increasingly using AI like ChatGPT for diagnoses and treatment advice, with some success, such as a Reddit user who found relief for a five-year jaw pain after AI suggested a solution. However, disagreements between experts and AI can pose challenges.
A Reddit thread reveals surgeons and medical professionals sharing their most intense 'oh crap' moments during surgeries and medical procedures. Stories range from a patient vomiting during a corneal transplant to a nurse holding a patient's bleeding penis for over an hour, and a patient waking up mid-surgery due to insufficient anesthesia. These anecdotes highlight the high-stakes and unpredictable nature of medical work, where quick thinking and adaptability are crucial.
Three NASA astronauts, Matthew Dominick, Michael Barratt, and Jeanette Epps, recently returned from an extended mission on the International Space Station and were briefly hospitalized, but they declined to disclose which one of them was sick due to medical privacy. The astronauts discussed their experiences in space, noting the unpredictable effects of spaceflight on the human body. The mission was prolonged due to issues with Boeing's Starliner capsule and adverse weather conditions.
NASA has not disclosed details about a medical issue that led to one of its SpaceX Crew-8 astronauts being hospitalized after their return to Earth on October 25, 2024. While three astronauts were released the same day, one stayed overnight for precautionary reasons and was discharged the next day. NASA cites privacy concerns and ongoing investigations as reasons for withholding further information, but promises to release details once the situation is fully understood.
Four NASA astronauts were taken to a hospital after returning from a 200-day mission on the ISS aboard SpaceX's Dragon capsule, with one astronaut kept overnight for observation. NASA cited medical privacy for not disclosing specific details but emphasized the hospital visits were precautionary. This incident follows ongoing safety concerns about leaks and structural issues on the ISS, which NASA and Roscosmos have been addressing.
A Washougal family's son, Teddy, was born three months premature, weighing only 14 ounces with a 10% survival rate. After battling infections and pneumonia, a steroid shot helped improve his condition, and he is now expected to live a full and healthy life, although he will require respiratory support and extra care for the first two years. Teddy's family is looking forward to bringing him home by the end of the week.
The Season 20 premiere of Grey's Anatomy was filled with adrenaline as it revealed the fates of characters, including Teddy and Sam, and introduced new plot twists. The episode featured intense medical situations, personal struggles, and professional challenges for the characters, setting the stage for an eventful season ahead.
Diabetes can exhibit unusual symptoms such as skin changes, frequent infections, periodontitis, changes in vision and hearing, bedwetting in children, mood changes, and tingling and numbness. These lesser-known signs could be early indicators of diabetes and should not be overlooked, prompting individuals to seek medical attention if they experience any of these symptoms.