A Doctor’s Confession: On Forgetting Patient Names
As I stepped into the ward early this morning, the nurse called out the moment she saw me. “Professor, Patient A was readmitted last night.
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When ‘Earl Grey’ Became a Black Tea Brand, ‘Gray's Anatomy’ Became a Medical Symbol
In the English-speaking world, "Gray" is a very common surname. It is typically spelled Grey in British English and Gray in American English.
The Genealogy of the 'Reptilian Brain' Myth: Look at 'Behavior' Rather than 'Brain'
"The reptilian brain forms a primitive brain that is sensitive to fear and has a desire for desired rewards.
The Vitamin Myth: Why More Isn’t Always Better for Your Health
There is a toxic substance in our bodies known as reactive oxygen species . Just as a car uses gasoline and oxygen to...
Breast Cancer in Your 50s, Lung Cancer in Your 60s to 80s... Why Should Cancer Patients Eat Meat and Eggs?
When there is a cancer patient in the family, the family also suffers. There are many things to worry about, such as...
Carl Sagan Was Wrong, Chimpanzees Cannot Learn Sign Language
"Basic English consists of about 1,000 words. Chimpanzees have already acquired more than 10% of that number.
The Paradox of High-Dose Vitamin C: Has Mortality and Cardiovascular Risk Actually Increased?
Vitamin C is an essential vitamin that is useful for immune function, skin health, iron absorption, and fatigue relief.
If You're Worried About Blood Sugar, Try These Eating Habits
Anyone gets nervous when they hear that their blood sugar levels are high during a health check-up.
Why Did Doctors Fail to Classify Diseases Like Plants?
On the evening of the last day of the year, a very short year-end concert was held at the hospital where I work.
Chimpanzees Become Much Smarter but Cannot Speak... Why is That?
In science fiction movies or novels, language is often treated as a major theme or motif.