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When Recurrent Diarrhea Is More Than a Passing Bug: The Rising Threat of IBD in Young Adults

When Recurrent Diarrhea Is More Than a Passing Bug: The Rising Threat of IBD in Young Adults

When recurring abdominal pain and diarrhea strike, most people first assume they are dealing with a standard bout of gastroenteritis or irritable...
The Surge of Pancreatic, Colorectal, and Prostate Cancers: Is Our Changing Diet to Blame?

The Surge of Pancreatic, Colorectal, and Prostate Cancers: Is Our Changing Diet to Blame?

In South Korea, the incidence of colorectal, pancreatic, and prostate cancers has risen sharply in recent years.
The Ideal Sleep Duration for Longevity Identified: Down to the Minute

The Ideal Sleep Duration for Longevity Identified: Down to the Minute

Both sleep deprivation and oversleeping have long been linked to poor health outcomes, but a precise "sweet spot" for...
Celltrion to Acquire French Healthcare Specialist Gifrer, Eyeing European Pharmacy Market

Celltrion to Acquire French Healthcare Specialist Gifrer, Eyeing European Pharmacy Market

Celltrion announced on the 12th its acquisition of Gifrer, a French healthcare specialist with a 114-year history.
The '2.5 Liters a Day' Myth? Why Water Alone May Not Prevent Kidney Stones

The '2.5 Liters a Day' Myth? Why Water Alone May Not Prevent Kidney Stones

"Drink plenty of water" is the universal parting advice for kidney stone patients upon hospital discharge.
From Elite Specialist to Small-Town Generalist: The 73-Year-Old Doctor Guarding Sokcho’s ER

From Elite Specialist to Small-Town Generalist: The 73-Year-Old Doctor Guarding Sokcho’s ER

In Sokcho, the northernmost city in South Korea, a unique scene unfolds daily at the local hospital.
The “Muscle Thief”: Why Low-Carb, High-Fat Diets are a Hidden Danger for Arthritis Patients

The “Muscle Thief”: Why Low-Carb, High-Fat Diets are a Hidden Danger for Arthritis Patients

A low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet may facilitate short-term weight loss, but it is unsustainable and poses significant...
Bruising and Bleeding Gums? Your Medication and Supplement Combo Could Be the Culprit

Bruising and Bleeding Gums? Your Medication and Supplement Combo Could Be the Culprit

It is common practice to take omega-3 or vitamin E for cardiovascular support while maintaining a daily anticoagulant...
The Hidden Danger of Raw Beef Organs: Why an Asan Medical Center Professor Warns of 'Sudden Death'

The Hidden Danger of Raw Beef Organs: Why an Asan Medical Center Professor Warns of 'Sudden Death'

Kwon Hyuk-soo, a professor of allergy and immunology at Asan Medical Center in Seoul, recently discussed the foods he...
Black Coffee and Diabetes: A Guide to Drinking Wisely Amid the 'Diabetes Surge'

Black Coffee and Diabetes: A Guide to Drinking Wisely Amid the 'Diabetes Surge'

Many people start their day with a cup of coffee, and Koreans’ affinity for the beverage is particularly notable.