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As You Get Older, the Scariest Thing Is “Dementia”: What You Need to Start Doing Now to Protect Your Mind

As You Get Older, the Scariest Thing Is “Dementia”: What You Need to Start Doing Now to Protect Your Mind

As we age, many people admit that the health problem they fear most is dementia. It is uniquely frightening because it damages brain cells until our...
Should You Eat More Meat as You Age? The Link Between Animal Protein, IGF-1, and Cancer

Should You Eat More Meat as You Age? The Link Between Animal Protein, IGF-1, and Cancer

Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) is a hormone that promotes the growth of every cell in the human body—from bones and muscles to nerves.
Beyond the Badge: Why a 'Team' Matters More Than a Certification in Severe Obesity Surgery

Beyond the Badge: Why a 'Team' Matters More Than a Certification in Severe Obesity Surgery

More than 10 years have passed since the tragic death of the late singer Shin Hae-chul.
“We Can’t Afford Dad's Medicine”: The Heartbreaking Reality of Late-Stage Cancer Costs

“We Can’t Afford Dad's Medicine”: The Heartbreaking Reality of Late-Stage Cancer Costs

“Should we sell the house? Dad’s medication is just too expensive.”This is the agonizing question keeping a mother in...
Why Young Colorectal Cancer Rates are Surging in Korea: The Paradox of “High-Quality” Protein

Why Young Colorectal Cancer Rates are Surging in Korea: The Paradox of “High-Quality” Protein

The common refrain "you have to eat meat to have strength" reflects a cultural sentiment in Korea that is anything but...
Heartburn That Won't Quit? 6 Warning Signs That May Signal Stomach Cancer

Heartburn That Won't Quit? 6 Warning Signs That May Signal Stomach Cancer

Stomach cancer is frequently linked to dietary habits, such as the regular consumption of excessively salty or spicy...
A “Same-Day Surgery” Patient-Centered Hospital That Sticks to Its Principles

A “Same-Day Surgery” Patient-Centered Hospital That Sticks to Its Principles

“For our baby’s hernia surgery, we decided to go to the most well-known hospital because it involves such a precious...
Persistent Cough for Over Two Weeks? Why Diabetics Should Be Extra Vigilant About ‘This Disease’

Persistent Cough for Over Two Weeks? Why Diabetics Should Be Extra Vigilant About ‘This Disease’

Tuberculosis remains a significant airborne infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
No More Pain with Every Breath: New Robotic Lung Cancer Technique Spares Rib Nerves

No More Pain with Every Breath: New Robotic Lung Cancer Technique Spares Rib Nerves

South Korean researchers have demonstrated the safety and effectiveness of a pioneering robotic surgical technique that...

"Worse Than Sugar": Doctors Warn Against Common Habits That Spike Blood Sugar

While most people associate diabetes risk with sugary desserts or refined carbohydrates, medical experts are...