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Frequent Urination in Old Age: A Fatal Trigger for Alzheimer's Patients

Frequent Urination in Old Age: A Fatal Trigger for Alzheimer's Patients

New research indicates that urinary tract infections are far more than a minor discomfort for Alzheimer's patients—they can be life-threatening.
The Surgeon Who Shed 36kg: Why Willpower Alone Fails Against Severe Obesity

The Surgeon Who Shed 36kg: Why Willpower Alone Fails Against Severe Obesity

It is hard to believe that a cardiothoracic surgeon who repairs hearts was once a patient with "super obesity.
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The "Off Switch" for Itching: Why Some People Can’t Stop Scratching

When you scratch an itch, there is usually a natural moment when your hand stops. This isn't necessarily because the...
The Siren in Your Body: Why Enduring Pain is a Risk to Your Heart and Mind

The Siren in Your Body: Why Enduring Pain is a Risk to Your Heart and Mind

"Pain is a warning siren of the body and can itself be a disease," says Director Lee Eui-sang of Yeosu Aeyang Hospital.
The 3kg Warning: Why Even Slight Weight Gain May Accelerate Brain Aging

The 3kg Warning: Why Even Slight Weight Gain May Accelerate Brain Aging

Everyone knows that obesity is bad for health. However, many consider a slight increase in weight (around BMI 23) to be...
Breaking the Resistance: New Cause for Glioblastoma Recurrence Identified

Breaking the Resistance: New Cause for Glioblastoma Recurrence Identified

Glioblastoma is widely regarded as the most aggressive and devastating form of brain cancer.
Sejong Hospital: The Visionary Institution That Saved 9,000

Sejong Hospital: The Visionary Institution That Saved 9,000 "Blue-Lipped" Children

In the early 1980s, countless children born with congenital heart disease—often marked by the distinct blue tint of...

"The Heart Doesn’t Wait": Why Holiday Chest Pain Demands Immediate Action

"Doctors may wait for you, but the heart does not wait." This is the urgent warning from Director Park Jin-sik,...
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Are Your "Love Handles" Growing? The Critical Habit Shifts You Need to Stop Visceral Fat

Belly fat, or abdominal obesity, is far more than an aesthetic issue. It is a major driver of chronic conditions,...

"Treat Soda Like Cigarettes": Why Ultra-Processed Foods Are the New Tobacco

Ultra-processed foods—industrially manufactured products loaded with emulsifiers, artificial colors, and synthetic...