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Freshwater or Saltwater? The Science of Nasal Irrigation and Osmosis

Freshwater or Saltwater? The Science of Nasal Irrigation and Osmosis

With pollen, yellow dust, and fine particulate matter swirling through the air, spring is a challenging season for those with allergic rhinitis or...
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.

"Hiding Out of Embarrassment Only Makes It Worse": A Leading Anorectal Specialist’s Warning Signs for Anal Fistula

You feel chilled and feverish. Your head and body ache. Naturally, it feels like the flu.
Why Does My Blood Pressure Spike Only at the Hospital? Weight Checks May Be the Culprit

Why Does My Blood Pressure Spike Only at the Hospital? Weight Checks May Be the Culprit

"Whenever I go to the hospital, my blood pressure reads far too high. As soon as I walk into the exam room, my heart...
Cut Carbs and Load Up on Fiber: 7 Principles for Losing Belly Fat

Cut Carbs and Load Up on Fiber: 7 Principles for Losing Belly Fat

Belly fat is often the first to appear and the last to go, making it one of the most stubborn areas to trim.
“Don’t Put a Severed Finger Directly on Ice”... A Surgeon’s Guide to Saving Severed Limbs

“Don’t Put a Severed Finger Directly on Ice”... A Surgeon’s Guide to Saving Severed Limbs

A finger caught in a slamming door; a hand pulled into a kitchen knife or industrial cutting machine.
Blood Sugar Explosion: Which Eating Habits Damage the Pancreas?

Blood Sugar Explosion: Which Eating Habits Damage the Pancreas?

If your blood sugar frequently spikes, it places a heavy burden on the pancreas. Specifically, the pancreatic beta...
“Lose Belly Fat Now”: Could Your Waistline Be a Warning Sign for Parkinson’s?

“Lose Belly Fat Now”: Could Your Waistline Be a Warning Sign for Parkinson’s?

Elevated blood pressure, an expanding waistline, and unexplained bouts of depression often occur together.
Stop Using Ice and Folk Remedies: A Specialist’s Guide to Essential Burn First Aid

Stop Using Ice and Folk Remedies: A Specialist’s Guide to Essential Burn First Aid

When hot soup spills onto the back of your hand, most people react in similar ways. They look for ice, try to apply an...
[Japan—Jichi Medical University] Beyond Conventional Wisdom: How the Jichi Experiment Solved Tottori’s Rural Doctor Shortage

[Japan—Jichi Medical University] Beyond Conventional Wisdom: How the Jichi Experiment Solved Tottori’s Rural Doctor Shortage

On a summer morning when the scorching heat reached 35°C, students in white shirts gathered in front of a small station...