97-Year-Old Gastric Cancer Patient Undergoes Total Stomach Removal via Robotic Surgery at Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital
For nonagenarian patients and their families, deciding whether to undergo major surgery presents a formidable dilemma.
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Scientists Uncover 'Warmth Sensor' Switch Driving Chronic Pain in 1.5 Billion People Worldwide
An estimated 1.5 billion people worldwide suffer from chronic pain, yet conventional anti-inflammatory painkillers remain limited by temporary...
When You Can’t Recall "Madeleine": Short Film Youngsikxty Spotlights Early Dementia Awareness
“Less ice in the oat latte… and, you know, that thing. What is it, the yellow round thing.
Restless Legs at Bedtime? The Overlooked Sleep Disorder Affecting 1 in 20 People
〈Editor’s note〉 Restless legs syndrome is a surprisingly common condition, yet it is frequently misdiagnosed as muscle...
“I Dream of an Ordinary Life”: Expanded Insurance Coverage Brings New Hope to Dravet Syndrome Families
“Until just before my daughter turned 2, she frequently suffered not only febrile seizures but also afebrile seizures.
Unexplained Joint Pain and Weight Loss? Why Young Women Must Watch for Lupus
One autoimmune disease is far more prevalent in women than in men. In South Korea alone, approximately 1,000 women are...
Routine Eye Photos Can Flag Current Dementia and Predict Future Risk, AI Study Finds
Eye photos taken during routine health screenings could help identify who currently has dementia and predict who is at...
Blurry Vision and Sudden Limb Weakness Could Signal Multiple Sclerosis, Not Just Stroke
When vision suddenly turns cloudy in one eye and an arm or leg feels unexpectedly weak, many patients immediately fear...
You Can’t Pay Off ‘Sleep Debt’ by Sleeping In, Experts Warn
Tossing and turning through sweltering summer nights, waking up early for work, or coping with jet lag after travel...
Don’t Ignore a Weaker Handshake: 1 in 4 Adults Over 80 Has Sarcopenia
When holding your parents' hands, a noticeably weaker grip should not be brushed off as a harmless part of aging.