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Will a 'Second Gleevec' Emerge? The Race Heats Up for Rare Gastrointestinal Cancer Breakthroughs

Will a 'Second Gleevec' Emerge? The Race Heats Up for Rare Gastrointestinal Cancer Breakthroughs

A rare cancer can form in the wall of the stomach or intestines: gastrointestinal stromal tumor, or GIST. More than 20 years ago, the introduction of...
South Korean Biotechs Race to Conquer the Untapped Global MASH Market

South Korean Biotechs Race to Conquer the Untapped Global MASH Market

Fat accumulation in the liver can trigger severe inflammation even in individuals who completely abstain from alcohol.
Flattening the Belly Bulge: Why Core Strength Trumps Spot Reduction

Flattening the Belly Bulge: Why Core Strength Trumps Spot Reduction

Home workouts that require no specialized equipment have become a staple of modern fitness, offering the flexibility to...
Why a Hand Gripper Is More Than Just a Fitness Fad: Lessons from Actor Park Ji-hoon

Why a Hand Gripper Is More Than Just a Fitness Fad: Lessons from Actor Park Ji-hoon

Singer and actor Park Ji-hoon, 26, recently revealed that a hand gripper is one essential item he routinely carries in...
The Art of Healthy Aging: What Youn Yuh-jung and Paul McCartney Teach Us About Staying Sharp

The Art of Healthy Aging: What Youn Yuh-jung and Paul McCartney Teach Us About Staying Sharp

Academy Award-winning actress Youn Yuh-jung, 79, is frequently celebrated as a global symbol of natural aging and...
The Cost of Over-Supplementing: How Everyday Pills Can Quietly Damage Liver and Kidneys

The Cost of Over-Supplementing: How Everyday Pills Can Quietly Damage Liver and Kidneys

Many people take a cocktail of medications, vitamins, and dietary supplements daily, hoping to safeguard their health.
More Meat, More Milk, More Illness: The Flawed Science of the New U.S. Dietary Guidelines

More Meat, More Milk, More Illness: The Flawed Science of the New U.S. Dietary Guidelines

In last week’s 128th column, titled “Telling people to eat more protein while cutting saturated fat. ” (Kormedi.
Hard Lump in Your Breast? Don’t Rush to Remove It

Hard Lump in Your Breast? Don’t Rush to Remove It

In routine health screenings, 20% to 30% of South Korean women are told they have a breast nodule or a cyst (a...
TWS’ Shinyu Swears by Raw Fish: Here’s How to Eat Sashimi Safely

TWS’ Shinyu Swears by Raw Fish: Here’s How to Eat Sashimi Safely

Shinyu, a member of the K-pop group TWS, is a certified raw fish fanatic, and he isn't shy about his culinary obsession.
Eat more protein — but cut saturated fat?

Eat more protein — but cut saturated fat?

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans , released in January 2026, contain several serious errors.