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Re-evaluating the Knife: Why Some Thyroid Cancers No Longer Require Immediate Surgery

Re-evaluating the Knife: Why Some Thyroid Cancers No Longer Require Immediate Surgery

During a routine health screening, a doctor points out a small lump on your thyroid. Additional tests deliver a jarring verdict: thyroid cancer.
The Hype vs. Science: Creatine Boosts Muscle Strength, But Anti-Inflammatory Claims Lack Evidence

The Hype vs. Science: Creatine Boosts Muscle Strength, But Anti-Inflammatory Claims Lack Evidence

Creatine supplements have long been a staple in the fitness community, celebrated for their undeniable ability to enhance muscle strength and...
Beyond Aging: The Unconscious Everyday Habits Deepening Your Glabellar Lines

Beyond Aging: The Unconscious Everyday Habits Deepening Your Glabellar Lines

At some point, the face looking back from the mirror can begin to feel unfamiliar. Vertical lines forming between the...
When Recurrent Diarrhea Is More Than a Passing Bug: The Rising Threat of IBD in Young Adults

When Recurrent Diarrhea Is More Than a Passing Bug: The Rising Threat of IBD in Young Adults

When recurring abdominal pain and diarrhea strike, most people first assume they are dealing with a standard bout of...
Robotic Gallbladder Surgery Flourishes Regionally: On Hospital’s Kim Geon-guk Surpasses 200 Cases in a Single Year

Robotic Gallbladder Surgery Flourishes Regionally: On Hospital’s Kim Geon-guk Surpasses 200 Cases in a Single Year

Surgery for cholecystitis or gallstones is no longer the exclusive domain of major university hospitals.
Why Reducing Your Face Can Make It Look Longer: The Hidden Risks of Midface Surgery

Why Reducing Your Face Can Make It Look Longer: The Hidden Risks of Midface Surgery

When individuals feel their midface (the central part of the face) appears too long, a common instinct is to pursue...
Is High Blood Pressure a

Is High Blood Pressure a "Men’s Disease"? Debunking Common Myths for World Hypertension Day

High blood pressure is identified by the World Health Organization as the leading global risk factor for death.
The Surge of Pancreatic, Colorectal, and Prostate Cancers: Is Our Changing Diet to Blame?

The Surge of Pancreatic, Colorectal, and Prostate Cancers: Is Our Changing Diet to Blame?

In South Korea, the incidence of colorectal, pancreatic, and prostate cancers has risen sharply in recent years.
Frequent Thirst and Urination: Could It Be Diabetes?

Frequent Thirst and Urination: Could It Be Diabetes?

As temperatures rise, many people naturally increase their water intake, leading to more frequent trips to the restroom.
Why Over-Brushing May Be Damaging Your Teeth and Gums

Why Over-Brushing May Be Damaging Your Teeth and Gums

Some individuals brush their teeth the moment they wake up, then reach for the toothbrush again immediately after...