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[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 in Iwami, Tottori Prefecture.
A Major Paradigm Shift in Cholesterol Management: Earlier Testing, 30-Year Risk Predictions

A Major Paradigm Shift in Cholesterol Management: Earlier Testing, 30-Year Risk Predictions

Heart disease often appears as a sudden crisis, but it is typically the result of risks that have quietly accumulated within blood vessels over...
[UK - Oxford] Learning Medicine From a Handshake: The Foundation of a Good Doctor

[UK - Oxford] Learning Medicine From a Handshake: The Foundation of a Good Doctor

“The most memorable class during medical school was the one on how to shake hands during my first year,” says Kim...
Health Screening Quality Is Defined by Diagnostic Capability, Not the Number of Tests

Health Screening Quality Is Defined by Diagnostic Capability, Not the Number of Tests

The core purpose of routine health screenings is to detect disease early—before symptoms appear.
Heartburn That Won't Quit? 6 Warning Signs That May Signal Stomach Cancer

Heartburn That Won't Quit? 6 Warning Signs That May Signal Stomach Cancer

Stomach cancer is frequently linked to dietary habits, such as the regular consumption of excessively salty or spicy...
“Hiding It and Putting It Off Only Makes It Worse”: A Warning About ‘Everyday Surgical Conditions’

“Hiding It and Putting It Off Only Makes It Worse”: A Warning About ‘Everyday Surgical Conditions’

On the surface, they may not seem urgent. That is precisely why people tend to put them off.
Persistent Cough for Over Two Weeks? Why Diabetics Should Be Extra Vigilant About ‘This Disease’

Persistent Cough for Over Two Weeks? Why Diabetics Should Be Extra Vigilant About ‘This Disease’

Tuberculosis remains a significant airborne infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
Atmosphere at a Cost: Scented Candles Identified as a Major Source of Indoor Air Pollution

Atmosphere at a Cost: Scented Candles Identified as a Major Source of Indoor Air Pollution

Many homeowners light scented candles to mask unpleasant odors or create a cozy ambiance, a practice mirrored in...
The Time I Was Treated as an Ordinary Patient

The Time I Was Treated as an Ordinary Patient

“Dear Professor Yoo Kyoung Lim.”A letter arrived at the hospital—a rarity in this digital age, especially one written...
The Unexpected Heart Benefits of Weight Loss Injections: Reducing Complications After Heart Attack

The Unexpected Heart Benefits of Weight Loss Injections: Reducing Complications After Heart Attack

New research indicates that the class of drugs used in popular weight loss injections may do more than shed pounds;...