Shigella infections are growing and drug resistance is why
Shigella has been making people sick for thousands of years. Reports of the violent diarrheal illness it causes appear in ancient records, and the bacterium itself was formally identified in 1897 during a devastating outbreak in Japan that killed 20,000 people in just six months. The scientist who isolated it, Dr. Kiyoshi Shiga, gave the […]
Respiratory outbreak SARS exposed cracks in global health systems
SARS illness does not always announce itself with obvious warning signs. In the wet markets of Guangdong, China, in late 2002 A new virus, later identified as a coronavirus, is believed to have crossed from civet cats to humans and begun moving quietly through a population that had no immunity to it and no name […]
What is MERS-CoV? The dangerous virus you may not know about
More than a decade after it was first identified, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome commonly known as MERS remains an active global health concern. With no vaccine available and no specific antiviral treatment approved, the disease continues to pose a serious threat, particularly in regions of the Arabian Peninsula where the virus is most prevalent. As […]
AI system outperforms pathologists in cancer detection using just a handful of sample slides
A research team has developed an artificial intelligence pathology system capable of accurately identifying multiple cancer types using only a minimal number of annotated samples, with no additional training required for each new diagnostic task. The system, developed at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology in collaboration with medical institutions in mainland China […]
Dengue fever is no longer a distant threat and travelers need to pay attention
It has existed for nearly two thousand years, appearing in historical records as far back as 200 AD. But dengue fever, long considered a contained threat in tropical corners of the world, has transformed into something far more pressing. Fueled by climate change, international travel and strained health systems, the disease now puts roughly half […]
Increasing drug resistance by superbugs is quietly building toward the next global health crisis
The World Health Organization has raised a flag that the global healthcare community cannot afford to ignore. Nearly one in six infection-causing microbes is now resistant to antibiotic treatment, and between 2018 and 2023, resistance levels rose in more than 40 percent of the pathogen and antibiotic combinations being monitored. The average annual increase during […]
A misunderstood condition affecting millions
For millions of people worldwide, Endometriosis remains one of the most painful and often misunderstood medical conditions. Known for causing intense pelvic pain, fatigue and fertility challenges, the disease has historically been difficult to diagnose, leaving many patients searching for answers for years. The condition occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus […]
Key factors in kidney disease and who’s at risk
Kidney disease stands as a significant global health concern, affecting millions of individuals and posing substantial challenges to healthcare systems worldwide. At its core, kidney disease disrupts the intricate balance of bodily functions, impairing the kidneys’ ability to filter waste and regulate essential substances in the blood. Understanding the multifaceted factors contributing to kidney disease […]
Vital factors influencing heart disease development
Heart disease remains one of the most pressing health concerns globally, affecting millions of individuals and families each year. With its far-reaching impact on both health and quality of life, understanding the multifaceted nature of heart disease development is paramount. While genetic predisposition certainly plays a role, numerous other factors contribute to the complex interplay […]