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4 months ago

Biotechnological Innovations in Tissue Engineering

Ever wish you could just 3D-print a new knee after a long morning run? Thanks to some major breakthroughs in biotechnology, that idea isn’t as farfetched as it once seemed. Today, the global market for tissue engineering is worth about $20.1 billion, and it’s expected to double by 2033. That growth is fueled by the rising demand for regenerative therapies, advanced procedures and a growing interest in repairing the body in ways once thought impossible.

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Physiology

5 months ago

How Do Vaccines Work? A Simple Guide to the Immune System and Immunization

Vaccines save lives. Period. Take the flu shot. (No, really, take it.) During the 2023-2024 flu season, influenza vaccines prevented: 9.8 million flu-related illnesses 120,000 hospitalizations 7,900 deaths

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Physiology

5 months ago

How Deep Can You Scuba Dive? Exploring How Our Bodies Adapt

When you think of scuba diving, one of two things probably comes to mind: the thrill of checking off a bucket list adventure, or the cautionary tales about divers surfacing too fast and getting “the bends.”

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Medical School

6 months ago

What Is a Gap Year — and Is It Right for You?

You’ve seen it in movies: The main character, destined for college, shocks everyone by taking a year off to travel or pursue a passion before deciding their next move. But what about in the real world? How does a gap year play out for students who’ve just earned their undergraduate degrees and are contemplating medical school?

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Physiology

6 months ago

Benefits of Sunlight for Your Immune System: Risks, Vitamin D and What to Know

You’ve heard the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” But what about nature’s other daily remedy, sunlight?

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Careers

6 months ago

Spotlight on Career Paths: CRNA

An oral surgeon is removing a wisdom tooth. The unconscious patient fidgets. Another trained professional boosts the anesthesia level. The patient stays calm, still and unconscious for the rest of the procedure.

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Physiology

7 months ago

Advancements in Biotechnology for Diabetes Management

Prior to the discovery and use of insulin as a treatment for diabetes in the 1920s, people living with the disease had few treatment options, and essentially no good ones: bloodletting, starvation diets and various potions deceptively marketed as cures. Today, countless people have been able to bring their diabetes under control through a combination of exercise, dietary adjustments and insulin injections. However, though often effective, these approaches aren’t always practical. As diabetes management has advanced, new technologies have emerged that address the need for more practical and convenient treatment options. Here we’ll look at some of the current biotechnology helping individuals with diabetes live healthier and less disrupted lives. Implantable Devices: The Future of Diabetes Care Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) A CGM assesses the wearer’s glucose every few minutes and tracks this information. These biotechnology devices evaluate the level of glucose in the fluid between cells, not the blood itself, but the numbers are generally comparable. The device has a small sensor that can be inserted under the skin of the abdomen or arm and kept in place by an adhesive patch

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Anatomy

7 months ago

What Can I Do With a Master’s Degree in Medical Anatomy and Physiology?

All medical professionals, no matter how seasoned, started at square one: At some point in their career, a surgeon learned that the spleen sits tucked inside the left ribcage. A primary care physician discovered that lymph nodes are located not just in the neck but all throughout the body. A dermatologist learned that most skin cancers start in the basal cell layer of the epidermis. Anatomy is everything in the medical field. Without it, aspiring professionals lack the groundwork to build deeper expertise. So, is a master’s degree in medical anatomy and physiology right for you? We’ll explore the top career options requiring anatomical knowledge. But if you’re eyeing a future in medicine or a related field, we won’t keep you waiting: The answer is a resounding yes. Healthcare Thinking about a career in healthcare? You’re not alone. These professionals are in high demand, make a real difference in people’s lives and — let’s be honest — bring in serious money. Wages for physicians and surgeons are literally off the charts. A background in human anatomy is vital for anyone hoping to make it in healthcare. All healthcare professionals, from local doctors to top specialists, must be able to relate form to function

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Physiology

7 months ago

How Hormonal Changes Affect Emotions, Mood & Mental Health in Women

Ever feel completely off? Maybe you’re more tired, overwhelmed or emotional than usual and you’re not sure why. Your hormones might be to blame. We often think of hormones in terms of fertility, but they also play a crucial role in mental health. Recent research shows that hormonal changes can affect your mood, motivation and cognitive function. For women, these hormonal shifts are especially significant. As women go through life stages like puberty, pregnancy and menopause, their hormone levels shift in unique ways. This can lead to emotional and cognitive changes that are often misunderstood or misdiagnosed.  Let’s look at how hormones affect the brain and why understanding them is so important. What Do Hormones Actually Do? Hormones are chemical messengers that carry instructions through the bloodstream

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Physiology

8 months ago

Broken Heart Syndrome: Dying From Heartache

“Somehow, heartbreak feels good in a place like this.” —Nicole Kidman When looking for love, heartbreak is always a risk, but you might not realize that a broken heart can be more than an emotional wound. Most people, after feeling like their heart’s been torn out and put into a blender, manage to piece themselves back together in time. But for some, moving on feels impossible. And for fewer still, the pain becomes a crushing weight that builds until their heartbeat slows, breathing fades and eyes close, never to open again. This brings us to broken heart syndrome, a medical condition as fascinating as it is deadly. If you’re worried about your own health, stop here and talk to a medical professional. But if you’re drawn to strange and unsettling conditions from the world of medicine, read on. What Is Broken Heart Syndrome? Broken heart syndrome seems like something out of a Shakespearean tragedy

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