Alcohol is a known risk factor for several types of cancer, contributing to nearly 100,000 cancer cases and 20,000 cancer-related deaths annually in the U.S. However, the link between alcohol and cancer remains largely unrecognized by the public. Only 45% of the United States population considers alcohol a carcinogen, which is comparatively low compared to […]
Diet plays a crucial role in overall health and also affects sexual health. ED, also known as erectile dysfunction, is a condition in which men cannot get or sustain a hard enough penis suitable for penetration. This condition affects millions of men worldwide. Causes of ED vary, but old age, anxiety, sickness, and even lifestyle […]
Breast cancer is a significant health issue, affecting about 1 in 8 women in the U.S. during their lifetime. While better screening and treatment have improved survival rates, the number of new cases continues to increase, rising by about 1% each year from 2012 to 2021. Luckily, around 66% of breast cancer cases are found […]
Hepatitis is often dubbed a “silent epidemic” because it frequently goes unnoticed until severe damage has occurred. According to the World Health Organization, in 2022, around 1.3 million people died from chronic hepatitis B and C, which is about 3,500 deaths every day. An estimated 254 million people are living with hepatitis B and 50 […]
Tretinoin is a powerful medication used in dermatology and oncology. While many know it as a treatment for acne, it also plays a crucial role in fighting a rare blood cancer called Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia APL. Let’s explore Tretinoin, how it works, and its dual role in skincare and cancer treatment. What Is Tretinoin? Tretinoin […]
Truvada is a medication used to prevent and treat HIV. It is a combination of two drugs: emtricitabine and tenofovir disoproxil fumarate. It works by blocking HIV from replicating, helping protect the immune system. Truvada is widely known as a PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) medication, which means it allows people who are at high risk to […]
HIV treatment has seen significant advancements over the past few decades. HIV/AIDS was first recognized in the early 1980s. At that time, the medical community faced an extraordinary challenge. No effective treatments were available. Early approaches were limited to supportive care and symptomatic treatment. These offered little hope for long-term survival. In 1996, highly active […]
Cancer treatment can be challenging and expensive. One crucial medication used to treat several types of cancers is Cabozantinib. It works best for patients with kidney and liver cancer. This drug is available in generic and FDA-approved brand versions that doctors prescribe as cancer medications. Cabometyx – Used for renal cell carcinoma and hepatocellular carcinoma. […]
In 2015, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) made history by approving Flibanserin, the first treatment for female sexual dysfunction, specifically addressing hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in premenopausal women. Marketed under the brand name Addyi. This medication provides an option for women experiencing distress due to low sexual desire. This approval represents a […]
A New Hope for Patients with Classic CAH For those living with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), managing everyday life often feels like an uphill battle. But now, there’s promising news. On 13th December 2024, Crenessity (crinecerfont) was officially approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.This new medication is used alongside steroids (glucocorticoids). It […]
