Researchers at UC San Diego School of Medicine, in collaboration with Cedars-Sinai and UCLA, have developed a groundbreaking acne vaccine that targets a specific enzyme variant produced by acne-causing bacteria. This innovative approach successfully reduces inflammation in a mouse model, paving the way for more precise and less disruptive acne treatments. Here: https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/groundbreaking-research-paves-way-acne-vaccine Acne is one of the most common skin condition

My dog has been having stomach issues and went to the vet. I was surprised to hear he could have Addisons disease. I know dogs have adrenal glands but didn't think about the possibility of Addisons! Luckily my dog had been feeling better! Here's a picture of him!

Biogen research and medicine for Alzheimer's Disease Biogen is a major biotechnology company working on Alzheimer's disease, a condition that affects memory and thinking skills. Their goal is to slow down memory loss, find better ways to detect Alzheimer's early, and develop more effective treatments. Biogen is targeting two primary factors contributing to Alzheimer's disease in the brain: • Amyloid plaques: These are abnormal protein deposits that accumulate between brain cells. • Tau tangles:

Cooking in an iron pot or pan can naturally boost your iron intake! Studies show that food cooked in iron cookware absorbs iron from the pan, making everyday meals more nutritious. This is especially helpful since iron deficiency is one of America's most common nutrient shortages. Think of it as a simple kitchen hack - your grandma's old cast iron skillet isn't just good for making the perfect cornbread, it's making your food healthier, too! The research is from the National Library of Medicine.

Name of the medical condition and other names that it’s been known by • Anxiety Disorder • There are several types of anxiety disorders, including: » Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): This involves persistent and excessive worry that interferes with daily activities. The worries may focus on everyday things such as job responsibilities, family health, or minor matters such as chores, car repairs, or appointments » Panic Disorder: This involves sudden, intense fear that brings on a panic attack

Growing up in Germany I was diagnosed with Exercise Induced Asthma (EIA). This luckily means that most of the time I'm OK, but I do have breathing issues when it is very cold or when I have a cold. In Germany I was prescribed Aarane (Sanofi) which is an inhaler with combination of Cromoglicic acid and Reprotorol hydrochloride. But then they added some sort of mint flavor. When my lungs were tight and I inhaled it felt as if my lung size doubled. Maybe it was just the mint flavor, maybe it was fo

So I have been in a few gatherings with friends and non friends and it seems like more and more people are self diagnosing with ADHD. Some think they do. I wonder why recently. Maybe people just feel like they can't focus on things for long anymore. Does anyone feel the same way?

Name of the medical condition and other names that it’s been known by • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia • BPH • Enlarged Prostate • Prostate gland enlargement What is Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia? Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia is when a man's prostate gland gets bigger as he gets older. The prostate is a small gland that sits below the bladder in men. It helps make semen, the fluid that carries sperm. As men age, it's common for the prostate to grow larger. This isn't cancer, and that's why it's cal

Name of the medical condition and other names that it’s been known by • Bipolar disorder • Manic-depressive illness What is Bipolar Disorder? Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that affects a person's mood, energy, and ability to function. People with bipolar disorder experience episodes of extreme highs, called mania, and extreme lows, called depression. During a manic episode, a person may feel very happy or unusually irritable, have lots of energy, and may do things that are risky

Name of the medical condition and other names that it’s been known by • Bladder Cancer • Urothelial carcinoma • Transitional cell carcinoma What is Bladder Cancer? Bladder cancer is a condition where abnormal cells in the bladder start growing out of control. The bladder is a hollow organ in the lower part of your belly that stores urine. Most bladder cancers start in the bladder's inner lining, called the urothelium. There are different types of bladder cancer: • The most common is urothelial c

Name of the medical condition and other names that it’s been known by • Brain Cancer • Central Nervous System Cancers (CNS) • CNS Tumors • Primary Brain Tumors What are Brain and Central Nervous System (CNS) Cancers? They are a group of diseases where abnormal cells grow in the brain or spinal cord. When cancer from other parts of the body spreads to the brain, it's called metastatic brain cancer. Brain and CNS cancers happen when cells in these areas start growing out of control. There are many

Name of the medical condition and other names that it’s been known by • Breast cancer • Carcinoma of the breast What is Breast Cancer? Breast cancer is a disease where cells in the breast grow out of control. These cells can form a lump or tumor that can be felt or seen on an X-ray. If the cancer cells spread to other parts of the body, it is called metastatic breast cancer. There are different types of breast cancer, depending on which cells in the breast turn into cancer. The most common types

Name of the medical condition and other names that it’s been known by • Cataracts What are Cataracts? Cataracts is a condition that affects the lens of the eye, causing it to become cloudy. This can lead to symptoms such as clouded or blurred vision, difficulty seeing at night, sensitivity to light and glare, seeing “halos” around lights, and changes in color perception. Aging, eye injuries, medical conditions like diabetes, and long-term use of certain medications like steroids can cause catara

Name of the medical condition and other names that it’s been known by • Celiac disease • Celiac sprue • Coeliac disease • Gluten-sensitive enteropathy • Non-tropical sprue What is Celiac Disease? Celiac disease is a condition that affects the small intestine when a person eats gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. When a person with celiac disease eats gluten, their immune system attacks the lining of their small intestine, causing damage and making it difficult for the body to abso

Name of the medical condition and other names that it’s been known by • Cerebral Palsy (CP) • Little's Disease • Static Encephalopathy (not a common name anymore) What is Cerebral Palsy? Cerebral Palsy is a collection of conditions that impact how a person moves and keeps their balance. It happens because of damage to the brain or unusual brain development, often occurring before birth. It is the most common motor disability seen in children. How is it diagnosed? • Doctors observe the child's mo

Name of the medical condition and other names that it’s been known by • Cervical Cancer • Cervical Carcinoma What is Cervical Cancer? Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the cells of the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus (womb) that connects to the vagina. It happens when normal cells in the cervix begin to change and grow out of control, forming a tumor. These changes usually happen slowly over time. There are two main types of cervical cancer: • Squamous cell carcino

Name of the medical condition and other names that it’s been known by • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome • CFS • Myalgic Encephalomyelitis • ME What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? It’s a complex and debilitating condition characterized by long-term and disabling fatigue or tiredness. This fatigue is not relieved by rest and can worsen after physical or mental activity, a symptom known as post-exertional malaise (PEM). Other common symptoms include problems with sleep, thinking, and concentrating, pain, di

Name of the medical condition and other names that it’s been known by • Chronic Liver Disease • CLD • Cirrhosis These are some different types of chronic liver disease: » Alcoholic liver disease: This is caused by drinking too much alcohol for a long time, and it can lead to liver damage and cirrhosis. » Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD): This is when fat builds up in the liver, but it's not caused by drinking alcohol. It's the most common type of chronic liver disease in the United State

Name of the medical condition and other names that it’s been known by • Chronic Lower Respiratory Diseases • CLRD What are Chronic Lower Respiratory Diseases? Chronic Lower Respiratory Diseases (CLRD) is a group of lung diseases that cause breathing difficulties and airflow obstruction. Some of the most common CLRDs include: » Asthma: A chronic disease that affects the airways in the lungs, causing recurrent attacks of breathlessness and wheezing due to airway narrowing. It is the most common ch