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Dopamine detox is a hot topic these days. With everyone talking about “resetting your brain” and avoiding over-stimulation, it’s time to look at what a dopamine detox is about, what the science says, and whether it works for you – especially seniors. This article will summarize the concept in simple terms, compare expectations with reality, […]

Rare Case: Tennessee Man’s Testicle Ruptures from Coughing Due to Heart Failure Complications In a truly unique and groundbreaking case that underscores the importance of early diagnosis and chronic disease management, a 68-year-old man from Tennessee suffered a spontaneous rupture of his right testicle during a coughing fit. This event, detailed in a medical case report by […]

What Is the Dopamine Loop? Have you ever checked your phone “just for a second” and found yourself still scrolling 20 minutes later? That’s the dopamine loop in action. Dopamine is a brain chemical that plays a big role in motivation and pleasure. When you do something enjoyable, your brain releases dopamine, making you want […]

EVALI: The Lung Disease Every Vaper Should Know About Vaping feels trendy, modern, and safer than smoking, proper? But here’s something you might not know — people are landing in the hospital with severe lung injuries. It’s not some urban legend. It’s real. It’s called EVALI. What Is EVALI? EVALI stands for E-cigarette or Vaping product use-Associated […]

Overview of NYC’s Mandatory Composting Law

Introduction: A Shocking Turn in FDA Leadership In a move that’s raising eyebrows across the nation, the FDA tobacco official is removed from post, sparking concerns among parents, seniors, and health advocates alike. This sudden leadership change comes amid sweeping staff reductions at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and other public health institutions. But […]

Popcorn Lungs: Why Vaping Isn’t as Safe as You Think What the heck are popcorn lungs? “Popcorn lungs” sounds like a joke, right? But it’s real. The medical name is obliterative bronchiolitis — a serious lung disease that scars the tiniest airways in your lungs and makes it hard to breathe. The nickname came from workers at […]

What Is Gastric Cancer? Gastric cancer, commonly known as stomach cancer, is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the lining of the stomach. This cancer typically develops slowly over many years and often goes unnoticed in its early stages. There are different types of gastric cancer, but the most common is adenocarcinoma, […]