Category: 6. Health

Introduction

Existing data shows that the incidence of lung cancer has been significantly increased for few decades globally.^1,2 Especially in developed countries, authoritative statistical data from China reported that lung cancer has become…

Introduction

Cancer cachexia (CC) is a severe metabolic disorder commonly observed in advanced cancer patients, characterized by persistent loss of skeletal muscle mass and unresponsive weight loss to conventional nutritional interventions.^1,2…

Introduction

Bloodstream infections (BSI) are serious community- and hospital-acquired infections with notable incidence and mortality rates, posing a major threat to public health.¹ With the widespread use of antimicrobial agents, hormones, and…

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Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) constitutes the leading cause of maternal mortality worldwide, accounting for approximately 25% of all maternal deaths. Beyond its life-threatening nature, PPH may precipitate severe complications…

Helena Gilhooly, late 50s

‘I nearly collapsed on Christmas Eve in the supermarket. I started having a panic attack at the counter’

Running her own small jewellery-making business, Busybeaders, led Helena Gilhooly to develop some “bad habits:…