Testosterone-Body Mass Index (BMI) is a widely used measure to classify individuals based on body weight relative to height. Research has shown that individuals with higher BMI often experience different healthcare outcomes…
Obesity -Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide, primarily caused by damage to the optic nerve. Elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) is one of the most significant risk factors for glaucoma progression….
Weight-Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a long-term condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Patients with CKD experience a wide range of symptoms such as fatigue, itching, sleep problems, pain, nausea, and difficulty concentrating….
Effect – The results from the highly anticipated Evoke Phase 3 clinical trials evaluating oral semaglutide as a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease have brought a mix of clarity and disappointment to the scientific community.,…
COVID – Long COVID, also known as Post-Acute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), affects millions of people worldwide. Symptoms can persist for months or even years after the initial infection….
Environmental – The exposome is the complete collection of all environmental exposures a person experiences throughout life—from air pollution, food additives, chemicals, stress, lifestyle habits, to even social environment. Just like the genome maps our genetic code, the exposome maps the external factors that influence our health….
Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a long-term inflammatory condition that affects the sinuses and nasal passages. It causes symptoms such as nasal congestion, facial pain, loss of smell, and thick nasal discharge that last for 12 weeks or longer. CRS is generally classified into two major types: chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) and chronic rhinosinusitis without nasal polyps (CRSsNP). Recent research has revealed that women are more likely than men to develop CRSsNP, suggesting that biological, hormonal, and environmental factors may play significant roles in this difference.
Alcohol Cessation – High blood pressure, or hypertension, is one of the most common health issues worldwide and a leading cause of heart disease and stroke. While several lifestyle factors influence blood pressure, alcohol consumption is one of the most significant yet often underestimated contributors. Recent research has highlighted that stopping alcohol consumption can lead to a dose-dependent reduction in blood pressure
Cancer – Cancer is not just a disease of the body — it is also an emotional and social battle that deeply affects a person’s mental and physical health. Recent studies have shown that loneliness and social isolation are closely linked to higher mortality rates among cancer patients.
Overlapping Burdens: Epilepsy and Sleep Apnea in Children
Children living with epilepsy already face an elevated risk of neurological complications, developmental delays, and sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP). Recent research highlights that sleep apnea—a condition where breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep—can further heighten their risk of sudden cardiac arrest. The interaction between these two disorders creates a dangerous overlap that places children in a particularly vulnerable category requiring close medical attention.
