IntroductionComposition – intrinsic factorsComposition – extrinsic factorsFunctionsFuture pathwaysReferencesFurther reading The human body interacts with the outside world through its sense organs, of which the largest is the skin. The skin is home to a world of microbes, living mostly as commensals (microbes with neutral or beneficial interactions with the skin). They play a part in human health and disease, and […]

Digital technology in the workplaceNegative impacts of digital workingPositive impacts of digital workingThe future of digital workingReferences Further reading The use of digital technology within the workplace can have significant positive and negative impacts on employee mental wellbeing and job satisfaction. As digital working becomes more common, employers may need to implement new working practices that consider these impacts. Image Credit: […]

IntroductionWhy veterinary vaccines are important?Types of veterinary vaccinesHow can veterinary vaccines positively impact human health?How can veterinary vaccines adversely affect human health?ReferencesFurther Reading The use of veterinary vaccines is increasing exponentially to protect both animal health and public health. However, there is evidence indicating that humans unintentionally exposed to veterinary vaccines can develop adverse events. Veterinary vaccines. Image Credit: Dusan […]

Introduction How can long non-coding RNAs be used in cancer diagnosis?How can long non-coding RNAs be used in cancer prognosis?How can long non-coding RNAs be used in cancer therapy?ReferencesFurther reading  Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNA) are sections of RNA over 200 nucleotides in length that are not translated into proteins, remaining in the nucleus following transcription in relatively low concentration as compared […]

IntroductionGender Bias in Cardiovascular Disease ManagementDelay in Seeking Medical HelpMisdiagnosisUndertreatmentSteps to FollowReferencesFurther Reading Gender bias against women in the field of cardiovascular diseases has been known for decades. Women with cardiovascular disorders are more likely to be misdiagnosed and/or undertreated and have higher mortality rates than men. Cardiovascular disease. Image Credit: Emily frost/Shutterstock.com Gender bias in cardiovascular disease management Cardiovascular […]

IntroductionGlobal Initiatives for Open Access Research During the COVID-19 PandemicCORD-19Data SharingThe Impact of Open Research on the COVID-19 Pandemic The Role of Open Access in Tackling Future PandemicsReferencesFurther Reading Open access research has transformed scholarly communication. This is because it has enabled the free flow of scientific information, both new and old, among scientists, which has been extremely useful to their […]

Testosterone changes in response to fatherhoodNeural changes that accompany fatherhoodBrain-level changes in the transition to fatherhoodChanges in prolactin in response to fatherhoodNeuro-endocrine changes caused by fatherhoodReferencesFurther reading  Humans undergo several neural and endocrine changes after the birth of their infant, which are thought to be associated with the caregiving responses exhibited by mothers and fathers. In particular, distinct and overlapping […]

IntroductionWhat is Health Technology?A History of Health Technology and its AdvantagesHealth Technology in ChinaHealth Technology: Leveraging Blockchain in the USATelehealth Technology in GermanyThe Future of Healthcare TechnologyReferences Health technologies can support the implementation o effective national health and care systems. These are defined as data-enabled infrastructure that supports policy and planning. In addition, they can inform effective public health and […]

IntroductionWhat are the Reasons for Compassion Fatigue?What are the Risk Factors for Compassion Fatigue?Preventing and Managing CFReferences Compassion fatigue – what is it? This term is being used frequently, in the backdrop of the ongoing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, with millions of people hospitalized over a few months during many successive waves of the pandemic. It refers to "a […]

IntroductionWhat is Real World Data?Experimental Data vs. RWDDifficulties with RWDBenefits of RWD     Real-World Effectiveness     Drug Repurposing     Safety EvaluationWhat Lies Ahead for RWD?References Healthcare is more of an art than a science since people are so different from each other. Today's gold standard of safety, potency, and efficacy regarding healthcare practices is the randomized controlled trial (RCT). Yet […]