In a landscape where healthcare should prioritize patient well-being above all, the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has raised a critical alarm about the increasing influence of corporate entities on medical decisions, threatening the ethical foundation of the profession. As articulated by its
Imagine a world where damaged hearts mend themselves, where neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s are no longer a life sentence, and where spinal cord injuries don’t mean a lifetime of immobility. Stem cell therapies, particularly those derived from pluripotent stem cells (PSCs), are poised
The COVID-19 pandemic, triggered by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has left an indelible mark on the world since its emergence in late 2019, claiming millions of lives and disrupting economies and daily routines on a global scale. This unprecedented crisis spurred an urgent race among scientists to develop
In a state as vast and diverse as Texas, ensuring that every child has access to mental health care is a monumental challenge, especially when geographic and socioeconomic barriers often stand in the way. With millions of students spread across urban centers and remote rural areas, the demand for
Imagine a condition so stealthy that it silently weakens bones over decades, only revealing itself through a devastating fracture that could rob a person of independence or even life—yet it’s rarely discussed in relation to half the population. Osteoporosis, long branded as a women’s health
In the realm of clinical research, the conclusion of a trial often feels like crossing a finish line, with key milestones such as database lock, the final monitoring visit, or the last patient out signaling closure for sponsors and contract research organizations (CROs). However, for the
