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Oncology nurses play a vital role in cancer care—administering treatments, supporting patients emotionally, and navigating specialized healthcare settings. Learn how to become one and why they matter.

A historic CRISPR breakthrough gives an infant with a rare genetic disorder a second chance at life—ushering in a new era of personalized medicine.

Meet Maurice Hilleman, the man behind over 40 vaccines that have saved millions of lives. Discover how a boy from Montana became one of the greatest minds in medical history.

From decades of setbacks to pandemic-defining success, this piece explores the rise of mRNA vaccines and their future potential in modern medicine.

As AI transforms education, medicine, and the future of work, youth must have a seat at the table. Read this op-ed by Adil Mukhi to learn why Canada needs a youth-driven AI policy now.

The controversial gene-editing experiment by Dr. He Jiankui shocked the global scientific community. This article explores the ethical, legal, and policy violations surrounding the world's first gene-edited babies and the implications for healthcare law.

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider delivers substandard care that causes harm to a patient. This post explores what qualifies as malpractice, contributing factors, and landmark cases in Canadian medical law.

Explore the evolution, legal framework, and patient rights embedded in Ontario's Mental Health Act—a cornerstone in balancing care and autonomy for individuals with mental illness.

Explore how cryosurgery evolved from 19th-century ice applications to cutting-edge, image-guided treatments used across modern medicine—and even in space.

An occupational therapist (OT) is a healthcare professional who helps people of all ages improve their ability to do everyday activities. These people may have physical, mental, or developmental challenges that make daily tasks difficult. Occupational therapists work to support patients in important parts of life, such as self-care, work, school, and free time activities.

Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in understanding and treating mental health disorders. Combining medicine, psychology, and neuroscience, they help individuals navigate emotional turmoil through therapy, medication, and compassionate care.

As antibiotic resistance surges, bacteriophages—viruses that prey on bacteria—may offer a targeted, sustainable, and powerful solution to combat superbugs.

Neurosurgeons treat life-changing brain and spine conditions with precision and care. From years of training to complex surgeries, they stand at the crossroads of science, skill, and compassion.

Ophthalmic surgeons diagnose and treat complex eye conditions through both medical and surgical care. From cataracts to retinal disorders, their work helps restore vision and improve quality of life. This article explores their role, the path to becoming one, and a real case of sight-saving surgery in a teen with a rare condition.

Vascular surgeons treat diseases of arteries and veins using medicine, surgery, or special tools. Their expertise saves lives and keeps blood flowing properly throughout the body.

Paul Ehrlich's innovative dye techniques helped identify and differentiate granulocytes, key white blood cells involved in immune responses. His work laid the foundation for modern immunology and our understanding of immune cell functions.

Explore how eosinophils, once known for their role in allergies and parasites, are now influencing cancer outcomes—sometimes acting as defenders, other times as accomplices in tumor progression.

Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) is a non-invasive cancer treatment that uses precise, high-dose radiation beams to target tumors, especially in the brain, spine, and lungs. It delivers focused radiation with minimal damage to healthy tissue, often in just 1–5 sessions. SRS is ideal for small, well-defined tumors and offers quick recovery, though it's not suitable for larger or widespread cancers.

Explore the fascinating history of Coley's Toxins, one of the earliest forms of immunotherapy, and its impact on modern cancer treatment approaches.

An in-depth look at the crucial role nurses play in elder care facilities, their responsibilities, challenges, and the impact they make on patients' lives.

Understand how modern immunotherapy harnesses the body's own immune system to fight cancer, revolutionizing treatment approaches and outcomes.

Explore the essential role of internists and general care providers as the foundation of the healthcare system and often the first point of contact for patients.

An in-depth look at anaplastic thyroid cancer, one of the most aggressive forms of thyroid cancer, including diagnosis, treatment options, and research developments.

A comprehensive overview of cancer, exploring its causes, types, diagnosis, treatment approaches, and the latest research developments.

Trace the fascinating evolution of chemotherapy from its origins in World War I to modern targeted approaches, and understand its transformative impact on cancer treatment.

Nephrologists are doctors who treat kidney conditions like kidney failure, stones, and chronic kidney disease. They also manage related issues like high blood pressure and help oversee dialysis and transplants.

Delve into the specialized field of endocrinology and learn how these physicians diagnose and treat hormonal disorders affecting multiple body systems.

Chemotherapy is a treatment that targets fast-growing cancer cells using powerful drugs. Learn how it works, its different types, side effects, and how it’s administered.

Discover the specialized world of pediatric nursing, where healthcare professionals dedicate their careers to caring for children from infancy through adolescence.

From chest pain to complex procedures, cardiologists play a crucial role in diagnosing and treating heart conditions. Learn how they work and why they matter.

Explore what hepatologists do, what conditions they treat, and how integrative approaches like Ayurveda may help manage chronic liver conditions.