Vogt−Koyanagi−Harada (VKH) disease is a vision-threatening multisystem autoimmune condition. VKH symptoms manifest in stages and usually involve ocular, auditory, neurological, and integumentary manifestations. The actual cause of VKH disease is unknown, however, it is suspected that the symptoms are caused by an aberrant immunological response to a viral infection. It is diagnosed based on clinical symptoms and is often treated […]

By Keynote ContributorDr. Cristina SuárezVice President of SOGUG (Spanish Oncology Genito Urinary Group) Written by Keynote Contributor, Dr. Cristina Suárez. It is an exciting yet challenging time to be a treating physician in oncology, particularly in kidney cancer. The last decade of scientific innovation has brought an unprecedented shift in treatment options, and people now live longer than before with kidney […]

The Virome: A New Frontier in Physiological Understanding Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, terms such as “virology” and “immunity” have become constant mainstays on virtually all communication platforms. As such, the general population has become highly aware of the threat posed by highly contagious viruses and the measures we can take to hamper transmission. However, the near-ubiquitous and […]

Masculinity refers to a group of behaviors and attributes that are regarded as characteristic features of men. A continuous endorsement of masculinity beliefs may negatively influence the overall health and wellbeing of men. Men's mental health. Image Credit: Chinnapong/Shutterstock.com What is masculinity? Masculinity is a set of social norms and rules that tells men how they should behave in society. […]

Chronic kidney disease is a global public health concern, defined as sustained damage to the renal parenchyma that results in deterioration of kidney function with eventual progression to end-stage renal disease. Chronic kidney disease is a non-communicable disease that continues to increase in prevalence. Consequently, the global burden of chronic kidney disease is becoming a major public health problem in […]

The future of public health looks set to become increasingly digital. The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic led to unprecedented disruption to both the global economy and healthcare.  This spurred a demand for digital transformation, particularly in the area of diagnosis and a need for digital surveillance and other solutions, such as telemedicine, to tend to patient needs. This article […]

Together again. A tight-knit group, the Class of 2022 at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis gathered in person and with their loved ones Friday, March 18, to celebrate Match Day, the momentous milestone when U.S. medical students learn where they will train as residents after graduation. For many, the ceremony allowed collective, palpable excitement — an atmosphere […]

Immunity. Image Credit: Yurchanka Siarhei/Shutterstock.com The immune system – innate and adaptive The immune system encompasses a collection of biological processes that are tasked with protecting the organism against infection and disease. It is capable of responding to a vast array of pathogens (ranging from cancer cells to viruses), targeting these agents and implementing measures through which the danger can be […]

The kidneys play a dominant role in regulating both the volume and composition of the extracellular fluid. They function to ensure that the body maintains a homeostatic internal environment. They achieve this by excreting the appropriate amounts of several types of solutes. The substances that are ex greeted are both substances that are in excess, and therefore waste, alongside foreign […]

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a type of endocrine disorder characterized by an abnormal menstrual cycle and the presence of multiple small cysts on the ovaries. The condition is developed due to excessive production of male sex hormones (androgens) by the ovaries. Image Credit: pathdoc/Shutterstock Despite not having ovaries, men can develop clinical characteristics similar to PCOS as a result […]