The medical practice of using donated human cadaver fat—colloquially termed “zombie filler”—is gaining traction in cosmetic surgery as a solution for patients experiencing rapid weight loss. According to Dr. Anthony Rossi, a New York-based dermatologist and surgeon, the procedure involves injecting processed fat from deceased donors into areas like the face, arms, or buttocks, a … Read more
According to research published in the Chinese Medical Journal, a mitochondrial matrix protein known as RTN4IP1 drives the progression and metastasis of triple-negative breast cancer by disrupting cellular energy metabolism. Triple-negative breast cancer accounts for roughly 15% of all breast cases and lacks estrogen, progesterone, and HER2 receptors, leaving patients with high risks of recurrence … Read more
Immunosuppressed patients diagnosed with non-melanoma skin cancer are not lacking vital cancer-fighting immune cells as previously believed, but rather possess macrophages that have lost their ability to communicate effectively, according to a study published in Cell by researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. The findings reveal that macrophages in patients with … Read more
Denise Richards underwent a full facelift in June 2025 after consulting with Beverly Hills-based plastic surgeon Dr. Ben Talei, sharing new details about the transformative procedure on the “Dumb Blonde” podcast hosted by Bunnie Xo. The 55-year-old “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star said she previously relied exclusively on Botox and minor fillers before deciding … Read more
Single-port robotic mitral valve repair offers a less invasive option for patients with mitral valve prolapse, utilizing a single incision between the ribs rather than five traditional ports or a large median sternotomy, according to Dr. Rakesh Suri of Corewell Health East. Traditional heart surgery requires breaking bone and cutting muscle, whereas the single-port system … Read more
Breakthrough in Oral Cancer Research: New Immune Pathway Could Revolutionize Early Intervention Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have uncovered a critical immune pathway linked to the progression of oral precancerous lesions into head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, offering a potential roadmap for early intervention. The findings, published in *Cancer … Read more
The Israeli Health Ministry has released its first comprehensive national report detailing waiting times for MRI scans and 19 elective surgical procedures across the public healthcare system. Data from 2024 and 2025 shows that despite an 8.8% increase in demand for MRI services, wait times for patients have remained stable or improved across the country. … Read more
A multidisciplinary panel of 60 specialists has released the 2025 edition of the Chinese consensus on the diagnosis and treatment of prolactinomas, published in the Chinese Neurosurgical Journal on June 8, 2026. This evidence-based framework standardizes care across endocrinology, neurosurgery, and radiology to improve early detection and patient outcomes for the most common hormone-secreting pituitary … Read more
Robot-assisted stereotactic surgery successfully drained six deep-seated intracranial abscesses in a 21-year-old patient during a single minimally invasive procedure, according to a case report published in the Chinese Neurosurgical Journal. Led by Professor Jun Wang of the First Hospital of China Medical University, the surgical team used preoperative MRI and intraoperative CT fusion to navigate … Read more
Traveling with Chronic Back Pain: Expert Strategies to Prevent Flare-Ups Travelers living with chronic low back pain can minimize discomfort by using lumbar support, taking frequent movement breaks, and preparing through stretching routines. According to Hackensack Meridian Health specialists, proactive planning and smart lifting techniques are essential to preventing spinal flare-ups during peak travel seasons. … Read more