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The new zombie drug, Xylazine, is an FDA-approved sedative that is being used illicitly as a recreational drug. It gets its name from its zombie-like symptoms, which include excessive drowsiness and breathing difficulties. It acts on the central nervous system, slowing down brain activity and causing sluggishness, lethargy, and loss of coordination. When taken in greater doses, it can lead to complete unconsciousness. It is often mixed with fentanyl, which increases its effects exponentially. Overdoses are fatal because people do not respond to naloxone. Repeated exposure to xylazine can also lead to the formation of open sores, which can become severe and rapidly spread.

This article lists 5 destinations for physicians looking to travel during Christmas: Kos, Greece; Egypt; Budapest, Hungary; Sequoia National Park, CA; and Eleuthera and Harbour Islands, Bahamas.

A catastrophic chain of earthquakes has struck Turkey and Syria, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake. Over the past 48 hours, five earthquakes with magnitudes ranging from 5.6 to 7.8 have wreaked havoc, claiming the lives of over 5,000 people and injuring tens of thousands more.

Chemotherapy treatment for cancer requires precautions to maintain a social life. Side effects, infections, alcohol, and vaccines must be managed. Traveling and holidays require planning with the doctor and preparation to manage risks and access to medical care.

There are many misconceptions about cancer, but here are 8 of the most common myths, debunked.

Patients may not follow their doctor’s recommendations for various reasons. In Southeast Asian settings, cultural factors such as a paternalistic communication style and cultural divide can lead to less satisfied patients. Effective communication between a doctor and patient is crucial for understanding the patient’s point of view, dealing with complex interactions in the healthcare system, and increasing treatment understanding and adherence.

Smoking causes 8 million deaths a year worldwide, and quitting at any age significantly reduces the risk of smoking-related diseases.

The desire for immortality has been a common pursuit since the dawn of human civilization. For many years, it was believed that aging is unavoidable and that age-related disorders could not be avoided or reversed.

Lung cancer is one of the most devastating types of cancer. According to experts, lung cancer is mainly related to the chest, but surprising cancer symptoms have been noticed on the fingers and nails. Swollen fingers and nails are often known as finger clubbing. A tiny diamond-shaped window of light is visible when fingernails are pressed together. If the ‘diamond gap’ is not visible, finger clubbing is detected, which might indicate lung cancer.